A special little house, renovated with huge style, filled with beautiful objects and with a delightfully quiet and secluded private garden

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

An important spot for this grand 19th-century château on the banks of the Loire, steeped in history and with kind, erudite owners

A charming 17th-century cottage in a quaint village with views and the owners' pub, farm shop, Wellness Barn and brewery just a short walk

A magical medieval castello, gloriously gothic with tower, moat and ghost, fit for a Shakespearian play.

Unwind here in the rolling hills with the river bustling along, your own secluded garden and an unpretentious cottage full of character

Down a track with a delightfully remote feel but near to the coast and with good walking and cycling; views out to sea are awesome

Rambling casitas in a mountain hamlet, with a rustic bar, big shared pool and golf course, surrounded by birds, bougainvillea and views

The perfect country cottage made of pretty Quercy stone, with generously sized rooms and outside dining with gorgeous rural views

There’s a Tuscan feel to this lovely, family-friendly place – walk to the sound of cicadas, stargaze, visit vineyards, markets and castles

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 charming, warm and intimate hotel tucked away on a side street just minutes from the Ponte Vecchio, with a view-filled rooftop restaurant

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

Perched on a hillside between mountains and sea is this charming house in a modern Spanish style, engulfed by a beautiful garden with views

A peaceful retreat in an unspoilt woody corner of Sussex. Bring dogs and children for fabulous walking on the South Downs Way

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

A 200-year-old quintessential Umbrian farmhouse with pool, immersed in nature and with no immediate neighbours for lazy, peaceful days