Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

A handsome little château perched on the edge of a verdant valley, with wonderful views, lots of space and a rambling garden

Come to be cossetted in this 300-year-old Burgundy farmhouse with rose garden, sheltered pool and convivial Dutch owners

A Victorian farm steading cleverly repurposed as an open-plan holiday home with bright, colourful interiors, deep in the Perthshire hills

A small, rural cottage high in the wooded hills with long views, your own private pool, utter peace and quiet and a superb restaurant nearby

A 16th-century characterful gem right on the harbourside, serving excellent food at reasonable prices and with pleasant bedrooms

Overlooking Menton and the Mediterranean, this lofty apartment in a grand Belle Époque palace is perfectly placed to explore the Riviera

A deeply thoughtful conversion of an old Presbyterian church with wonderful watery views, much wildlife and plenty of space for joyful times

On its own wooded estate, a special manor house of character. Art on the walls, gardens to romp in, super views and wonderful countryside

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

A 300-year-old cottage and a secluded, magical setting next to the longest sea loch in the UK, for walkers, dreamers and nature lovers

Come for utter peace in this picture-perfect honey stone cottage with a lovely pool, garden and the glorious Dordogne to explore

Friendly touches everywhere, terrific food and drink, smart bedrooms above the sparkling bar – dogs and children welcome

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

Very private and comfortable rooms with their own entrances at this generous B&B with glorious gardens and views to the Black Mountains