Wildflower beds, 1,350 acres to roam, and all of Norfolk to discover. Then it’s back to 4 chic boltholes with pool, steam room and jacuzzi

A relaxed country feel in this fine family villa. It has space and comfort for six with gardens, private pool, and tennis court

Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

Family-friendly hotel on Ullswater with a pool and a variety of bedrooms, some super-cool - swim in the lake, walk in the hills, eat well

On top of sand dunes, this bright and airy cottage has glorious views, walks are lovely and you can bring your dog

An elegant escape in one of Corsica's prettiest towns - perfect for romantic couples with a spa, restaurant, and the island to explore

The oldest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

Gorgeous rooms and splendid breakfasts – for sybarites, history-lovers, cyclists and canoeists - bang in the middle of ancient Long Melford

A period manor and pretty rooms in old stables: a quiet base for Pas-de-Calais and Picardie. Madame loves the house, animals, story-telling

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool

Wild and peaceful small hotel bordering National Park of Guadarrama. Listen to birdsong, hike in the sierra, spend the day in Segovia

Vineyards, fruit trees and immaculate gardens, amazing food and wine, a sense of seclusion and sweeping views of the Tuscan hills

Rooms with rooftop and mountain views, luxurious in their simplicity, heavenly breakfasts out on the terrace, and a cultured, caring owner

Painting courses on request, gardens full of roses, a parasol’d terrace, a seductive pool… we love this welcoming, traditional hotel

Birders will love escaping up here, golfers too - visit Hatfield House, Knebworth, Cambridge - come back to a good local pub and a comfy bed

A light-filled, modern house with wonderful sea views through vast picture windows stretching all the way to St Kilda on clear days

Something to astound at every turn where the traditional and downright quirky collide to stunning effect. Friendly, flexible hosts too

A peaceful and unpretentious spot for a digital detox with long walks up on the moors and fabulous views from the top