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Italy

Eco-friendly hotel near Brindisi

Eco-friendly villa hotel in Puglia Italy
Rescued from neglect, this noble 18th century villa near Brindisi has been beautifully transformed into an intimate eco-friendly hotel. Set in ancient olive and almond groves, sustainability is very much at the heart of Villa Magnolia with energy produced from solar cells, and water pumped from an artesian well. 

Where: Italy › Puglia › Carovigno

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England

Converted windmill in South Devon

Unique windmill accommodation in South Devon England
Just four miles inland from the sea, this beautifully restored windmill is situated between the rolling hills of the South Hams and the beaches of Torbay. Offering unrivalled views of the picturesque Devon countryside from the miller's eye, the viewing loft at the top, the windmill can be rented for long or short breaks.

Where: England › South Devon › North Whilborough

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New Zealand

Groovy retro house in Martinborough

Retro-modern holiday home in Martinborough New Zealand
Mixing the best of 50's and 60's living, this architecturally designed house will not only appeal to lovers of all things retro, but those with a taste for wine too. Located in Martinborough on the North Island, an hour from Wellington, the town's key attraction is wine with the nearest vineyard only a short stroll from the house.

Where: New Zealand › North Island › Martinborough

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Ecuador

Eco-lodge in the Andes Mountains

Eco-lodge accommodation in the Andes Mountains Ecuador
Winner of many eco-tourism awards, the Black Sheep Inn is perched on a hillside high in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador where even the bathrooms have spectacular views. Offering guests an educational experience, this rural eco-lodge also provides vegetarian meals from organic produce grown on the farm.

Where: Ecuador › Cotopaxi › Chugchilán

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Portugal

Mongolian yurt in the Beira region

Yurt accommodation in Portugal
This traditional hand-painted Mongolian yurt is owned and run by Quinta das Abelhas, a smallholding in the green heart of Portugal. With breathtaking views of two mountain ranges - including the Serra da Estrela, the country's highest - the farm is an ideal base for geocaching, with many caches in the area.

Where: Portugal › Beira › Tábua

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England

Funky VW campervans in Essex

VW Campervans for hire in Essex England
With names such as Al Green, Bobby Brown and Colonel Mustard, you know these aren't run-of-the-mill campervans but VW campervans packed with style and panache. Based near Colchester in Essex, these classic 1970s models have been restored and can be hired for special occasions, or for just living the dream.

Where: England › Essex › Colchester

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Wales

Medieval manor house in Caldicot

Medieval holiday accommodation in Monmouthshire Wales
Once owned by Henry VIII, this medieval manor house was built over 800 years ago as a grange for the monks of Llanthony. Located in the quiet viilage of Caldicot, the house is one of the oldest properties in Wales to have been in constant residential use. Now beautifully restored, it is available for bookings.

Where: Wales › Monmouthshire › Caldicot

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France

Romantic windmill in Provence

Windmill holiday accommodation in Provence France
Just 20 minutes from Saint-Tropez, this 200 year old listed windmill is near the village of Plan de la Tour, whose most famous residents are Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis. Arranged over four levels with a roof terrace providing magnificient views, the windmill is set in woodland gardens with a private pool.

Where: France › Provence › Plan de la Tour

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Germany

Family apartments in the Black Forest

Apartments in the Black Forest Germany
There's more to the Black Forest than the world famous gateau, as the Golden Rooster, a collection of 18 self-catering apartments, is eager to show us. With plenty of activities on hand to keep families and kids busy, there's something for everyone here. Even the regular piano recitals will delight chamber music fans.

Where: Germany › Black Forest › Baiersbronn

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Morocco

Townhouse on the Atlantic coast

Riad accommodation near Tangiers Morocco
This five-storey riad townhouse in the fishing village of Assilah, begins with a plunge pool on the ground floor culminating in a glorious roof-top terrace with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean. The house is situated in the heart of the old walled town, regarded as one of the best preserved medinas in Morocco.

Where: Morocco › Tangier-Tétouan › Assilah

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Wales

Converted cowshed in Pembrokeshire

Unusual cottage accommodation in Pembrokeshire Wales
The cows have long since mooved out and now their former abode is a cosy holiday cottage. Inspired by the architectural ideas of Rudolf Steiner, this converted cowshed is set in the Preseli Hills within easy reach of the Pembrokeshire coast. Pottery tuition is available on site with Anna, the owner.

Where: Wales › Pembrokeshire › Mynachlogddu

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Sweden

Log cabins in the Swedish countryside

Log cabin accommodation in Sweden
If you've ever tried searching the internet for holiday accommodation in Scandinavia then you'll know how frustrating it can be. Here to alleviate our pain is Simply Sweden. Specialising in tailor-made holidays, they have a good selection of options including these lakeside log cabins on a private estate.

Where: Sweden › Various Locations

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Spain

Rural farmhouse in Extremadura

Traditional eco-farmhouse in Extremadura Spain
In a world of its own, yet only half an hour from three World Heritage towns, Finca Al-Manzil is run entirely on solar power using a tracking device to optimise the sun's energy. Set in extensive grounds in the wilds of Extremadura, this self-sufficient farmhouse can be rented weekly or on a bed & breakfast basis.

Where: Spain › Extremadura › Montanchez

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