A big old house with a lovely pool, surrounded by ancient olives just 3kms from the sea and deep in the heart of Bandol wine country

Rustic, quirky and layered with history, this is an exquisite slice of traditional Sicilian life, with welcoming and generous hosts

Serene, panoramic views from picture windows at this off-grid romantic bolthole in the hills with a cosy wood-burner and local treats

High above Lisbon, this small but elegant former palace offers stunning views, stylishly rustic rooms and a dreamy, sun-trap patio

B&B as it should be. Home-cooked breakfast in an Aga-warmed kitchen, a comfortable bedroom with garden views, a beach you can walk to

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

Style abounds in this exquisite Côte d'Azur family getaway, where lazy days are whiled away by the pool and in the quiet bird-filled gardens

A lofty, spacious feel to this converted barn with stunning views over rolling hills, swooping swallows in summer and an honesty farm shop

A smart village local with original timber frames, a lively bar, elegant rooms and delicious food from the fields around you

The Gautiers have the finest sense of how to treat guests: dreamy bedrooms, fantastic food & the pool beneath the orange trees is a delight

Grade II-listed country hotel with lovely gardens and an excellent restaurant, a short walk from Ambleside and the top of Lake Windermere

A small, charming house with ravishing sea views within walking distance of a bohemian coastal village at the foot of the Teix mountain

You’ll fall in love with this ancient mas in a corner of paradise… climbing roses scent the air, chic open spaces are flooded with light

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

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

Victorian country house for 8-15 with gardens overlooking the Howgill Fells for happy reunions with family and friends

Three beautiful spaces for a much-awaited gathering of friends and family. Share the glorious gardens, swim in the pool, create memories

Stylish apartment overlooking a vibrant market in the old city, with restaurants and historic attractions in easy walking distance