Escape to the heart of the Haute-Savoie and this impressive château near Annecy, Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva

This stylish little art-filled inn has comfortable rooms, is surrounded by good walking countryside and serves delicious food - rest here

Two family and dog friendly retreats for lovers of the countryside, birdwatchers and those wishing to escape the crowds

A cool converted barn on an organic farm near Brittany’s loveliest beaches, with a kitchen garden and play area, perfect for foodie families

A big, beamed contemporary barn filled with light and surrounded by unspoilt countryside for a romantic retreat.

Plenty of restful, comfortable space indoors and out in the Mediterranean garden with its courtyard pool – restaurants to walk to

Heart-warming B&B with hosts who are endlessly thoughtful. The food is exotic, organic, delicious and families are made very welcome

You’ll feel super snug in these 2 stunning eco builds blending into the wildly beautiful Isle of Harris coastal landscape

A renovated, comfy Victorian cottage behind a small village pub, a hub for the local community and with good food, ales and wine

Charming half-timbered house at the start of the Alsace wine route, with spacious rooms, tempting breakfast and a swimming pool

An immaculate stable retreat surrounded by gardens near Canterbury. Two couples could spend an idyllic week here, or a family of 5

Come for deep beds, real fires, Scottish breakfasts, a generous welcome, great walking, cycle tracks and grand lochside views

Traditional and modern mix beautifully and bedrooms are quietly elegant. Relax and drink in the views over orchards and the Sierra Nevada

A beguiling retreat for a couple or a family of four – feel cosy and secluded in a thatched cottage close to the coast

Big beautiful apartments in a serene setting in southern Tuscany, with pool. And courses for everyone - organised by one delightful family

A relaxed country feel in this fine family villa. It has space and comfort for six with gardens, private pool, and tennis court

Light-filled retreat full of character and vintage finds, with sparkling wine, cider and farm-fresh produce on your doorstep