Garden lovers will flock to this lovely B&B with two spacious suites and delicious breakfasts – a good spot by a quiet hamlet

Three simple, traditional apartments in an ancient convent building with a beautiful botanical garden in the heart of the historic centre

Remote barn in the middle of Northumberland National Park with views for miles, wonderful walking trails and clear starry skies

A delightful eyrie surrounded by water, forest, wildflowers in spring and summer, views to distant islands - just a short stroll to Ullapool

Be warmly welcomed by your knowledgeable hosts at this eco-conscious lodge for four in the Dordogne. Immerse yourself in all things wine

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

Sitting at the end of the estate's private driveway, this sandstone building has grand Italianate columns and comfortable interiors

Contemporary boathouse for all the family. Find rock pools, a shingle beach and plenty of ozone in the salty Cornish air

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

Gloriously cool in summer, cosy in winter, a 365-day-a-year retreat. Just a 10-minute promenade along the beach into the fun heart of town

Converted barn with the most welcoming owners – the garden and pool are all yours; explore a less touristy part of the Dordogne

Generous simplicity and organic farm cooking in this rustic Tuscan farm with library, yoga, family apartments and natural lily-dotted pond

Between Penzance and Helston and close to sandy beaches is a sweet space for four. Good for young families and all garden lovers

What a surprise to find a masseria in the heart of a Puglian village. Welcome to Anna’s elegant agriturismo

This friendly, Scottish island B&B has the Atlantic at the end of the garden and air so clean the lichen grows like beards from the trees

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this comfortable cottage; a dining terrace with uplifting sea views and arching views of Kerry

Just below the Tuscan town of Massa Marittima, an agriturismo loved by sporty types and families, with wonderful food on site

Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome