Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

A substantial old house, originally built in 1836 and recently renovated, for grand special occasions with stunning views and a hot tub

Secluded country house hotel with gracious rooms and dining; stroll the grounds, visit the coast, Beverley is only a five-minute drive away

Friendly inn close to Glastonbury. Locals come for breakfast, there's a lively bar and excellent bedrooms, some with a bath in the room

In an leafy quarter of central Milan, 2 inviting apartments run by generous Jane. Perfect for families and romancers

In the shadow of a Norman château on the Cherbourg Peninsula, a cosy house for three with private parking and restaurants outside the door

A serene restaurant-hotel on Chesil beach, with a perfect view of the big blue sea. How restorative can a hotel be?

Smart, spacious house for 12 with great views over the family vineyard - arrange a tasting, walk the Cotswold Way, cycle the canal towpath

A chilled, family-friendly hotel on a sandy surfing beach with huge views and a sensational pool with sustainability at its heart

An 18th-century whitewashed cottage, characterful and comfortable and with a large private garden, just minutes from the coast by car

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

Welcoming B&B or a whole house to yourselves; an ancient building with modern interiors, a lap pool and peaceful countryside views

Two family-friendly gites (big groups can take both) with beautiful gardens, sparkling pool, activities for children and peace for parents

Four pretty cottages with private terraces, a shared garden and muted interiors inspired by Norfolk’s landscapes. A short drive to the coast

A traditional, grand 1850 townhouse sitting in a large, landscaped garden with mature trees, a short walk to the village centre and square

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

Character and quirk in old and new design and furnishing – private terraces, a shared pool, great walking, cycling and wine-tasting