Hit the Road

Colour, warmth, style and your own front door at this friendly family croft. Fish for mackerel, soak up the peace, come home to great food

An enchanting farmhouse with generous hosts, delicious homegrown food and hidden corners in the garden

A big warm, generous, house for a large group with a fenced garden and stunning views into the far distance. Child and dog friendly

Countryside and seaside all in one go – what could be more inspiring? Lovely Louisa lives down the road, on hand if you need her

Walkers, nature lovers, couples will love this eco-friendly cottage near Calgary beach: a breath of warmth in the beautiful back of beyond

A modern take on an Iron Age roundhouse with stunning sea views in Scotland’s wild west, perfect for couples

A classic French beauty of a place; home to an engaging young family who love to entertain and look after you with great care

In a thrilling mountain landscape made for walkers… 4 eco cottages with some of the most spectacular views in Catalunya

View-filled, beautifully converted and toasty warm, this old donkey shed is perfect for walkers, cyclists, peace-seekers and lovers

Friendly hosts, good food and clever design in this house looking over Kilmartin Glen. Slow down, watch the sunrise and marvel at the peace

If you need a great place in which to relax and don’t want to pay too much for it, try these excellent suites, which spoil you all the way

The smallest of three secluded cottages that share a gravel courtyard and a beautiful garden with cathedral views

Music evenings, pop-up theatre nights and great food at the Sash brasserie. You’re just a stroll from shops and bars

All the bleached beauty of the beach inside this comfortable cottage; a dining terrace with uplifting sea views and arching views of Kerry

A gloriously peaceful old mill with a converted cart shed. Find original art, sculptures, books and soul on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path

Sheep's Head Way is reputedly one of the best walks in Ireland. Come back to roaring fires, a Rayburn, art and style – terrific restorations

A stylish hotel on the waterfront in Fowey - expect airy rooms, big views, and a dining terrace overlooking the estuary