A magnificent medieval tower in the grounds of an 18th-century château sitting in a dreamy valley. Come for superb gardens and architecture

A most enchanting and welcoming Provençal mas sitting in acres of private parkland with woods, meadows and a small lake for magical stays

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

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 18th-century house with pool in a small town with friendly owners and a tropical garden of banana, fig and, of course, frangipani

Welcome to an immaculate and historic retreat with private gardens, ten minutes from the Finistère coast (and oysters!)

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

A grand-looking stone building with fabulous views across the Derwent Valley from the terrace and garden – find quirky rooms and great food

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city

Light-and-colour filled cottage with gardens and sea views on the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, a short stroll from Chesil Beach

Luxurious living combines with bleating sheep and bells from the church next door - 4 fabulous retreats on the Cotentin Peninsula

A deliciously rural stone house with charmingly simple rustic-chic interiors and saline pool - an hour from Perugia

Float in the infinity pool above the canyon, dine under the stars, revel in the silence, head to the Cavagrande di Cassibile Nature Reserve

This famous old country house might not come cheap, but where else can you splash out in such decadent style for life’s big celebrations?

A sweet retreat for a nature-loving couple, with soul-searching views and the smell of the sea. Logs and Breton cider are on the house...

A beautiful 18th-century manor house on a productive wine estate with an enticing garden, spa and pool by a nature reserve. Views soar

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

History, elegance and art combine in this special spot near the Louvre. Wonderful staff too. Relax - take breakfast in bed