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In the midst of the Arcadian landscape of the Alentejo sits Monte de Santiago - formerly a traditional farmhouse - surrounded by 16 hectares of private land that merges seamlessly into the green expanse.

A blooming garden in the centre of Porto: Massarelos House combines historical structures with straightforward architecture, regional handicrafts with contemporary art and the city with the Douro.

Surrounded by pine trees, air and tranquillity, the Montevid holiday home sits at an altitude of 1100 metres and enjoys a magnificent view. A place in the vineyards of La Palma inspired by the stone walls of its location, with a stunning view of the sea and the stars.

Sounds of Silence: Nestled between the volcanic landscape of La Palma lies The El Paso - a small, quiet hamlet with a former music school, bakery and stables, which today is home to guests, art and gold records.

The Meraki Studios rise out of the Mediterranean landscape of Southern Crete like an abstract rock. An archaic place for which the Danish architect Sigurd Larsen has designed a terraced building made of concrete, natural stone, wood and steel.

A blend of contrasts: the 250-year-old Bavarian farmstead has been translated into the present day with fresh ideas, cheerful colours and proven courage.

The former wine estate has been overlooking Siena and the Chianti hills for 800 years. Today, Colle ai Lecci is a creative ‘borgo’ with purist apartments, ateliers, organic gardens, a pool and an inspiring workshop programme.

Located right by the River Isarco and the Eagle Bridge, the hotel in Bressanone has become an architectural statement. bergmeisterwolf has restored the 500-year-old building with the cadastral number 1 in close collaboration with the monument protection authorities and placed it in the present with timeless elegance.

Escapism in Finnish: In the midst of the rugged archipelago landscape, you'll find a self-sufficient retreat on the island of Skjulskäret, which integrates itself into the glacial nature with a clear concept.

Vila Slatina, set amidst the sun-drenched hills of the Slovenian wine region of Štajerska, is another project by owners Igor and Vanja, who are revitalising old rural structures and transforming them into sophisticated accommodation with a contemporary look and comfort.

Archaic architecture: half temple, half barn, the holiday home Casa Bendico near Noto stages the essentials and, despite its massive walls, creates a lightweight atmosphere with stunning sea views and a pool.

Unwind in style: Set in a vineyard, the three accommodations at Quinta da Lila give an old Portuguese farm a new lease of life - with subtle aesthetics, contemporary comfort and unusual pools.

Perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the Ionian Sea, Kap A kritas is a straightforward holiday home with a veranda, pool and sweeping views in all directions.

In the hills above Noto, the ‘capital of the Baroque’, the 300-year-old farmhouse Casa Balat strikes a balance between patina and zeitgeist.

The Hotel Casa Montelongo in the heart of Fuerteventura is a tribute to the island and its history - a building with two suites and a pool that masterfully stages minimalism, light and colour.

A nest in Apulia: La Casa di Bru is an unusual and contrasting ensemble of historic and modern buildings that celebrates outdoor living. A summer house in the countryside yet close to the charming towns of Carovigno and Ostuni.

Reinterpretation in steps: The B&B Passa Tempo in the Italian Marche region breaks with the tradition of the typical farmhouse and provides a generous space for socialising under a sculptural staircase.

Light and shade, landscape and architecture: the Olive Garden Bungalow combines clear shapes, large window fronts and atmospheric outdoor areas in the Cretan countryside.

Historic backdrop with contemplative views: The La Piana olive farm frames old substance with steel and concrete. A box seat in southern Tuscany.

Regional tradition and minimalist zeitgeist: The former sheepfold is located in the heart of the protected Reserva Natural do Sapal in the Sotavento - the less explored part of the Algarve.

Between old half-timbering, rediscovered murals and modern exposed concrete: the more than 200-year-old three-sided farmstead in the Taunus region immerses its historic backdrop in bright light, delicate colours and light elegance.

The modernist holiday home Casa Navegna on Lake Maggiore is one of the early pioneers of "Neues Bauen" in Ticino. An architectural homage to the creative spirit, with an Arcadian garden and fantastic views.

