Music evenings, pop-up theatre nights and great food at the Sash brasserie. You’re just a stroll from shops and bars

Come for authentic restoration, chic Savoyard décor, breathtaking views of the Portes du Soleil, and a chairlift a 7-minute drive

A lovely little bolthole for two on a gorgeous estate with restaurant, deli and superb gardens, sculpture walk and wildflower meadows

In an leafy quarter of central Milan, 2 inviting apartments run by generous Jane. Perfect for families and romancers

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

A picture-perfect village and a beautifully refurbished 17th-century inn with a cracking bar, stylish bedrooms and delicious pub food

Come for peace, space and much comfort in this nifty house with gorgeous views over acres of vines from the terrace and pool

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

Eschew the crowds for your own slice of bliss in this ancient hamlet with village green - self-catering with a hotel feel and dreamy pool

Historic buildings by a turreted manor house, beautifully renovated to welcome large parties with grounds to roam and dreamy river views