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

Comfortable redbrick cottage with views on the Heydon Hall estate. It’s delightfully rural, yet close to Reepham for pubs and shops

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

Charming manor house B&B, packed with character, interest and history, sitting in extensive gardens and with elegant bedrooms

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

A lovely old traditional pub with a merry fire, locals and dogs, a bright conservatory, large garden and excellent food, especially fish

Elegant 19th-century château deep in the Dordogne forest promises seclusion, serenity and an unhurried, sun-soaked escape.

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

Hike down secret paths and along the Suffolk coast before a superb lunch or supper at this friendly inn; sweet bedrooms too

In a mellowstone village with a jolly pub, a super raftered barn with generous touches. Friendly owners next door know the Cotswolds well...

Lovely slice of the Mediterranean with splendid rooms in deepest Cheshire. Sip an aperitif on the sunny terrace

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

Three family friendly gites with a contemporary feel, a saltwater pool, national trails to wander and wellness retreats on offer

Contemporary lodge on a remote peninsula with spectacular views; walk, cycle or kayak, explore nature reserves and unspoiled beaches

Come for strawberries in summer, walnuts in winter, and a wonderful welcome all year round. Thierry and Charlotte are living their dream

Elegant historic house set in acres of grounds transports you to a bygone belle époque (with all mod cons)

Step into a place full of life, colour, texture and clever design surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast