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

A deeply thoughtful conversion of an old Presbyterian church with wonderful watery views, much wildlife and plenty of space for joyful times

An ancient coaching inn opposite the church in the prettiest village – just the ticket for weary travellers who deserve nurturing

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

Come for the utter peace and quiet in this cosy cottage with amazing views and private walks to explore on the Bodnant Estate

A charming old cottage, steeped in history and in a stunning setting, close to the Coast Path and overlooking the bustling harbour at Fowey

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

Your own apartment in a listed manor house with lovely light rooms and stunning grounds with views over farmland to the coast and Lundy

Historic buildings by a turreted manor house, beautifully renovated to welcome large parties with grounds to roam and dreamy river views

An exquisitely restored 500-year-old inn, where the accent is very much on food, reared and grown nearby and with very comfortable rooms

A special little house, renovated with huge style, filled with beautiful objects and with a delightfully quiet and secluded private garden

A soothing, deeply romantic bolthole with simple interiors and its own little private garden, next to a winery and surrounded by vineyards

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

An ancient farmhouse transformed into a peaceful place to stay with lovely gardens, a swimming pool and delicious organic food

A thoughtful cottage, full of warmth and cheer with lovely art and delicious pops of colour. Come for beautiful walks and much wildlife

Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome

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

A botanical beauty deep in the Loire Valley, this elegant house has history and heart in abundance