An 18th-century townhouse on a quiet Arles street with a traditional feel and kind hosts - you'll be the only guests at this Provençal home

A delightful eyrie surrounded by water, forest, wildflowers in spring and summer, views to distant islands - just a short stroll to Ullapool

Great gulps of ozone will engulf you at this architect-designed 1960s beach house - light, bright and sparkling, just like the ocean

Remote barn in the middle of Northumberland National Park with views for miles, wonderful walking trails and clear starry skies

Enjoy fields of lavender and vines as far as the eye can see from this neat cottage, sharing a pool and gorgeous gardens with other guests

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

Four bright and warm cottages with gardens, for families and friends, plus activities for children and endless walks for you and your dog

A smart village local with original timber frames, a lively bar, elegant rooms and delicious food from the fields around you

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

Come here in the summer (it’s closed Nov-April except by arrangement) for candlelit dining, chintzy bedrooms, long views over the park...

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

Cosied up by the fire in your farmhouse high on the moor you’ll feel miles from civilisation, while Chatsworth is just minutes away

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

Come for plenty of space and wonderful views to the Pyrenees on clear days from this converted outbuilding in the grounds of a château

Fine contemporary interiors within this half-timbered hillside villa, built with natural materials and with a beautiful pool and jacuzzi

Tucked down an alley off the main road through Midhurst, this well-designed, generous-spirited little house exudes character and quirk

For retreats, groups of friends, and big families: come to recharge the senses at this special and ancient house enveloped by wild gardens

Rolling lawns, Georgian glamour and countryside views – gather the gang for slow days, wild walks and starry Northumberland skies