Lazio

A sweet retreat for a nature-loving couple, with soul-searching views and the smell of the sea. Logs are on the house for chilly days

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

The medieval village of Collevecchio – and the landscape of Lazio - is for those seeking history, authenticity, beauty and peace

A real Roman treat of a place - step straight out into a colourful thrub of twisting streets, trattorie, boutiques, fountains, monuments

Retreat to a classically styled, elegant apartment for four - private and peaceful - in a characterful, super-central area of Rome

5 minutes from the Vatican in a tall palazzo above the British school. Owners share local tips, serve bakery-fresh breakfasts on the terrace

Farmhouse B&B with thoughtful hosts and superb breakfasts; Michelin-star dining is in the village and thermal baths are near

Gianna and Marco seem to have our readers in raptures - they love the welcome and the position of the B&B in Trastevere’s fascinating heart

A wonderfully placed apartment within a palazzo in the historic centre with spectacular roof terrace. Step out and live like a local

Linger over a fine breakfast and olive grove valley view, borrow a bike, take to the Francigena pilgrim trail, explore medieval Anagni

Cast yourselves away to this beautiful island and a bright, spacious apartment with a rooftop terrace bang in the middle of the town square

Sweet, stylish, fresh hotel with scented patio. Tucked away yet central, an unusually quiet base for exploring Rome

A country house, elegant and unstuffy, at the heart of a working Lazio olive farm. Lunch by the pool or unwind at the hot spring spa

Personal touches abound at this much-loved villa in Rome. Quiz Laura for cultural tips; explore the many romantic, unknown parks nearby

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

Three immaculate rooms in a 17th-century building; step out onto winding streets lined with trattorias, boutiques, fountains and monuments

An enchanting escape immersed in nature yet only 40 minutes by train into the Eternal City for art and history-filled days

Vast house on an ancient Roman site with big terraced garden and pool. Grand yet homely, with air-con, spa and only 8 km to the city