A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Rabid fans of smashing city breaks will flock to this oasis with gorgeous garden and pool in a quiet residential street near a big park

Bring boots, maps, your dog and an appetite for high places and deep comfort in this restored farm conversion

Tiny, suite-in-the-sky, in shabby-chic style, with all you need cleverly tucked into one room. Plus heavenly terrace with city-wide views

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

A spacious farmhouse with a pool in the grounds of a stately château. Wander the walled garden, explore the countryside and pretty villages

Be warmly welcomed by your knowledgeable hosts at this eco-conscious lodge for four in the Dordogne. Immerse yourself in all things wine

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

Plunge into real Spain from this ancient village house with very modern interiors, stunning views, a cooling pool and a hop from restaurants

An old farmhouse in a hilltop town deep in wine country, with a charming owner intent on ensuring you make the most of your stay

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

Swim in the pool overlooking vineyards, try the wines and oil made onsite, get cosy by log fires or head to the nearby beach

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

Warm hospitable agriturismo for foodies, designers, wine enthusiasts and all who love the 'real' Sicily. A happy place for families, too

Friendly host, Georgian elegance, welcoming sitting room and bedrooms, tasty breakfasts: the perfect city break in Scotland’s capital

Historic wartime fields, now prime walking country, ring this pub with rooms - come for hearty food, cosy corners and a proper pint

Stow yourselves away in the west wing of this glorious house, once home to Ambrose Congreve and steeped in history, with lovely gardens