Close to the honeypots of Domme and Sarlat, a hideaway for 2 in an ancient French hamlet. The apartment is serene, the views are glorious

Come for the utter silence and the rare beauty of this far north-westerly landscape, teeming with wildlife. An antidote to city life

Such lovely views from this light-filled flat, built in the 19th century – curl up with a book and gaze out to sea

Plenty of uncluttered easy space both in and out by the private pool - children love the freedom - great wine, food, and cycling country

A hilltop setting for this ancient fortress with an illustrious past. You stay in apartments or farmhouses inside or outside the walls

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

Grand stone house set in tranquil parkland with a pool, potager and plenty of space for groups. Chickens and charm included

Romantics will love this small converted hut-on-a-hillside surrounded by pines and olives with stunning views over the old town and the sea

Georgian country house with rustic charm and a home-from-home feel. In the heart of Wiltshire just outside historic town Bradford-on-Avon

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

The wow factor is set to eleven at this magnificent château steeped in French history and surrounded by acres of land (and a moat)

The holiday starts on the bumpy track along to this Arts & Crafts style modern house with plenty of space and a wrap-around garden

Elegance and ease mark this gentle group of Loire-Valley buildings, with soft-textured interiors and the owners’ fine hospitality and food

A beautifully converted building, part of an old mill, now a gorgeous place to stay with the stream running through and shared parkland

Friendly touches everywhere, terrific food and drink, smart bedrooms above the sparkling bar – dogs and children welcome

In a commanding position surrounded by private land, this old manor house is excellently equipped and ideal for a big family holiday

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

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