A captivating place for couples and families with fabulous views, pool and foodie hosts. River water sports, markets and vineyards near

An old-world inn full of colour, with open fires, cosy rooms, local food and the magnificent Northumberland National Park all around

Provençal charm floats through the ground floor of this 18th-century home in a vineyard near Lorgues. Walk, cycle, swim, enjoy the peace

An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

An interesting historic townhouse filled with art and antiques, in the old part of Amantea, near shops, restaurants and beach

Find history and splendour in bucketfuls on this huge, friendly, wooded domaine. A winning combination of modern luxury and ancient peace

Shady spots in the garden, a pool overlooked by tall palms, a bar nook stocked with drinks and a new spa in the Serra do Açor

The views are green, both cottages are homely and comfortable and the gardens have direct access to the riverbank footpath for walks

A cosy cottage on a farm down a long winding track, wonderfully rural with footpaths across fields or along the canal

Three eco-friendly, fully accessible timber-clad lodges and three cabins on a private, beautiful lake - a Sawday's Community Champion

Stay a while... lulled by lapping sea and fragrant hanging gardens - cool, light, balconied, classic, intimate, unpretentious

Come for a bright, roomy, uber-green and accessible larch-clad space with garden and pond in pretty countryside

A comfortable and characterful 1775 gatekeeper's lodge on the Mount Congreve Estate with access to the magnificent gardens

An 18th-century watermill with millrace and pond, now a smart B&B with a swimming pool and pretty gardens, run by charming English hosts

Tour the cellars or wander the history-rich château and grounds. A truly pretty place

A beautiful old mill straddling the river Wensum, now a peaceful inn with tasty local and seasonal food, a lovely garden and comfy rooms

A wonderful place to stay whether you enjoy golf or not, with big skies, sea views, sumptuous bedrooms, delicious food and attentive staff

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