A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

Independent B&B with your own converted spaces sitting in a lovely garden with pool. Breakfast is served in the main house or on the terrace

At the end of the unpaved road, surrounded by oaks, chestnuts and pines, a wonderful surprise for families and children who love to explore

On its own wooded estate, a special manor house of character. Art on the walls, maps and wellies to borrow, gardens to romp in, super views

A tempting trio of retreats with unlimited access to exceptional gardens, and a welcome homemade cream tea. Come as a pair, or a small group

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

Warm interiors, pretty bedrooms and excellent breakfasts – good value in a very handy central spot

A reader writes, 'This place turned out to be one of life's wonderful experiences - a beautiful setting, gorgeous food, kindest of hosts...'

A serene retreat basking above the Algarve with sea views from the garden and pool, and charming Moorish details

Near to the sea, surrounded by pristine vineyards and sheltered by the walls of an ancient farmhouse, you'll feel secluded from tourists

Boutique hotel next to Funchal’s 15th-century cathedral, with a champagne and lobster bar, rooftop cocktail bar and an excellent restaurant

A family-run 1700s thatched Inn in a rural hamlet with super food, a grand team to look after you and picnic benches in a pretty garden

A restored Dordogne farmhouse with a dash of Scandi flair - heated pool, bucolic views, and beautifully designed bedrooms

A great spot for two plus two, with a decked area that gazes on copses, stream and treehouse. Wallow your cares away in the hot tub

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city

Once a coach house, now a split-level place to stay – you can walk to the river and it's just a short hop to central London

Breathe, relax in peaceful Provençal countryside: olives, lavender and budding fruit trees. Aix's lively markets are 10 minutes away

A charming comfy cottage with wood burner, delicious hilly views, walks radiating from the door. We didn’t want to leave!