This friendly, Scottish island B&B has the Atlantic at the end of the garden and air so clean the lichen grows like beards from the trees

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

An airy converted barn with beautiful woodwork and countryside views. Reach riverside restaurants and St Malo within a 15-minute drive

A cottage to help you feel restored and refreshed; uninterrupted views of the coast, a hamper of local produce and wildlife spotting.

A niftily converted barn with high vaulted ceiling sitting on a hill with wonderful views over a newly-created lake and the Stour Valley

Come for stunning views down to the bay of La Herradura and this traditional, family-focused 1990s house on three floors

Peaceful escape for couples in the grounds of a stately Tudor manor house; watch the wildlife from your garden, explore the nearby coast

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

An elegant French château brimming with antiques and surrounded by landscaped lawns. Enjoy convivial dinners with the perfect host

Remote three-bedroom cottage in Northumberland National Park, with far-reaching views over hills and valleys and walks in all directions

Two peaceful spaces in a beautiful garden with a morning concert from the birds and a terrace for magical outdoor meals

Between Penzance & Helston, close to Praa Sands, is a beautiful bolthole for 6. Good for garden lovers & peace-seekers – dog-friendly too

Relax in peace & quiet: orchards, woods, organic farm, wildlife everywhere. Offa's Dyke nearby - start the day with Teona's veggie breakfast

A monastic grange full of grandeur with luxurious interiors to keep you comfortable. Enjoy a pool, gardens and Margate on the doorstep

Fall in love with this riverside village, lost in a valley in lower Normandy, and this sunny house for couples or families

A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Weaving medieval magic, this dreamy hideaway is an ideal base for nature-loving gourmands to explore the region