A nature-filled estate for smart lodge holidays in rural peace with woods and coast to explore, onsite activities and yummy homemade meals

Books, meadow flowers, a rocking chair by a cosy fire at this treasure-trove cottage of beautiful things - down tiny lanes in west Cork

Historic, indulgent, atmospheric – and the Contessa is so warm. Vineyards, restaurants, operas, walks...La dolce vita on Slovenia's border

A unique 1900 house and garden on the edge of Lyon, steeped in history and authenticity – a beautiful home with museum-quality objects

Fragrant gardens full of fruit trees, a lovingly renovated house just a few minutes’ walk from the village, and excellent breakfasts

Bedrooms are gorgeous, the wild ocean is close, and the people of Galicia are friendly and caring. You’ll pick up the same vibe here

Live out all your bohemian dreams at this arty villa, with garden and plunge pool, perched above the glittering Riviera.

A slice of rural heaven close to the Pembrokeshire coast - good rooms, hearty food, wonderful walks and beautiful beaches wait

A special little house, renovated with huge style, filled with beautiful objects and with a delightfully quiet and secluded private garden

Between Penzance and Helston and close to sandy beaches is a sweet space for four. Good for young families and all garden lovers

A very much-loved family home full of books, pictures and comfy sofas - all yours for a relaxed and easy-going holiday with a big group

An attractive, seaside hotel with an airy, contemporary feel - chic interiors, an excellent restaurant and big sea views await

A family-run 1700s thatched Inn in a rural hamlet with super food, a grand team to look after you and picnic benches in a pretty garden

A converted coach house and stables, now one long cottage with much space, a country house feel and your own walled garden

The views take your breath away, the breakfasts are beautiful, and you feel like you're staying in the home of dear friends

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

A very comfortable and attractive 1820 gate lodge surrounded by mature trees on a family estate, in gently rolling countryside