Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are 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

A fabulous position for this B&B in Trastevere’s fascinating heart and a very warm welcome from Marco and Gianna - guests love it here

Enter through an impressive stone arch to discover this 16th-century fortified manor house with a gorgeous communal dining and seating area

A magical medieval castello, gloriously gothic with tower, moat and ghost, fit for a Shakespearian play.

A stylish, refined 17th-century house off a quiet street with its own garden and lots of generous surprises, a short hop to everything

Burrowed into the olive groves of the lush Valle d’Itria, a restored masseria with five trulli, an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub and lovely views

In tranquil countryside close to the Ring of Kerry, a rustic farmhouse with wonderful stargazing and brilliant walks starting from the door

Deep French countryside, fine hospitality from true nature lovers, fantastic bedrooms and delicious dinners in an outbuilding

Garden lovers will flock to this lovely B&B with two spacious suites and delicious breakfasts – a good spot by a quiet hamlet

Come for the gloriously peaceful countryside and this 1700s house and garden, scrupulously renovated and with plenty of space

Remote wartime research station turned stylish retreat with knockout views, wild walks and a front-row seat to the weather

A grand spot with superb Peak District views for this secluded, immaculate conversion of a handsome stable block - spacious and light

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

A cosy and pretty old cottage for rest or romance, with garden and pool in a small hamlet surrounded by walnut orchards and mixed woodland

Come for the great outdoors and wrap-around views of Muncaster Fell and Scafell Pike from this warm, bright and spacious Passivhaus

An ancient manor from the middle ages, built against a stone cliff with extensive terraced grounds, pool and parkland filled with wildlife