A grand yet very homely place with tasty home cooking and 200 acres to explore. Play golf, sail, cycle – wonderfully informal

Round up family and friends and head for the glorious South Hams and this eco-friendly barn conversion for ten with extra cottage

Green and serene, a striking array of eco cottages on a family farm where style and comfort reign, close to the coast but far from the crowd

A tranquil agriturismo within easy reach of Padua. Superb views of the Euganean Hills, chic bedrooms and fine wine to sample

Welcome to authentic Andalucía… a friendly foodie B&B in a farming community surrounded by olive groves, midway between Córdoba & Granada

A lovely old farmhouse, slate hung and elegant, in the heart of this gorgeous group of buildings hiding in lush countryside

Feel at ease in a lovely old townhouse filled with pictures and personality and including a separate loft apartment

Hilltop farmhouse converted into a light and spacious, contemporary country house where vintage and modern happily mix. Stunning views, too

Two lovely cottages, packed with atmosphere, character and comfort in a magical timeless valley surrounded by nature

Come to recharge in the lovely Loire valley at this fine château surrounded by mature gardens and green countryside

Steps from the sea in get-away-from-it-all scenery – half an hour’s walk from St Ives’ arty heart. Sleeps 4 with pull-out beds for 2 more

A country house, elegant and unstuffy, at the heart of a working Lazio olive farm. Lunch by the pool or unwind at the hot spring spa

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

Come for an oasis of peace - no crowds in the National Park, just olive groves, mountain views and tranquil nature

A deceptively roomy 300-year-old stone cottage, with front-facing windows overlooking the harbour - just a short walk up to town

Historic old house in a beautiful, traditional village. Boulangerie, bar, crêperie all a stroll away

Traditional Provencal farmhouse with a large garden and a swimming pool. Historic villages with markets and great restaurants close by

Enfolded in gentle Dorset hills and surrounded by trees, a perfect wooden hut for 2 near beaches, River Cottage HQ and many beautiful walks