Enfolded in gentle Dorset hills and surrounded by trees, a perfect wooden hut for 2 near beaches, River Cottage HQ and many beautiful walks

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

A lovely bolthole in remote North Yorkshire – follow stunning hill walks with a soak in the roll top bath, and a glass of bubbly

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

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

Sun-dappled walks along the romantic avenues, big bedrooms, breakfasts inside or out, a laid-back atmosphere and great markets nearby

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

A hop from the Côte d'Azur is this elegant home: bring friends, explore the garden, curl up on the sofa, dip in the heated pool

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

Take your pick from guided horse-trekking to grand banqueting at this traditional château; drive to explore WWI history and the lovely coast

Victorian almshouse with architectural pedigree, sweeping countryside views and easy access to charming local towns

An ancient manor from the middle ages, built against a stone cliff with extensive terraced grounds, pool and parkland filled with wildlife

A cosy cottage on a farm down a long winding track, wonderfully rural with footpaths across fields or along the canal

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

A cracking spot for this thatched and beamed 17th-century village inn with lovely gardens, just a half-mile stroll from Lulworth Cove

A cracking place full of fun and interest where you feel instantly at home. Large peaceful rooms, delicious breakfasts, countryside views

Spacious bedrooms, friendly hosts and a classic English country house in a peaceful hamlet with walks from the doorstep