An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool

Once a lofty edifice for music recitals, now an original place to stay - with stained-glass windows, a bed on a stage and wild gardens

Splash under the Elephant Arch, take a boat to the caves, set off for Tunisia! Then it’s back to a super-private room by the sea

Traditional B&B in a beautiful château bursting with history and surrounded by formal gardens, then farmland and two fine rivers

Three gîtes in the Dordogne with panoramic countryside views and a swimming pool – book individually or together for a group holiday

Your own apartment in a listed manor house with lovely light rooms and stunning grounds with views over farmland to the coast and Lundy

History, tranquillity and genuine warmth in a beautifully restored medieval château, deep in the heart of the countryside

Your very own love nest: frolic in the outdoor rolltop, hunker by the wood-burner, bask in the gardens... near Lakes and Dales

A stylish mountain chalet under the watchful gaze of Mont Blanc, with a private chef, hot tub and sauna

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

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

Plenty of restful, comfortable space indoors and out in the Mediterranean garden with its courtyard pool – restaurants to walk to

A friendly family-run inn, ideal for foodies and dog-walkers who love their comforts. Peaceful, remote, but with Sherborne a short drive

A welcoming inn with rooms on the edge of a small village. Stay in a converted barn in the pretty garden, eat delicious country fare

A scrupulously renovated dog-friendly gate lodge with garden and outdoor dining area, a five-minute drive from Mount Congreve Gardens

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