For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

An impressive, south-facing bastide on three floors with a sunny pool, lovely garden and grounds that stretch to vineyards and garrigue

With incredible views across to distant hilltop towns, olive groves and buzzing bees, this elegant farmhouse has bags of charm

The smallest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

Come to recharge in the lovely Loire valley at this fine château surrounded by mature gardens and green countryside

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

Come to stay in a lovely old house surrounded by an important garden created by three generations of brilliant women gardeners

A semi-detached 19th-century stone cottage, scrupulously renovated with indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and terrace in a quiet spot

Books, meadow flowers, a rocking chair by a cosy fire at this treasure-trove cottage of beautiful things - down tiny lanes in west Cork

Simple country cottage living on a working organic farm. Bring your hiking boots or bikes, stride out from the door

A stylish farm renovation with pools, gym, and flower-filled gardens - find rural tranquillity close to Brittany’s most famous landmarks

Technically in Florence yet immersed in the Tuscan hills: easy comfort, country character, warm wonderful hosts, heavenly views

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await

Close to Saint-Jean-d'Angély, an elegant and spacious manor house with unfussy, comfortable interiors, bucolic views, big garden and pool

A wisteria-laden pergola shades the sunny side of the farmhouse - in gentle olive country near the Sibillini Park, not far from the Adriatic

This elegantly restored house with stunning views to snow-capped peaks is a testament to the owners' love of art and antiques

Set off on blissful walks, trek home to crumpets and tea. There’s no better place to escape the 21st century than rural Devon