A light-filled studio with a sweet private terrace on the estate of a 16th-century manor - river views, glorious gardens and pure peace

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

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

Three comfortable stone houses clustered around the owners' home. Glorious views spread out below you across rolling countryside

Comfortable home with wood fires, gracious bedrooms and convivial living rooms. The drive is full of blossom and daffodils in spring

An impressive, south-facing bastide on three floors with a sunny pool, lovely garden and grounds that stretch to vineyards and garrigue

A 15th-century courtyard hides a petite contemporary apartment – a fabulous base from which to explore the city and all its treasures

A smartly renovated village pub with rooms welcoming locals, visitors, families and dogs on a Staffordshire country estate

Laze in the pool, nibble olives from the market, gaze over Provence. Inside, English meets classic French. Fabulous for families

A grand, pale stone townhouse in the centre of lively Épernay with plenty of good restaurants nearby

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough