A splendid supper à la carte (three courses) is included here, together with airy rooms and sweeping gardens. The Solway Firth is close

Proper village pub with much-praised food and cosy rooms; country walks lead from the door and Oxford is half an hour away

Two rural retreats up a shared drive for gatherings of friends and family who enjoy the great outdoors and good food from the Meikleour Inn

Come for pristine beaches, long walks to Barbate, sea views, whale watching trips and serene suites

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

On its own wooded estate, a special manor house of character. Art on the walls, gardens to romp in, super views and wonderful countryside

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

A pretty stone single-storey house, now renovated beautifully into a comfortable hideaway with wonderful views to woodland and river

Elegant historic house set in acres of grounds transports you to a bygone belle époque (with all mod cons)

A lovely house set in 20 hectares with a park, two ponds, paths winding through and a pretty river. Delicious locally-sourced meals too

A light, bright and peaceful 18th-century palazzo in a very quiet town, with a sea-view terrace, peaceful bedrooms and delicious breakfasts

A small yet elegant place for couples or small groups to enjoy the open countryside, rest, join a cooking course or book a massage

A pretty retreat in the grounds of a romantic château – you have your own walled garden, with terrace, pool and sunbathing area

Views stretch to the Brecon Beacons from this home on a green and sustainable estate. Once home to King Charles, now it's yours to savour

Perched on a hillside between mountains and sea is this charming house in a modern Spanish style, engulfed by a beautiful garden with views

Families and walkers will be happy at this unfussy seaside retreat with beaches down the road and coastal paths right by your door