A honey-hued family home clad with vines and roses with a swimming pool and heaps of space – perfect for families

Treat yourselves to some downtime at this lush, semi-tropical hideaway with big pool, delicious breakfasts and charmingly rustic bedrooms

Gorgeous thatched country cottage bolthole for two - perfect for a romantic escape - bring the pooch and explore Somerset

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

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

A rare treat, 700 metres above sea level and girdled by forests, waterfalls, chestnuts and olives, this is the place to come for solace

This stylish little art-filled inn has comfortable rooms, is surrounded by good walking countryside and serves delicious food - rest here

A privately-owned cottage, full of interesting things, on tranquil farmland within the NT Stackpole Estate a 20-minute walk to the coast

A family-run, environmentally friendly bistro with rooms near Grasmere: climb to the nearest viewing spot. Dogs welcome too

Sitting next to the church in the most picturesque village in England, this ancient, handsome cottage is packed with historical interest

Straight out of a fairy tale, a rustic cottage by a babbling brook: a magical escape for couples, the craggy coast in easy reach

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

Family-run B&B in traditional trulli with hands-on hosts. Swim in the pool, explore the countryside, the coast is half an hour’s drive away

Up in the hills, an amazing family holiday with Lorna and Lee. Weekly paella nights, great pool, lovely walking. Beauty therapies, too...

Rural bliss at the end of the lane: a cottage for 2 with wine and local biscuits in the hamper and farmers’ markets within a 5-mile drive

Come for Goodwood and good fun - simple, relaxed old farmhouse style with quirky touches, a lovely garden and long views