Proper village pub with much-praised food and cosy rooms; country walks lead from the door and Oxford is half an hour away

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

Delightful hamlet of beautifully restored cottages with a pool, surrounded by fields, forest and deer. The perfect spot for a digital detox

You're beautifully looked after in this gorgeous Tuscan house. Come for Alpine walks, historic trails and wild nature all around

A beautiful rural escape for couples or families with the delights of the Cotswolds all around. Dogs very welcome too

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

An attractive collection of mellow stone buildings with wonderful views over Monte Amiata and the Val d'Orcia for restful stays

Close to sandy beaches between Penzance and Helston, three places to stay with characterful interiors and freshly baked scones waiting

A lovely villa with masses of space, filled with modern art and near to walking trails, beaches, shops and restaurants

Grand stone house set in tranquil parkland with a pool, potager and plenty of space for groups. Chickens and charm included

Welcoming Julia fans passions for Arlesienne cuisine and culture in her art-stuffed Provence home where everything catches the eye!

In a hamlet in the Loire countryside is a friendly estate with a family-sized gite, a shared saltwater pool and heaps of old-world charm

Two rural retreats up a shared drive for gatherings of friends and family who enjoy the great outdoors and good food from the Meikleour Inn

A grand spot with superb Peak District views for this secluded, immaculate conversion of a handsome stable block - spacious and light

A 1980s Catalan mas built in a traditional style, with garden and pool, surrounded by olive trees and vineyards near the Spanish border

A beautiful old mill straddling the river Wensum, now a peaceful inn with tasty local and seasonal food, a lovely garden and comfy rooms

Bask in the beautiful Basque country at this friendly B&B in the village, with family-run restaurant for delicious suppers

In peaceful walled gardens, this former convent is a quiet retreat just a stone’s throw from the Riviera coast and the best of Tuscany