Spacious rooms and a cosy apartment a stone’s throw from Avignon’s historic sights. Retire to the heated pool after a busy day sightseeing

Historic village inn with wonderful cooking and a Provençal-style courtyard garden; drive to the Jurassic Coast in half an hour

A perfectly restored medieval borgo on twin Chianti hilltops, with lavender fields, honey bees and clear views to the Apennines

At the heart of fascinating Palermo, splendid aristocratic hosts welcome you to their historic family mansion filled with heirlooms

Rural peace just an hour from London in your own gorgeous converted hay barn, ten minutes from Alton

A very pretty Victorian gothic house of limestone and brick, sitting peacefully on the edge of the village, eight miles from foodie Ludlow

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

Imperious old coaching inn lost in deep country with a river to fish, five-mile views, delicious rooms and some very tasty food

This civilised bolthole offers a quiet retreat, castle views and the magic of Edinburgh on your doorstep

Come for very comfortable B&B suites with garden views in a converted 1880s barn with its own charming sitting and dining rooms

A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

A cosy and relaxing village inn in the heart of the unspoilt Ebble Valley (wonderful for walkers) with fresh bedrooms and excellent food

Bedrooms have seersucker linen, doors open to the countryside and Beaune is a hop away. David and Niels ensure a memorable stay

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Anglo-Irish meets Italian and Indian; the owners have peppered this charming home with furniture and artefacts from their broad travels

Come to be inspired - by the buildings, the art, the concept and the rich history. You should be very comfortable too, and well fed

For artists, walkers and peace seekers - authentic simplicity at this mountain hideaway with an infinity pool and breathtaking views

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