Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

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

Deep in Burgundy's wine country, an elegant maison de maître sits in acres of gloriously private parkland

A craft brewery in Italy? What a wonderful surprise! Three explorer-themed rooms, a brewpub, pizzeria, pool, cookery classes and events

Climb the candle-lit marble staircase to dream between lavender-scented sheets in splendid rooms, some with balcony or terrace

Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

Vast house on an ancient Roman site with big terraced garden and pool. Grand yet homely, with air-con, spa and only 8 km to the city

Classic coaching inn in a bustling village offers restful rooms, real ales and the Cotswolds on your doorstep

Be inspired by hilltop views, unwind in beamed rooms by huge fireplaces or scramble down to the beach for family adventures

Families and walkers will be happy at this unfussy seaside retreat with beaches down the road and coastal paths right by your door

A super Georgian cottage with its own private garden, very comfortable bedrooms and acres of bird-filled grounds to explore

Your own wing of an impressive 1700 baronial castle, restored with authenticity and with a lovely garden, wildlife and a little river

A lovely villa with masses of space, filled with modern art and near to walking trails, beaches, shops and restaurants

A welcoming retreat with lofty rooms, a sunny garden and the perfect plunge pool. Come for slow days and wine country adventures

The nicest owners, the most magical place with wild land to roam. Two barns share a pretty courtyard; Devon's delights are on the doorstep

Gorgeously restored villas with breathtaking views. Chill out on the terrace, sample the owner’s homemade wine, and the wood-fired pizza!

In a quiet, ancient country town – outdoor breakfasts and indoor style: trompe l’oeil decorations, frescoes, vaulted panelled ceilings

Rural bliss at the end of the lane: a cottage for 2 with wine and local biscuits in the hamper and farmers’ markets within a 5-mile drive