Dine in the orangery on excellent cuisine, or take breakfast in bed with the shutters thrown wide. Simply delightful

Elegant house with sprawling gardens and space for family and friends, within walking distance of the coast

2 lakes, streams, landscaped gardens, woodlands and waterfalls... a paradise for families, nature lovers, peace-seekers and birdwatchers

This old stone building, a former olive warehouse, is beautifully restored and sits on its own – a simple bolthole for rest and recuperation

Traditional family-run hotel with sitting rooms galore, award-winning food and Snowdon views. High teas and games room for children too

Come to recharge in the lovely Loire valley at this fine château surrounded by mature gardens and green countryside

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

A neatly-converted old farmhouse on a quiet country lane with bright living spaces, heated pool, garden and hot tub just minutes from sandy beaches

Citrus scents the air, loungers flank a spakling pool. Light, cool, simple rooms, vibrant hosts, garden and olive groves - divine food

A lovely Victorian cottage on a quiet village road, traditional and comfortable inside and with a fully enclosed garden at the back

A substantial old house, originally built in 1836 and recently renovated, for grand special occasions with stunning views and a hot tub

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

Woodland retreat above Loch Tummel. Silence, sunsets and star-filled skies in a 70s bungalow that blends retro charm with modern comfort

Two villas on opposite shores of a big lily-covered lake, fed with natural spring water from the Ticino river and surrounded by gardens

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

Come to stay in a lovely old house surrounded by an important garden created by three generations of brilliant women gardeners

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool