Walk along Anna Maria Island white sand beaches to the nearest restaurant for lunch, cycle to the grocery store, visit the Myakka State Park on the mainland or just chill out and relax in Florida's best kept secret. Local people have for years headed out to the island to picnic on our peaceful sands. We invite you to join them, staying in a perfectly beautiful vacation rental on the island. amisland.com

West Wing Cottage was originally part of the historic Cockington Manor estate. Reminiscent of days gone by, set in landscaped gardens right on the edge of the waters of Torbay in Devon, the cottage is perfect for a romantic getaway or small family of up to 4. Picnic in the garden, relax in the sunroom or sit in the shade under the pergola. Either way the sea views are simply amazing. www.torquay.uk.com

In another few weeks there will be lambs in the meadows, daffodils lining the driveway down to Barley Cottage, Wheatsheaf Cottage and Meadow Barn on the Bwlch Tre Banau Estate in rural Carmarthenshire. History, divine views and some of the prettiest countryside in the UK combine to give you the perfect holiday getaway destination. www.walesholidaycottages.com