3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

Dreamy, divine and close to Borghetto, a romantic escape for nature lovers, city folk... with swans, geese, herons and frog chorus

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

A picture-perfect village and a beautifully refurbished 17th-century inn with a cracking bar, stylish bedrooms and delicious pub food

Elegant house deep in the countryside with wild garden, dreamy pool, and bags of vintage charm. A promise of peace and perfect solitude

In a commanding position surrounded by private land, this old manor house is excellently equipped and ideal for a big family holiday

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

Classic crofter’s cottage with a minimalist chic makeover - soft colours, designer lighting - surrounded by peace; a romantic hideaway

An Art Deco hotel in Lisbon's heart – all wood, chrome and marble, trendy lights, period photos in the bar, and the funicular to Bairro Alto

Two family-friendly gites (big groups can take both) with beautiful gardens, sparkling pool, activities for children and peace for parents

Stay in a lovely 18th-century townhouse in one of the prettiest villages on the Loire surrounded by unspoilt countryside

At the gates of a country estate, two quirky hexagonal lodge houses with private outdoor seating and acres of grounds for walks and picnics

Refurbished police HQ in the centre of Bristol, minutes from the bus station, shops and pretty harbourside - a Sawday’s Community Champion

The oldest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

An eye-catching ancient inn with a colourful flower garden in summer, delicious local food and very presentable bedrooms

A gorgeous inn lost in lush country with hammocks in the garden, sofas in the drawing room and lovely local food in the popular restaurant

Swing off the main road through the village, up into the hills along a narrow track and through a gate, observed by curious sheep

Countryside and seaside all in one go – what could be more inspiring? Lovely Louisa lives down the road, on hand if you need her