Elegant stable cottage in the heart of Northumberland, with lush gardens and cosy interiors. Explore castles, coast and countryside

Magnificent house with old-fashioned charm and gardens leading down to the Beaulieu River – take the footpath to Beaulieu or Bucklers Hard

A Georgian townhouse full of character for an epic family and friend get-together. The best of Hay is a stroll away

Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

A magical medieval castello, gloriously gothic with tower, moat and ghost, fit for a Shakespearian play.

A truly special barn conversion, flooded with light and with its own decked outdoor space surrounded by bucolic countryside

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

Elegantly restored mariner’s cottage with tasteful interiors and sweeping, uninterrupted views over the ever-changing estuary

A big old house with a lovely pool, surrounded by ancient olives just 3kms from the sea and deep in the heart of Bandol wine country

An idyllic cottage for animal lovers, children, peace seekers and walkers. Immaculate interiors and breathtaking views soothe the soul

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast

A mid 1800s converted farmhouse and a cottage in a quiet hamlet with private gardens and lovely grounds, just 15 minutes from the coast

Your host runs home and B&B with effortless efficiency and you'll find shiny, spotless rooms to retreat to after a day's exploring

In wild Jura, surrounded by fields and heather-covered hills, a secluded farmhouse with cosy rooms and sublime views of Small Isles Bay

The Dordogne flows through the gastronomic heart of France, where stunning villages cling to rock faces and historic riches are in store

Tranquil stone house with a rustic feel, a large garden with a swimming pool and views of the French Riviera and out to sea

A handsome house with breath-taking mountain views: perfect for summer holidays and walking in spring and autumn