Come to the dramatic Côtes-d'Armor and three charming gîtes perched on the cliffs, just a short stroll down to the beach

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

It's quiet among the lavender plants... bees humming, sun shining. Splash in the shared pool, visit lovely villages, taste local wines

Adorable cottage with a Highland lodge feel – walk straight into the hills, swim in the Spey, relax in the whisky room and sitooterie

A wonderfully simple and modern studio with stunning sea views in an almost Jurassic landscape, dotted with the owner's sculptures

Laze under the loggia, drink in superb, sweeping Umbrian views and wine from the vines beyond the pool; sleep peacefully in grand style

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

An adorable whitewashed crofter's cottage on the Wern Estate with pretty gardens, a bird-filled woodland and glorious walks from the door

A picture-perfect village and a beautifully refurbished 17th-century inn with a cracking bar, stylish bedrooms and delicious pub food

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

Beautiful B&B in idyllic setting, with natural salt water pool and plenty of relaxed communal spaces

Recharge and reconnect with your creative side in one of Ania's workshops; secret coves, wild swimming and coastal walks are all close

An old chapel, smartly and sustainably converted, with a hot tub to soothe tired limbs after country walks through fells and dales

Come for an oasis of peace - no crowds in the National Park, just olive groves, mountain views and tranquil nature

An hour from Edinburgh, this large estate wrapped in ancient woodland & steeped in history is a super outdoorsy retreat – dogs welcome too

An immaculately restored 1500s palazzo, filled with history, art, antiques and books in the buzzing heart of a charming town