Everything you’d want of a lovely country inn – pretty rooms, tasty food, local ales in a beamed bar and fabulous walking

Perched in gorgeous gardens and with stunning views, this 18th-century presbytery has lovely rooms and an excellent gourmet restaurant

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

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

In a commanding position surrounded by private land, this old manor house is excellently equipped and ideal for a big family holiday

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

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

A heavenly inn on Fife’s south coast – the terrace overlooks the beach, lovely food waits within, chic rooms are a steal

Small country hotel in a riverside setting near Giverny, with a superb restaurant and a charming village a few minutes’ walk away

This eco-friendly farmhouse in the hills of Fiesole is 10km from Florence. Good company, superb views of Tuscany, and food for the soul!

There's a lovely relaxed feel to this rather grand house, garden, ponds and orangery. Ashley and Amanda are easy-going hosts

This fine old Dordogne house is run by well-travelled owners, has superb views and is a luscious mix of old charm and contemporary design

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

A lovely little bolthole for two on a gorgeous estate with restaurant, deli and superb gardens, sculpture walk and wildflower meadows

An important spot for this grand 19th-century château on the banks of the Loire, steeped in history and with kind, erudite owners

An oast house B&B surrounded by countryside and with a blooming garden; walk to the village pub, drive to nearby stately castles

Come for serene countryside, walks through bird-filled woods and this lovely old house with gracious hosts and very beautiful bedrooms

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city