History, elegance and art combine in this special spot near the Louvre. Wonderful staff too. Relax - take breakfast in bed

Grand and old and filled with history, the estate and such a pretty house are a tonic, as are the well-tended grounds and parkland

A bit like staying with friends in a smart country house, but not having to help - an elegant refuge near Bradford-on-Avon

Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

Welcome to the delights of a 15th-century Breton manor house, a meandering river inhabited by otters, and hosts who adore what they do

A light and airy barn conversion, very comfortable and rural, sitting on a hill with views to the south overlooking the Stour valley

A smart red-brick country pub in the centre of the village with a farm shop, brewery, Wellness Barn, super food and three charming bedrooms

Deep in the Wye Valley you’ll find wild swimming, kayaking and down-time. This cottage is a spacious yet cosy base for any adventure

A renovated bright apartment with lots of space, a hop, skip and jump away from the shingle beach of seaside-jolly Deal

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

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

A chilled, family-friendly hotel on a sandy surfing beach with huge views and a sensational pool with sustainability at its heart

Sumptuous bedrooms and delicious breakfasts at these two magnificent wings in glorious gardens and grounds next to the castle

Stylish steading where clean architectural lines meet Scottish agricultural heritage with some mid-century magic in the mix

Charming gardens for you and your dog in a barn conversion in rural Norfolk half an hour from coast

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

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool