A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

Pomegranates, persimmon and figs, the waft of rosemary on the air... we love this old 'mas' 25km from Gordes, in sweet sunny Provence

A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

Philippe and Stéphanie give you delicious food and comfortable, colourful bedrooms in their ancient château with gardens and pool

A former tobacco barn and an annexe with outdoor kitchen and courtyard, near good places to eat for relaxed days at the beach

Close to Hexham's centre, a quietly charismatic Victorian home with fresh flowers, homemade bread, sunny courtyard and a friendly little dog

Stunning, spacious 3-storey converted mill with stylish bedrooms. Cook just-caught brown trout from the river, eat at a hand built oak table

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

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

Independent B&B with your own converted spaces sitting in a lovely garden with pool. Breakfast is served in the main house or on the terrace

A large cottage by the walled garden on a peaceful estate with oodles of space for big gatherings and views over a lake and mature trees

A true country classic set beside the road in a quiet spot with stunning views to the South Downs, great food and very comfortable bedrooms

Come for an authentic French village experience in this old stone house next to the church with glorious countryside for walks and cycles

A lovely, rambling old house for family gatherings with an extra cottage for bigger groups, a gorgeous garden and hilltop villages nearby

Four stylish Andalusian retreats surrounded by olive groves and almond trees, and a restaurant for wonderful, seasonal food

Small and elegant family-run hotel with airy bedrooms, plenty of private spaces and a bus to take you to the centre of bustling Avignon

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool