Portugal

Winding roads and wooded hills lead to a stately house with elegant B&B rooms - a lovely place for seekers of calm, 90 minutes from Porto

An Art Deco hotel in Lisbon's heart – all wood, chrome and marble, trendy lights, period photos in the bar, and the funicular to Bairro Alto

The living is easy here: laze in the subtropical garden, float in the saltwater pool, let the kids play and meet other guests over dinner

Extraordinary, friendly, foodie - for elegantly restful days, for exploring the Algarve and Andalucía: countryside, coast and historic towns

A pampering Algarve getaway complete with glam beds, giant chess in the garden, a swish pool and bikes for a spin down to Lagos or the beach

Great décor - traditional and a tad funky, local and homemade food - yogic calm close to Guimaraes and the Douro valley

Rustic, relaxing, comfortable and fun with pool and play area, river beaches, great hosts, peaceful countryside, an hour from Porto

Wild beauty and hundreds of birds on the shore of a freshwater lake. Frank and Daniella look after you in a homely, fuss free way

Live like a local at these rustic apartments with a shared courtyard; walk to restaurants and shops, take the ferry to the beach

You’re right in the midst of Portuguese life here: cafés, shops and restaurants buzz and there are panoramic views from the roof terrace

A wonderfully relaxing retreat, high up on red and yellow cliffs, with sunsets to match; a heated saltwater pool and a host who really cares

Comfort, style and lovely hosts draw you to this family estate, with its fine pool and vast park, for B&B or rental cottages

Portuguese elegance, artistic décor, breakfast on a fountain'd patio or by the fire: a treat. Step out to a kaleidoscope of Lisbon city life

A country idyll in the hills. Only 15 mins from Faro, but all is peaceful: dip in the pool, sip a cocktail in the shade, book in for dinner

Charming, laid-back B&B in the foothills of the Algarve. All you hear are the birds, yet the beaches are a ten-minute drive

Hideaway in the hills complete with private pool and outdoor kitchen. Spend days hiking or on a sun lounger - perfect for families

A family-friendly eco paradise with a pool surrounded by cork trees, eucalyptus and pines, and wild beaches nearby

Close to the Ria Formosa Natural Park, a modern house that welcomes you the moment you step in. Swim in the pool, or head for the sea