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Two lovely old cottages, part of the 1700 stable block on the St Giles estate, with 5,000 acres to roam, for walkers and peace seekers

Comfortable Clifton home a hop from shops, restaurants, harbour ferry and the heart of Bristol. With easy-going hosts and great breakfasts

Homely furnishings and 17th-century charm at this estate on the Severn, whose owners are mad about horses and give you fine home produce

A very generous amount of space in this beautifully restored annexe with heated pool and outstanding views over the East Devon AONB

Dark skies and extensive views from this romantic hideaway cottage. Walk down to the loch, snuggle up by the wood-burner… a cosy retreat

A spoiling country escape to one of Hampshire’s oldest houses with a welcoming whisky and home-grown breakfasts

Glass-and-timber doors bathe you with light, gaze at big skies and the river Dart lapping. Sublime year round, it's one of our favourites

An enormous picture window gives you views over fields of sheep and the Cheviots, beaches are nearby. Return to huge comfort and warmth

Grade II-listed country hotel with lovely gardens and an excellent restaurant, a short walk from Ambleside and the top of Lake Windermere

An 18th-century coaching inn wrapped in countryside now a relaxed pub with rooms serving excellent food and drink with 16 inviting bedrooms

Friendly touches everywhere, terrific food and drink, smart bedrooms above the sparkling bar – dogs and children welcome

In the National Park with all its glories (Ashbourne for antiques, Chatsworth for history, Bakewell for its market), a sweet village cottage

Phillip and Anton are true wizards at hospitality - colourful big bedrooms, tip-top Yorkshire breakfasts and beautiful views

Characterful cottage in a tiny hamlet a ten-minute drive from the iconic beaches of Sennen with over an acre of garden for children and dogs

A single-storey barn converted into a studio-style independent B&B with a sweet courtyard in a rural spot close to the coast

A traditional country house experience with plenty of space for big family get-togethers, on a very old estate with fascinating gardens

A grand dining hall and super kitchen, perfect for big gatherings. Spot spoonbills on the salt marsh, sea swim or walk to delis and pubs

A spick and span little hideaway full of character in a Manor estate cottage. Explore the gardens, walk to the beach in 25 minutes