A hop from the Côte d'Azur is this elegant home: bring friends, explore the garden, curl up on the sofa, dip in the heated pool

A converted chapel - cosy and creative - right on the beach. Wander the Cornish coast, explore small towns and retreat from the everyday

You’ll love Tintinhull Gardens, Montacute House, Ham Hill, the Prince of Wales pub... and this sweet, fresh, cosy, rustic cottage for two

Classic coaching inn in a bustling village offers restful rooms, real ales and the Cotswolds on your doorstep

Come for huge skies, birds and wildlife, rare flora and fauna, precious pingo ponds and a comforting retreat from the hectic whirl

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

High in the heavenly hills is this very smartly converted farm building, with underfloor heating, much glass, wood and exposed brickwork

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

Lavender shortbread and baked peaches for breakfast at this most artistic of homes. The courtyard with magnolia and orange trees is lovely

Restored stone barn on the edge of Radnor Forest, with walking trails, glorious countryside views and lots of wildlife

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

Remote barn in the middle of Northumberland National Park with views for miles, wonderful walking trails and clear starry skies

An award-winning log cabin with a grass roof, wood-burning hot tub and wonderful views of the Eildon Hills, just outside Melrose

Be inspired by owner Oriane’s interiors, explore the region’s famous markets, and soak up the charm of the Perche countryside

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this comfortable cottage; a dining terrace with uplifting sea views and arching views of Kerry

A pretty stone single-storey house, now renovated beautifully into a comfortable hideaway with wonderful views to woodland and river

A delightful retreat perfectly placed for walking, cycling and visiting some of the region’s most popular sights

A serene riverside retreat on the Lot, with manicured gardens and a shared pool, tennis court and children's playground for socialising