Come for sublime Highland scenery, birds and wildlife, long walks and complete peace and tranquillity

Two elegantly renovated spaces with wonderful views, lots of activities and large gardens for making memories with family and friends

Explore ‘Green Provence’ on e-bikes, enjoy the pool and calm of a Mediterranean garden surrounded by vineyards. Return to a delicious dinner

Secluded place with home-grown food, much peace and walks by the river for a couple (or small family). Courses and solo retreats too

This gloriously off-grid stone farmhouse surrounded by untamed nature will suit those who revel in taking life at a more measured pace

A niftily converted barn with high vaulted ceiling sitting on a hill with wonderful views over a newly-created lake and the Stour Valley

Comfortable redbrick cottage with views on the Heydon Hall estate. It’s delightfully rural, yet close to Reepham for pubs and shops

A beautiful little collection of trulli near the Valle d’Itria – restored with flair and with gardens, woods and pool

Small country hotel in a riverside setting near Giverny, with a superb restaurant and a charming village a few minutes’ walk away

Gorgeously rural pub with rooms nestled in a leafy Somerset valley: sweet bedrooms, fantastic menus, and charming owners. Dog friendly, too

A gorgeous inn lost in lush country with hammocks in the garden, sofas in the drawing room and lovely local food in the popular restaurant

A mix of bold colours, modern art and vintage finds give this classic French mansion bags of personality

In truffle, lavender and olive oil country, a dreamy wine château with terraced gardens, run by hosts whose happiness is infectious

Take breakfast on the terrace, splash in the fabulous pool. A secluded, friendly, immaculate villa close to golf and surfing beaches

A grand old chartreuse, dating from 1649, with terrace, garden and pool surrounded by tranquil countryside and near a pretty village

Starry skies, wild beauty and total peace are yours in these sustainable, solar-powered eco-lodges

Rustic farmhouse with two and a half acres of landscaped gardens, a swimming pool and views over the Pyrenees – the sunrises are amazing

A delightful mix of old and new in a conservation village with a four-acre garden that attracts all the local birds. Guests love it here