A truly special barn conversion, flooded with light and with its own decked outdoor space surrounded by bucolic countryside

A marvellous spot overlooking Rutland Water for this 1760 former hunting lodge with good seasonal British food and very comfortable bedrooms

Come for hearty Lakeland adventures, pretty towns and villages, and a rather special stay in this warm and welcoming country inn

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

A small yet elegant place for couples or small groups to enjoy the open countryside, rest, join a cooking course or book a massage

Fragrant gardens full of fruit trees, a lovingly renovated house just a few minutes’ walk from the village, and excellent breakfasts

A modern, beautifully refurbished inn set in smart gardens, overlooking the village pond and surrounded by Hampshire hills for grand walks

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

Great staff, beautiful design, a fine old building and sublime food make this 600-year-old inn a perfect escape all year round

Ski in winter, walk and cycle in summer - return to unbeatable hospitality, warm, large and comfortable bedrooms with views, robust food

Three gîtes in the Dordogne with panoramic countryside views and a swimming pool – book individually or together for a group holiday

In her smart top-floor flat, perfectly situated between Montmartre and the Opéra Garnier, Rosemary does brilliant B&B

This is a superb base to explore the island's glittering bays, vibrant coastal cities, mountains, valleys and forests

Down a track with a delightfully remote feel but near to the coast and with good walking and cycling; views out to sea are awesome

Historic buildings by a turreted manor house, beautifully renovated to welcome large parties with grounds to roam and dreamy river views

An airy converted barn with beautiful woodwork and countryside views. Reach riverside restaurants and St Malo within a 15-minute drive

Come for fine food and drink, sumptuous bedrooms and a relaxed, informal atmosphere at this gorgeous Cotswold manor house with ancient roots

Vast house on an ancient Roman site with big terraced garden and pool. Grand yet homely, with air-con, spa and only 8 km to the city