A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

A very grand façade for this handsome Charente village house with a beautiful, peaceful garden, creamy stone walls and olive trees

Close to Girona, with huge valley views! Cosy fires for cool days, shady corners for hot ones, lovely people, and the food a revelation

An historic, moated manor house dating from the 16th-century, fully restored and with all mod cons, including an indoor heated pool

A great place for relaxing in hidden corners or by the pool, and for parties. The dinner experiences in the vineyard are delightful and guests are truly cherished

An elegant palazzo with three swish apartments in the heart of Baroque Salento with a glorious roof terrace, just steps from Piazza Salandra

Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are close

A joy for foodies, peace seekers and lovers of period architecture… note the Honduran mahogany banister with inlaid jet and pearl

A relaxed country feel in this fine family villa. It has space and comfort for six with gardens, private pool, and tennis court

Eight miles from York, near Moors and coast, this smart historic home is just the ticket for families and small groups of friends

A 1750s farmhouse with a comfortable, informal feel resting in woodland. You're near to iconic tourist spots but hiding in the quiet woods

An 18th-century listed cottage in a pretty terrace with a private courtyard garden and pond, just a short walk from the high street

Painting courses on request, gardens full of roses, a parasol’d terrace, a seductive pool… we love this welcoming, traditional hotel

A lovely Victorian cottage on a quiet village road, traditional and comfortable inside and with a fully enclosed garden at the back

Come for hearty Lakeland adventures, pretty towns and villages, and a rather special stay in this warm and welcoming country inn

A honey-hued family home clad with vines and roses with a swimming pool and heaps of space – perfect for families

Kids range free, adults recharge in these two gites on a 17th-century estate with sunny gardens and a pool. Hike, bike, swim, relax...

Up in the hills, with Hay Bluff towering beside, this old stone house is sheltered in the valley with the brook rushing past to a waterfall