Sitting next to the church in the most picturesque village in England, this ancient, handsome cottage is packed with historical interest

Tucked away from the busy glamour of the Riviera, come and unwind, from two to twelve people, in a peaceful garden and stone farmhouse

Families and walkers will be happy at this unfussy seaside retreat with beaches down the road and coastal paths right by your door

Lively renovation for this 18th-century cottage built of local stone and with a large garden in Modbury. Totnes and sandy beaches are close

A 200-year old townhouse on a charming cobbled street with stunning views from the terraces over rooftop Olhão and down to the sea

Gardeners will be very happy staying in this generous, comfortable B&B surrounded by stunning gardens with year-round interest

Once a shooting lodge, this stand-alone big building was part of a medieval estate and you can still see the grassy mount and dungeon tower

Wow. The sort of place you long for on dreary days - inspired architecture, heavenly views, delicious home-cooked food, a lake for swimming

Ideal for families: pool, tennis and golf at the hotel with beach and yachting nearby. Comfortable bedrooms and a terrace for outdoor dining

Come to be inspired - by the buildings, the art, the concept and the rich history. You should be very comfortable too, and well fed

High above Lisbon, this small but elegant former palace offers stunning views, stylishly rustic rooms and a dreamy, sun-trap patio

A restored Dordogne farmhouse with a dash of Scandi flair - heated pool, bucolic views, and beautifully designed bedrooms

Dominating the village is this historic hotel... all frescoes, chandeliers, splendour at every turn. And a handsome pool, too

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city

A real treat to stay in this elegant 18th-century house with pampering bedrooms, gorgeous home-cooked food and stunning gardens with pool

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

Traditional bedrooms lie under the beams of this fascinating country mansion - a grand, hospitable B&B near St Malo and sand beaches

A stylish, refined 17th-century house off a quiet street with its own garden and lots of generous surprises, a short hop to everything