Best of british

Self-catering has all the benefits of staying at home, but the joys of being away. For a shortcut to the best places to stay, here are some we’ve tried and tested

From traditional stone-built longhouses to picture-perfect thatched cottages, Arabella Youens finds a tempting selection of properties in beautiful West Country locations

A hideaway retreat in the midst of nature creates a peaceful haven for families and couples

Soak up the autumnal vibes with a cosy staycation in the forest

These four glorious properties need only a modicum of tender loving care and offer great rewards to the far-sighted

Patrick Brompton, Bedale, North Yorkshire. A renovated, Grade II-listed Queen Anne house dating from 1703 with outbuildings and a 200-year-old stable block with four apartments. It has a kitchen with