Such lovely views from this light-filled flat, built in the 19th century – curl up with a book and gaze out to sea

Your own cottage on a wine estate in a very beautiful part of the South Downs, famed for world-class sparkling wines

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

French elegance meets English comfort in Paris by St Germain. Organic croissants, crisp duvets, an open fire... a favourite of many guests

Between Penzance and Helston and close to sandy beaches is a sweet space for four. Good for young families and all garden lovers

Sheep's Head Way is reputedly one of the best walks in Ireland. Come back to roaring fires, a Rayburn, art and style – terrific restorations

Treat yourselves to a stay on one of the oldest wine estates in Provence and a family house from the 1740s, complete with antiques

A converted coach house and stables, now one long cottage with much space, a country house feel and your own walled garden

All you'd hope for, and more! Enormous rooms, marvellous beams, majestic views and wines from their vineyard

Agriturismo at its best - delightful hosts, communal meals of superb home-grown food, homely rooms, a garden filled with fragrant flowers...

Beauty, charm and tranquillity an hour from Florence, on a bio-sensitive farm known for Chianina cattle and white truffles

In her smart top-floor flat, perfectly situated between Montmartre and the Opéra Garnier, Rosemary does brilliant B&B

Historic 19th-century maison de maître, perfect for a gathering of friends, within walking distance of the old town’s charms

Great for comfort, beauty, character and home baking. Borrow vintage bikes to explore Cambridge: Christine knows it inside out

Grand Scottish home with stunning views & a tea-and-shortbread welcome. Historic castles, local festivals, golf, East Lothian beaches abound

A converted stable on a peaceful farm surrounded by acres of countryside - a Sawday's Community Champion

Explore ‘Green Provence’ on e-bikes, enjoy the pool and calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards. Return to a delicious dinner

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too