A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

A bright and spacious cottage set against a backdrop of woodland for days spent happily reading by the wood-burner or lunch on the sun deck

Thoughtful red brick barn conversion on a working farm. Peaceful, practical and within easy reach of outdoor activities

A really well thought-out escape for a small family with children. A big garden, pool, petanque court and play barn for indoor fun

A country house, elegant and unstuffy, at the heart of a working Lazio olive farm. Lunch by the pool or unwind at the hot spring spa

A country retreat, this airy suite has a crackling fireplace and warm wooden floors to cheer and hearten after a day roaming the hills...

A charming house in a lush green setting, secluded and quiet and with stunning views of the Tramuntana mountains and Fornalutx village

Elegant rooms behind a popular village pub with country walks from the door, and the spectacular Peak District and stately homes nearby

This B&B is a superb base to explore the island's glittering bays, vibrant coastal cities, mountains, valleys and forests

Up a narrow lane this dreamy pub with rooms has views to the South Downs. Stay for supper, let the kids run free in the garden playground

Historic and impeccably presented apartment in charming Stockbridge, a stroll from shops, restaurants and Botanic Gardens

A delightful old farmhouse with a central courtyard, dining terrace and infinity pool for dreamy holidays with family or friends

A superb escape for groups of friends just a short walk from Salcombe for beaches, bars and boats

Smart country inn in Constable country with lovely rooms and food - grab a picnic, hire a boat and drift along the river Stour

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

A wall of glass frames the sea view - take drinks on the waterfront lawn in summer, or by the crackling fire in winter

Two family-friendly gites with gardens and a big pool, surrounded by corn fields and sunflowers, ideal for a larger family to take together

A stunning château with huge rooms, pretty balconies with views, peaceful garden. Super owners, excellent dinners - and child-friendly too