A lovely, long barn-style conversion with much space, stunning views across the spectacular bay and a secret beach to stroll to

A superb palazzo in beautiful old Florence with 13 design rooms, a cocktail menu and breakfast in your room. Arty, stylish and near the Duomo

Two lovely cottages with a fresh, modern style, private terrace, tranquil communal gardens with an orchard and pool

You are treated like nobility in this gorgeous Manoir, enveloped by the towering cliffs and Aurélia and Julien's generous hospitality

A delightful mix of old and new in a conservation village with a four-acre garden that attracts all the local birds. Guests love it here

This fine old inn stands in blissful peace, a field or two back from the coastal path, with cosy rooms, delicious food and a rustic style

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

Views stretch to the Brecon Beacons from this home on a green and sustainable estate. Once home to King Charles, now it's yours to savour

The central part of a much larger building in a 17th-century hamlet with bright, spacious rooms, shared pool and glorious private gardens

Genuine hosts, fabulous food, a swimming pool and a private speedboat for exploring the coast; a sandy beach is a ten-minute walk away

This classy, refurbished village pub is the community hub, chock-full of locals and a popular destination for foodies. Lovely bedrooms too

Minutes from old Ajaccio (a scenic cycle ride) is a charming small hotel with a stunning bay setting, and majestic mountains behind

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

A 200-year-old typical Mallorcan house with wooden beams, tiled floors, a view-filled garden and a big pool in beautiful Sóller

Families and walkers will be happy at this unfussy seaside retreat with beaches down the road and coastal paths right by your door

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

Take your pick from guided horse-trekking to grand banqueting at this traditional château; drive to explore WWI history and the lovely coast

Linger over a fine breakfast and olive grove valley view, borrow a bike, take to the Francigena pilgrim trail, explore medieval Anagni