It's steeped in history and a joy to visit. Explore the vast pistes of Les Portes du Soleil... return to log fires and house-party dinners

A dear little cottage with many comforts and a private garden, off the beaten track and surrounded by mountains, valleys and trees

Traditional house in a rural part of the Algarve with a spectacular garden, a pool and a tennis court, and restaurants a short stroll

A seaside inn on Babbacombe Bay with views of sea and sky, rooms to feel happy in, a spa and homely, hearty dining

A striking cabin, drenched in light, with views over open countryside to the Sugar Loaf in the distance

Three lovely places to stay - come for much charm, peace, sunsets, infinity pool, sauna and gym in this history-steeped countryside retreat

Inside, a grand cathedral ceiling, outside, wisteria-covered terrace and pretty pool. Atlantic sands, Cognac and La Rochelle are in reach

A period manor and pretty rooms in old stables: a quiet base for Pas-de-Calais and Picardie. Madame loves the house, animals, story-telling

A peaceful and unpretentious spot for a digital detox with long walks up on the moors and fabulous views from the top

Dreamy, languid beauty at this spacious, airy, arty house with garden and pool in typical Pugliese countryside

A super upside-down house perched on a cliff in bustling Saundersfoot with glorious views over the beach and the Atlantic

A rustic and elegant farmhouse retreat in Provence with a pool, vineyards and wildlife-filled pond – a launchpad for the Luberon

Enter through an impressive stone arch to discover this 16th-century fortified manor house with a gorgeous communal dining and seating area

A traditional Breton stone cottage, two minutes from the sea, with a large, leafy garden and glamping with activities in the summer months

A neat, recently restored townhouse inside Panicale's medieval walls with plenty of space and everything within walking distance

A charming nook for two in pretty Barrington village with a foodie pub mere steps away and Somerset at your feet

Escape to your own snug bolthole above a beautiful hall. Creative village community, tasty breakfast delivered, come and go as you please

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London