In a bustling port town on the Adriatic coast, this family-run hotel is warm, welcoming and just minutes from beaches and restaurants

The sort of inn we all love – open fires, original beams, ancient flags, tasty food, with lovely bedrooms thrown in for good measure

Close to Girona, with huge valley views! Cosy fires for cool days, shady corners for hot ones, lovely people, and the food a revelation

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

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

A sumptuous spot with luxurious touches at every turn in beautiful Moneglia - far removed from its monastic roots. Opulent and romantic

A most enchanting and welcoming Provençal mas sitting in acres of private parkland with woods, meadows and a small lake for magical stays

Find a stunning entrance hall and quirky interiors at this colourful and comfortable 1890 olive mill sitting pretty in the National Park

Come for excellent food, warm interiors and nicely priced rooms in this light old Rectory with a pretty terrace for summer drinks

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

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

A cosy and relaxing village inn in the heart of the unspoilt Ebble Valley (wonderful for walkers) with fresh bedrooms and excellent food

You’re in the heart of untamed countryside here, beside the river Oise, welcomed by friendly hosts who cook and care for you

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

Five beautiful suites in the south wing of this fairy tale castle, filled with architectural features, family history and much grandeur

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

Charming 15th-century farmhouse near Montrésor and Loches with immense lawns, orchards and a fabulous pool