An artistic escape with a stunning kitchen in sleepy, gastronomic Lot – stroll to the village market and feast on local produce

Another humdinger of a hotel from a very talented team. Hand-picked art, effortlessly cool rooms, tasty local food, a sun terrace and events

A romantic little bolthole with a hot tub on the Penicuik Estate with well-thought-out interiors and dreamy views over pastures and woodland

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

A sleek space designed with the majestic surroundings in mind. You have your own private barbecue area and a shared large garden

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

Come for wide open countryside criss-crossed by a myriad of footpaths and this very comfortable, stylish and roomy retreat

Wingham is a pretty village near Canterbury known for its thatched cottages, medieval houses, and a much-loved pub called The Dog

Between Penzance & Helston, close to Praa Sands, is a beautiful bolthole for 6. Good for garden lovers & peace-seekers – dog-friendly too

A light and bright 1900s holiday home for family holidays by the sea, with a large enclosed garden and a short hop to beach and shops

Friendly owners settle you in to this cool, creatively styled barn. Perfect for groups & families with big pool & garden

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

For retreats, groups of friends, and big families: come to recharge the senses at this special and ancient house enveloped by wild gardens

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

This stately-looking former manor house set back from the road in acres of gardens serves very good food and has rustic-chic bedrooms

A cheery farmhouse conversion for groups outside a village in a non-touristy part of Italy, close to scenic trails and medieval villages

A grand yet cosy and relaxing farmhouse where you're encouraged to feel at home. Tasty home baking, charming rooms and a friendly host

An extraordinary, inspiring place: eat 100% vegan food, drink organic wine, sleep in natural materials, swim in the salt-water pool