An elegant house with ancient roots and a shimmering pool – explore the Charente countryside, drive to lovely Angoulême

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

Scandi-Scottish cabin with views across the Kyle of Lochalsh, within walking distance of a cracking pub - a Sawday's Community Champion

Up in the Cévennes, this big, beautiful family house has superb views, a fine kitchen, lots of space and masses to do and see

A cracking English inn with open fires, great food, gorgeous rooms, happy staff, lovely gardens and well-kept English ales

An ancient coaching inn opposite the church in the prettiest village – just the ticket for weary travellers who deserve nurturing

Within the city walls and right next to the Minster, this super-smart hotel gives you gorgeous bedrooms and delicious food

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast

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

A niftily converted barn with high vaulted ceiling sitting on a hill with wonderful views over a newly-created lake and the Stour Valley

Find a stunning entrance hall and quirky interiors at this colourful and comfortable 1890 olive mill sitting pretty in the National Park

Feel very private in this light and bright B&B room with your own patio and pleasing views over garden and countryside

Deeply peaceful countryside retreat with exceptional food and wine laid on by Sam and Heather, your friendly hosts

A striking, newly thatched and revamped pub with spoiling bedrooms, an inviting bar and menus overseen by Raymond Blanc - you'll eat well

Stylish barn in the Slaughters – footpaths from the door, idyllic Cotswolds villages to explore. Head home for garden drinks and barbecues

In a Valencian resort, a captivating and hospitable place - deal for groups of family or friends too, with independence plus B&B service

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

A three storey house and garden with sea glimpses in the 'vieux village' named for the Mimosa trees which flower in profusion in winter