A dear little gingerbread-style house in the prettiest part of the estate with your own pontoon and boat on the edge of a shimmering lake

Find good taste, peacefulness and warm hospitality, steps away from the car-free Via Toledo, in the heart of the city

Four bright and warm cottages with gardens, for families and friends, plus activities for children and endless walks for you and your dog

Come for a delightful old stone house in gentle, undulating countryside, with charming hosts, fabulous food and a huge dollop of fun

Glorious Elizabethan manor house lovingly furnished with exceptional art and antiques by its welcoming owners

The road hugs the rocky coast with glorious views to the Mull of Kintyre and three fishing village cottages where modern comforts abound

A cosy, courteous, family-run hotel with ‘chocolatines’ and cherry jams at breakfast, Basque dishes at dinner, and gorgeous rolling views

An immaculately restored 1500s palazzo, filled with history, art, antiques and books in the buzzing heart of a charming town

Historic, indulgent, atmospheric – and the Contessa is so warm. Vineyards, restaurants, operas, walks...La dolce vita on Slovenia's border

Climb Snowdon - or take the train. Swim, cycle, visit Nat Trust houses. A deliciously quirky retreat for 2 (and babe-in-arms) near Anglesey

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

'Tout confort' in the heart of Reims, 2 steps from the cathedral. Lofty ceilings, marble fireplaces, polished floorboards, spa & sauna

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

An extraordinary, inspiring place: eat 100% vegan food, drink organic wine, sleep in natural materials, swim in the salt-water pool

Deep in undulating countryside, three pretty stone cottages with a shared, family-friendly saltwater pool and charming, generous owners

A small yet elegant place for couples or small groups to enjoy the open countryside, rest, join a cooking course or book a massage

A village setting for this family-friendly cottage-in-a-row with private garden next to the owners' pretty 17th-century thatched house