This stylish B&B is foodie heaven. Its eclectic, multicultural menu - and décor to match - make for a special getaway to the Cornish coast

Float in the infinity pool above the canyon, dine under the stars, revel in the silence, head to the Cavagrande di Cassibile Nature Reserve

A stylish mountain chalet under the watchful gaze of Mont Blanc, with a private chef, hot tub and sauna

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

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

Wrapped in fields and woods, this big traditional house has crisply furnished interiors and plenty of gadgets. Terraced gardens and pool too

Style, comfort and tranquillity combine in a lovely B&B near Bergerac. Sleep in elegant four-poster beds, breakfast on the sunny terrace…

A comfortable and light-filled converted stone barn in the pretty Vendée, a quiet and rural spot but just half a mile from town

A traditional stone bergerie high on a hill and surrounded by woods with east-facing views over the valley for stunning sunrises

A roomy, open-plan space for romantics, with complete privacy but with pub, bakery and views of the market garden from your own terrace

Friendly host, Georgian elegance, welcoming sitting room and bedrooms, tasty breakfasts: the perfect city break in Scotland’s capital

Come to be inspired - by the buildings, the art, the concept and the rich history. You should be very comfortable too, and well fed

Just below the Tuscan town of Massa Marittima, an agriturismo loved by sporty types and families, with wonderful food on site

A remote, rustic place for a digital detox - wildly romantic and perfect in summer with the doors open. Children can play in safety

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

This is a superb base to explore the island's glittering bays, vibrant coastal cities, mountains, valleys and forests

Eco-friendly B&B overlooking Lake Como with marvellous mountain and lake views. Heaps of space, generous hosts, a menagerie of animals

Kids range free, adults recharge in these two gites on a 17th-century estate with sunny gardens and a pool. Hike, bike, swim, relax...