Ideal for families: pool, tennis and golf at the hotel with beach and yachting nearby. Comfortable bedrooms and a terrace for outdoor dining

An elegant 18th-century manor in the market town of Malesherbes, sitting behind its own walls and with mature gardens for a peaceful retreat

Lovely owners have created this quirky space on their farm; side-by-side al fresco baths make it romantic for two

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

Treat yourselves to some downtime at this lush, semi-tropical hideaway with big pool, delicious breakfasts and charmingly rustic bedrooms

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

The inn is the hub of this thriving village in 'the blue remembered hills' with great food and super rooms - a Sawday's Community Champion

A tranquil agriturismo within easy reach of Padua. Superb views of the Euganean Hills, chic bedrooms and fine wine to sample

Explore ‘Green Provence’ on e-bikes, enjoy the pool and calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards. Return to a delicious dinner

Imperious old coaching inn lost in deep country with a river to fish, five-mile views, delicious rooms and some very tasty food

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

After a day touring châteaux, return to this pretty, very comfortable cottage with private terrace and a garden filled with birdsong

A summer hideaway by a lively Algarvian village with a pretty garden. Sundowners, a pool, massages, a BBQ and traditional bedrooms

A smartly renovated 250-year-old brick and flint built inn, tucked away in a sleepy village beneath the glorious South Downs

Generous, convivial space for big gatherings. A fantastic pool, plenty of outdoor space, and fun and games to keep everyone entertained

Come for very comfortable B&B suites with garden views in a converted 1880s barn with its own charming sitting and dining rooms

Rabid fans of smashing city breaks will flock to this oasis with gorgeous garden and pool in a quiet residential street near a big park

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