Peaceful Highland hideaway on a wooded lochside: spy dolphins and otters, stargaze, and soak up the deep silence

Apartments with a designer touch in a peaceful, evocative setting; private gardens, intimate terraces, infinity pool, stunning lake views and a gourmet restaurant

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

A stunning renovation for this fishing station Ice House on the shore of Gruinard Bay, with magical views, wildlife and Scot-Scandi interiors

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

History, elegance and art combine in this special spot near the Louvre. Wonderful staff too. Relax - take breakfast in bed

Charming 4-star gîte in an 11th-century castle in the foothills of the Pyrénées. Spectacular views, leafy terrace and wild swimming nearby

Down a track with a delightfully remote feel but near to the coast and with good walking and cycling; views out to sea are awesome

Light-filled house full of modern art and antique finds with stunning gardens and a pool. The best of Provence is on your doorstep

A shady terrace runs the full length of this old barn, overlooking magnificent trees and fields of sheep. Riberac is a 10-minute drive

An absolute peach of an apartment on the first floor of this iconic building with stunning views over the harbour and St Michael's Mount

This famous old country house might not come cheap, but where else can you splash out in such decadent style for life’s big celebrations?

Water sports fans and families will love this characterful beachfront house with panoramic ocean views on Brittany's Côtes-d'Armor

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

Sumptuous suites arranged around a sunny internal courtyard inside an ancient monastery - an intimate sanctuary for those who seek comfort

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

You’ll fall in love with this ancient mas in a corner of paradise… climbing roses scent the air, chic open spaces are flooded with light