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

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

Plenty of restful, comfortable space indoors and out in the Mediterranean garden with its courtyard pool – restaurants to walk to

Close to the expansive north Norfolk coast, this is a contemporary hotel with a laid-back vibe and excellent food

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

A cosy nest on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, with sparkling lagoon views from a top-floor living area

A sculptor's studio, flooded with light, converted into a restful holiday home surrounded by glorious countryside, near Totnes

Tranquil B&B in a house built by the Templars in the 14th century. Go hiking, biking or wine-tasting nearby, or simply relax by the pool

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes

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

Up and away to a truly wild Welsh experience from this ancient stone house sitting on a ridge, with stunning valley and mountain views

Perfect luxury in deepest Normandy: gorgeous gardens, a heavenly pool, and interiors worthy of an art gallery

A delightful old Quinta within a Quinta. Find banana trees, vines and lots of greenery within a 20-minute walk of the centre of town

A spiritual, rustic retreat for nature-lovers, writers, artists. In protected woodland, well away from bustle, close to the lapping river

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

The living is easy here: laze in the subtropical garden, float in the saltwater pool, let the kids play and meet other guests over dinner

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

A mid 1800s converted farmhouse and a cottage in a quiet hamlet with private gardens and lovely grounds, just 15 minutes from the coast