A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

A wonderful surprise inside this 1590 house sitting in a beautiful walled garden full of fruit trees, just off the High Street

Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

An absolute peach of an apartment on the first floor of this iconic building with stunning views over the harbour and St Michael's Mount

Comfortable home with wood fires, gracious bedrooms and convivial living rooms. The drive is full of blossom and daffodils in spring

A stylish Sicilian farmhouse that feels like a home with hotel luxuries. Come for a generous welcome, lovely beaches and gorgeous local food

A beautifully designed wooden lodge with hot tub on the deck, glass-front wood-burner, plenty of space and complete immersion in nature

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

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

The holiday starts on the bumpy track along to this Arts & Crafts style modern house with plenty of space and a wrap-around garden

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

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

In the beautiful Somerset hamlet of St Catherine, a cosy wooden cabin surrounded by fields and woods. Wonderful walks from the front door...

A spacious courtyard, two ancient yews and this lovely restored house ooze charm - swim, cycle, walk in glorious countryside, taste cognac

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

Sublime views across the Tuscan countryside, seasonal food and the kindest host. Children are welcome, oenophiles will be in heaven

Victorian almshouse with architectural pedigree, sweeping countryside views and easy access to charming local towns

A niftily restored, open-plan, beamed hayloft, just the ticket for romantics, with gorgeous views of fields and open countryside