Two lovely places to stay down by the shore of Clew Bay for much peace, space and modern comforts in a magical watery world

You're on an ancient packhorse trail just a stone's throw from the coast. There's a timeless feel to this place and the peace is deep

Well-positioned winery for the whole of the Bordeaux region. Or stay put and learn about the Duhamels’ super organic Cotes de Bourg wines

A serene restaurant-hotel on Chesil beach, with a perfect view of the big blue sea. How restorative can a hotel be?

A big, beamed contemporary barn filled with light and surrounded by unspoilt countryside for a romantic retreat.

A converted coach house and stables, now one long cottage with much space, a country house feel and your own walled garden

A well-equipped cottage with a big beautiful garden and murmuring brook. Come for peace, wildlife, a welcome cocktail, and grand walking

Three comfortable stone houses clustered around the owners' home. Glorious views spread out below you across rolling countryside

What do you do with a down-at-heel roadside inn? You get Mhor to come and turn it into a quirky base with their funky style and lovely food

A lovely old traditional pub with a merry fire, locals and dogs, a bright conservatory, large garden and excellent food, especially fish

One of England's oldest coaching inns, full of history and wonky floors, on a Surrey market town's high street

Come for the space and silence, the birds and the beach; soak up wild vistas, warm yourself by the fire pit - a Sawday's Community Champion

An absolutely charming former cart shed, with a magnificent view of the moated château and the park, with private sauna and shared pool

Up in the Cévennes, this big, beautiful family house has superb views, a fine kitchen, lots of space and masses to do and see

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

Stunning Tuscan views over the Tiber valley from the gorgeous pool and gardens and very comfortable living spaces at this home-from-home

Proper village pub with much-praised food and cosy rooms; country walks lead from the door and Oxford is half an hour away

A babbling brook, the sound of birdsong and centuries of history steeped into the walls of this medieval barn, plus a heated indoor pool