Starry skies, wild beauty and total peace are yours in these sustainable, solar-powered eco-lodges

Utter peace in a simple, beautiful space with a sculpture garden to wander, an art studio to visit and walking and cycling on Dartmoor

Set off on blissful walks, trek home to crumpets and tea. There’s no better place to escape the 21st century than rural Devon

Enter through an impressive stone arch to discover this 16th-century fortified manor house with a gorgeous communal dining and seating area

In a thrilling mountain landscape made for walkers... 4 eco cottages with some of the most spectacular views in Catalunya

A light, bright and peaceful 18th-century palazzo in a very quiet town, with a sea-view terrace, peaceful bedrooms and delicious breakfasts

A warm, inviting boutique hotel in Shrewsbury’s historic centre; potter about the medieval streets, relax in a sun-catching courtyard

A lovely big old farmhouse for gatherings of friends and family with your own indoor pool, sauna, gym and jacuzzi

An 18th-century townhouse restored with flair by former restauranteurs: come for colour, comfort and sublime dining

A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park

The views are sensational, the bedrooms full of charm and higgledy-piggledy beams. Sip Perigord Noir on the terrace and amble to the market

Come for a quintessentially English country cottage tucked down a village path with wisteria in the garden and a short walk to a foodie pub

A gem of a house in a lovely unspoilt village with an intelligent, interesting owner who gives you delicious food and local wines

A cottage for two on a wonderfully eco wine school and vineyard. Gaze at magnificent views from your terrace

Climb the candle-lit marble staircase to dream between lavender-scented sheets in splendid rooms, some with balcony or terrace

Bags of character within and without at this four-storey village house with rooftop views over the mountains, next to a 12th-century church

Charming 15th-century farmhouse near Montrésor and Loches with immense lawns, orchards and a fabulous pool