Tour the cellars or wander the history-rich château and grounds. A truly pretty place

Cast yourselves away to this beautiful island and a bright, spacious apartment with a rooftop terrace bang in the middle of the town square

Stay just two kilometres from Siena's medieval gates with views over vineyards, lovely interiors, good food and pleasant gardens

Come for the gorgeous, wild North York Moors and this very pretty 1911 stone cottage in the grounds of an elegant manor house

This shuttered, stone maison in Gascony on the Santiago de Compostela pilgrims' route is a joy for families to spend time together

A beguiling retreat for a couple or a family of four – feel cosy and secluded in a thatched cottage close to the coast

A small, quirky country house hotel with lovely staff, pretty rooms and heavenly food served in a pillared dining room

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

Lavender shortbread and baked peaches for breakfast at this most artistic of homes. The courtyard with magnolia and orange trees is lovely

A very special place to stay, immersed in the architecture and history of the city as well as its traditions, culture, food and wine

A warm and convivial place steeped in French history with an interesting, kind host who really looks after you. Under an hour from Paris too

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

A perfect spot with views of hills, forest and vines, below the beautiful village of Castelnau de Montmiral. Walks, wildlife, wine tours...

A big old house with a lovely pool, surrounded by ancient olives just 3kms from the sea and deep in the heart of Bandol wine country

Immerse yourself in over ten thousand olive trees, wander through lemon and orange groves, eat wonderful food cooked by a Pugliese chef

Light, bright and smartly decorated, this grown-up B&B is a calm retreat from the hectic whirl near charming Colwell Bay, Isle of Wight

A three storey house and garden with sea glimpses in the 'vieux village' named for the Mimosa trees which flower in profusion in winter

For retreats, groups of friends, and big families: come to recharge the senses at this special and ancient house enveloped by wild gardens