Three gîtes in the Dordogne with panoramic countryside views and a swimming pool – book individually or together for a group holiday

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

A serene apartment for 2 in the old fisherman's quarter in Olhão, close to amazing beaches. A special place for nature lovers and foodies

A renovated barn, part stone, part wood, resembling the tobacco barns of the area with beautiful grounds surrounded by farmland

A stylish, canal-side inn – you get Sunday lunch, tow paths that lead into Edinburgh, then a pretty garden and cute rooms

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

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

A fabulous position for this B&B in Trastevere’s fascinating heart and a very warm welcome from Marco and Gianna - guests love it here

An exquisite Provençal home for a large party, hidden behind grand gates in a small village surrounded by the pine-scented Alpilles

Explore ‘Green Provence’ on e-bikes, enjoy the pool and calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards. Return to a delicious dinner

Heaps to do on-site: organic farm shop & café, cookery & cheese-making courses, farm tours. A brilliant base for exploring the Cotswolds too

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

A warm, inviting boutique hotel in Shrewsbury’s historic centre; potter about the medieval streets, relax in a sun-catching courtyard

In a quiet, ancient country town – outdoor breakfasts and indoor style: trompe l’oeil decorations, frescoes, vaulted panelled ceilings

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

Come down to the Meon Valley and be (very gently) nudged towards a better way of living - a Sawday's Community Champion

A stylish base for those who want to explore the beautiful north – expect good food, stylish interiors and a pretty market town

A glorious country house with everything you need for a fun family holiday: games, pool, big bedrooms, two living rooms & a gorgeous garden