Rustic, sophisticated, relaxed, charming… ancient Follonico is all these things, and gazes on the loveliest hills in Tuscany

A clutch of airy properties, most with their own jasmine-scented terraces arranged around a funky pool

An immaculate stable retreat surrounded by gardens near Canterbury. Two couples could spend an idyllic week here, or a family of 5

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

Three lovely places to stay - come for much charm, peace, sunsets, infinity pool, sauna and gym in this history-steeped countryside retreat

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

An oast house B&B surrounded by countryside and with a blooming garden; walk to the village pub, drive to nearby stately castles

A very tastefully restored old stone stable on a gloriously rural estate with woodland gardens, lake and a deer park

Dine wonderfully on farm-fresh food and grandma's recipes; cookery classes too! And views, a pool, farm animals, sunsets, a warm family...

Stunning, spacious 3-storey converted mill with stylish bedrooms. Cook just-caught brown trout from the river, eat at a hand built oak table

Tour the cellars or wander the history-rich château and grounds. A truly pretty place

Come to be wrapped by wind and waves from this unique nest with an outdoor bath facing west - nature lovers and adventurers will be seduced

A splendid supper à la carte (three courses) is included here, together with airy rooms and sweeping gardens. The Solway Firth is close

In the glorious Howardian Hills, a homely cottage with an open fire for chilly nights and a lovely, country-style kitchen filled with light

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

Treat yourselves to a stay on one of the oldest wine estates in Provence and a family house from the 1740s, complete with antiques

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

A honey-hued family home clad with vines and roses with a swimming pool and heaps of space – perfect for families