Off the beaten track and into the hills – this remote, unknown bird-filled region is faultless for outdoorsy people

A contemporary country-house hotel with a lovely spa and peaceful gardens - Sandringham and the north Norfolk coast are close

Cosy bolthole for two in a charming market town on the edge of Dartmoor – stroll to restaurants and shops or explore the moors

A lovely farmhouse in Lot with acres of garden and a summer kitchen. Come ‘en famille’ for food, wine and lazy days by the pool.

On the site of an old sawmill in the mountains of the Jura, a guesthouse of warmth and charm - with table d'hôtes, a pool and a spa

A striking cabin, drenched in light, with views over open countryside to the Sugar Loaf in the distance

Shed your urban cares here with a gorgeous living space, woods and meadows to wander and stunning views of The Black Mountains

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

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

Sit back and relax at this luxuriously elegant grand manor in the heart of the Dordogne with a concierge service to take care of everything

A delightful holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

A birdwatchers’ paradise in heavenly valley setting with friendly hosts and delicious seasonal cooking. Explore national park from the door

A spacious, luxurious family retreat, remote but close to Audierne. Watch surfers shoot the waves as seagulls wheel above

A romantic creekside cottage down a web of narrow lanes in a tumbling green valley – mess about on the water to your heart’s content

A fabulous country boozer, revamped in style with a buzzy atmosphere, great food and welcoming bedrooms - good walking countryside too

Up at the top of Scotland’s west coast, a small, stylish and welcoming hotel with lovely owners and some nicely priced rooms

Sea views, fulsome breakfasts and plenty of fresh air on a traditional farm. A rustic treat: Southern Italian rural life at its best.

A true country classic set beside the road in a quiet spot with stunning views to the South Downs, great food and very comfortable bedrooms