A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

A light-filled, roomy retreat for artists, dreamers, walkers and nature lovers with uplifting meadow views, in the Dartmoor National Park

Smart cottage perched on a hill above Broadway with a music room and a hot tub in the pretty Cotswolds

A thoughtful cottage, full of warmth and cheer with lovely art and delicious pops of colour. Come for beautiful walks and much wildlife

Come for a traffic-free medieval hamlet in sleepy Maremma with easy-going hosts, a beautiful garden and views over the valley

A lovely, unfussy and calming place to stay - independent souls will love the enchanting wild gardens and an annexe for extra folk

You are treated like nobility in this gorgeous Manoir, enveloped by the towering cliffs and Aurélia and Julien's generous hospitality

A family retreat high above the river Dordogne and deep in woodland - with heated pool, games room and village restaurants a stroll away

Victorian almshouse with architectural pedigree, sweeping countryside views and easy access to charming local towns

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

An adorable little 1800s cottage with a garden – simple, unpretentious and filled with the owner's colourful art on walls and lampshades

This old stone building, a former olive warehouse, is beautifully restored and sits on its own – a simple bolthole for rest and recuperation

Unwind comfortably here with views to the crystal-clear lake, surrounded by forest trails and meadows for wonderful walking and cycling

A smart launch pad for visiting all things Champagne-related and Reims with its enchanting cathedral. All is cosy, luxurious...

An elegant 1890 home in vibrant Bembridge for birdwatching, beaches, wildlife and a Roman villa

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

This stylish little art-filled inn has comfortable rooms, is surrounded by good walking countryside and serves delicious food – rest here

The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store