In the heart of a starlight reserve in a protected natural park, three authentic cottages with walks from the door for immersion in nature

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

Romantics will love this small converted hut-on-a-hillside surrounded by pines and olives with stunning views over the old town and the sea

High-up, simple apartments, pools with fabulous views; kids play-things and donkeys, the glittering coast, Rapallo and Portofino down below

Welcome to a beautiful space for six in Sicily’s chocolate capital - baroque jewel Modica. Laze in the garden, dip into the pool

Lose yourselves in this picturesque castle, magical with its luxurious rooms and timeless atmosphere. Count and Countess are brilliant hosts

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

A cosy nest on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, with sparkling lagoon views from a top-floor living area

A lovely little bolthole to return to after days out exploring pretty Cotswold villages and walking in an AONB straight from the door

Come to walk, cycle, fish and hunker down in style in front of the wood-burner - sleep in deep comfort in a lovingly converted barn

Two peaceful spaces in a beautiful garden with a morning concert from the birds and a terrace for magical outdoor meals

Four gîtes in the château’s vast barn, one in the tower. Magnificent mountain and valley views, and Sandrine’s regionally inspired meals

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

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

A heavenly setting for this very well-hidden cottage with its own small pool, amazing views and delightful pebble beach below

You’ll feel nicely independent in this spacious open-plan hideaway surrounded by colourful gardens and Corscombe valley views

Ideal for families: pool, tennis and golf at the hotel with beach and yachting nearby. Comfortable bedrooms and a terrace for outdoor dining

A traditional cottage in Polruan on the Fowey estuary with harbour and cove views and a tea shop and two pubs in the village