A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

Refined B&B in a pretty forest setting just north of the French Basque country, with a lovely garden, a swimming pool and delicious food

Escape to your own barn. Brimming with beams and natural colours - surrounded by peaceful lavender-filled gardens and corn fields

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

A very tastefully restored old stone stable on a gloriously rural estate with woodland gardens, lake and a deer park

Wrapped in fields and woods, this big traditional house has crisply furnished interiors and plenty of gadgets. Terraced gardens and pool too

An exquisite Provençal home for a large party, hidden behind grand gates in a small village surrounded by the pine-scented Alpilles

A super old place for those who love history and Thomas Hardy. Come for enjoyable gastropub food and comfortable, traditional bedrooms

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

A lovely, long barn-style conversion with much space, stunning views across the spectacular bay and a secret beach to stroll to

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Brilliant hosts and a traditional country pub feel with warming fires, delicious food and fabulous bedrooms at this standout village inn

A restored Dordogne farmhouse with a dash of Scandi flair - heated pool, bucolic views, and beautifully designed bedrooms

An old pub with a new lease of life: smart buzzy eatery downstairs and two bright, spacious apartments upstairs - just minutes from the Heath

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

A former tobacco barn and an annexe with outdoor kitchen and courtyard, near good places to eat for relaxed days at the beach

Breakfast on homemade ricotta, bask on a cool white lounger, swim in the cove below. We love this young, friendly, rustic B&B