Can Morera blends into the Mediterranean landscape like an homage to the rugged coastline of Mallorca. A spacious holiday home of simple beauty in the signature style of architect Alberto Lievore.

The walls of the former patrician house Ca' Giuconda are over 500 years old. Situated in a beautiful borgo - one of the "Borghi più belli d'Italia" - it towers over the Piedmontese vineyards and masterfully stages its patina.

Simplicity, peace, space and light: La Ferme de Brouage hides like an enchanted garden in the green hinterland of the Atlantic coast and merges old walls with sophisticated architecture, French charm and farm-fresh vegetables.

The Calitardo Suites tower majestically over the poetic Umbrian landscape. The manor house, which has been transformed into an agriturismo, combines history and modernity with ease and elegance.

Mediterranean muse: The listed manor Le Rossignol in the German wine-growing region Markgräflerland is a carefully renovated, atmospheric place that combines history and zeitgeist with the lightness of southern France.

The Banana House on the colourful island of Madeira is an atmospheric retreat. Lushly surrounded by banana, mango and fig trees and with a view of the spectacular mountains dipping into the wild Atlantic. A holiday home at play with nature and warm light.

In the wide expanse of the Simmental valley, framed by grassy hills, rugged rock faces and the glaciated Wildstrubel, the 100-year-old Lenk Lodge offers spectacular views and individual spaces.

Poetic minimalism behind an artful façade: the virtuously decorated Casa 1923 is one of Faro's outstanding Art Nouveau buildings. With their careful handling of traditions and materials, the architects of PAr tie in with the building's past and redefine it for today's needs.

Slow Living in Buje: Five terraces stretch across the sweeping hill, overlooking the Istrian natural stage. On top, there is a house made of natural stone, with huge glass fronts and airy open spaces.

Metamorphosis with sea view: Casa Capriccio Alto is the third work of art by architect Cherubino Gambardella, which gives new life to a derelict building on a hill near the medieval town of Itri and perpetuates its history.

Staged reduction: Situated in the heart of the Val di Noto on a spur of the Monti Iblei, Casa Balate artfully directs the eye and highlights the minimalist architecture and the Mediterranean backdrop of olive, almond and carrubo trees with atmosphere and striking effect.

The limestone walls of Domaine Le Cariol stand out brightly against the landscape of the Périgord. This magnificent country estate, surrounded by vineyards, small rivers and wide valleys, has an eventful history dating back to the 12th century.

On a secluded hill, just four kilometres from the Sicilian baroque town of Noto, sits the holiday home Casa Agila, which blends modern architecture with regional influences and offers space for four people.

The sky over Tarifa: The Artist Tarifa, a listed building, is as cosmopolitan as the city itself. A haven of tranquillity amidst the whitewashed, lively streets of the old town, its roof terrace offers views stretching all the way to the mountains of Morocco.

Like a fortress, the small medieval town of Diano Castello towers over the Ligurian landscape. In Palazzo Fabiny you feel as if you have been transported to a bygone era, because the history of the old patrician house goes back almost 400 years.

Where the dragonflies live: On a Sicilian hill, amidst citrus trees, palms and cacti, sits the Dimora delle Libellule. A light and airy ensemble that, like its culture-rich island, unites Orient and Occident as well as originality and modernity.

Creating clarity: Belgian architect Tom Thys has given new life to the Aristo House. This historical building dates back to 1914 and is situated on a slope of the Trigno Valley with a fantastic view over the hills, woods and fields of Abruzzo.

Small bays, white sandy beaches, sophisticated Art Nouveau buildings - in the charming seaside town of Castiglioncello, where artists and actors were once inspired by the beauty of the Etruscan coast, Villa Sorriso lies amidst the lush greenery and looks far across the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Trees growing from the ceiling, rock-like light fixtures, sloping walls and deliberate bumps in the floor. Located in the heart of the Vallée de Joux, the Hôtel des Horlogers is anything but ordinary. Like a linear snail shell, it winds its way into the pristine landscape of the Swiss Jura.

