Adorable cottages in pastoral peace with views to Wimborne Minster; cook and eat in modern kitchens. Blue flag beaches are close

A cool pub with smart rooms, English ales and Thai-inspired food. Farringdon tube is round the corner and you can walk to the Barbican

A period manor and pretty rooms in old stables: a quiet base for Pas-de-Calais and Picardie. Madame loves the house, animals, story-telling

Hideaway in the hills complete with private pool and outdoor kitchen. Spend days hiking or on a sun lounger - perfect for families

Inland Algarve, away from the crowds – this gorgeous house with pool and gardens is a haven for families and friends

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

Close to the expansive north Norfolk coast, this is a contemporary hotel with a laid-back vibe and excellent food

A taste of old Italy in this off-the-beaten-track rustic house on three levels, exquisitely restored and with elegant designer furnishings

A beautifully renovated lighthouse with stunning views from the lantern room. Pretty bedrooms, great walking and fabulous breakfasts

Come for stunning views down to the bay of La Herradura and this traditional, family-focused 1990s house on three floors

Charming, vivacious hosts make you feel welcome at this splendid 16th-century home. Cooking classes, wine pairing and excellent regional food

A red-brick cottage and Shepherd’s hut in a magical garden with a cookery school and views over the South Downs

A very pretty old coach house in a south London garden – perfect for a couple or a family. Friendly owners live across the courtyard

Chill under poolside palm trees or lose yourself in novels on super comfy armchairs. Funchal with its colourful markets is within easy reach

Traditional and modern mix beautifully and bedrooms are quietly elegant. Relax and drink in the views over orchards and the Sierra Nevada

In château parkland, 10 minutes from Chinon, find books, beams and open spaces for three renovated houses, a delight for families

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz