French elegance meets English comfort in Paris by St Germain. Organic croissants, crisp duvets, an open fire... a favourite of many guests

An open-plan kitchen, sunny terrace and fruitful gardens shine at this private hillside villa. From here, it's easy to ski, swim or sunbathe

A fine romantic setting for this delightful bolthole with sea views – nature lovers, walkers, dreamers and the simply loved-up will be happy

'Pinch me' views over Lake Como, a stony beach below, Varenna on your doorstep... these chic apartments are in an idyllic spot

Historic, indulgent, atmospheric – and the Contessa is so warm. Vineyards, restaurants, operas, walks...La dolce vita on Slovenia's border

A peaceful and unpretentious spot for a digital detox with long walks up on the moors and fabulous views from the top

You’re wrapped in parkland here and close to the coast, gardens and war memorials. A treat of a stop-over for foodies

A botanical beauty deep in the Loire Valley, this elegant house has history and heart in abundance

Remote and rural, this cosy cottage is a slice of Welsh heaven, with plenty to do and see just a short drive away

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

Comfortable and cosy B&B with superb food, tucked away on a dairy farm in the very quietest part of Pembrokeshire near the coast path

Spend restful days in a verdant garden, slip into the cooling pool, sip wine on your private balcony, stroll into arty Benissa

Traditional accommodation and organic food; handy for Bari but set peacefully in the countryside near Toritto, famed for its almonds

Spread out in much style with friends or family in a beautifully renovated Victorian farmhouse at the foot of the Howgill fells

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

An elegant home with an easy atmosphere – Andrea is a great host. Comfortable bedrooms with window seats overlook the pretty walled gardens

Find a stunning entrance hall and quirky interiors at this colourful and comfortable 1890 olive mill sitting pretty in the National Park

A great base from which to explore beautiful Pembrokeshire - walk by the coast, take to the hills, check out ancient St Davids