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

Come to this charming hideaway cabin for two (plus one) facing Lac de Montriond for a back-to-nature escape near Morzine

Woodland and fells encircle you, spa suites hang above water, food in the Michelin-starred restaurant is sublime – come for a real treat

A relaxed country feel in this fine family villa. It has space and comfort for six with gardens, private pool, and tennis court

Relaxed country-chic worthy of a photo shoot at these beautifully turned-out apartments in deep countryside... gaze on heaven from the pool

Stone farmhouse on a country estate, family-run for centuries. Views of the towered gatehouse, pool and tennis court, a walk to the river...

A B&B in a WWF-protected botanical garden beside Lake Maggiore. Wander and explore, take a dip in the lake. This place invites you to unwind

It's steeped in history and a joy to visit. Explore the vast pistes of Les Portes du Soleil... return to log fires and house-party dinners

Historic, indulgent, atmospheric – and the Contessa is so warm. Vineyards, restaurants, operas, walks...La dolce vita on Slovenia's border

Generous apartments in a 300-year-old farmhouse with beautiful grounds and a swimming pool

Deep French countryside, fine hospitality from true nature lovers, fantastic bedrooms and delicious dinners in an outbuilding

Simple and rustic, this early 1700s farmhouse has warmth and charm, surrounded by countryside in the Perche

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms

Tradition and comfort on the border with Wales, a welcoming country-house hotel with warm rooms, pretty gardens and delicious food

Pops of colour and neon signs bring fun to this smart and warm family home near Brancaster beach

Gloriously green rural self-catering apartments with pool and lovely, friendly owners

Sit back and relax at this luxuriously elegant grand manor in the heart of the Dordogne with a concierge service to take care of everything

A very tranquil spot with views of rolling countryside, the East Mendip Way on the doorstep and good pubs within walking distance