On the banks of the river Avon, a handy Park & Ride from Georgian Bath, this charming pub is hugely popular, and rightly so!

A handsome house with breath-taking mountain views: perfect for summer holidays and walking in spring and autumn

A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

A semi-detached 19th-century stone cottage, scrupulously renovated with indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and terrace in a quiet spot

An upmarket, very comfortable old stone village house with tasty breakfasts and a sunny courtyard full of colourful flowers

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

A smartly refurbished village pub with its own micro-brewery and a huge emphasis on cooking great food from a network of local suppliers

A working farm with well renovated ancient buildings among 200 acres of pastures and forest. It's quiet here in the glorious Périgord

Come for history, wildlife and a stunning garden estate with acres to roam. Bring children and dogs too. Fabulous

A classic period property right on the river, perfectly placed to explore the delights of nearby Marlborough

Elegant historic house set in acres of grounds transports you to a bygone belle époque (with all mod cons)

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

Unwind and feel part of the family in beautiful rural Yorkshire. The farmhouse is rambling and peaceful, rooms are comfy, breakfast generous

A small, quirky country house hotel with lovely staff, pretty rooms and heavenly food served in a pillared dining room

Five tranquil apartments surrounded by Tuscan countryside just over half an hour's drive from Siena - hire them all for a group holiday

An oh-so-special B&B in Palermo's ancient heart. This city at the edge of Europe, with its Arab-Norman-Byzantine heritage, is fascinating

Glorious views across Northumberland countryside from this peaceful and comfortable cottage with almost an acre of garden

Sun-dappled walks along the romantic avenues, big bedrooms, breakfasts inside or out, a laid-back atmosphere and great markets nearby