A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

With incredible views across to distant hilltop towns, olive groves and buzzing bees, this elegant farmhouse has bags of charm

1820s cottage with long views, a lovely garden and generous extras. Alnwick is close and miles of white sandy beaches with dunes

A rural idyll with a hot tub under starlit skies and surrounded by gorgeous countryside in the South Lakes within a hop of vibrant Cartmel

A warm, comfortable and light-filled 1800s cottage with south-facing garden and absolutely wonderful views over the Kyles of Bute

A comfy cottage for two in the quiet, leafy outskirts of Aix with easy access to the city and a kind, attentive owner nearby

Find beauty and tranquillity on this historic Dordogne estate for up to fourteen - plus a feast of designer colour and a fine pool to share

A superb palazzo in beautiful old Florence with 13 design rooms, a cocktail menu and breakfast in your room. Arty, stylish and near the Duomo

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

A luxurious springboard for the wineries, villages and treasures of south Tuscany in the magical Orcia valley - if you can bear to leave it!

Step through a door in an old wooden gate to discover a courtyard garden on the edge of town close to golden sands

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

A smart B&B in the heart of Beaune sitting quietly in half a hectare of gorgeous gardens; you're well looked after by your charming hosts

Three comfortable stone houses clustered around the owners' home. Glorious views spread out below you across rolling countryside

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

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

Come for sea air, independent shops, great places to eat and this quirky cottage with plenty of room and a sunny walled garden