An ancient thatched cottage near Dartmoor with a warming log fire in winter and flowers inside and out in the summer

Five beautiful and fully accessible cottages on an organic farm for restful retreats with family or friends – a Sawday's Community Champion

A delightful hostess and gem of a village home, from grand piano to organic potager and pool. Market-fresh meals pair with Beaujolais wines

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

Charming cottage in a vast garden with a swimming pool and boule; walk to the nearest village, drive to Côte d'Azur in less than an hour

Elegant Regency rectory full of charm, with walks in all directions, views to gaze at and kind, generous hosts. A rare place

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

Your own wing of an impressive 1700 baronial castle, restored with authenticity and with a lovely garden, wildlife and a little river

A great base from which to explore beautiful Pembrokeshire - walk by the coast, take to the hills, check out ancient St Davids

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

A vine-clad stone house hideaway for lovers, walkers, artists and hermits with a sweet veranda overlooking woodland down to the river

Get to know Lisbon with ease from this generous and comfortable townhouse hotel bang in the middle of the city centre

An interesting historic townhouse filled with art and antiques, in the old part of Amantea, near shops, restaurants and beach

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

Glorious views across Northumberland countryside from this peaceful and comfortable cottage with almost an acre of garden

Beautiful light-filled eco-homes in Loch Lomond National Park – Scotland’s treasures are easily reached from here

Rural retreat, far from the madding crowd. Laze by the infinity pool and take in the views. Inside all is calm and stylish. Stay a while

Authenticity and originality combine at this family chateau with its panelled rooms, theatrical flourishes and charming candlelit dinners