A lovely little bolthole for two on a gorgeous estate with restaurant, deli and superb gardens, sculpture walk and wildflower meadows

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

Your own cosy apartment in the once arty, now classy Latin Quarter. An elegant, romantic and peaceful bolthole for 2

Warm, interesting hosts and a fascinating celebration of 20th-century style. Gleaming en suites, original Art Deco furniture, WWII books...

Sumptuous rooms with Renaissance-inspired art, infinity pool and gardens, just a short drive to Mantua’s historic city centre

Enfolded in gentle Dorset hills and surrounded by trees, a perfect wooden hut for 2 near beaches, River Cottage HQ and many beautiful walks

Gorgeous rooms and splendid breakfasts – for sybarites, history-lovers, cyclists and canoeists - bang in the middle of ancient Long Melford

A truly delightful place to eat and stay with gorgeous bedrooms and good food, in a village with Tudor houses and ancient church towers

Colourful coastal apartments and studios where you can be nicely independent, and enjoy a communal café and health club with Art Deco pool

Charming, simple and elegant B&B with a lovely garden and kind owners in an area renowned for its good wine and food

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

A grand, pale stone townhouse in the centre of lively Épernay with plenty of good restaurants nearby

Hear the rooting of wild boar and the odd splash of the pool. For those who love fresh air, great food, and the sweet hills of Umbria

Your very own château in the Dordogne for big family get-togethers and special celebrations

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

Strolling distance from the village of Seggiano, peace and beauty fill every corner of this ancient, view-filled retreat

Two duplex apartments filled with art and sculptures inside a beautiful 18th-century orangery, minutes from magnificent Versailles

A light and airy barn conversion, very comfortable and rural, sitting on a hill with views to the south overlooking the Stour valley