Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast

Surrounded by wildlife and water, this ultra-modern house has huge windows, white walls and designer furnishings. Blissfully remote

Step into a place full of life, colour, texture and clever design surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes

A pretty upside-down cottage, formerly a dovecote, lovingly restored with sustainability the focus

A cracking spot for this thatched and beamed 17th-century village inn with lovely gardens, just a half-mile stroll from Lulworth Cove

A lovely 1910 village house, deep in sleepy countryside, with delightful owners, delicious home cooking and a pretty garden for lazy days

An unbelievably stunning setting for this renovated 15th-century villa with garden on a hillside overlooking the famed Florence skyline

Between Penzance and Helston and close to sandy beaches is a sweet space for four. Good for young families and all garden lovers

Moments from Chamonix, a sweet chalet with pretty gardens in sun or snow under a backdrop of Mont Blanc – perfect for the adventurous

Feel very private in this light and bright B&B room with your own patio and pleasing views over garden and countryside

Tiny, suite-in-the-sky, in shabby-chic style, with all you need cleverly tucked into one room. Plus heavenly terrace with city-wide views

Sumptuous suites arranged around a sunny internal courtyard inside an ancient monastery - an intimate sanctuary for those who seek comfort

A peaceful, stylish getaway for two within the charming owners' home with shared pool, fabulous views - and all of Provence to (re)visit

Pomegranates, persimmon and figs, the waft of rosemary on the air... we love this old 'mas' 25km from Gordes, in sweet sunny Provence

A sprint from London: a Cotswolds pub modernised with sympathy and care. Happy staff, organic ales and food, gorgeous rooms