A beautiful house with Pyrenean views, generous hosts and wonderful hiking, biking and skiing nearby. A rare pearl

Glorious boutique hotel on the Sorrento Peninsula with Michelin-starred restaurant and superb cellar to explore

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

A small yet elegant place for couples or small groups to enjoy the open countryside, rest, join a cooking course or book a massage

Glorious airy living space in this superbly restored barn, a terrace with long views and a pool across the garden - bikes to borrow too

Come to unwind in nature, surrounded by sun-drenched fields in this large, rustic but elegant villa with courtyard, garden and pool

Dine in the orangery on excellent cuisine, or take breakfast in bed with the shutters thrown wide. Simply delightful

You’ll feel nicely independent in this spacious open-plan hideaway surrounded by colourful gardens and Corscombe valley views

A really friendly French family home, steeped in history and tradition with delicious home-grown food, a lovely garden and peaceful pool

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

Rustic charm meets modern comfort in peaceful Devon hideaway set in acres of wild meadows and ancient orchards, with glorious swimming pool

A lovely honey-coloured stone cottage with private walled garden, large terrace and pool, outdoor bath and pergola-covered terrace

An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool

A delightful coastal house with lush courtyard gardens, masses of space, home office and terraces galore

Great design along with much comfort and warmth an hour from Inverness airport, but a world away from the city and with stunning views

Log fires smoulder, rooms are comfortable, the food is delicious and there's bags of character at this old village pub – once a cider house