A serene riverside retreat on the Lot, with manicured gardens and a shared pool, tennis court and children's playground for socialising

The South West Coast Path passes by this waterfront pub on the Teign estuary. Come for fresh bedrooms, classic dishes and excellent walking

An ancient farmhouse transformed into a peaceful place to stay with lovely gardens, a swimming pool and delicious organic food

Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

Come for the gloriously peaceful countryside and this 1700s house and garden, scrupulously renovated and with plenty of space

Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

Warmth and comfort on the Pink Granite Coast where the wind and waves lull you to sleep, and bedrooms overlook the cedars or the sea

A stylish, cosy, stone-flagged cottage with vintage and modern furniture, wood-burners, patios and views - and three excellent pubs nearby

Come for a quintessentially English country cottage tucked down a village path with wisteria in the garden and a short walk to a foodie pub

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

A peaceful retreat with yoga and activities to restore and renew, in the Andalusia hills between Granada and the Mediterranean coast

A fine designer house and pool above the coastal hurly-burly and one of the loveliest coves in Spain, backing onto a nature park. Happy hols

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

Beautifully restored house with a literary history, no neighbours and private access to a sandy bay beyond the pines

Immerse yourself in 50 acres of peaceful countryside and the fine pool. Generous owners are on hand, Les Eyzies is just a few minutes' drive

The village is tiny, the bar is lively, the food is delicious. The Cotswolds are at your feet and you’re encouraged not to lift a finger

Chic barn conversion with a swimming pool and country walks from the door; nearby Ventnor has a beach and great places to eat and drink