A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

By a bubbling brook in the Mendips, close to Bath and Bristol, a wonderfully revived and welcoming inn with smart rooms and scrumptious food

You have the whole North Wing of this beautiful old farmhouse with a private east-facing courtyard for early morning tea as the sun rises

A lovely gîte with cool lines and its own shady terrace plus pool, gardens, fountain and a relaxed family-friendly feel

A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

A traditional cottage in Polruan on the Fowey estuary with harbour and cove views and a tea shop and two pubs in the village

Unwind here in the rolling hills with the river bustling along, your own secluded garden and an unpretentious cottage full of character

In a small village on the borders, a Jacobean farmhouse luxuriously restored with lovely touches; the Brecon Beacons are close by

A lovely modern Provençal house, light and welcoming, in a valley of vineyards and forest, tucked peacefully away from the coast

Top-notch apartments in the heart of old Jérez for couples and families on the bodega trail. A daily market in town and fab beaches near by

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

A honey-hued family home clad with vines and roses with a swimming pool and heaps of space – perfect for families

Enjoy fields of lavender and vines as far as the eye can see from this neat cottage, sharing a pool and gorgeous gardens with other guests

Three family friendly cottages on this gorgeous eco farm with private gardens and organised outdoor activities if you like joining in

Come to be cossetted in this 300-year-old Burgundy farmhouse with rose garden, sheltered pool and convivial Dutch owners

Within the city walls and right next to the Minster, this super-smart hotel gives you gorgeous bedrooms and delicious food

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes

You're only a whisper away from history in this family-run château, where rose gardens, sumptuous bedrooms and generous breakfasts wait