A treat of a place in a vibrant suburb, a short tram ride from central Manchester. The ultimate combination of art and cool design

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

An exquisitely restored 1850s townhouse, steeped in history, with a sweet garden and within walking distance of the historic centre of Porto

A restful space with a pretty garden in a quiet Derbyshire village - the pub a short stroll away and Chatsworth near

Families and walkers will be happy at this unfussy seaside retreat with beaches down the road and coastal paths right by your door

A true gem - sleep in a small hillside castle, share delicious communal meals, walk or cycle to the beautiful waterfalls nearby

Relax in peace & quiet: orchards, woods, organic farm, wildlife everywhere. Offa's Dyke nearby - start the day with Teona's veggie breakfast

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

Wonderful views of the Cantabrian Sea, locally sourced food and fine bedrooms at a boutique hotel on the Asturian coast

There's a lovely relaxed feel to this rather grand house, garden, ponds and orangery. Ashley and Amanda are easy-going hosts

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

Hidden in a beautiful, timeless valley with gorgeous gardens, mellow stone bridge, views and rushing river, is a very special place to stay

Follow in Picasso’s footsteps and spin up to vibrant Sheffield for a night at this stunning hotel, where flawless bedrooms wait

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

For families and friends, foodies, surfers and lovers of southern Spain’s historic, vibrant Costa de la Luz

Gather family or friends and take both villa and cottage. The terraces and gardens have long views, the pool is roomy and the peace palpable

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration