Such a special place, right on the historic Georgian quay – a cosy, friendly place with dogs, children and families welcome in all parts

Agriturismo at its best - delightful hosts, communal meals of superb home-grown food, homely rooms, a garden filled with fragrant flowers...

A Georgian manor house in the old quarter of Penzance, close to the water, with good food and a chilled vibe

Immersed in vines and valleys, a glorious Girondine villa in which to gather close to Saint-Émilion – come together, walk, read, reconnect

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

There’s a calm feel to this three-storey cottage, close to the centre of Bridport and the beach. Great for families, walkers and dogs

Come to be doused in nature, tradition and rare Vino Santo at this soulful retreat, girded by orchards between the Dolomites and Lake Garda

Dreamy, languid beauty outside and in at this spacious, airy, arty house in typical Pugliese countryside

No-nonsense farm conversions with open, airy rooms and good big showers sharing a pool, a playground and fabulous views. Great walks, too

A charming B&B in south Sardinia, near Cagliari: circled by palms and cypresses, overlooking sweet-smelling lemon & orange groves. Bliss

A delightful retreat perfectly placed for walking, cycling and visiting some of the region’s most popular sights

Escape your cares here, move from terrace to terrace tracking the sun's progress and dive into the sea from your own swimming platform

High ceilings and exposed stone walls give a light, bright and rustic feel to this restored barn with fabulous views over a lush valley

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

Surround yourselves with incredible artwork from established and emerging artists at this cottage - a Sawday's Community Champion

Come to slow down and be well fed at this beautiful 14th-century manor with 60 acres of grounds and views across the Cotswolds

There's a lovely welcome at this manoir near the sea with its family-friendly room arrangements (cottages, kitchens) and its outdoor pool

A laidback retreat, well placed for visiting some of the most popular Tuscan gems, with a sparkling pool, traditional meals & charming hosts