Float in the infinity pool above the canyon, dine under the stars, revel in the silence, head to the Cavagrande di Cassibile Nature Reserve

A very special design-led garden apartment on the ground floor of an elegant 1835 house on one of the prettiest crescents in the city

In a quaint village with a bakery, brasserie and shops, a handsome gîte with a wonderful pool and fashion museum

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

Three family friendly gites with a contemporary feel, a saltwater pool, national trails to wander and wellness retreats on offer

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

Charming gardens for you and your dog in a barn conversion in rural Norfolk half an hour from coast

A self-catering apartment in the wing of a traditional Burgundian winemaker's house in a tiny hamlet, surrounded by fields of vines

A lovely old cottage in the grounds of a Provençal mas with a delightful private courtyard, use of a large pool and a magnificent garden

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

Stylish B&B rooms in a peaceful little château, amongst rolling hills, woods and farmland - bikes and boules to borrow, lovely pool to share

Come to discover the ancient history of Dornes in a spectacular riverside setting - one point of the famous 'Templar Triangle' of Portugal

Cast yourselves away to this beautiful island and a bright, spacious apartment with a rooftop terrace bang in the middle of the town square

Deep in the Lake District, a well-loved family home with open fires and heavenly views, a private woodland and a short walk to a good pub

Deep luxury, superb service and a wealth of delightful things to admire at this small hotel on a very quiet street in the heart of the city

A fascinating place steeped in history and abuzz with prize-winning winery activity. Plus rustic cottages, golf, a restaurant and 2 pools

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

Come for dreamy river views, a lovely garden and this bolthole for two, beautifully renovated inside and out and with a private hot tub