Glorious views across Northumberland countryside from this peaceful and comfortable cottage with almost an acre of garden

A rustic haven in Vouvray wine country: bask on sun beds near the elegant pool, cosy up to the wood-burner, relax in your beautiful bedroom

A smart village local with original timber frames, a lively bar, elegant rooms and delicious food from the fields around you

Medieval manor house and busy farm. A welcoming atmosphere, big bedrooms, breakfast in the baronial great hall by the cosy log fire

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast

Find a stunning entrance hall and quirky interiors at this colourful and comfortable 1890 olive mill sitting pretty in the National Park

Lovely views over the river Anglin from the large windows of this old industrial-like building, once used for honey production on the estate

A bright and beautiful six-bedroom house with lovely mature gardens in the glorious Lake District: bring your entire tribe plus the dog

Mesmerising sea views from this big comfortable hillside house near Deià with a big pool, verdant gardens and sun-trapping terraces

A Cotswolds hideaway in a cottage on a farm, with space to roam for children, and glorious valley views

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

A smart stone house with huge gardens and a barrel sauna nestled in a valley between mountains and sea - perfect for lovers of the outdoors

Loved by estate-workers, visitors, well-heeled locals, and walkers, this spruced-up pub is a friendly launchpad for Chatsworth

Smart cottage perched on a hill above Broadway with a music room and a hot tub in the pretty Cotswolds

Delightful almshouse, steeped in history, in a peaceful churchyard setting with far-reaching countryside views

A stylish farm renovation with pools, gym, and flower-filled gardens - find rural tranquillity close to Brittany’s most famous landmarks

On the side of a hill in the little-known Marche, a happy young farmhouse with an elegant saltwater pool, and wonderful meals from Kelda

Characterful and family-friendly apartments on this lovely wine-country estate: great hosts, glorious grounds and pool, home-grown food