A gorgeously tranquil place to escape to and fall in love with the Périgord's medieval villages, valleys, wines, markets and artisan farms

Comfortable home with wood fires, gracious bedrooms and convivial living rooms. The drive is full of blossom and daffodils in spring

A sleek, light-filled, beautifully designed, minimalist space for 4 with wrap-around views from the living room and pool

Comfortable, traditional, accessible and in the grounds of an old rectory with meadows and the river Frome nearby for summer dips

You have the whole North Wing of this beautiful old farmhouse with a private east-facing courtyard for early morning tea as the sun rises

A special place indeed, particularly for honeymooners and lovers. It's steeped in history & romance with delightful gardens to roam at will

You’ve got history on your doorstep in this beautiful and serene B&B, with charming gardens and a real sense of style in every room

An artist's house imbued with an understated elegance. Stay for dinner; be charmed by the garden where fruit trees throng, hens loiter

This civilised bolthole offers a quiet retreat, castle views and the magic of Edinburgh on your doorstep

A row of old brick stables now craftily converted into a light-filled and very peaceful place to stay with a garden room and gorgeous views

Stay in the very first holiday let in the history of this lovely little hamlet of nine houses, with a superb sailing club and a decent pub

Serious art, lovely lighting, great sound system and a fat wood-burner belting out the heat at this super place for families or friends

Take up residence in central London, surrounded by good places to eat. You have your own vast open-plan living space, light and lovely

A botanical beauty deep in the Loire Valley, this elegant house has history and heart in abundance

A 200-year old townhouse on a charming cobbled street with stunning views from the terraces over rooftop Olhão and down to the sea

Modern comforts, traditional cosiness and a warm welcome. There are walks from the door, country houses to visit and a pub in the village

Huge picture windows, oak floors, contemporary furnishings and stunning views. Pool, tennis court, gym and Jacuzzi too

A lovely little bolthole to return to after days out exploring pretty Cotswold villages and walking in an AONB straight from the door