Step through a door in an old wooden gate to discover a courtyard garden on the edge of town close to golden sands

A row of old brick stables now craftily converted into a light-filled and very peaceful place to stay with a garden room and gorgeous views

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

You’ll love Tintinhull Gardens, Montacute House, Ham Hill, the Prince of Wales pub... and this sweet, fresh, cosy, rustic cottage for two

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

Come for much grace, space and inspiration in this huge-windowed, view-filled spot surrounded by gloriously untrammelled countryside

A delight to stay in this 1880s croft house on the quieter west coast - fabulous vegetarian and vegan food, thoughtful rooms, lovely owners

Immaculate bedrooms, a rustic bar... but there’s more to this place than cool design. The service is superb and the food is lovely

Come for dreamy river views, a lovely garden and this bolthole for two, beautifully renovated inside and out and with a private hot tub

Rural retreat, far from the madding crowd. Laze by the infinity pool and take in the views. Inside all is calm and stylish. Stay a while

The views are green, both cottages are homely and comfortable and the gardens have direct access to the riverbank footpath for walks

Unwind in elegant interiors and set out on long walks in beautiful countryside; Chichester and Winchester are near

A lake to fish, a terrace for evening sun and a choice of two spaces with a shared pool and games room, a short hop from pretty Auvillar

An 18th-century listed cottage in a pretty terrace with a private courtyard garden and pond, just a short walk from the high street

A treat of a country retreat in the North York Moors National Park with lovely high ceilings, a log-burner, much comfort and fabulous views

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town