Victorian almshouse with architectural pedigree, sweeping countryside views and easy access to charming local towns

An elegant medieval manor in the Loire with spiral stone staircases, mullioned windows, jaunty turrets and a fairytale suite just for you

Built in 1518 to gaze across the Loire to Amboise and decorated with discreet elegance and respect for its history. Guests love it

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

Swim with frogs in the freshwater pool, breakfast in the sunshine, play boules by moonlight. Châteaux don't get much more rural

Gaze over to glorious Curemonte from the pretty cottage, loll by the pool, play games in the barn. Bring friends and book the main house too

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

Spoiling bedrooms, good food, warm staff and the South West Coast Path tempting you from the doorstep. You and your dog will love it here

A wonderful country house, a unique wine story, very luxurious rooms and suites, a spa, infinity pool and restaurant

A grand place for up to 12 adventurous souls and the young at heart: swim, bob in a boat, hike and cycle or simply revel in the greenery and peace

2 super family apartments in the unspoilt Serre Chevalier valley, with a private chef if you’d like one, and delightful Pippa to welcome you

Groups will love this 18th-century winemaster’s house and tower. There’s a hillside infinity pool, valley views and a private boulodrome

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

Come for the glorious walking and bring your dog. Return to afternoon tea then a gorgeous plant-based supper in the bustling restaurant

Pops of colour and neon signs bring fun to this smart and warm family home near Brancaster beach

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

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

Come for fine food and drink, sumptuous bedrooms and a relaxed, informal atmosphere at this gorgeous Cotswold manor house with ancient roots