Wander down a pebble path to this large, light holiday home near La Rochelle. Eco-friendly, accessible to all, and perfectly peaceful

A great little inn, hugely popular, with stylish bedrooms, lovely food, happy staff and a winning position on the river Wyre

You’re right in the midst of Portuguese life here: cafés, shops and restaurants buzz and there are panoramic views from the roof terrace

A handsome little château perched on the edge of a verdant valley, with wonderful views, lots of space and a rambling garden

Glass-and-timber doors bathe you with light, gaze at big skies and the river Dart lapping. Sublime year round, it's one of our favourites

Beautifully refurbished inn with good food, calming rooms and the South Downs all around. Chichester, Petworth and Goodwood are close

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

Starry skies, wild beauty and total peace are yours in these sustainable, solar-powered eco-lodges

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

A family retreat high above the river Dordogne and deep in woodland - with heated pool, games room and village restaurants a stroll away

One of England's oldest coaching inns, full of history and wonky floors, on a Surrey market town's high street

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

Fabulous bakes and hot waffles at breakfast, green fields all around and Normandy steeped in history. Great for foodies and historians

This grand house on the river Derwent oozes old-fashioned comfort – find traditional bedrooms, delicious food and an open fire

Citrus scents the air, loungers flank a spakling pool. Light, cool, simple rooms, vibrant hosts, garden and olive groves - divine food

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

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

Rural Andalusian retreat with bags of boho style promises wide-open skies, mountain vistas and fabulous meals prepared by your host