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

Premier cru vineyards at the door, an original wine cellar for tastings, and a heated pool with vineyard views

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

Proper village pub with much-praised food and cosy rooms; country walks lead from the door and Oxford is half an hour away

In wine country, a beautifully revived 16th-century manor and hospitable B&B. Visit Angers’ cathedral, cruise along the Loire to Saumur

Deep in the Wye Valley you’ll find wild swimming, kayaking and down-time. This cottage is a spacious yet cosy base for any adventure

Sofas in front of the fire, English wines and local ales, ambrosial food and smart rooms, all a short stroll from Sissinghurst Castle

There's a lovely relaxed feel to this rather grand house, garden, ponds and orangery. Ashley and Amanda are easy-going hosts

Sleek modern interiors now grace this ancient building with architectural joys, a courtyard garden and rooftop terrace with views

Lovely views from this converted farmhouse in peaceful Lot countryside, with terrace, sheltered pool and nine acres of grounds to explore

Traditional beamed cottage, tucked in the hills, with views to distant beaches plus colourful gardens and a pool

Dreamy, languid beauty at this spacious, airy, arty house with garden and pool in typical Pugliese countryside

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

A private villa beautifully flanked by gardens bursting with fruit. Here you'll find real Spanish character, style and a sun-trap terrace

Warm family hospitality, magnificent surroundings, bedroom breakfasts, candlelit dinners and elegant windows overlooking the park

Come to be looked after very well in this meticulously renovated old farmhouse with elegant bedrooms, tasty breakfasts and a kind host

Immerse yourselves in nature on this estate with walled gardens, wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands - a Sawday's Community Champion