A charming gite tucked into acres of ancient parkland, with an outdoor kitchen and deer wandering by at dusk

Tucked away privately in part of a spectacular listed manor house, this apartment has wonderful views across to Hartland and the sea

An immaculately restored 1500s palazzo, filled with history, art, antiques and books in the buzzing heart of a charming town

A converted 19th-century church in the Northumberland National Park with beautiful stained-glass windows and a restored tower

A slice of rural heaven close to the Pembrokeshire coast - good rooms, hearty food, wonderful walks and beautiful beaches wait

Elegant country château with a family feel, for big groups with or without children, and those who seek inspiration

Close to Hexham's centre, a quietly charismatic Victorian home with fresh flowers, homemade bread, sunny courtyard and a friendly little dog

Rustic, quirky and layered with history, this is an exquisite slice of traditional Sicilian life, with welcoming and generous hosts

Taste the wine, plunge into the granite pool, play billiards in the library, linger outdoors as swallows swoop – eat delicious local dishes

Pretty, thatched, perfectly round: a romantic village bolthole with retro touches. Grab flip-flops, leads and run the dogs on Pendower beach

Beautiful, and with a delightfully rambling garden, this early 16th-century manor has bags of room for happy days with family or friends

Drink a toast to your good fortune as you gaze across to Elba from a vast free-standing bath. You breakfast on the view-filled terrace

The South West Coast Path passes by this waterfront pub on the Teign estuary. Come for fresh bedrooms, classic dishes and excellent walking

Serene retreat in the French countryside with elegant interiors and impeccable hosting from the lovely Anne-Laure

A gem of a house in a lovely unspoilt village with an intelligent, interesting owner who gives you delicious food and local wines

Huge picture windows, oak floors, contemporary furnishings and stunning views. Pool, tennis court, gym and Jacuzzi too

A converted old granary next to a traditional Welsh longhouse in a deeply rural setting for unfussy nature lovers

20 minutes’ walk from Gordes and a hop from Aix, find grownup peace and minimalism for lovers of modern style and timeless Provence