A grand yet very homely place with tasty home cooking and 200 acres to explore. Play golf, sail, cycle – wonderfully informal

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

In the National Park with all its glories (Ashbourne for antiques, Chatsworth for history, Bakewell for its market), a sweet village cottage

A roomy, stylish barn conversion in Devon's rolling hills with wonderful walks from the door and panoramic views of the Exe valley

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

Rustic, relaxing, comfortable and fun with pool and play area, river beaches, great hosts, peaceful countryside, an hour from Porto

Big house with bags of character and easy access to beaches, cafés and cobbled streets, coastal paths and hidden coves

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Stylish B&B near the fashionable Chartrons quarter. A charming host, spacious rooms, a courtyard garden and delicious breakfasts

Step into a place full of life, colour, texture and clever design surrounded by beautiful gardens and lakes

Simple, stylish interiors at this restored cottage on a rural estate overlooking the river Tay, with farmland, forest and trails to discover

Close to the honeypots of Domme and Sarlat, a hideaway for 2 in an ancient French hamlet. The apartment is serene, the views are glorious

A neat white cottage with thick walls and bags of comfort in Mortehoe. Walk the coastal path, surf the beaches, eat the catch of the day

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

A very attractive stone building on a smallholding with all mod cons, a bedroom for stargazing, Guest Farm Shop and pretty communal gardens

High in the heavenly hills is this very smartly converted farm building, with underfloor heating, much glass, wood and exposed brickwork

Charming trulli apartments promise rustic comfort and panoramic views (horses too). Perfectly placed for exploring the area

For lovers of tranquillity and simple pleasures with a private pool, tennis court, stunning views and forty acres to explore