A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

Starry skies, wild beauty and total peace are yours in these sustainable, solar-powered eco-lodges

A very special design-led garden apartment on the ground floor of an elegant 1835 house on one of the prettiest crescents in the city

Taste the wine, plunge into the granite pool, play billiards in the library, linger outdoors as swallows swoop – eat delicious local dishes

Immerse yourself, luxuriously, in beautiful rural Picardy – mirabelle jam, peaceful parkland, walking in the hills – near historic Amiens

Wide views over the trees to the glittering loch and the hills beyond will mesmerise; interiors are calm, uncluttered and generous

Come for the gloriously peaceful countryside and this 1700s house and garden, scrupulously renovated and with plenty of space

A spacious farmhouse with a pool in the grounds of a stately château. Wander the walled garden, explore the countryside and pretty villages

Come for a pretty village in fabulous walking country, delicious estate-sourced food, friendly staff and very comfortable bedrooms

A serene restaurant-hotel on Chesil beach, with a perfect view of the big blue sea. How restorative can a hotel be?

An off-grid retreat; embrace a slower pace of life at this peaceful, characterful home. Surf, cycle and walk then stargaze in utter peace

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

Once a lofty edifice for music recitals, now an original place to stay - with stained-glass windows, a bed on a stage and wild gardens

For lovers of tranquillity and simple pleasures with a private pool, tennis court, stunning views and forty acres to explore

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

Inviting, inspiring, and perfect for 4. Off the beaten track in little-known ‘Swiss Tuscany’ is a treat for foodies and walkers

An hour from Edinburgh, this large estate wrapped in ancient woodland & steeped in history is a super outdoorsy retreat – dogs welcome too

An airy, art-filled house for groups of family or friends, with plenty of space, a secluded courtyard and pool near the beach