Italy

Everything is on the doorstep and you'll find much comfort at these smart self-catering apartments in the heart of the city

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

Share an authentic and unpretentious part of Sardinia with generous hosts. Stay in rooms set across three properties, enjoy memorable meals

A very special place to stay, immersed in the architecture and history of the city as well as its traditions, culture, food and wine

Simply furnished, tasteful rooms - perfect for a country getaway! Enjoy coastal views at breakfast or explore the village.

An old farmhouse in a hilltop town deep in wine country, with a charming owner intent on ensuring you make the most of your stay

Dine wonderfully on farm-fresh food and grandma's recipes; cookery classes too! And views, a pool, farm animals, sunsets, a warm family...

A 18th-century house with pool in a small town with friendly owners and a tropical garden of banana, fig and, of course, frangipani

A real gem set back from the hustle and bustle but perfectly placed to explore the city's many charms

Sublime views across the Tuscan countryside, seasonal food and the kindest host. Children are welcome, oenophiles will be in heaven

Old wooden sleigh beds, check-clothed tables, log fires, a courtyard of centuries-old trees, a claw foot bath. Stacks of character

Relaxed, bohemian vibe out in the wilds yet close to civilization. An organic garden and woodland yurt add to the convivial, communal idyll

Drink a toast to your good fortune as you gaze across to Elba from a vast free-standing bath. You breakfast on the view-filled terrace

A small top terrace can be booked for romantic evenings and you can lunch or dinner at the delightful floating restaurant

High ceilings and exposed stone walls give a light, bright and rustic feel to this restored barn with fabulous views over a lush valley

A soothing, deeply romantic bolthole with simple interiors and its own little private garden, next to a winery and surrounded by vineyards

Wander the city, discover islands, visit Vesuvius, eat in lively restaurants, savour the street food of Naples

A deliciously rural stone house with charmingly simple rustic-chic interiors and saline pool - an hour from Perugia