A country idyll in the hills. Only 15 mins from Faro, but all is peaceful: dip in the pool, sip a cocktail in the shade, book in for dinner

Vibrant, artistic barn conversion in the heart of York, a five-minute walk from the Minster. Convivial place with helpful, friendly hosts

Restored stone barn on a farm in the Lake District National Park, with views of fields and woods and an excellent pub nearby

Three immaculate rooms in a 17th-century building; step out onto winding streets lined with trattorias, boutiques, fountains and monuments

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 charming inn on the village green with beautiful interiors - you’ll find low ceilings, pretty rooms and a fire that burns on cold days.

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

The smallest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

A house on a hill (El Nido means The Nest) built in the Moorish style surrounded by sea views and the green hills of the Granada coastline

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

An ancient stone cottage on an organic winery with vines as far as the eye can see, chickens wandering, horses grazing and huge open skies

In a mellowstone village with a jolly pub, a super raftered barn with generous touches. Friendly owners next door know the Cotswolds well...

A beautifully-restored Devon bank barn at the end of a quiet lane in the glorious South Hams, just right for a couple or small family

A serene restaurant-hotel on Chesil beach, with a perfect view of the big blue sea. How restorative can a hotel be?

A boutique hotel on the edge of Arcachon Bay. A natural pool, zen gardens, contemporary Eastern-style interiors, and good food await