A very generous amount of space in this beautifully restored annexe with heated pool and outstanding views over the East Devon AONB

A beautiful little collection of trulli near the Valle d’Itria – restored with flair and with gardens, woods and pool

Rooftop views of a Baroque town from heavenly flower-filled terraces and a truly scrumptious breakfast from Elisabetta make this one a must

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

A very special design-led garden apartment on the ground floor of an elegant 1835 house on one of the prettiest crescents in the city

Choose the atmospheric early Georgian house or the garden bedrooms, all have views, Paul's welcome is genuine and his dinners delicious

A glorious spot in the Wolds for a big family get-together in style, with your very own indoor heated pool, sauna, games and hot tub

Gather the clans and just come. It's lovely here among acres of wildlife-filled grounds – a Sawday's Community Champion

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

A fabulous Belle Epoque château with much wow factor set in vast grounds with lawns and lakes, circled by a dense forest

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

A 1750 one-storey former farm building, beautifully converted into a lovely hideaway for walkers, nature lovers and peace seekers

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – take the footpath to Beaulieu or Bucklers Hard

Sun-dappled walks along the romantic avenues, big bedrooms, breakfasts inside or out, a laid-back atmosphere and great markets nearby

Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

A traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens

A sleek space designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. You have your own private barbecue area and a shared large garden

The village is tiny, the bar is lively, the food is delicious. The Cotswolds are at your feet and you’re encouraged not to lift a finger