A small, stylish hotel lost in the country with beautiful rooms, excellent food, fine walking and a river passing directly outside

An exquisite Provençal home for a large party, hidden behind grand gates in a small village surrounded by the pine-scented Alpilles

Immersed in vines and valleys, a glorious Girondine villa in which to gather close to Saint-Émilion – come together, walk, read, reconnect

Dine on wholesome farmhouse food, explore the lovely garden or catch up on your sleep in generous king-size beds. Pretty Cadaqués is close

Glorious Elizabethan manor house lovingly furnished with exceptional art and antiques by its welcoming owners

The living is easy here: laze in the subtropical garden, float in the saltwater pool, let the kids play and meet other guests over dinner

A rather grand, opulent house with warm owners, interesting furniture and art and some fine Renaissance architectural elements intact

A cool little inn lost in beautiful hills, child- and dog-friendly, with happy staff and award-winning food

A fine old house packed with grand old things above Portree Bay in the middle of Skye - homely bedrooms, some huge, are a treat

A superb escape for groups of friends just a short walk from Salcombe for beaches, bars and boats

You will fall in love with this very special Tuscan agriturismo between the mountains and sea: peace and simplicity prevail

Come for peace, comfort and beauty in a sunny corner of Provence at the foot of Mont Ventoux. Cafes, market, restaurants a 15-minute stroll!

A delightful eco-friendly, off-grid bolthole in the Northumberland National Park with much comfort, massive views and in a Dark Sky area

An enchanting Belle Epoque villa with a terraced garden and superb views across palm trees and vines to Mont Saint-Michel

Lovely old manor house and clever garden with a relaxed, happy vibe and home-baked or homegrown treats on arrival and at breakfasts

Bring boots, maps, your dog and an appetite for high places and deep comfort in this restored farm conversion

Three beautiful spaces for a much-awaited gathering of friends and family. Share the glorious gardens, swim in the pool, create memories

No-nonsense farm conversions with open, airy rooms and good big showers sharing a pool, a playground and fabulous views. Great walks, too