A beautifully designed B&B for foodies, cyclists and walkers in a village surrounded by trees just 15 minutes from the coast

You have the whole North Wing of this beautiful old farmhouse with a private east-facing courtyard for early morning tea as the sun rises

A stylish, rug-cosy, stone-flagged cottage with vintage and modern furniture, wood burners and views - and three excellent pubs nearby

Stay just two kilometres from Siena's medieval gates with views over vineyards, lovely interiors and a hot tub

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

Good bolthole with two terraces offering spectacular views over the historic town, and restaurants and bars a short stroll

Designer cool suites, apartments, a villa – a sophisticated oasis of a place – near white sands, curious caves, turquoise sea, Lecce

In a refined, residential area of Málaga sits this mid-1800s elegant house with mature gardens and large terraces for utter relaxation

A romantic and very comfortable retreat in a smartly converted dairy with a pretty garden, close to the South Downs

Come to explore this less touristy part of Cornwall with wonderful walks, glorious beaches, sublime views and delightful hosts

Come for the glorious Peak District and this rural independent pub, with roots in the 12th century, serene bedrooms and toothsome food

Airy, spacious, sunny. This Lot gîte is a delight: linen curtains, oak stair, sunny pool. Sarlat and painted caves are an easy venture away

B&B rooms, some with kitchenettes, in a lush garden setting with a river running behind. The pretty village is on your doorstep

A rustic and elegant farmhouse retreat in Provence with a pool, vineyards and wildlife-filled pond – a launchpad for the Luberon

Visit the walled city of Evora, have dinner with the friendliest hosts, pet the dogs & donkeys. Head out for culture, vineyards and menhirs

Gorgeous rooms and splendid breakfasts – for sybarites, history-lovers, cyclists and canoeists - bang in the middle of ancient Long Melford

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 lovely, rambling family house chock full of interesting, well-loved things and with a wrap-around garden on the edge of a pretty village.