In a mellowstone village with a jolly pub, a super raftered barn with generous touches. Friendly owners next door know the Cotswolds well...

Elegant house deep in the countryside with wild garden, dreamy pool, and bags of vintage charm. A promise of peace and perfect solitude

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

In the beautiful Somerset hamlet of St Catherine, a cosy wooden cabin surrounded by fields and woods. Wonderful walks from the front door...

Light-filled retreat full of character and vintage finds, with handmade touches and farm-fresh produce on your doorstep

Come for super ridgeway walks and explore charming towns and villages from this pretty 18th-century cottage in the Chalke Valley

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

A charming 17th-century cottage in a quaint village with views and the owners' pub, farm shop, Wellness Barn and brewery just a short walk

Groups will love this 18th-century winemaster’s house and tower. There’s a hillside infinity pool, valley views and a private boulodrome

Welcome to the delights of a 15th-century Breton manor house, a meandering river inhabited by otters, and hosts who adore what they do

Great for gatherings of family and friends: fine views, a good big kitchen, games room and pool; nearby caves and castles to explore

There’s a Tuscan feel to this lovely, family-friendly place – walk to the sound of cicadas, stargaze, visit vineyards, markets and castles

Nature lovers will be tempted to this gem of a village cottage in the Duddon Valley – a truly peaceful slice of the Lakes

This famous old country house might not come cheap, but where else can you splash out in such decadent style for life’s big celebrations?

Lots of space and much to do for families and friends: it’s a short walk to Lee Bay, the coastal path or the village pub

A beautifully restored listed barn of Westmorland stone sitting in a conservation area village in spectacular walking country, near Appleby