A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

A renovated bright apartment with lots of space, a hop, skip and jump away from the shingle beach of seaside-jolly Deal

Delightful little antique-filled cottage with large walled garden and an allotment near Versailles. Gardeners will be happy

A beautiful little collection of trulli near the Valle d’Itria – restored with flair and with gardens, woods and pool

A lodge and a cottage on an ancient wine estate, thoughtfully and eco-consciously converted with private outdoor spaces and a saltwater pool

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

Come to be wrapped by wind and waves from this unique nest with an outdoor bath facing west - nature lovers and adventurers will be seduced

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

Off the beaten track and into the hills – this remote, unknown bird-filled region is faultless for outdoorsy people

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

Gloriously green rural self-catering apartments with pool and lovely, friendly owners

Rooms in the house overlook the vineyard, the lodges are surrounded by it - check out the vines, then drink their wine with a good dinner

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

Three tranquil apartments in the Ria Formosa nature reserve with a stunning natural pool, near to a village and sandy beaches

Up the drive flanked by grazing horses, to a warm welcome from the housekeeper and a great fire in the hall. Perfect for family gatherings

A 200-year-old typical Mallorcan house with wooden beams, tiled floors, a view-filled garden and a big pool in beautiful Sóller