Wow. The sort of place you long for on dreary days - inspired architecture, heavenly views, delicious home-cooked food, a lake for swimming

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

Vibrant, artistic barn conversion in the heart of York, a five-minute walk from the Minster. Convivial place with helpful, friendly hosts

Cast yourselves away to this beautiful island and a bright, spacious apartment with a rooftop terrace bang in the middle of the town square

Generous, convivial space for big gatherings. A fantastic pool, plenty of outdoor space, and fun and games to keep everyone entertained

An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool

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

An 18th-century cottage for four on a working sheep farm: walk the Pentland Hills, get the bus to Edinburgh for culture

A lovely old 19th-century inn by the sea with hand-pumped ales, fresh local and seasonal food and spoiling bedrooms, some with sea views

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

Two restored mill buildings in the serene French countryside, with river views and artful interiors – a peaceful self-catering escape

Come for an exceptionally inviting 17th-century inn, a chocolate-box Cotswold village, excellent local food and ales, very comfortable rooms

Elegant rooms behind a popular village pub with country walks from the door, and the spectacular Peak District and stately homes nearby

Charming hosts, ample bedrooms and memorable dinners... deeply authentic and super special. You'll adore Hotel Coutettaz and long to return

A 200-year-old quintessential Umbrian farmhouse with pool, immersed in nature and with no immediate neighbours for lazy, peaceful days

The largest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views