A red-brick cottage and Shepherd’s hut in a magical garden with a cookery school and views over the South Downs

Hilltop château on the edge of a small village half an hour from Saint-Émilion, with a lovely garden, a swimming pool and two lakes

Blissful tranquillity - yet an easy drive from St Paul de Vence (legendary haunt of Matisse and Picasso) and 10km from the Riviera

A charming inn on the village green with beautiful interiors - you’ll find low ceilings, pretty rooms and a fire that burns on cold days.

Superb views, scenic walks and a huge range of activities all within easy reach of this beautifully restored property

Traditional bedrooms lie under the beams of this fascinating country mansion - a grand, hospitable B&B near St Malo and sand beaches

A snug Snowdonia bolthole arranged around a vast boulder, once home to Victorian artists inspired by the setting. For romantic hikers

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this comfortable cottage; a dining terrace with uplifting sea views and arching views of Kerry

A magical chateau set in the forested hills of Burgundy with lovely rooms, peaceful walks, home cooking and a merry welcome

Charming trulli apartments promise rustic comfort and panoramic views (horses too). Perfectly placed for exploring the area

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

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

Come for a traffic-free medieval hamlet in sleepy Maremma with easy-going hosts, a beautiful garden and views over the valley

A delightful coastal house with lush courtyard gardens, masses of space, home office and terraces galore

Big, beautiful Moorish-style villa for parties of up to 10, near mountains, coast and Granada. The rooftop views are jaw-dropping…

Historic 19th-century maison de maître, perfect for a gathering of friends, within walking distance of the old town’s charms

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