Delightful little antique-filled cottage with large walled garden and an allotment near Versailles. Gardeners will be happy

Woodland retreat above Loch Tummel. Silence, sunsets and star-filled skies in a 70s bungalow that blends retro charm with modern comfort

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

An ancient building filled with beauty and sitting in the quietest SSSI valley, criss-crossed by medieval drove ways buzzing with wildlife

Near Southwold - rich colours, fresh flowers and exotica! Fields for the dogs, walled gardens for you, logs, umbrellas, digital showers...

Charming trulli apartments promise rustic comfort and panoramic views (horses too). Perfectly placed for exploring the area

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

Come for an authentic French village experience in this old stone house next to the church with glorious countryside for walks and cycles

An open-plan kitchen, sunny terrace and fruitful gardens shine at this private hillside villa. From here, it's easy to ski, swim or sunbathe

An exquisitely restored 500-year-old inn, where the accent is very much on food, reared and grown nearby and with very comfortable rooms

A detached 1960s house in a fabulous position with beautiful views over the mountains and plenty of space for walkers and skiers

A beautiful house with Pyrenean views, generous hosts and wonderful hiking, biking and skiing nearby. A rare pearl

Created around a Georgian house, with lake, woodland and fields, this hotel and members' club offers great food, fresh air and much comfort

Superb views, generous hosts and roof terrace sunsets in a peaceful village between coast and countryside – authentic and full of charm

Get away from it all in the heart of Northumberland National Park, with walks leaving from your door and incredible dark skies at night

A solid 1704 farmhouse with a peaceful, welcoming feel on the edge of a small hamlet with two acres of gardens set in glorious countryside

A smartly-refurbished coaching inn sitting near the river Frome run with an emphasis on fair trade, sustainability and excellent local food

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food