An attractive, sympathetic barn conversion, full of light, pleasingly uncluttered and hidden down a lane in stunningly beautiful countryside

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

Deep in the Lake District, a well-loved family home with open fires and heavenly views, a private woodland and a short walk to a good pub

Dreamy, languid beauty at this spacious, airy, arty house with garden and pool in typical Pugliese countryside

A vibrant open-plan space with a wild garden, river for swimming, splashing or fishing and the chance to spot kingfishers and red squirrels

Charming hosts, ample bedrooms and memorable dinners... deeply authentic and super special. You'll adore Hotel Coutettaz and long to return

For families who love a Great British beach holiday, this beach-side cottage on Hayling Island near Portsmouth is just the ticket

One of the loveliest houses in a very lovely village. Pretty rooms have parquet floors and white walls, the food is a delight

Good old-fashioned hospitality in a quiet Highlands cottage ringed by roses and roe deer. Forest and coastal walks, shortbread and tea

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

A gentle, calm, immaculate place for an all-season family stay, near wine tastings, castles, caves and canoeing. Everyone loves the Dordogne

Come to restore your soul, be immersed in nature, wander paths in the lovely grounds and make memories with family or friends

Groups will love this 18th-century winemaster’s house and tower. There’s a hillside infinity pool, valley views and a private boulodrome

Cross an ancient stone bridge to a 1790s estate cottage, completely on its own down a little-used green lane and with the river rushing by

A lucky break to stay here: part of a 1669 grade-II* listed Almshouse with modern interiors; leafy and quiet yet a short hop from the town

From the delicious scented garden with its limestone pool to the cool rooms with perfect linen, this is a place for a special occasion

A magnificent medieval tower in the grounds of an 18th-century château sitting in a dreamy valley. Come for superb gardens and architecture

Nestled next to the main house, this feels part cottage and part townhouse, making a cosy retreat just a couple of miles from the coast