Step through a door in an old wooden gate to discover a courtyard garden on the edge of town close to golden sands

Traditional bedrooms lie under the beams of this fascinating country mansion - a grand, hospitable B&B near St Malo and sand beaches

A really friendly French family home, steeped in history and tradition with delicious home-grown food, a lovely garden and peaceful pool

A shady terrace runs the full length of this old barn, overlooking magnificent trees and fields of sheep. Riberac is a 10-minute drive

Tranquil retreat with pool, pétanque and spa – the perfect base for exploring historic Poitiers, châteaux and wonderful wine country

This 300-year-old Cotswold pub, the hub of picture-book Sapperton from which there are glorious walks, is a superb place to eat and stay

What a surprise to find a masseria in the heart of a Puglian village. Welcome to Anna’s elegant agriturismo

A special little house, renovated with huge style, filled with beautiful objects and with a delightfully quiet and secluded private garden

A friendly family-run inn, ideal for foodies and dog-walkers who love their comforts. Peaceful, remote, but with Sherborne a short drive

A gorgeous old gardener's house in grand Belle Epoque style, filled with every comfort and sitting in the grounds of a magnificent château

A beautiful walled historical country house, surrounded by acres of farmland and citrus groves, with wine tastings and kind, charming owners

A beautiful rural escape for couples or families with the delights of the Cotswolds all around. Dogs very welcome too

Share an authentic and unpretentious part of Sardinia with generous hosts. Stay in rooms set across three properties, enjoy memorable meals

Guarded by high gates is a spacious oasis on the edge of the village, full of friendliness and charm, perfect for walking, cycling, markets

One of England's oldest coaching inns, full of history and wonky floors, on a Surrey market town's high street

Foodies will love the irresistible cooking - along with local wine and a typically Tuscan setting. Bedrooms are pretty