Come for sea air, independent shops, great places to eat and this quirky cottage with plenty of room and a sunny walled garden

Kate makes you feel at home the moment you enter her great big beloved house - full of books, guitars and a piano, antiques and huge spaces

A newly built house facing the sea and surrounded by acres of land – perfect for swimmers, sailors, nature lovers and peace seekers

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for

Homely furnishings and 17th-century charm at this estate on the Severn, whose owners are mad about horses and give you fine home produce

Traditional house in a rural part of the Algarve with a spectacular garden, a pool and a tennis court, and restaurants a short stroll

An unbelievably stunning setting for this renovated 15th-century villa with garden on a hillside overlooking the famed Florence skyline

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

You're beautifully looked after in this gorgeous Tuscan house. Come for Alpine walks, historic trails and wild nature all around

Independence at one end of the house with your own sitting room opening onto a courtyard garden. Good pub for food a few minutes' walk away

A dreamy house in a quiet village - once the wine merchant's domain with perfect proportions and a sunny courtyard - very much Flora's home

Loved by estate-workers, visitors, well-heeled locals, and walkers, this spruced-up pub is a friendly launchpad for Chatsworth

Explore country markets, churches and châteaux - return to a gite in private parkland with an artist's studio on site, and a blissful pool

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

A thoughtful cottage, full of warmth and cheer with lovely art and delicious pops of colour. Come for beautiful walks and much wildlife

Sitting at the end of the estate's private driveway, this sandstone building has grand Italianate columns and comfortable interiors

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

Enjoy views over the lake, eat good food in the restaurant, sleep in antique-filled bedrooms, have a proper rest