A truly peaceful and charming hideout in a joyful, bird-filled setting - look after yourselves and retreat, or be thoroughly spoiled

Immerse yourself in nature, wildlife, sustainability and slow food high up on the edge of a National Park

Come for big skies, grand walking and hilly cycling. Style and comfort abound in this cottage set on the hillside with views to North Uist

Foodies will love the irresistible cooking - along with local wine and a typically Tuscan setting. Bedrooms are pretty

A beautiful villa, a cabin, a loft and a wagon on the sunny side of the harbour and a stroll from the beach. Faultless finds!

Stay in the very first holiday let in the history of this lovely little hamlet of nine houses, with a superb sailing club and a decent pub

Designed with style and comfort, peaceful, sophisticated and serene with countryside views. And you have your own lovely pool

Immaculate apartments with private patios and well-equipped kitchens share oleander-bright gardens and a chlorine-free pool

An elegant French château brimming with antiques and surrounded by landscaped lawns. Enjoy convivial dinners with the perfect host

In château parkland, 10 minutes from Chinon, find books, beams and open spaces for three renovated houses, a delight for families

Experience the pleasures of traditional Tuscan living with fabulous food and fine wines from the family vineyard

One of Scotland’s coolest hotels waits at the end of a four-mile track - you find loch, mountain and sky, and Tom’s fabulous food

Two grand stone houses in tranquil parkland with a heated pool, potager and plenty of space for groups. Chickens and charm included

A remote, rustic place for a digital detox - wildly romantic and perfect in summer with the doors open. Children can play in safety

The inn is the hub of this thriving village in 'the blue remembered hills' with great food and super rooms - a Sawday's Community Champion

A heated pool, charming B&B rooms and acres of beautiful grounds beside the Adour River - Bayonne and Biarritz are close

Up in the Cévennes, this big, beautiful family house has superb views, a fine kitchen, lots of space and masses to do and see