Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome

A rural farmhouse B&B with view-filled bedrooms, hearty breakfasts and walks from the door. The Dowies are generous hosts

A 15th-century hotel and spa with beamed lounges and two restaurants, standing proudly on the high street

Play boules in the garden, swim in the natural pool and enjoy Monica’s wonderful cooking served with local wines at this village farmhouse

Heart-warming B&B with hosts who are endlessly thoughtful. The food is exotic, organic, delicious and families are made very welcome

Spacious rooms and a cosy apartment a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the heated pool after a busy day sightseeing

Slow down, discover the quieter side of the island - volcanic rocks, clear seas from hidden beaches and César Manrique's Jardín de Cactus

Cuisine reigns supreme at this historic B&B. Play world-class golf, trek the Giant’s Causeway, plunder National Trust treasures

Stay in the grounds of a 19th-century château turned family home, where 500-year-old oak trees shade a glorious garden

An old bakehouse, part of a farm gifted to The National Trust for Jersey with a beautiful walled garden filled with wildflowers in spring

A splendid landing pad in gorgeous countryside with truly great food at the pub, lovely cottages and rooms over the village shop

On the banks of the river Avon, a handy Park & Ride from Georgian Bath, this charming pub is hugely popular, and rightly so!

A lovely 1910 village house, deep in sleepy countryside, with delightful owners, delicious home cooking and a pretty garden for lazy days

A sleek space designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. You have your own private barbecue area and a shared large garden

If you want to come to Venice as an open-hearted traveller rather than a tourist then this is the place for you - just walk to everything

An elegant hotel that feels like a well-kept secret, with charming staff, understated rooms and great restaurants a short walk away

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

An old chapel, smartly and sustainably converted, with a hot tub to soothe tired limbs after country walks through fells and dales