A country house, elegant and unstuffy, at the heart of a working Lazio olive farm. Lunch by the pool or unwind at the hot spring spa

A very tranquil spot with views of rolling countryside, the East Mendip Way on the doorstep and good pubs within walking distance

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this comfortable cottage; a dining terrace with uplifting sea views and arching views of Kerry

A heavenly setting for this very well-hidden cottage with its own small pool, amazing views and delightful pebble beach below

In château parkland, 10 minutes from Chinon, find books, beams and open spaces for three renovated houses, a delight for families

An hour from Edinburgh, this large estate wrapped in ancient woodland & steeped in history is a super outdoorsy retreat – dogs welcome too

Come to stay in a fine old townhouse with elegant proportions, high ceilings and a rambling, English-style garden close to Mont Saint-Michel

Two family and dog friendly retreats for lovers of the countryside, birdwatchers and those wishing to escape the crowds

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

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

Gorgeous small hotel perfectly placed for the magical Dales - stylish bedrooms, open fires, lovely staff and pretty gardens all wait

Secluded villa with glorious views, infinity pool and lovely gardens, a three-minute walk from one of Italy’s most beautiful villages

Come for the great outdoors and wrap-around views of Muncaster Fell and Scafell Pike from this warm, bright and spacious Passivhaus

A very special place to stay, immersed in the architecture and history of the city as well as its traditions, culture, food and wine

Rural bliss at the end of the lane: a cottage for 2 with wine and local biscuits in the hamper and farmers’ markets within a 5-mile drive

A warm and convivial place steeped in French history with an interesting, kind host who really looks after you. Under an hour from Paris too

Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome