A tranquil agriturismo within easy reach of Padua. Superb views of the Euganean Hills, chic bedrooms and fine wine to sample

Step into the valley region from this beautifully restored 17th-century house surrounded by saltwater and freshwater canals and lakes

Citrus scents the air, loungers flank a spakling pool. Light, cool, simple rooms, vibrant hosts, garden and olive groves - divine food

Absolutely no neighbours and stunning views from this delicious little cottage, which peeks over the trees in a magical SSSI valley

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

Strolling distance from the village of Seggiano, peace and beauty fill every corner of this ancient, view-filled retreat

Cakes from the host & eggs from the hens. Bring a party, bring the dogs, and soak up the history from a very fine house in the Cotswolds

Come for the rural charm of this cottage. Green as far as the eye can see, near a village surrounded by rivers. Wellies essential

A friendly, generous, big old house with not an ounce of pretension. Big families will adore gathering here to have fun and unwind

A magical medieval castello, gloriously gothic with tower, moat and ghost, fit for a Shakespearian play.

This stately-looking former manor house set back from the road in acres of gardens serves very good food and has rustic-chic bedrooms

A heated pool, charming B&B rooms and acres of beautiful grounds beside the Adour River - Bayonne and Biarritz are close

An enchanting hideaway with sensational views in a flowery English semi-wild country garden, near Sissinghurst and Great Dixter

Simple but stylishly furnished village house, terrific hill-top views, low-impact design, organic cooking and a hot tub; utterly peaceful

Come for strawberries in summer, walnuts in winter, and a wonderful welcome all year round. Thierry and Charlotte are living their dream

A fairytale château with ancient roots, now beautifully renovated with lovely bedrooms, terrace, garden and ponds for gracious living

Hidden in a beautiful, timeless valley with gorgeous gardens, mellow stone bridge, views and rushing river, is a very special place to stay