An ancient inn, spruce and restorative, in a picture-perfect village with open fires, tasty food and stylish, comfortable bedrooms

A fin-de-siècle Franco-Scottish décor for this hospitable, entertaining B&B, in the heart of Edinburgh’s cultural quarter

A clutch of airy properties, most with their own jasmine-scented terraces arranged around a funky pool

A truly special barn conversion, flooded with light and with its own decked outdoor space surrounded by bucolic countryside

A privilege to be able to stay within the famous gardens of magnificent Château de Courances. The painter's village of Barbizon is nearby

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

An airy, art-filled house for groups of family or friends, with plenty of space, a secluded courtyard and pool near the beach

A sweet little gîte for two in the centre of a dreamy medieval village. Happily private but with loads to explore from your door

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

Four pretty apartments perfect for groups. A natural swimming pool, animals roaming and walking distance from a summer boat to the beaches!

Eschew the crowds for your own slice of bliss in this ancient hamlet with village green - self-catering with a hotel feel and dreamy pool

Once a hunting lodge, this unique and authentic 18th-century architectural folly sits up a quiet tree-lined drive on the edge of the estate

Step through a door in an old wooden gate to discover a courtyard garden on the edge of town close to golden sands

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

Wander down a pebble path to this large, light holiday home near La Rochelle. Eco-friendly, accessible to all, and perfectly peaceful

Spacious rooms with lovely linen, plus top-notch food in a wonderful setting, this is the best A303 stopover for miles

Lawns, paths and walnut trees, rolling views in every direction... a serene place to stay in every season. Sweet luxury for a big family!

A smart red-brick country pub in the centre of the village with a farm shop, brewery, Wellness Barn, super food and three charming bedrooms