The road hugs the rocky coast with glorious views to the Mull of Kintyre and three fishing village cottages where modern comforts abound

Victorian country house for 8-15 with gardens overlooking the Howgill Fells for happy reunions with family and friends

Winter fires, a summer pool, and gorgeous food all year round... Live slow in the hills of

An inviting B&B on a terraced Fulham street: greats hosts, a big, tranquil suite and continental breakfast in the courtyard on sunny days

Atmospheric English pub with rooms by the green with its duck ponds in a pretty village, with walking and cycling routes to join

Ascot is a trot down the road and there's a really cosy, cottagey feel to this quaint 18th-century inn with great food and comfy bedrooms

Fabulous bakes and hot waffles at breakfast, green fields all around and Normandy steeped in history. Great for foodies and historians

20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence

A tempting trio of retreats with unlimited access to exceptional gardens, and a welcome homemade cream tea. Come as a pair, or a small group

Five beautiful and fully accessible cottages on an organic farm for restful retreats with family or friends – a Sawday's Community Champion

Set loose your inner castaway on your very own island with enthralling views and much wildlife a short boat ride from Skye

A fabulous old house filled with history, treasure and stories – now a colourful, larger-than-life hotel in the arty district of Belfast

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

Dominating the village is this historic hotel... all frescoes, chandeliers, splendour at every turn. And a handsome pool, too

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

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

Amazing beaches, a pub you can hike to, a train to get you to Snowdonia... and your own remote cottage with stunning views

A place of peace in the hills and a view-filled base for exploring by bike or for experiencing Reiki, meditation, yoga and more