Hear the rooting of wild boar and the odd splash of the pool. For those who love fresh air, great food, and the sweet hills of Umbria

Two peaceful olive grove farmhouses, hours of hiking along CAI trails, each offering a shared pool with incredible views, Pisa and Lucca only 20 minutes away

A delightful mix of old and new in a conservation village with a four-acre garden that attracts all the local birds. Guests love it here

Big house in peaceful lush oasis among the bananas, vines and aloe vera, a 20-minute walk down into Funchal

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

Spoiling bedrooms, good food, warm staff and the South West Coast Path tempting you from the doorstep. You and your dog will love it here

Spacious house with a big garden, a swimming pool and all home comforts; the beach and good restaurants are less than 10 minutes away

A beautifully-restored Devon bank barn at the end of a quiet lane in the glorious South Hams, just right for a couple or small family

An authentic, charming and spacious home with garden, pool and lake, deep in the Dordogne valley and decorated with uncluttered elegance

Chat long with gentle hosts over home-grown dinners; see stars above, walks, rivers and wildlife all around. Rustic comfort in rural Burgos

An 18th-century limestone barn, now a quiet hideaway for a group of friends or family in a very rural spot surrounded by fields and woods

A thoughtfully renovated cottage in a small hamlet with garden, courtyard and pool. The peace is palpable but you're near to bustling Tusson

Good bolthole with two terraces offering spectacular views over the historic town, and restaurants and bars a short stroll

A cosy nest on the ramparts of an ancient fishing port, with sparkling lagoon views from a top-floor living area

A light, bright, art-filled space with private garden on a quiet residential street just a short walk from shops, markets and good food

A scrupulously renovated dog-friendly gate lodge with garden and outdoor dining area, a five-minute drive from Mount Congreve Gardens

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

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant