A country idyll in the hills. Only 15 mins from Faro, but all is peaceful: dip in the pool, sip a cocktail in the shade, book in for dinner

A beautifully converted building, part of an old mill, now a gorgeous place to stay with the stream running through and shared parkland

A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

Cosy Lakeland stone barn in acres of peaceful countryside for walkers, wildlife lovers and those wishing for a retreat

Come for breezy bedrooms, pretty gardens, a serene pool and delicious breakfasts at this gorgeous finca in rural Extremadura near Trujillo

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

Come for peace, art, photography and go out for delicious food near Galicia’s ‘seafood coast’. One of Spain’s undiscovered gems

High up and with splendid views of the estuary and harbour, this roomy apartment is a very comfortable base for seaside holidays

Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

Get the full-English bucolic countryside experience at this boutique inn right in the heart of a quintessentially pretty Cotswold village

Aperitifs on arrival, wine tastings in the hills, a pool with a view...both wine lovers and families will love these apartments & B&B rooms

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

Tucked away from the busy glamour of the Riviera, come and unwind, from two to twelve people, in a peaceful garden and stone farmhouse

A gem of a house in a lovely unspoilt village with an intelligent, interesting owner who gives you delicious food and local wines

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

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes

A charming white-washed house with a pool & lovely hillside views from the terrace: sleep out here under a star-studded sky on warm evenings

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