With breathtaking views of the hills above Nice, a splendid villa with big bedrooms, shimmering infinity pool, and generous, fun owners

A handsome house with breath-taking mountain views: perfect for summer holidays and walking in spring and autumn

Get away from it all in the heart of Northumberland National Park, with walks leaving from your door and incredible dark skies at night

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

Come to this charming hideaway cabin for two (plus one) facing Lac de Montriond for a back-to-nature escape near Morzine

A beautiful little collection of trulli near the Valle d’Itria – restored with flair and with gardens, woods and pool

Old meets new in Benoit’s charming villa with courtyard pool, breakfasts to linger over and all the fun of La Baule on the doorstep

Come for a spot of indulgence, with seriously good food and wine, oodles to do in the courtyard, great bedrooms and a cool spa for a splurge

Quaint barns dotted among truffle oaks and rosemary, each one constructed the old-fashioned way and close to the Dordogne and Vézère

A splendid landing pad in gorgeous countryside with truly great food at the pub, lovely cottages and rooms over the village shop