High in Ávila's unspoilt nature is this stylish, eco-brilliant family hotel: mountains, massages, pool, organic dinners... a special escape

Come for a spot of high-end cossetting with big, beautiful bedrooms, good food and far-reaching views in the Northumberland National Park

Just minutes from Bath is this enchanting space. Grand walking, a very rural feel, lovely views and a warm welcome for 2-4 plus your dog

A delightful mix of old and new in a conservation village with a four-acre garden that attracts all the local birds. Guests love it here

Welcoming, dog-friendly pub with food to rave about, cracking countryside views and very comfortable bedrooms

Independent B&B in an ancient hamlet with modern interiors, immaculate bedrooms and a pleasant wooden terrace for sunny days

The largest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

Rambling casitas in a mountain hamlet, with a rustic bar, big shared pool and golf course, surrounded by birds, bougainvillea and views

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

A charming, warm and intimate hotel tucked away on a side street just minutes from the Ponte Vecchio, with a view-filled rooftop restaurant

If you want to come to Venice as an open-hearted traveller rather than a tourist then this is the place for you - just walk to everything

In four acres of garden and woodland (a child’s dream) a house and interlinking barn for 10 guests. Secluded but close to everything

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

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

Three tranquil apartments in the Ria Formosa nature reserve with a stunning natural pool, near to a village and sandy beaches

A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

In her smart top-floor flat, perfectly situated between Montmartre and the Opéra Garnier, Rosemary does brilliant B&B

A charming transformation of a once boarded-up pub in a pretty village setting, beside the river Wye in the heart of the Peak District