An 18th-century fisherman's cottage with garden at the end of a cobbled row, for happy seaside holidays with superb beaches nearby

A handsome little château perched on the edge of a verdant valley, with wonderful views, lots of space and a rambling garden

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

Wow. The sort of place you long for on dreary days - inspired architecture, heavenly views, delicious home-cooked food, a lake for swimming

Deliciously comfortable, hospitable, boutique B&B - in a secluded village within easy reach of Reims and the vineyards of Champagne

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

Comfortable, understated, spotless and authentic – a modest family hideaway on Brittany’s stunning Crozon Peninsula (think Land’s End...)

Come for the utter peace and quiet in this cosy cottage with amazing views and private walks to explore on the Bodnant Estate

One of the loveliest houses in a very lovely village. Pretty rooms have parquet floors and white walls, the food is a delight

A wonderfully maintained Grade II listed country house in the Brecon Beacons with extensive gardens and panoramic views of the Usk Valley

Escape to a rural idyll on a working olive and citrus farm in the toe of Italy. Attentive hosts, good for kids and great food!

Comfortable and cosy B&B with superb food, tucked away on a dairy farm in the very quietest part of Pembrokeshire near the coast path

A comfortable and light-filled converted stone barn in the pretty Vendée, a quiet and rural spot but just half a mile from town

A lucky break to stay here: part of a 1669 grade-II* listed Almshouse with modern interiors; leafy and quiet yet a short hop from the town

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to