This old stone building, a former olive warehouse, is beautifully restored and sits on its own – a simple bolthole for rest and recuperation

Your very own château in the Dordogne for big family get-togethers and special celebrations

A sweet, very private-feeling annexe in the glorious South Hams with your own west-facing garden

Peaceful Basque farmhouse turned smart country B&B, only 20 minutes from restaurants and museums in Bilbao and unspoiled sandy beaches

Former blacksmith’s workshop in a chocolate-box corner of the New Forest, where clematis climbs the trellis and all you hear are the birds

Beautiful Noto is 4 miles from the Ionian Sea, and this creative renovation, with lush garden, stands above the throng. Heaven in Sicily

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

A glorious château near Tours – authentic, huge fun, steeped in family history and surrounded by gorgeous gardens with a serene pool

A contemporary country-house hotel with a lovely spa and peaceful gardens - Sandringham and the north Norfolk coast are close

Great for gatherings of family and friends: fine views, a good big kitchen, games room and pool; nearby caves and castles to explore

Peace, space and sophisticated living at a serene villa-apartment in the hills above Cannes

Rustic, relaxing, comfortable and fun with pool and play area, river beaches, great hosts, peaceful countryside, an hour from Porto

Generous apartments in a 300-year-old farmhouse with beautiful grounds and a swimming pool

Welcome to authentic Andalucía… a friendly foodie B&B in a farming community surrounded by olive groves, midway between Córdoba & Granada

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

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

Historic, eco-friendly elegance, views over Etna and Naxos Bay, jasmine-scented gardens... and a charming family feel. Stroll into Taormina