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

Come for a sense of complete peace surrounded by country and coast with wonderful interiors to boot – a bolthole for two (plus two)

A peaceful, romantic village escape for couples, plus a babe-in-arms, attached to the welcoming owners' home in the Scottish Borders

In the National Park with all its glories (Ashbourne for antiques, Chatsworth for history, Bakewell for its market), a sweet village cottage

Tranquil manor house deep in Bordeaux wine region with six acres of grounds, a tennis court and swimming pool

Gaze on Umbrian hills as the children play, watch the fireflies dance at night. Dine fabulously in Gubbio - or here. Sociable-family bliss

An attractive converted stable with covered veranda, private garden and views over rolling countryside, minutes from the coast

Dinner fresh from the garden with your creative hosts is an absolute delight. Roam unspoilt countryside, visit châteaux and vineyards galore

The beautiful Amalfi coast is the sublime setting for these two suites with a shared courtyard, citrus trees and stunning coastal views

Wrapped in fields and woods, this big traditional house has crisply furnished interiors and plenty of gadgets. Terraced gardens and pool too

Glorious, thoughtful food, ales and wines using 'as much good stuff they can lay their hands on' at this restaurant with lovely rooms

A honey-hued stone farmhouse or a stylish cottage – both are deep in delicious countryside with lovely walks by the rambling river

A treat of a country retreat in the North York Moors National Park with lovely high ceilings, a log-burner, much comfort and fabulous views

A small, trendy hotel, very much of its time, with oodles of style, stunning bedrooms and fantastic staff

Take your time here. Lucy will take you round her wonderful garden, introduce you to her donkeys, and share her laid-back approach

3 lovely cottages in the heart of Cognac vines for cosy nights by the fire and summer barbecues by the pool

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