A stunner of a setting for this restored croft house with long views to a sparkling loch and a lively village nearby. Good beaches too

Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

Stylish interiors, beautiful rooms, lovely staff and wonderful food – all this in the Forest of Dean with great walking and cycling trails

Strolling distance from the village of Seggiano, peace and beauty fill every corner of this ancient, view-filled retreat

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

A pretty stone single-storey house, now renovated beautifully into a comfortable hideaway with wonderful views to woodland and river

Light-filled house full of modern art and antique finds with stunning gardens and a pool. The best of Provence is on your doorstep

Attractive country barn - great for two families sharing, for river trips, for playing in the pool, for running free

Stunning Tuscan views over the Tiber valley from the gorgeous pool and gardens and very comfortable living spaces at this home-from-home

Brilliant hosts and a traditional country pub feel with warming fires, delicious food and fabulous bedrooms at this standout village inn

A bright and spacious cottage set against a backdrop of woodland for days spent happily reading by the wood-burner or lunch on the sun deck

Former pear-press cellar, now a swish bolthole with magical mountain views. In the village centre, 15-minutes’ drive to the Paradiski slopes

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

Technically in Florence yet immersed in the Tuscan hills: easy comfort, country character, warm wonderful hosts, heavenly views

A lovely gîte with cool lines and its own shady terrace plus pool, gardens, fountain and a relaxed family-friendly feel

Three beautiful apartments (one with a pool) within a stunning Tavira townhouse, designed by Manuel Aires Mateus and with gorgeous landscaping

Fall in love with this riverside village, lost in a valley in lower Normandy, and this sunny house for couples or families