Restrained forms, subtle play of shadows: The beach villa u magazinu in north-eastern Corsica allows summer to take the leading role. The restoration of the former family beach shop was intended to revitalise this evocative place with modern architecture, without losing its soul.

Situated on a hill near the baroque town of Scicli, surrounded by carob trees and nature, Casa Kera looks out over the gently rolling hills to the blue shimmering south coast of the island. A house that naturally places itself in the middle of the Sicilian landscape.

Natural diversity. The Fuchsegg Eco Lodge is surrounded by meadows, forests and mountains. A multifaceted place that blends the advantages of a hotel with the immediate proximity to nature.

High above Lake Walen and amidst the Churfirsten and Flums mountain scenery, mid-century design and selected art, this boutique hideaway celebrates first and foremost the bright sides of life.

Kalli thea means great view – and the Kallithea Villas keep what their name promises. The seven villas on a green slope in the south of the Pelion Peninsula afford magnificent views of the Aegean Sea, the bay and the idyllic fishing village of Platanias.

With its restrained and at the same time sensational design, the South Tyrolean Milla Montis Hotel enriches the Puster Valley with an architectural highlight. The motto of the architectural intervention: origin, redefined.

In this holiday home the landscape plays the starring role. This former farmhouse, dating back to 1892, is a typical stone house on a hilltop near the town of Filottrano, Italy.

With sweeping views of the sea, Casas da Vargem sit in a sunny location on a hillside above the village centre of Ponta do Sol on Madeira's south coast.

Modern architecture in an olive grove: The Boomerang House is a B&B with two guest rooms in a secluded location in the south of Crete. The boomerang shape and the materials concrete, glass and wood characterize the building.

In the Umamma apartment in the small Tuscan town of San Miniato, the Middle Ages are combined with industrial style. The apartment is extraordinary and will elicit a "Wow!" from many guests—or "umamma" as they say in Tuscany for something unexpectedly amazing.

At Casa2020, you can spend your holiday in a former monastery in the coastal town of Tavira in the Portuguese Algarve. Pritzker Prize winner Eduardo Souto de Moura has converted the monument into an apartment complex.

The Dellacher House is considered one of Austria's most important architectural monuments. It is an early work by the architect Raimund Abraham, who became known in particular for the construction of the Austrian Cultural Forum in New York.

Old meets new - in the hills of Styria, surrounded by meadows and forests in a wonderfully secluded location, a 200-year-old farmhouse was juxtaposed with a modern glass building that literally stands against the slope with the help of a 40-metre-long natural stone wall.

The Castellaccio Suite is a hideaway for two with a fantastic view over the Umbrian hills, all the way to Lake Trasimeno. It is situated at 600 metres above sea level near the village of Piegaro on the border with Tuscany.

Convento is hidden at the end of a narrow lane in the coastal town of Olhão – very close to the promenade and the local markets.

On a hill in Umbria, the green heart of Italy, lies the Francocci 7 estate with sweeping views over the countryside. The former Fatttoria has been renovated and extended with modern architecture.

The holiday house mavie on the Greek island of Lefkada evokes associations with an elegant ocean liner. The building consists of several cubes arranged in a row, and a slightly twisted cuboid structure stacked above them.

Holiday home Eremo is perched on a hill above the northern Italian harbour town of Imperia, on the so called "Riviera". Situated, as though on a viewing platform, on the edge of a centuries-old pine forest, the house offers an impressive panoramic view over the city and the Ligurian sea.

Vineyards and olive groves surround Villa Abruzzo, located in the north of the Italian region of Abruzzo, just a few kilometres from the Adriatic coast. The bungalow was designed and furnished by the interior architect and designer Davide Rizzo.

Casa Morelli is situated in a panoramic location on a hill in the heart of Chianti Classico in the municipality of Radda. The typical Tuscan country house has been restored and converted into a vacation home.

A 200-year-old hay barn in southern Styria has been given a new lease on life as a holiday house. The conversion process involved the barn being completely disassembled, its wooden beams being carefully restored and then carefully reassembled once again.

Mas le Clos Souris – near the small village of Fons sur Lussan in the southern French département of Gard – was once an artist's residence.

Are you dreaming of a holiday that brings the whole family – or all your closest friends – together? In the south of France perhaps? Accommodation with traditional charm and casual flair? In the countryside, but close to the sea and the mountains. Voilà: Loft by LIEU.

Trecubi – a holiday home situated near the town of Noto in the southeast of Sicily – offers magnificent views over the region’s hilly landscape, all the way to the sea five kilometres away.

At Finca Sonrisa, Mallorcan architecture meets a mixture of contemporary design and art deco elements. The villa is situated on a spacious plot with panoramic views of the lowlands and mountains.

Gnarled, olive trees and the shimmering blue sea in the distance: this is the view that welcomes guests to Casa di Monti. The modern building is surrounded by dry stone walls that integrate the house into nature.  

Just a short drive from the capital of Catalonia, the Barcelona Sanctuary is located on the edge of a natural park and close to the coast. The building, consisting of two white cubes, extends over several levels.

This holiday home is situated in the north of Mallorca on the edge of the little town of Campanet – in a large garden overlooking the village and the Tramuntana mountains.

The Little Stone House is situated six kilometres from the Spanish city of Tarifa, the surfing paradise on the south coast of Andalusia.

Casa Afife is situated in a rural settlement near the Atlantic Ocean in the northwest of Portugal – between Viano do Castelo and Caminha, a small town on the border to Spain.

The sister villas Tinos Hearts are located on a steep slope in Kardiani, which is considered one of the most beautiful villages on the Cycladic island of Tinos. The houses are a modern interpretation of the typical local architecture.

With panoramic views of the bay of Soller and the mountains, Cingle 30 is located on a steep slope in the coastal town of Port de Soller. It consists of a concrete cube that rises above a substructure with traditional quarry stone walls.

High above Merano, the Miramonti Boutique Hotel has been offering a stylish place for nature and design lovers for many years. The three individually designed wooden houses of the Monti House complement the ensemble, offering understated luxury - and a spectacular view of the mountains.

Seehotel Ambach beams its guests back to the seventies. At the beginning of the decade, architect Othmar Barth, considered a pioneer of modernity in South Tyrol, created a complete work of art – merging architecture, design and nature – on the northern shore of Lake Caldaro.

The northern Italian city of Mantua, Lombardy, is surrounded by lakes on three sides. Many old noble palaces adorn this Renaissance city, the historical centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Palazzo Beccaguti Cavriani surprises with modern design and contemporary art.

Surrounded by mountains and rows of olive and almond trees, SpronkenHouse is situated on a spacious plot of land in the in the hinterland of the Costa del Azahar, north of Valencia.

The holiday home for two, situated amidst steep wine terraces, celebrates the landscape of the South Styrian wine region of southern Austria. Built as a modern interpretation of the traditional Weinstöckel, the house lets nature take centre stage.

Villa Jones is situated in the hilly landscape of olive groves and forests in the Haut Var, the hinterland of the Cote d'Azur. Edward Jones, partner of the renowned London architecture firm Dixon Jones, and his architect wife Margot designed this holiday home for themselves and their family.

At the South Tyrolean Schgaguler Hotel in Castelrotto at the foot of the Alpe di Siusi, you can admire the amazing transformation of an 80s building into an elegant modern boutique hotel.

Podere 500 is situated in a picturesque location in the Tuscan hills. Behind the old stone walls of the former farmhouse lies a surprisingly modern holiday home with spacious rooms and a light and airy ambience.

The two holiday homes are situated far from from the tourist hotspots of Tenerife in the village of El Poris on the island’s southeast coast. Casacosta is a modernist villa from the late 1970s.

Villa Cozzo Tre Venti is situated on the edge of the little port town of Portopalo di Capo Passero in the far south-east of Sicily.

Porcignano, near the Tuscan village of Radda in Itatly’s Chianti region, was once the private summer house of Leo Lionni (1910-1999).Today, guests can experience the villa with its sculpture garden.

Set in a lush Mediterranean garden near the historic center of the wine village of Kaltern am See, you will find an extraordinary ensemble of buildings: a classic 1950s villa and her extravagant modern "little sister".

Casa Ceppi is a rural property on the Croatian peninsula of Istria. The historic complex, which comprises a main building and outbuildings grouped around a central square, was in ruins until it was discocerd by the Berlin architecture firm Wietersheim, who lovingly restored it and gave it a new, contemporary lease of life.

The small boutique hotel Mezi Plutky in the Czech Carpathian Mountains effortlessly blends apparent contradictions. Old and new, darkness and light, privacy and community come together to create a haven of peace and tranquility.

Le Casuzze and La Balza are two holiday homes located on a ridge behind the Sicilian town of Noto – with broad views of the city and the sea. The former stables strike a successful balance between simplicity and comfort.

The Camino de Playa is located on the edge of the Galician nature reserve of Costa da Vela, near a kilometer-long sandy beach. From the outside, the house has a traditional appearance; from the inside, it is emphatically modern.

With beautiful views of the mountains of the Serra de Tramuntana, the Can Bou holiday home is located on the outskirts of the small town of Sóller – about three kilometres from the northwest coast of Mallorca.

With a broad view of the Dolomites, the Parkhotel Holzner is located on a sunny plateau above the South Tyrolean town of Bolzano. Built in 1908 in Alpine Art Noveau style and family-owned for four generations, the hotel has been progressively renovated and expanded over the past century.

Nestled in the Tuscan hills, the simple, old stone house with its grey-blue shutters blends into its surroundings - combining the traditional style of the Tuscan stable house with modern architecture.

In South Tyrol's wine village Caldaro, Verena Huf has transformed a 1970s guesthouse into a stylish B&B. ‘Das Wanda’ bears the name of a former inn on the island of Elba that belonged to the grandfather. Her B&B radiates the same Mediterranean mood.

Casa Winther is situated in a quiet, secluded position with panoramic views 15 km from the Umbrian city of Spoleto. The split-level house offers plenty of space for groups and large families.

Villa Capri is situated in an olive grove on the outskirts of Itri, a small town between Rome and Naples. The house was built around an abandoned steel concrete skeleton.

La Vignarella holiday home in the north-east of Corsica lies directly behind the dunes and merges almost seamlessly with the beach. The modern architecture of this house harmonises perfectly with its surroundings.

The Maremma region on the southern coast of Tuscany is characterized by wide plains, gentle hills and the nearby sea. The architecture of the Maremma House refers directly to this landscape.

Maison Kamari on the Greek island of Paros is a modern interpretation of Cycladic architecture. The property is divided into several connected wings and a separate guest house.

Villa Zagara near the Sicilian town of Noto is surrounded by a garden of lemon trees. The house and garden are the joint project of three brothers - two are architects in Naples and one is a landscape architect.

Casa da Lila in the historic old town of Silves in southern Portugal is full of surprises. Hidden behind its modest traditional façade, you will find contemporary architecture and an exquisite interior.

Casa delle Marche is an old country house set in the hills of Le Marche in Italy. As traditional as it may appear from the outside, step inside and you will be surprised by its modern and minimalistic interiors.

House B in the northern Provence doesn’t shout for attention, but blends in harmoniously with its surroundings. It is built with traditional local materials and one half of it is half-hidden within the hill on which it is set.

The Rock Cabin is located on a park-like property with a view of the nearby Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The nature, the quiet location and the beautiful, unpretentious interior of the studio create an inspiring atmosphere.

The Vila Mravljevi, in a small village in Western Slovenia, consists of two houses: a typical regional stone farmhouse and a new modern building.

Mas des Rouges Gorges is a modern country house on the edge of Eygalières, a medieval village at the heart of the Alpilles Natural Regional Park. The Villa draw its inspiration from the traditional limestone architecture.

Surrounded by cork oak forests, the Villa CP rests on a hill between the Catalan city of Girona and the Costa Brava. Original stone walls and modern architecture meet in perfect harmony, set against breathtaking natural surroundings.

The Pergola Residence near Merano was designed by Matteo Thun, the new Spazio 46 by Hannes Peer. The terraced complex nestles harmoniously into its surroundings between vineyards and apple orchards.

“Das Refugium” is a 300 sqm villa on Lake Neusiedl in Austria. Linear architecture, quality materials and simple, minimalist furniture are the defining features of this house.

Lake Orta is considered the most romantic of northern Italy's sub-Alpine lakes. On its eastern shore – just above the town of Orta – la Darbia is set into an idyllic hillside and celebrates la dolce vita in Piedmont.

Casa Modesta is located in the Ria Formosa Nature Park, a protected natural lagoon on the Portuguese Algarve. To the owners Casa Modesta means more than just a hotel: they associate happy childhood memories with the estate that once belonged to their grandfather.

LLEÓ57 is a listed former mansion two minutes from the marketplace of the small town of Pollenca in the north of Mallorca which, with 390 sqm, offers plenty of space for its guests.

In the middle of an oak forest, yet with a wide view up to Lake Trasimeno, Villa G. is situated on a mountainside near the medieval town of Preggio.

Au Perier, situated in the Dordogne in southwest France, is like a tiny, relaxed village: four houses, a central square, a pool, an open barn and a vegetable garden.

Where Umbria meets Tuscany and Le Marche, Casanova di Mesola is situated in a secluded location on a hilltop with panoramic views - a hideaway that combines nature, design and comfort. Gubbio, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Italy, can be reached in 25 minutes.

This small B&B in the green surroundings of Aix-en-Provence mixes modern architecture with a retro-inspired interior design.

In the picturesque village square of Burgeis in South Tyrol, historic buildings and rural charm meet modern architecture. Always in view: the Vinschgau Alps.

BAIX DE S’ERA is a stylish place for a holiday in Mallorca away from mass tourism. The owners actually wanted to build a bungalow, but due to the building regulations this was not possible.

Stadl Altenbach is a historic “Kellerstöckl” in southern Styria. This style of house – a hillside construction with a cellar built into the hill – are traditionally found in the Austrian wine-growing regions.

The Sauerlandbleibe in the half-timbered village of Bödefeld proves that a group house can be stylish. The 200 year old farm house with room for up to 26 people is suitable as holiday accommodation or for conferences.

Surrounded by olive groves, vineyards and woods, the old farm Casale di Cellole sits on one of the many hills of the Chianti region near Siena. The historic property surprises inside with individually furnished holiday apartments.

With the glittering sea in sight and a pool in the Mediterranean garden Villa Vendicari is located in the nature reserve Vendicari in south-eastern Sicily. The building looks like it has been shaped by the wind, and with its organic form it blends in well with the original landscape.

Hotel Briol high above the South Tyrolean Eisack Valley can only be reached on foot or with a taxi jeep. Time seems to stand still up here at 1310 meters height above sea level.

The north coast of Tenerife is characterised by lush green vegetation and by buildings in traditional Canarian style. One of them is the Hacienda de las Cuatro Ventanas – a 17th century mansion surrounded by a tropical garden.

Surrounded by an olive grove and overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea as well as the Aurunci mountains Villa Due Pini is situated on a hill above the medieval town of Itri. The Italian architect Cherubino Gambardella designed the house based on an unfinished reinforced concrete skeleton.

Surrounded by sand dunes the exclusive holiday home is located just 400 meters from Portugal's most loved beach Praia do Pego. A composition of concrete and glass with plenty of views and privacy.

The hotel was a project between three friends. For several years they had been looking for an appropriate property situated in the quiet countryside close to Pristina – and with a lovely view. The result is a modern building with many wooden elements.

Nestled into the rolling hills of the Marches and with panoramic views of the sea, Casa Olivi is located close to the medieval town of Treia.

Mediterranean minimalism: A 106 meter long stone path leads to Villa Santanyi which is located in an almond grove with sea and mountain views in the south of Mallorca.

A tropical holiday paradise awaits you at the Ayurveda Guesthouse. Located in a fishing village on the west coast of Sri Lanka, the resort has a spaciously laid out garden with a small lagoon in the centre and direct access to 3 kilometres of sandy beach.

Agritourism in modern form: At the Vivere you won´t spend your holiday on a rustic farm, but in an elegant design hotel amidst vineyards and olive groves. A perfect starting point for a holiday on Lake Garda.

Looking out of the living room windows you have the impression of being on a ship. Casa Nettuno is located on a cliff overlooking the sea and therefore offers magnificent views over the Mediterranean.

Villa Gran Atlantico looks like a butterfly that has landed on the steep slope near the west coast of La Palma. Its overhanging roof offers a cool retreat from the intense sun.

The Villa Extramuros is an exclusive villa/hotel in the Portuguese region of Alentejo. The modern building with a brilliant white facade was inspired by medieval monasteries.

The Tannerhof in the Bavarian Alps is surrounded by meadows, forests and mountains and, with its buildings, looks like a small village. In 2011, it was transformed from a sanatorium into a hotel and health resort.

Holiday in a stately villa with spectacular views to Lake Maggiore. Villa Boffa is situated on a steep hill on the edge of the Valgrande National Park on the outskirts of the mountain village of Caprezzo.

In the Quinta da Bouca d’Arques you can choose between apartments in typical regional style and in modern architecture. The former mansion of the 17th Century has been supplemented by a new building.

The Stadl am Tunauberg is a quiet retreat. The room concept is surprisingly open for a converted old barn: A glazed gable wall, set back into the building, blurs the boundaries between interior and exterior space.

Two things immediately catch your eye when you arrive at the Naturresidence Dahoam: the remarkable view into the Merano valley and the modern architecture of the house.

In a remote location among the Ligurian mountains, Che Bella Vista is situated on an old vineyard surrounded by dry stone walls. The house in typical regional architectural language forms a calming contrast to the topography and vegetation of the surroundings.

Located around 80 km from Barcelona, the city of Girona with its medieval old town is considered the secret beauty of Catalonia. Alemanys 5 is located in the historic quarter in a building from the 16th century.

Family owned for over 100 years, Hotel Hinteregger has been remodeled and enlarged over several generations. Old and new are clearly perceptible and yet harmoniously united.

Thanks to its location on a slope above the bay of Port Soller, Casa al Mar benefits from breathtaking views across the harbour to the open sea and combines modern architecture with original materials to create rooms that reflect the light and atmosphere of the island.

Summer-resort in South Tyrol: At the Bad Dreikirchen guest house you can go on holiday like in they did in the past. The hotel is located at 1,120 meters above sea level and can only be reached on foot or by taxi jeep.

Casa Giromet is situated in a beautiful panoramic position in the middle of the Moscata region in rural Piedmont. The old stone farmhouse, which had almost turned into ruin, was rebuilt over more than two years and restored with great attention to detail.

Le Marche in central Italy is not as well known as nearby Tuscany, but is a hot tip for travelers in Italy. The Borgo Tranquillo looks traditional from the outside, but inside it has a modern loft style with individually designed apartments.

Between cornfields, paddocks and the bay, to the south east of the holiday island of Rügen, lies the village of Zicker, and the Kornspeicher Mauritz.

Pure deceleration: In the midst of the Lower Bavarian picture postcard landscape, the Hofgut Hafnerleiten (Hafnerleiten Estate) offers a retreat in harmony with nature that combines the elements in a down-to-earth and architecturally subtle way.

The Seehotel is situated in the middle of a nature reserve on the shore of the Neuklostersee, 15 kilometres from the Baltic Sea coast and the Hanseatic city of Wismar.