A traditional Welsh cottage in a very pretty, rural setting with the river meandering past, the stunning coastal path and beautiful beaches

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

A glamourous escape in central Nice. Creative art-filled interiors, a fabulous tropical garden, sumptuous buffet breakfasts, pool and spa

Be inspired by hilltop views, unwind in beamed rooms by huge fireplaces or scramble down to the beach for family adventures

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

Your very own château in the Dordogne for big family get-togethers and special celebrations

An upmarket, very comfortable old stone village house with tasty breakfasts and a sunny courtyard full of colourful flowers

Step back in time at this wonderfully authentic château, loved deeply by its owners - 25km from Beaune and the Route des Grands Crus

A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

High on a hill in the Tyne Valley, undisturbed except by birds singing and the wind whistling; views swoop down to a magical landscape

Pops of colour and neon signs bring fun to this smart and warm family home near Brancaster beach

Simple country cottage living on a working organic farm. Bring your hiking boots or bikes, stride out from the door

A delightful coastal cottage with far-reaching ocean views from almost every room, two gardens and a short hop to beach and Coast Path

Beautifully restored medieval hall house – perfect for big family gatherings, with separate cottage, replica steam train and secluded garden

Head inland for grand walking or to the glorious coast from this very pretty cottage with a private garden, suitable and safe for dogs

Spacious rooms and a cosy apartment a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the heated pool after a busy day sightseeing

By a bubbling brook in the Mendips, close to Bath and Bristol, a wonderfully revived and welcoming inn with smart rooms and scrumptious food