A delight to stay in this 1880s croft house on the quieter west coast - fabulous vegetarian and vegan food, thoughtful rooms, lovely owners

Sitting next to the church in the most picturesque village in England, this ancient, handsome cottage is packed with historical interest

This fine old Dordogne house is run by well-travelled owners, has superb views and is a luscious mix of old charm and contemporary design

Come for an authentic French village experience in this old stone house next to the church with glorious countryside for walks and cycles

Come for breezy bedrooms, pretty gardens, a serene pool and delicious breakfasts at this gorgeous finca in rural Extremadura near Trujillo

A light and airy barn conversion, very comfortable and rural, sitting on a hill with views to the south overlooking the Stour valley

Your own cottage sitting room downstairs and a swish bedroom up – breakfast in the courtyard before venturing forth to discover Canterbury

Tucked at the bottom of a long track and surrounded by a gorgeous natural landscape, is this generous end-slice of a 17th-century stone farm

A cottage for two on a wonderfully eco wine school and vineyard. Gaze at magnificent views from your terrace

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

5 houses near Siena to make design-lovers happy; come for the rural solitude of ancient stone farm buildings with urban interiors

A contemporary rooftop room in a warmly civilised B&B filled with books and lovely things – stunning view too

A much-loved family home filled with warmth and characterful interiors overlooking Loch Alsh where dolphins and seals frolic

An irresistible eco restaurant-hotel of character and charm, run by two friendly families and set in gorgeous grounds. Foodie heaven

Steam in the hot tub, gaze over crashing waves or later stars. Inside is swish, kids play in their games room, dinner is in view of the sea

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

Three charming rustic lodges with private gardens and a laid-back vibe in a small rural hamlet surrounded by vines and truffle orchards