In peaceful walled gardens, this former convent is a quiet retreat just a stone’s throw from the Riviera coast and the best of Tuscany

Sleek, smart apartments on the first floor of a 19th-century building in Verona's most fashionable residential/commercial neighbourhood

The village is tiny, the bar is lively, the food is delicious. The Cotswolds are at your feet and you’re encouraged not to lift a finger

In the beautiful Somerset hamlet of St Catherine, a cosy wooden cabin surrounded by fields and woods. Wonderful walks from the front door...

Winter fires, a summer pool, and gorgeous food all year round... Live slow in the hills of

Such lovely views from this light-filled flat, built in the 19th century – curl up with a book and gaze out to sea

An L-shaped former farmhouse is now a gorgeous place to stay, just half an hour from the sea or the mountains and near interesting villages

Peaceful converted barn on a remote working farm – pet the donkeys, wild swim and row on the lake, warm up around the wood-burner

Deep in vineyards near Liguria's coast, find attractive apartments, manicured lawns, infinity pool, space to relax and child-free serenity

A lovely wisteria-clad inn in a traditional Cotswold village with grand walks, a pretty garden, tasty food and thoughtful bedrooms

An elegant solution to a hotel - no rooms, but 13 charming villas in the heart of the maquis, nearly all with a private pool

An absolutely charming former cart shed, with a magnificent view of the moated château and the park, with private sauna and shared pool

Come to walk, cycle, fish and hunker down in style in front of the wood-burner - sleep in deep comfort in a lovingly converted barn

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

Utter peace in a simple, beautiful space with a sculpture garden to wander, an art studio to visit and walking and cycling on Dartmoor

A super Georgian cottage with its own private garden, very comfortable bedrooms and acres of bird-filled grounds to explore

An 18th-century townhouse restored with flair by former restauranteurs: come for colour, comfort and sublime dining