Mont Blanc looms large over this alpine chalet in quiet Les Tines, a stone’s throw from Chamonix and miles of mountain trails

A light, bright, Georgian coaching inn with super-efficient staff, lovely terrace, sumptuous rooms and excellent, seasonal food

Four family-friendly self-catering casitas and an original cortijo in wildlife-rich acres near the sandy Costa de la Luz

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

Friendly host, Georgian elegance, welcoming sitting room and bedrooms, tasty breakfasts: the perfect city break in Scotland’s capital

Good bolthole with two terraces offering spectacular views over the historic town, and restaurants and bars a short stroll

A grand spot with superb Peak District views for this secluded, immaculate conversion of a handsome stable block - spacious and light

A stylish mountain chalet under the watchful gaze of Mont Blanc, with a private chef, hot tub and sauna

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

Come for a village feel, rural peace and boundless Portuguese countryside at this charming whitewashed home with a super terrace with views

Unadulterated elegance awaits at this gorgeous, ancient Tuscan house with large marble swimming pool, stunning gardens and dreamy views

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

Canoeing on the Tamar, valley walks galore, with the woodland garden a sea of daffodils in the spring. A magical self-catering hideaway

In a quaint village with a bakery, brasserie and shops, a handsome gîte with a wonderful pool and fashion museum

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

A warm family and starlit suppers in a grand estate by Soller, near wildflower walks and beaches. Citrus mingles with exotic fragrances

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