Italy

Lavender shortbread and baked peaches for breakfast at this most artistic of homes. The courtyard with magnolia and orange trees is lovely

Two enviable hideaways on a cobbled street high on a hill, both with stunning views next to Galileo's house, the Villa Bardini and gardens

Technically in Florence yet immersed in the Tuscan hills: easy comfort, country character, warm wonderful hosts, heavenly views

Sleek modern interiors now grace this ancient building with architectural joys, a courtyard garden and rooftop terrace with views

An organic farm near coast, village and Etna – super for families, done in simple good taste. Laze in the hammock, visit the coast...

Bring the family for a traditional Tuscan apartment holiday with a restaurant and pool on site, all surrounded by rippling green countryside

You probably won't want to leave the sheer beauty of this place, so make the most of your stay - there's history galore, wine tours, culture

Elegant B&B tucked down a quiet alleyway close to St Mark’s Square, with friendly hosts and a rooftop offering spectacular views of the city

Bags of rustic charm in this elegantly restored retreat, perfectly placed to explore Sicily’s rich history and beautiful beaches

A stunning veranda wraps itself around the house: doze off in a wicker armchair or sip a drink at dusk as the sun melts into the valley

Rustic, sophisticated, relaxed, charming… ancient Follonico is all these things, and gazes on the loveliest hills in Tuscany

Splash under the Elephant Arch, take a boat to the caves, set off for Tunisia! Then it’s back to a super-private room by the sea

A taste of old Italy in this off-the-beaten-track rustic house on three levels, exquisitely restored and with elegant designer furnishings

Three fine, historic homes in a 14th-century hamlet overlooking a gorgeous valley, tucked into the Umbrian hills

Immerse yourself in over ten thousand olive trees, wander through lemon and orange groves, eat wonderful food cooked by a Pugliese chef

A craft brewery in Italy? What a wonderful surprise! Three explorer-themed rooms, the brewpub, a pizzeria, pool, cookery classes and events

A very peaceful, family-run hotel on the shores of Lake Garda with rose and jasmine-scented gardens for summer dinners by candlelight

A secluded, luxurious 8-bedroom haven in the Umbrian hills, with a heart-warming welcome, gorgeous views, and simple, exceptional food