Heart-soaring Pyrenean views, animals roaming, natural materials in simple rural rooms, organic food: it’s a superbly welcoming eco-lodge

A renovated, comfy Victorian cottage behind a small village pub, a hub for the local community and with good food, ales and wine

Feather pillows, welcome goodies, an extensive batterie de cuisine... the hosts are super generous, the views are to die for

A self-catering apartment in the wing of a traditional Burgundian winemaker's house in a tiny hamlet, surrounded by fields of vines

For lovers of tranquillity and simple pleasures with a private pool, tennis court, stunning views and forty acres to explore

Wonky floors and handmade beds in a restored coaching inn for 4, 6 or 8 - sociable evenings round the farmhouse table, walks from the door

Traditional B&B in a beautiful château bursting with history and surrounded by formal gardens, then farmland and two fine rivers

A celebration of all things Somerset in a thatched village opposite the church and close to National Trust Barrington Court and Gardens

A sophisticated and friendly Basque beauty overlooking the Bay of Biscay, in Txakoli vineyard country – prepare to be thoroughly spoilt

You’re right in the midst of Portuguese life here: cafés, shops and restaurants buzz and there are panoramic views from the roof terrace

In pretty Vernon, a peaceful and comfortably large townhouse with roses rambling around the door

Fine toiletries, cots for babies, and an owl to hoot you to sleep! Effortless comfort, a super pool and style in the heart of Finistère

On the edge of the South Downs, this smartly renovated pub with contemporary rooms serves seasonal home cooked food and a warm welcome

A very grand façade for this handsome Charente village house with a beautiful, peaceful garden, creamy stone walls and olive trees

The views are sensational, the bedrooms full of charm and higgledy-piggledy beams. Sip Perigord Noir on the terrace and amble to the market

A converted old granary next to a traditional Welsh longhouse in a deeply rural setting for unfussy nature lovers

Lots of space and much to do for families and friends: it’s a short walk to Lee Bay, the coastal path or the village pub

A traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens