In a quaint village with a bakery, brasserie and shops, a handsome gîte with a wonderful pool and fashion museum

A hilltop setting for this ancient fortress with an illustrious past. You stay in apartments or farmhouses inside or outside the walls

An inviting B&B on a terraced Fulham street: greats hosts, a big, tranquil suite and continental breakfast in the courtyard on sunny days

Come for a spot of pampering and seriously good food at this smart townhouse B&B with spa, garden and pool in the heart of Abbeville

On top of sand dunes, this bright and airy cottage has glorious views, walks are lovely and you can bring your dog

A spacious and bright old sandstone farm building with private garden, all one one level and with lovely views over fields and countryside

Tranquil stone house with a rustic feel, a large garden with a swimming pool and views of the French Riviera and out to sea

Charming manor house B&B, packed with character, interest and history, sitting in extensive gardens and with elegant bedrooms

Walkers, bikers, families and nature fans will love staying with ever-helpful Joan and Montse in this secluded but not too remote valley

Come for glorious walking countryside and warm fuss-free Sally, who gives you freshly baked scones when you arrive and beautiful bedrooms

A sparkling house for two overlooking azure waters, starry skies and Stromboli’s light show - that’ll do nicely grazie

A very special design-led garden apartment on the ground floor of an elegant 1835 house on one of the prettiest crescents in the city

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

Walkers and wild-lifers, here is your place in the Pyrenees. Colour, character, a welcoming family, log fires and delicious home cooking

Stylish apartment overlooking a vibrant market in the old city, with restaurants and historic attractions in easy walking distance

Château apartments with a heated pool, parkland and a menagerie - Gold Beach and the British Normandy Memorial are on the doorstep

Expect magical views from this peaceful, eco-friendly barn in a mid-Wales valley - wonderful escape for two, or come with a group of friends