Villa rustica

Buying a property that includes a ruin carries undoubted romance, but there are caveats, reminds Lucy Denton, who advises on the help at hand

For me, going on a summer holiday is about getting away from it all and possibly having someone to wait on me for a change. But most importantly, it is to really be stirred. At this time in my life, I

How an interior designer transformed a dated 1970s bathroom into a functional, Mediterranean-style sanctuary

Cove Crest, Barbati, Corfu, Greece. Two villas with panoramic sea views, infinity pools and terraced gardens leading down to the beach. Villa 1: 3 beds, 4 baths, open-plan living areas, kitchen, in-ho

A chance discovery inspired the transformation of this 19th-century farmhouse, resulting in a stunning family home more in touch with the surrounding countryside

Anyone unfamiliar with Camber Sands might be surprised by the old-fashioned charm of this tiny coastal enclave. It’s tucked amongst the dunes, just a pebble’s throw from the beautiful historical town