A lovely villa in the Sóller valley close to stunning beaches, secret coves and a dramatic mountain range. Mallorca never fails to seduce

A lovely listed cottage, just stumbling distance from a good pub in a quiet village surrounded by spectacular walking and cycling country

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

Utter peace in a simple, beautiful space with a sculpture garden to wander, an art studio to visit and walking and cycling on Dartmoor

Historic 19th-century maison de maître, perfect for a gathering of friends, within walking distance of the old town’s charms

Artists, poets, nature lovers, walkers and dreamers will be happy in this simple, airy suite surrounded by a fecund garden and much peace

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms

There's a pared-back unforced elegance to this stone barn sitting quietly in its own grounds beside a cobbled courtyard awash with roses

Popular with families, this Glen of Rannoch mountain-view cottage with a homely atmosphere is a cheerful place to stay year-round

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

You get the best of all worlds here. Delicious beds, Provençal soaps, vineyard views, fresh croissants a stroll away…

A hop from the coast and charming Alnwick, a gorgeous and supremely comfortable country escape for friends and families. Dogs welcome too

A beautiful house with Pyrenean views, generous hosts and wonderful hiking, biking and skiing nearby. A rare pearl

In the heel of Italy’s boot, a spacious converted village mill, surrounded by citrus groves. Culture abounds & you’re close to the coast

A simple, artistic place to stay in beautiful countryside with an extra bedroom, sitting room and shower room in a separate building

Come for a bright, roomy, uber-green and accessible larch-clad space with garden and pond in pretty countryside

Inside, a grand cathedral ceiling, outside, wisteria-covered terrace and pretty pool. Atlantic sands, Cognac and La Rochelle are in reach

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely