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

Where sea and woodland meet, an inspiring and beautiful haven with estuary views; a gourmet’s delight and Honfleur down the road

Delightful, rustic retreat for families, romantic couples and singles. Food, views and owners are lovely

Historic inn offering classic pub food with a modern twist, immaculate rooms and glorious countryside for miles around

A three storey house and garden with sea glimpses in the 'vieux village' named for the Mimosa trees which flower in profusion in winter

Creative owners have made a gorgeous, arty space for couples or a small group of friends; good beaches and Salcombe are close

Splash under the Elephant Arch, take a boat to the caves, set off for Tunisia! Then it’s back to a super-private room by the sea

Bright and spacious barn for two and a baby on the South Downs Way, close to Brighton and the coast

Lovely owners have created this quirky space on their farm; side-by-side al fresco baths make it romantic for two

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

In the heart of the East Sussex countryside, a fun community inn, with rustic-historic bedrooms, scrumptious food, and a great welcome for dogs

Immerse yourselves in nature on this estate with walled gardens, wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands - a Sawday's Community Champion

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

Unwind here in the rolling hills with the river bustling along, your own secluded garden and an unpretentious cottage full of character

High in the Tuscan hills, at the end of an avenue of cypresses, surrounded by parkland and acres of olives... a 13th-century dream

You’re in Snowdonia National Park: cycle, hike, swim, climb & trampoline to your heart’s content. Come home to comfort, warmth, grand views

Walk, ride, bike or canoe, climb a mountain, head for Hay, then return to a comfortable bar, warm bedrooms and delicious food

A tranquil and tucked-away feel for this terraced cottage with private patio, communal garden and plenty of room for six