The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store

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

An 18th-century cottage for four on a working sheep farm: walk the Pentland Hills, get the bus to Edinburgh for culture

This is Somerset at its most quintessential: a thatched roofed, honey-coloured Hamstone cottage with a pretty courtyard garden; sleeps four

A friendly, generous, big old house with not an ounce of pretension. Big families will adore gathering here to have fun and unwind

On top of sand dunes, this bright and airy cottage has glorious views, walks are lovely and you can bring your dog

A 17th-century Westmorland barn, fully renovated with a roomy living space and west-facing garden with views of High Street and Blencathra

A special place indeed, particularly for honeymooners and lovers. It's steeped in history & romance with delightful gardens to roam at will

A Suffolk pink hideaway where you can stay all day. Relaxed owners, tea and homemade cake on arrival, a log fire to read by... delicious!

A lovely old house and rambling garden in a medieval village with a monumental château, 12th-century church and a good local restaurant

On the outskirts of Marazion, this timber clad house perched above the sea is a super pad for romantic couples

Magnificent views unfold over the glittering sea towards the Cap d'Antibes from this elegant 1750 manor filled with much art and history

The views are green, both cottages are homely and comfortable and the gardens have direct access to the riverbank footpath for walks

Stylish bedrooms, scrumptious fish menu. Fill your boots (and pack your wellies) at this village gem in Derbyshire's lovely crown

Historic village inn with wonderful cooking and a Provençal-style courtyard garden; drive to the Jurassic Coast in half-an-hour

An open-plan kitchen, sunny terrace and fruitful gardens shine at this private hillside villa. From here, it's easy to ski, swim or sunbathe

Marvellously quirky bolthole right on Lyme Regis seafront with stunning views; perfect for beach combers and boutique browsers

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool