Glorious views of Derwentwater and Skiddaw from this comfortable house. Art dotted about, a big table for chatty meals and a pretty garden

Delightful little antique-filled cottage with large walled garden and an allotment near Versailles. Gardeners will be happy

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

Philippe and Stéphanie give you delicious food and comfortable, colourful bedrooms in their ancient château with gardens and pool

Stylishly refurbished gastro inn on historic market square with gorgeous bedrooms, local ciders and some rather tasty food

Lovingly renovated farmhouse amid vines and sunflowers, deep in the Charente countryside - small pool in garden, beaches 45 minutes away.

A dog-friendly hotel with traditional bedrooms, excellent breakfasts & a cool bar set on a peaceful side street, minutes from the centre

Flop in a hammock and be lulled by Mediterranean scents and breezes, relax in an ancient Trullo – come here for raw beauty not for frills

A truly peaceful and charming hideout in a joyful, bird-filled setting - look after yourselves and retreat, or be thoroughly spoiled

Beautifully refurbished inn with good food, calming rooms and the South Downs all around. Chichester, Petworth and Goodwood are close

An interesting historic townhouse filled with art and antiques, in the old part of Amantea, near shops, restaurants and beach

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

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

Rustic, quirky and layered with history, this is an exquisite slice of traditional Sicilian life, with welcoming and generous hosts

Come for pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, sea views, whale watching trips and serene suites

An elegant palazzo with three swish apartments in the heart of Baroque Salento with a glorious roof terrace, just steps from Piazza Salandra

Come for peace, space and much comfort in this nifty house with gorgeous views over acres of vines from the terrace and pool