Five beautiful suites in the south wing of this fairy tale castle, filled with architectural features, family history and much grandeur

A taste of old Italy in this off-the-beaten-track rustic house on three levels, exquisitely restored and with elegant designer furnishings

Cosy country cottage for four on an organic farm in the Welsh borders. Wake to the sounds of birds and sheep, walk off supper on rural romps

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

A quintessential Grade II listed thatched cottage with glorious gardens near a 13th-century church and surrounded by rolling hills

An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool

In the foothills of the Pyrenees, a rambling, romantic garden to lose yourself in, a large swimming pool, wildlife and vineyards all around

A timbered, fire-warmed village farmhouse, home-grown dinners, delightfully French hosts. Deliciously authentic, generous and calm

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

A friendly rural town pub with smart rooms, locally inspired menus and Cheshire and north Wales to explore – bring the dog too

A real treat to stay in this elegant 18th-century house with pampering bedrooms, gorgeous home-cooked food and stunning gardens with pool

A working farm with well renovated ancient buildings among 200 acres of pastures and forest. It's quiet here in the glorious Périgord

Historic 19th-century maison de maître, perfect for a gathering of friends, within walking distance of the old town’s charms

Breathe, relax in peaceful Provençal countryside: olives, lavender and budding fruit trees. Aix's lively markets are 10 minutes away

A perfectly renovated farmhouse in the grounds of a delightful château deep in the Normandy countryside, with a lovely walled garden

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

Historic pub with immaculate new bedrooms and a happy atmosphere. A waterside terrace for summer, blazing open fires for winter

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