Portugal

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

An Algarvian house with freshwater pools, therapeutic gardens, serene bedrooms, yoga, massage, tai chi, and exquisite greenery and light

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

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

The only hustle and bustle is the river doing its thing. Wild swimming is straight from the terrace, the house offers much comfort and space

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

A magical area for botanists and birdwatchers. Lovely houses, a shared pool, bikes, horses to ride and Peter's invaluable local knowledge

For the fit and adventurous - a bathing jetty, a beach, a restaurant/bar and private patios facing the sea. Take the sea taxi to Funchal

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

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

The view is a symphony of rock, sea and sky; the mood is luxurious zen... Supremely comfortable rooms are filled with fruit and flowers

Immerse yourself in nature, wildlife, sustainability and slow food high up on the edge of a National Park

Tranquil house on a family-run wine estate with its own orchard, garden and swimming pool, and a picturesque village a short stroll away

A taste of 19th-century village life without the hardship, but not overly poshed – breakfast comes to your door, great walking and wildlife

Find space and perfect proportions, sleek finishes and stylish touches. There’s a pool, bikes to hire, beaches and Tavira a short drive away

A natural garden and a child-friendly infinity pool for this dream designer house by river and hills. Stock up at the market in Messines...

Above Tavira, the setting is stunning. The quinta feels like a secret house within a green forest - and the artistic interiors are charming

Olhão… close to island beaches and the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Couples, families and foodies will fall in love with house and town