Vineyards, fruit trees and immaculate gardens, amazing food and wine, a sense of seclusion and sweeping views of the Tuscan hills

Kids range free, adults recharge in these two gites on a 17th-century estate with sunny gardens and a pool. Hike, bike, swim, relax...

Treat yourself to a bit of a rest with the one you love at this dreamy gîte in glorious countryside, with pool, garden and gorgeous walks

A 200-year-old village house surrounded by vineyards. Light-filled interiors, lots of art, a garden and your own sparkling pool

In the Welsh Marches, down winding lanes, a delightful refurbished hop pickers' house - romantic bolthole for 2. Friendly owners, too

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

A 17th-century townhouse sitting on a quiet side street with lots of original features and a west-facing patio screened by vines and lemons

Splash under the Elephant Arch, take a boat to the caves, set off for Tunisia! Then it’s back to a super-private room by the sea

A captivating place for couples and families with fabulous views, pool and foodie hosts. River water sports, markets and vineyards near

Chic barn conversion with a swimming pool and country walks from the door; nearby Ventnor has a beach and great places to eat and drink

An elegantly renovated coaching inn with inspired design, beautifully simple pub food, tempting ales and gloriously comfortable bedrooms

A spacious farmhouse with a pool in the grounds of a stately château. Wander the walled garden, explore the countryside and pretty villages

An inspirational setting and an enthusiastic welcome from your hosts and their young family - lose your heart to its baroque beauty

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

Beautiful light-filled eco-homes in Loch Lomond National Park – Scotland’s treasures are easily reached from here

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool