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A very family-friendly place with heated pool, playground, green space for charging about and beaches nearby - book Cider Barn too

A thoughtfully converted single-storey barn with courtyard garden in the South Hams – a sanctuary for those who love countryside and coast

Wonderful hosts at this traditional, upbeat B&B, where imaginative breakfasts set you up for glorious hikes in Eyri (Snowdonia)

A quintessentially English thatched village cottage with the working post box set in the front wall, sunny patio and garden with pond

This stylish B&B is foodie heaven. Its eclectic, multicultural menu - and décor to match - make for a special getaway to the Cornish coast

A lakeside house on a holiday estate in 500 acres with a spa and swimming pools, just the ticket for multi-generational holidays

Tend your BBQ in the little garden of this sweet mill retreat, deliciously comfortable and sympathetically restored, near seaside Solva

A serene spot for this 1800s corrugated iron tabernacle, gorgeously furnished inside and with wide views over Loch Lyon and the river Tay

Lovely old manor house and clever garden with a relaxed, happy vibe and home-baked or homegrown treats on arrival and at breakfasts

Jaunty beach huts on Felpham beach with sea views, coastal walks from the door and access to the hotel. For couples, families and dog-lovers

Remote off-grid cottage 1400 feet above sea level in Northumberland National Park, with incredible night skies

A charming cottage a short stroll to West Wittering beach for families who love the outdoors: close to salt marshes and rolling countryside

A traditional coaching inn dating from the 18th century with good food served in private and public dining rooms on the Wellington Estate

Run by the same family since 1920, an extremely comfortable beach-front hotel with delicious food and sea views from many rooms

Violets in the woodland, kingfishers diving in the millpond - it's a treat to stay, and breakfasts will set you up for anything. Great walks

A friendly family-run inn, ideal for foodies and dog-walkers who love their comforts. Peaceful, remote, but with Sherborne a short drive

A Victorian house in a terrace and a grand base (with a super art collection) for exploring this part of London, just off Brixton Hill

Part of the original Wensleydale creamery overlooking the river, with bustling Hawes and great walking country right on your doorstep