A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

Four family-friendly self-catering casitas and an original cortijo in wildlife-rich acres near the sandy Costa de la Luz

Come for stunning views down to the bay of La Herradura and this traditional, family-focused 1990s house on three floors

A joy for foodies, peace seekers and lovers of period architecture… note the Honduran mahogany banister with inlaid jet and pearl

A traditional Breton stone cottage, two minutes from the sea, with a large, leafy garden and glamping with activities in the summer months

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

Pretty, thatched, perfectly round: a romantic village bolthole with retro touches. Grab flip-flops, leads and run the dogs on Pendower beach

A traditional stone bergerie high on a hill and surrounded by woods with east-facing views over the valley for stunning sunrises

A small, quirky country house hotel with lovely staff, pretty rooms and heavenly food served in a pillared dining room

An 18th-century townhouse restored with flair by former restauranteurs: come for colour, comfort and sublime dining

Play boules in the garden, swim in the natural pool and enjoy Monica’s wonderful cooking served with local wines at this village farmhouse

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

Characterful and family-friendly apartments on this lovely wine-country estate: great hosts, glorious grounds and pool, home-grown food

A Georgian townhouse full of character for an epic family and friend get-together. The best of Hay is a stroll away

Immerse yourself in over ten thousand olive trees, wander through lemon and orange groves, eat wonderful food cooked by a Pugliese chef

Generous, convivial space for big gatherings. A fantastic pool, plenty of outdoor space, and fun and games to keep everyone entertained

Come to walk, cycle, fish and hunker down in style in front of the wood-burner - sleep in deep comfort in a lovingly converted barn

Provençal charm floats through the ground floor of this 18th-century home in a vineyard near Lorgues. Walk, cycle, swim, enjoy the peace