Friendly hosts, good food and clever design in this house looking over Kilmartin Glen. Slow down, watch the sunrise and marvel at the peace

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

A striking cabin, drenched in light, with views over open countryside to the Sugar Loaf in the distance

A townhouse with a walled garden by the church in a peaceful village where friendly Scottish owners feed and look after you well

High above Lisbon, this small but elegant former palace offers stunning views, stylishly rustic rooms and a dreamy, sun-trap patio

Come for peace, art, photography and go out for delicious food near Galicia’s ‘seafood coast’. One of Spain’s undiscovered gems

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes

The views are breathtaking over forest and field from this lovely barn conversion on a working farm, for special gatherings

A restful space with a pretty garden in a quiet Derbyshire village - the pub a short stroll away and Chatsworth near

High on a hill in the Tyne Valley, undisturbed except by birds singing and the wind whistling; views swoop down to a magical landscape

Unwind here with wine tours, tastings, long walks, bird watching, cycling, or just chilling.Sleep peacefully, feel at home

Live like a local at these rustic apartments with a shared courtyard; walk to restaurants and shops, take the ferry to the beach

1800s coastal watchtower meets organic farm at a small hotel with a proud restaurateur and sea views from high mezzanine rooms

A honey-hued stone farmhouse or a stylish cottage – both are deep in delicious countryside with lovely walks by the rambling river

An adorable little 1800s cottage with a garden – simple, unpretentious and filled with the owner's colourful art on walls and lampshades

Charming cottage surrounded by acres of wildflower meadows: drive to Newport in 15 minutes, walk the Pembrokeshire coastline

Families can unwind at this lovely old higgledy-piggledy farmhouse in typical southern Algarve style, with a big pool and lush greenery

An elegant hotel that feels like a well-kept secret, with charming staff, understated rooms and great restaurants a short walk away