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

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six

The farm is up its own track with wake-up Cheviot views over pine forests and fields of sheep. Luxurious bedrooms, large airy living space

An 1820s farmhouse at the end of a quiet road in the North York Moors National Park, overlooking a forest and surrounded by fields

Comfortable, big family home with sparkling sea views over the Adriatic: discover the coast, explore Ancona and Loreto, enjoy the garden

Your very own château in the Dordogne for big family get-togethers and special celebrations

A sweet, very private-feeling annexe in the glorious South Hams with your own west-facing garden

Come to stay in a lovely old house surrounded by an important garden created by three generations of brilliant women gardeners

Light, bright and smartly decorated, this grown-up B&B is a calm retreat from the hectic whirl near charming Colwell Bay, Isle of Wight

An elegant Burgundian townhouse with pool on the fringe of Morvan National Park in Côte d'Or. Dijon, with Beaune and Chablis an easy drive

A joy for foodies, peace seekers and lovers of period architecture… note the Honduran mahogany banister with inlaid jet and pearl

A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

A light, spacious villa in the colonial style designed for easy indoor/outdoor living, with garden, pool and the beach just a short stroll

An 18th-century limestone barn, now a quiet hideaway for a group of friends or family in a very rural spot surrounded by fields and woods

A beautifully restored townhouse in the heart of Amboise, steps from Leonardo da Vinci's last home and the great Château Royal

An ancient farmstead in the Lombard style with up-to-date B&B rooms plus a garden, lake and museum all surrounded by quiet countryside

A sparkling house for two overlooking azure waters, starry skies and Stromboli’s light show - that’ll do nicely grazie

A captivating place for couples and families with fabulous views, pool and foodie hosts. River water sports, markets and vineyards near