Garden lovers

A gem of a house in a lovely unspoilt village with an intelligent, interesting owner who gives you delicious food and local wines

Rustic farmhouse with lovely gardens, a swimming pool and superb views over the Pyrenees – the sunrises are amazing

Rural peace in this eco-friendly Cotswold stone barn with relaxed owners. Take the Bothy loft too if you have an extra couple of guests

An inspirational setting and an enthusiastic welcome from your hosts and their young family - lose your heart to its baroque beauty

A detached former barn built of local stone, beamed and mullioned, filled with art and sitting in very pretty countryside for grand walks

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

A grand place for up to 12 adventurous souls and the young at heart: swim, bob in a boat, hike and cycle or simply revel in the greenery and peace

Hidden in a beautiful, timeless valley with gorgeous gardens, mellow stone bridge, views and rushing river, is a very special place to stay

A tempting trio of retreats with unlimited access to exceptional gardens, and a welcome homemade cream tea. Come as a pair, or a small group

The North Wing of this fabulous 1881 Arts and Crafts house with 30 acres by the river Frome is available from April 2025

A fabulous Belle Epoque château with much wow factor set in vast grounds with lawns and lakes, circled by a dense forest

Phillip and Anton are true wizards at hospitality - colourful big bedrooms, tip-top Yorkshire breakfasts and beautiful views

A lovely old house with pretty rooms, sitting in three and a half acres of mixed woodland and garden on the banks of the river Severn

Everything you need is here: a wood-burner for winter, a pool and spacious terraces for summer, and peace and beauty all year round

A cosy bolt hole near medieval Cartmel with woods, meadows and wildlife – great for walkers in this quiet part of the South Lakes

Stay in a sweet wooden cabin with a wood-burner and hot tub in the heart of a wonderful working apothecary garden, near Glastonbury

An unbeatable position on Rutland Water, a Michelin star in the restaurant, a roaring fire in the bar and a swimming pool in the garden

From the delicious scented garden with its limestone pool to the cool rooms with perfect linen, this is a place for a special occasion