Classic-modern luxury, a charming young hostess and a peaceful setting – perfect for breakfast-lovers, wine buffs and all the family

Glorious views across Northumberland countryside from this peaceful and comfortable cottage with almost an acre of garden

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

Submerge yourself in a magical landscape of sky, water and hills from this well-thought-out retreat, where silence reigns and peace is deep

Live like a local at these rustic apartments with a shared courtyard; walk to restaurants and shops, take the ferry to the beach

Rustic, relaxing, comfortable and fun with pool and play area, river beaches, great hosts, peaceful countryside, an hour from Porto

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

A comfortably stylish renovation of a 19th-century farmhouse, perfect for big groups & multi-generation families to reconnect in rural peace

A 13th-century mill with immaculate interiors and a whiff of luxury. Look out to the river, birds, tall trees, and Pézenas up the hill

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

Comfort, warmth and thoughtful breakfasts at this informal, friendly B&B, sitting in a lush spot between the mountains and the sea

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

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

High up and with splendid views of the estuary and harbour, this roomy apartment is a very comfortable base for seaside holidays

A renovated bright apartment with lots of space, a hop, skip and jump away from the shingle beach of seaside-jolly Deal