A grand, pale stone townhouse in the centre of lively Épernay with plenty of good restaurants nearby

Kate makes you feel at home the moment you enter her great big beloved house - full of books, guitars and a piano, antiques and huge spaces

A beautiful villa with a medieval tower surrounded by formal gardens, gentle slopes of perfectly maintained vineyards and wooded hilltops

Loved by estate-workers, visitors, well-heeled locals, and walkers, this spruced-up pub is a friendly launchpad for Chatsworth

Nestled in lovely grounds, this country pub serves up cracking food and real ales. Wonderful walks nearby, comfy rooms to rest for the night

Old meets new in Benoit’s charming villa with courtyard pool, breakfasts to linger over and all the fun of La Baule on the doorstep

In the “green heart” of Italy: great hosts, dreamy views, super pool, and food to fall in love with, including vegetarian

Immerse yourself in 50 acres of peaceful countryside and the fine pool. Generous owners are on hand, Les Eyzies is just a few minutes' drive

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

Gardeners will be very happy staying in this generous, comfortable B&B surrounded by stunning gardens with year-round interest

An interesting historic townhouse filled with art and antiques, in the old part of Amantea, near shops, restaurants and beach

Two cosy cottages on a former winemaking estate with private terraces, a shared pool, stunning views and glorious walks from the door

The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store

Foodies will love the irresistible cooking - along with local wine and a typically Tuscan setting. Bedrooms are pretty

In peaceful Burgundy countryside, a beautifully-restored farmhouse with B&B rooms, delicious regional food and an inviting pool

Lovingly renovated farmhouse amid vines and sunflowers, deep in the Charente countryside - small pool in garden, beaches 45 minutes away.

Elegant Italian style in a sensitively-restored villa with sweeping views over rolling hills and forests

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly