Come on down to the farm and this wonderful eco conversion of an ancient piggery with heavily beamed ceilings and much warmth and comfort

Lovely owners have created this quirky space on their farm; side-by-side al fresco baths make it romantic for two

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

Special back-to-nature, stargazing loft for couples and families, on a nature-filled estate in Piedmont

A rustic-chic bolthole with bird's eye views to gaze at from your bedroom and the beautiful garden, tucked in a quaint hamlet in Maremma

Taste the wine, plunge into the granite pool, play billiards in the library, linger outdoors as swallows swoop – eat delicious local dishes

A wall of glass frames the sea view - take drinks on the waterfront lawn in summer, or by the crackling fire in winter

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

You’ll find Norfolk ales, French wines and a hint of eccentricity at this old-school inn, where local food and comfy beds keep you smiling

Rooms are good value, breakfast is taken overlooking the garden and there's superb veggie food next door - a Sawday's Community Champion

Utter peace in a simple, beautiful space with a sculpture garden to wander, an art studio to visit and walking and cycling on Dartmoor

Restored stone barn on a farm in the Lake District National Park, with views of fields and woods and an excellent pub nearby

Delightful almshouse, steeped in history, in a peaceful churchyard setting with far-reaching countryside views

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

Shady spots in the garden, a pool overlooked by tall palms, a bar nook stocked with drinks and a new spa in the Serra do Açor

A beautiful rural escape for couples or families with the delights of the Cotswolds all around. Dogs very welcome too

Your friendly hosts offer you stylish bedrooms, swims in the heated pool, and wonderful dinners and wines. Cahors is only a 10-minute drive

A country idyll in the hills. Only 15 mins from Faro, but all is peaceful: dip in the pool, sip a cocktail in the shade, book in for dinner