A peaceful, very stylish bolthole for 2 on the doorstep of glorious Holyrood Park, with Edinburgh’s sights a stroll away

Thoughtful red brick barn conversion on a working farm. Peaceful, practical and within easy reach of outdoor activities

Georgian country house with rustic charm and a home-from-home feel. In the heart of Wiltshire just outside historic town Bradford-on-Avon

This hidden valley is the dreamiest part of South Devon. Catch the ferry across the Dart; gaze on the hills; snuggle up by the wood-burner

Utter peace in a simple, beautiful space with a sculpture garden to wander, an art studio to visit and walking and cycling on Dartmoor

Chatty Madame is a superb cook, and her pretty house and garden in a quiet Yvelines village are equally delicious. Zip to Paris by train

An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

A charming, warm and intimate hotel tucked away on a side street just minutes from the Ponte Vecchio, with a view-filled rooftop restaurant

High up and with splendid views of the estuary and harbour, this roomy apartment is a very comfortable base for seaside holidays

You’re in Snowdonia National Park: cycle, hike, swim, climb & trampoline to your heart’s content. Come home to comfort, warmth, grand views

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

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

You're right on the water in this 1820 granary-turned-hotel, with calming bedrooms, bustling bar and restaurant serving excellent local fare

A lovely, spacious 1830s house in the heart of arty Westport with nearly an acre of garden, an apple orchard and the river running past

Come for pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, sea views, whale watching trips and serene suites

Part of the original Wensleydale creamery overlooking the river, with bustling Hawes and great walking country right on your doorstep

High above Lisbon, this small but elegant former palace offers stunning views, stylishly rustic rooms and a dreamy, sun-trap patio

Such lovely views from this light-filled flat, built in the 19th century – curl up with a book and gaze out to sea