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

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

Welcome to authentic Andalucía… a friendly foodie B&B in a farming community surrounded by olive groves, midway between Córdoba & Granada

A stately retreat, an oasis of calm and beauty. Picnic on the lawns, enjoy a glass of home-produced prosecco beneath a centuries-old tree

Comfortable, traditional, accessible and in the grounds of an old rectory with meadows and the river Frome nearby for summer dips

Restored stone barn on a farm in the Lake District National Park, with views of fields and woods and an excellent pub nearby

Fall in love with this riverside village, lost in a valley in lower Normandy, and this sunny house for couples or families

Return to warming fires after hiking in Ireland's highest mountains. Two traditional cottages on the outskirts of pretty Killorglin

A unique opportunity to switch off and unwind in a simple, historic cottage with a terraced, bucolic garden surrounded by wooded hills

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

A flamboyant place! You're in the heart of this charming market town, just a hop from the river and a stroll from pretty squares and bistros

Rustic, relaxing, comfortable and fun with pool and play area, river beaches, great hosts, peaceful countryside, an hour from Porto

A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Beautiful views over Bantry Bay from this thoughtfully restored house with stylish rooms, gardens and woodland – a wonderful escape

A mix of bold colours, modern art and vintage finds give this classic French mansion bags of personality

A village setting for this family-friendly cottage-in-a-row with private garden next to the owners' pretty 17th-century thatched house

In a profoundly peaceful spot between arty St Ives and stunning Marazion, a hideaway for two surrounded by gardens and parkland