Traditional house in a rural part of the Algarve with a spectacular garden, a pool and a tennis court, and restaurants a short stroll

A light, bright village house with a courtyard garden - 5 minutes from Cabo da Roca where the sunsets and views are spectacular

A beautifully restored annexe in a picturesque village in the heart of Suffolk. Take a camera - it's seriously picture-perfect around here

Serious art, lovely lighting, great sound system and a fat wood-burner belting out the heat at this super place for families or friends

Unwind in elegant interiors and set out on long walks in beautiful countryside; Chichester and Winchester are near

Come to stay in a lovely old house surrounded by an important garden created by three generations of brilliant women gardeners

Steps from the sea in get-away-from-it-all scenery – half an hour’s walk from St Ives’ arty heart. Sleeps 4 with pull-out beds for 2 more

A pair of historic houses with far-reaching views of the Cotswold Hills and walks from the gate

A rural farmhouse B&B with view-filled bedrooms, hearty breakfasts and walks from the door. The Dowies are generous hosts

Nestled next to the main house, this feels part cottage and part townhouse, making a cosy retreat just a couple of miles from the coast

An oh-so-special B&B in Palermo's ancient heart. This city at the edge of Europe, with its Arab-Norman-Byzantine heritage, is fascinating

A truly special barn conversion, flooded with light and with its own decked outdoor space surrounded by bucolic countryside

Garden and mountain views from this pretty villa for two - Lake Como shimmers below. Pick up morning pastries in picturesque Mezzegra

Three family friendly cottages on this gorgeous eco farm with private gardens and organised outdoor activities if you like joining in

A converted 18th-century chapel in the heart of Bruton with an all-day restaurant, in-house bakery, wine store and south-facing terrace

A former tobacco barn and an annexe with outdoor kitchen and courtyard, near good places to eat for relaxed days at the beach

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out