Good old-fashioned service, fresh and gleaming surroundings, great food and very comfortable rooms at this rejuvenated roadside inn

A cottage in a conservation village with logs in the burner, sloe gin on the table, and a good dining pub you can walk to

Deep in vineyards near Liguria's coast, find manicured lawns, infinity pool, sophisticated decor and child-free serenity: relax!

An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

Good old-fashioned hospitality in a quiet Highlands cottage ringed by roses and roe deer. Forest and coastal walks, shortbread and tea

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

A charming villa in a quiet neighbourhood with pool, fab sea views & an easy stroll to eateries. Water sports & golf are easy from here

Rural French heaven at this lovely farm within four hectares. Natural materials, neutral colours and a lavender-lined pool all to yourselves

Built in 1518 to gaze across the Loire to Amboise and decorated with discreet elegance and respect for its history. Guests love it

Set loose your inner castaway on your very own island with enthralling views and much wildlife a short boat ride from Skye

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

Very private and comfortable rooms with their own entrances at this generous B&B with glorious gardens and views to the Black Mountains

Chill under poolside palm trees or lose yourself in novels on super comfy armchairs. Funchal with its colourful markets is within easy reach

A great find if you want to be close to all the action but nicely tucked away. Friendly pub downstairs, cool bedrooms up, Soho 20 minutes

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 spacious and bright old sandstone farm building with private garden, all one one level and with lovely views over fields and countryside

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

Tucked down a private driveway, this restored 19th-century farm building offers superb breakfasts, well-dressed beds and a beautiful garden