A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

Rooms in the house overlook the vineyard, the lodges are surrounded by it - check out the vines, then drink their wine with a good dinner

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

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

A peaceful and unpretentious spot for a digital detox with long walks up on the moors and fabulous views from the top

A quintessential Grade II listed thatched cottage with glorious gardens near a 13th-century church and surrounded by rolling hills

In a leafy, peaceful part of Frome - a very civilised bolthole for two. A big garden is yours to share, friendly owners live next door

A unique opportunity to switch off and unwind in a simple, historic cottage with a terraced, bucolic garden surrounded by wooded hills

The holiday starts on the bumpy track along to this Arts & Crafts style modern house with plenty of space and a wrap-around garden

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

A delightful home-from-home village house with large gardens and walks from the door – perfect for families

Spacious gîte in a former hunting lodge, set on one of the oldest estates in Pézenas, for a relaxing getaway with family and friends

Come to stay in a fine old townhouse with elegant proportions, high ceilings and a rambling, English-style garden close to Mont Saint-Michel

Live like a local. Art lovers, book lovers and walkers will be happy here above an art gallery in the centre of town

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

A glamourous escape in central Nice. Creative art-filled interiors, a fabulous tropical garden, sumptuous buffet breakfasts, pool and spa

A beautiful old mill straddling the river Wensum, now a peaceful inn with tasty local and seasonal food, a lovely garden and comfy rooms