Come to restore your soul, be immersed in nature, wander paths in the lovely grounds and make memories with family or friends

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

Such a special place, right on the historic Georgian quay – a cosy, friendly place with dogs, children and families welcome in all parts

A red-brick cottage and Shepherd’s hut in a magical garden with a cookery school and views over the South Downs

Former blacksmith’s workshop in a chocolate-box corner of the New Forest, where clematis climbs the trellis and all you hear are the birds

Steeped in history and romance, with a great big sleigh bed and open fires, is this 14th-century defence tower above the river Tweed

Visit Florence, Arezzo, Siena… or revel in the beauty and peace of Casa Zia, surrounded by wilderness and lovely birdsong

Cosy bolthole for two in a tiny hamlet next to a river and pub; walk the hills or spend the day at the unspoiled coast

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 traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens

There's a pared-back unforced elegance to this stone barn sitting quietly in its own grounds beside a cobbled courtyard awash with roses

The holiday starts on the bumpy track along to this Arts & Crafts style modern house with plenty of space and a wrap-around garden

Sit back and relax at this luxuriously elegant grand manor in the heart of the Dordogne with a concierge service to take care of everything

Free-spirited travellers rejoice! A super house on a volcanic Sicilian island – hike, sail, dive & immerse yourself in local life

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms

Wildflower beds, 1,350 acres to roam, and all of Norfolk to discover. Then it’s back to 4 chic boltholes with pool, steam room and jacuzzi