Near Southwold - rich colours, fresh flowers and exotica! Fields for the dogs, walled gardens for you, logs, umbrellas, digital showers...

This cosy little house with garden and orchard is near to one of France's best trout fishing lakes and has double-height ceilings

A characterful coaching inn in a lively market town surrounded by manicured countryside - Chester's mighty Roman walls are close

A sweet little gîte for two in the centre of a dreamy medieval village. Happily private but with loads to explore from your door

The old family house, all antiques, mementoes and period atmosphere, has fine big rooms and high-modern Italian showers. A lovely owner, too

A romantic little bolthole with a hot tub on the Penicuik Estate with well-thought-out interiors and dreamy views over pastures and woodland

Historic pub with immaculate new bedrooms and a happy atmosphere. A waterside terrace for summer, blazing open fires for winter

Fine contemporary interiors within this half-timbered hillside villa, built with natural materials and with a beautiful pool and jacuzzi

A flawlessly restored palazzo in the oldest part of town opposite an ancient monastery, with peaceful courtyard and a terrace with views

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

In off-the-beaten-track Tuscany, 2 peaceful apartments in a former haybarn, both carefully renovated with antique furniture

Sweet, peaceful cottage tucked into a quiet lane and within popping distance to all of Ludlow's historical and culinary delights

A serene retreat, deep in forested hills with lovely gardens, the river rushing through and a very comfortable, calming and spacious house

Come for much comfort in both buildings which face each other across the garden, plus a pool, lake, yoga and fitness studios

This warm and friendly little hotel is on a mission - to give you really good food, excellent wine and a very comfortable night's sleep

Be inspired by hilltop views, unwind in beamed rooms by huge fireplaces or scramble down to the beach for family adventures

Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome

Generous, convivial space for big gatherings. A fantastic pool, plenty of outdoor space, and fun and games to keep everyone entertained