Pomegranates, persimmon and figs, the waft of rosemary on the air... we love this old 'mas' 25km from Gordes, in sweet sunny Provence

Surrounded by its vineyards, a Tuscan villa for a memorable, stylish treat of a stay - a sophisticated décor and opulence at every turn

An alpine hotel connected to nature with spa, sauna and swimming pool fed from a natural spring; mountains & lakes to explore, yoga classes, & more

A mix of bold colours, modern art and vintage finds give this classic French mansion bags of personality

A peaceful grown-up place circled by meadows and woodland with helpful owners next door – a superb spot to explore the south-west

A smartly refurbished 500-year-old coaching inn with very comfortable bedrooms, good food and the Peak District at your feet

Light-filled house full of modern art and antique finds with stunning gardens and a pool. The best of Provence is on your doorstep

You'll find comfortable rooms, great food and a lovely bar at this friendly inn – Heartbeat country, Castle Howard and Whitby all wait

A charming comfy cottage with wood burner, delicious hilly views, walks radiating from the door. We didn’t want to leave!

A very special renovation of a 12th-century convent, now an elegant, tranquil place to stay with beautiful, bird-filled gardens

Luxuriate in style at this central Lecce palazzo with gorgeous rooms, delicious breakfasts (lunch & dinner by arrangement). Walk everywhere

A peaceful, beautiful place to wake up in and to return to after glorious walks, with no near neighbours apart from curious sheep

Find gilded mirrors, rich brocades, Fragonard toiletries and an unexpected roof terrace at this 6-bedroom guest house near St Mark’s Square

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

Glorious Elizabethan manor house lovingly furnished with exceptional art and antiques by its welcoming owners

A charming gite tucked into acres of ancient parkland, with an outdoor kitchen and deer wandering by at dusk

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool