Self-catering
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From cosy cabins and yurts to campervans and huts with character and mod-cons, winter camping can be cool, rather than just chilly, in these beautiful UK settings
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A trio of redevelopments by the Landmark Trust will help the charity celebrate its 50th birthday in 2015
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Skiing holidays can be hard on a budget but these chalets and hostels offer cosy stays with plenty of facilities – and often without the hefty price tag
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Whether you’re planning a romantic Christmas à deux or raucous New Year with friends, there are still some great houses to rent for the festive season … if you hurry
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The best family-friendly villas get booked up months in advance. Our top picks have style, charm and enough facilities to keep the kids occupied – and are still available for next summer
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Yes, a city break with the kids can be enjoyable, if you stay in child-friendly pads like these – from a Barcelona apartment with toys galore to Budapest with babysitters
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This poshed-up dormitory is full of stylish touches – and on the River Wye near the beautiful Black Mountains – but the scene-stealer is its indoor slide
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Make the most of the valleys and hills of south-east Scotland in one of these characterful cottages, from a ‘Tardis’ for two to a luxury converted watermill
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From a cute blue and white hut to a thatched cottage, Rhiannon Batten selects five suitably charming properties to hide away in this idyllic corner of the country
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Find a cosy hideaway amid the rolling hills and majestic coastline of Ireland’s north-westernmost county
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You may have to camp or self-cater, but all of these Scottish castles offer a chance to stay in splendid surrounds at (relatively) affordable prices, says Lucy Gillmore
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Their quest for the quintessential American log cabin leads Kevin Rushby and family to the Crazy Mountains in nowheresville, Montana, miles from anything … apart from the bears
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There are so many lovely self-catering properties in Snowdonia – from a renovated 12th-century mill to a luxury farmhouse – we’ve gone back for a second look
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Pick a cottage on the Norfolk coast for a holiday and you could be staying in something traditional, an architect-designed surf-style pad or even a Georgian building with its own leisure lounge
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Enjoy the fantastic Jurassic coast in Dorset and east Devon, via Lulworth Cove, Chesil Beach and the Durdle Door, from these brilliant boltholes both large and small
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If the Commonwealth Games have given you a taste for all things Scottish, check out our selection of stylish places to stay in beautiful Perthshire
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If you're looking for somewhere special to stay in this beautiful part of the world, how about an Elizabethan hall, a rustic wooden cabin near Hay or a barn conversion with fab views of the Brecon Beacons
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Make the most of the Alps in summer with our pick of accommodation in Italy, France, Switzerland and Austria for hiking, cycling, family activities or just glorious Alpine views
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From a cottage in the mountains to stylish pads in Seville and Barcelona, we select the best self-catering properties in Spain to keep the kids – and you – happy
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From a converted lighthouse to a cosy farm cottage, make the most of North Yorkshire's glorious seaside by staying at one of these stylish boltholes
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A former boathouse, a gothic temple, a treehouse and an old radar monitoring station right on the beach … there are plenty of distinctive and characterful self-catering options in Kent, Herts, Bucks and Berks
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East Anglia's unspoilt coast and quiet countryside can feel stuck in the past but, says Jonathan Bastable, that makes it just perfect for a family holiday with a historical kick
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West Sussex's cottages and self-catering properties are a diverse bunch: try a stay in a Grade II-listed petrol station, a timber bolthole with a roof terrace or a renovated 1950s beach house
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From stylish apartments on Ile de Ré to a gîte in the Loire – we reveal some of the best value self-catering properties in France
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Stay in Istanbul, the Princes' Islands or along Turkey's Aegean and Mediterranean coasts with our pick of stylish and relaxing villas for families
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They are not exactly cheap but these cool Spanish boltholes from the accommodation website i-escape offer good value (all under £150 a night, some sleeping four) given how stylish they are
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If you're walking a stretch of the Pennine Way – or just taking in the area's natural beauty – these self-catering boltholes, from a converted byre to a party pad, offer easy access to the backbone of England
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Sandy beaches for the little ones, outdoor action for older kids… Portugal is ideal for family getaways. Our top 10 places to stay also include tips on where to eat and what to do
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Lisbon has perhaps the best value accommodation of any European city, from a stylish hostel where you can stay in comfort from just €12 a night to design hotels with roof-top views
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Canals, bikes, pancakes … Amsterdam is ideal for family fun – especially if you stay in a stylish home full of other kids' toys
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From a grand stay on an estate to a converted bus and cosy country hideaway, there are great places to stay in Herefordshire for all tastes and party sizes
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In family-friendly Italy, readers discover hotels and B&Bs with resident artists to keep children entertained, kids' cooking classes and great outdoor activities
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Wild beaches, seriously tempting food and wine, affordable prices – and few tourists – await those who venture to Salento, the sun-kissed south of Puglia at the heel of Italy's boot, says Kate Simon
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Perth has some of Australia's priciest accommodation. However, these cosy cabins, beachside bungalows and buzzy hostels prove there are affordable places to stay in the affluent city
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Havana now has a host of privately rented holiday apartments and villas that are packed with character and home comforts, and a step up from Cuba's welcoming but basic casas particulares, says Claire Boobbyer