A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park

An old bakehouse, part of a farm gifted to The National Trust for Jersey with a beautiful walled garden filled with wildflowers in spring

Three lovely places to stay - come for much charm, peace, sunsets, infinity pool, sauna and gym in this history-steeped countryside retreat

Weaving medieval magic, this dreamy hideaway is an ideal base for nature-loving gourmands to explore the region

5 minutes from the Vatican in a tall palazzo above the British school. Owners share local tips, serve bakery-fresh breakfasts on the terrace

Quaint barns dotted among truffle oaks and rosemary, each one constructed the old-fashioned way and close to the Dordogne and Vézère

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

A rustic and elegant farmhouse retreat in Provence with a pool, vineyards and wildlife-filled pond – a launchpad for the Luberon

A delightful harled stone and wood house yards from the sea with glorious hills behind, for walkers, dreamers, nature lovers and adventurers

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

Come for stunning views down to the bay of La Herradura and this traditional, family-focused 1990s house on three floors

A beautifully restored building in a vast, open space dotted with olive trees and fragrant citrus - unwind in the calming atmosphere

Generous simplicity and organic farm cooking in this rustic Tuscan farm with library, yoga, family apartments and natural lily-dotted pond

Irresistible for art, design and heritage-lovers, bird-watchers and those who love to explore Norfolk's wide open spaces

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

Take a suite with champagne, strawberries and a tower, swim in the saltwater pool, eat a Castilian cocido - unwind in rural peace!

An organic farm near coast, village and Etna – super for families, done in simple good taste. Laze in the hammock, visit the coast...

Three gîtes in the Dordogne with panoramic countryside views and a swimming pool – book individually or together for a group holiday