Art-filled and atmospheric, with stunning sea views and a sunny walled garden. Just moments from the beaches and charms of Lyme Regis

A peaceful, beautiful place to wake up in and to return to after glorious walks, with no near neighbours apart from curious sheep

Come to be cossetted in this 300-year-old Burgundy farmhouse with rose garden, sheltered pool and convivial Dutch owners

Relaxed, bohemian vibe out in the wilds yet close to civilization. An organic garden and woodland yurt add to the convivial, communal idyll

Victorian country house for 8-15 with gardens overlooking the Howgill Fells for happy reunions with family and friends

A delightful holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

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

Deep French countryside, fine hospitality from true nature lovers, fantastic bedrooms and delicious dinners in an outbuilding

A wonderful surprise inside this 1590 house sitting in a beautiful walled garden full of fruit trees, just off the High Street

A charming base in historic Beaulieu - expect delicious food, traditional country-house interiors, and walks that start from the front door

Swing off the main road through the village, up into the hills along a narrow track and through a gate, observed by curious sheep

Experience outstanding hospitality at this aristocratic palazzo with a Michelin-rated restaurant downstairs and seven unique bedrooms above

Sustainably built Suffolk retreat with plenty of space for friends and family to properly unwind - a steam room seals the deal

A wonderful watery setting for a super family hotel. White sands and sunsets, waddling ducks, breakfasts to relish …

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

An hour from Edinburgh, this large estate wrapped in ancient woodland & steeped in history is a super outdoorsy retreat – dogs welcome too

A comfortable and light-filled converted stone barn in the pretty Vendée, a quiet and rural spot but just half a mile from town