An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

A warm retreat in a charming Sussex backwater, with a changing menu of fabulous food, and well-furbished bedrooms upstairs

This is Somerset at its most quintessential: a thatched roofed, honey-coloured Hamstone cottage with a pretty courtyard garden; sleeps four

A cosy nest on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, with sparkling lagoon views from a top-floor living area

One of the loveliest houses in a very lovely village. Pretty rooms have parquet floors and white walls, the food is a delight

Rooms with rooftop and mountain views, luxurious in their simplicity, heavenly breakfasts out on the terrace, and a cultured, caring owner

A recently renovated and very comfortable stand-alone limestone cottage with fabulous views on the edge of the Easton Walled Gardens

You will fall in love with this very special Tuscan agriturismo between the mountains and sea: peace and simplicity prevail

Rooftop views of a Baroque town from heavenly flower-filled terraces and a truly scrumptious breakfast from Elisabetta make this one a must

A stunning renovation for this fishing station Ice House on the shore of Gruinard Bay, with magical views, wildlife and Scot-Scandi interiors

Delightful hamlet of beautifully restored cottages with a pool, surrounded by fields, forest and deer. The perfect spot for a digital detox

Glorious views across Northumberland countryside from this peaceful and comfortable cottage with almost an acre of garden

A delightful retreat perfectly placed for walking, cycling and visiting some of the region’s most popular sights

A light, bright and contemporary B&B in a quiet spot, with a garden overlooking the sea, the oyster beds and the passing boats

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

Come for a big gathering of friends or family and take the whole house plus an extra cottage in the pretty gardens – swim in the pool, relax

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

Pretty, thatched, perfectly round: a romantic village bolthole with retro touches. Grab flip-flops, leads and run the dogs on Pendower beach