Pristine and elegant rural farmhouse with sophisticated interiors and lovely owners who go the extra mile to make your stay special

Where sea and woodland meet, an inspiring and beautiful haven with estuary views; a gourmet’s delight and Honfleur down the road

This stylish B&B is foodie heaven. Its eclectic, multicultural menu - and décor to match - make for a special getaway to the Cornish coast

A dear little gingerbread-style house in the prettiest part of the estate with your own pontoon and boat on the edge of a shimmering lake

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

A comfortable and characterful 1775 gatekeeper's lodge on the Mount Congreve Estate with access to the magnificent gardens

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

Chocolate-box cottages in deepest Normandy, owned by bright young things with a passion for organic cuisine and the good life

A delightful holiday home for a big family or group of close friends. Children and dogs can charge about safely, you can unwind completely

Painting courses on request, gardens full of roses, a parasol’d terrace, a seductive pool… we love this welcoming, traditional hotel

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

Characterful mansion in west Wales set in 10 acres of greenery with a lake; glorious beaches and good restaurants are a short drive away

Delightful almshouse, steeped in history, in a peaceful churchyard setting with far-reaching countryside views

A very tastefully restored old stone stable on a gloriously rural estate with woodland gardens, lake and a deer park

This friendly, Scottish island B&B has the Atlantic at the end of the garden and air so clean the lichen grows like beards from the trees

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

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

A scented garden, delicious local delicacies and those coastal landscapes. This place is a sensory feast