Britain

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

Medieval manor house and busy farm. A welcoming atmosphere, big bedrooms, breakfast in the baronial great hall by the cosy log fire

Atmospheric village inn with smart rooms and a cottage for self-caterers. Game from the local estate, dogs in the 17th-century bar

A humdinger of a pub, hidden in a sleepy village in the Surrey Hills, oozing character and charm and with delicious food and comfy bedrooms

Such an elegant house for gatherings of friends or family, with stylish interiors and views over well-tended gardens and an orchard