A pleasing (not very little) place to stay in the heart of a wood within the unspoilt countryside of the South Downs National Park

Filled with interesting finds, antiques and artefacts, this is a charming cabin hideaway for couples on the banks of the Kingsbridge Ria

Two peaceful olive grove farmhouses, a shared pool with incredible views, hours of hiking along beautiful trails, Pisa and Lucca nearby

An impressive limestone house on three levels created within the ruins of an ancient village with uninterrupted views of the Vézère valley

A fine country manor house on the edge of a village, peacefully surrounded by gardens and trees, and close to the D-Day landing beaches

A stunner of a setting for this restored croft house with long views to a sparkling loch and a lively village nearby. Good beaches too

You have complete independence in your own wing beside the owner's house, with much space, a sparkling pool and balconies with views

An elegant townhouse made up of two apartments on a lively piazza a short stroll from the sea. Live like a local in pretty Monopoli

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

A smart launch pad for visiting all things Champagne-related and Reims with its enchanting cathedral. All is cosy, luxurious...

A sustainably-designed small, family-run eco hotel within a nature park by the sea in stunning Basque country. Great food too

A fine designer house and pool above the coastal hurly-burly and one of the loveliest coves in Spain, backing onto a nature park. Happy hols

You’ll eat well here, among locals who love the food. The village is quiet, the rooms serenely modern. A great base for a holiday en famille

Tucked down a private driveway, this restored 19th-century farm building offers superb breakfasts, well-dressed beds and a beautiful garden

Perched in gorgeous gardens and with stunning views, this 18th-century presbytery has lovely rooms and an excellent gourmet restaurant

A chalet-with-everything: great mountain style, space and comfort with views of Mont Blanc, a sauna and bubbling hot tub

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city