A lovely 19th-century stone mas with south-facing terrace, garden and pool for relaxed family holidays, just off the D99 in a small hamlet

Thoughtful red brick barn conversion on a working farm. Peaceful, practical and within easy reach of outdoor activities

You're beautifully looked after in this gorgeous Tuscan house. Come for Alpine walks, historic trails and wild nature all around

Fall in love with this riverside village, lost in a valley in lower Normandy, and this sunny house for couples or families

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

Beautiful cottages, donkey rides, a popular pool and restaurants to walk to. Dutch Peter knows all the walks in this heavenly valley!

Come to slow down and be well fed at this beautiful 14th-century manor with 60 acres of grounds and views across the Cotswolds

Four family-friendly self-catering casitas and an original cortijo in wildlife-rich acres near the sandy Costa de la Luz

Friendly inn in the middle of Sedbergh. Lots of bedrooms to choose from, suntrap picnic area, walks in the Yorkshire Dales on the doorstep

A birdwatchers’ paradise in heavenly valley setting with friendly hosts and delicious seasonal cooking. Explore national park from the door

Simple rooms on a spotless farm, delightful hosts, delicious fruit tarts at breakfast on Sundays. The perfect stopover en route to Calais

A round of applause goes to this special family and their delightfully thoughtful restaurant with beautiful rooms - a wonderful place

Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

Steeped in history and romance, with a great big sleigh bed and open fires, is this 14th-century defence tower above the river Tweed

All the luxuries that make a B&B very special - wonderful food, smart rooms and a garden replete with pool, orchard, tennis and lake

Come for big skies, grand walking and hilly cycling. Style and comfort abound in this cottage set on the hillside with views to North Uist

A smartly refurbished 500-year-old coaching inn with very comfortable bedrooms, good food and the Peak District at your feet