Bed and breakfasts
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A new five-star B&B on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds offers bags of comfort and a chance to explore one of the country’s underappreciated rural areas
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Part of the maverick Peach chain, this pub/hotel in upmarket, leafy Edgbaston is swanky and handsome, but it doesn’t always hit the mark on the food front
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On a ‘pig experience’ in Devon, Vanessa Thorpe and sons get the hang of feeding time but come unstuck when they try herding a pair of hefty porkers
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For those who like to take a dip after a day of exploring (or a night partying), here are some of the best hostels with their own swimming pools
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Greece’s economy may still be in the doldrums, but Athens’ arts scene and nightlife are flourishing. Combine that with a wave of new affordable places to stay and the capital is no longer just a gateway to the Greek islands
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Stunning scenery, stylish rooms, a friendly vibe and fab food … this refurbished Clitheroe pub makes a tasteful base to explore the original Middle-earth
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Millgate, a guesthouse in Masham, North Yorkshire, was voted the best on the planet. The couple behind it reveal why scones may be the secret to their success – and why they’re now selling up
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Pastel-coloured palaces, beach-side design hotels, family-friendly farmhouses – and all bookable for under £100 a night. Here’s a pick of Portugal’s best value stays
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With views to savour and activities as high-octane or as chilled out as you want, our mountain cabin picks feature getaways to suit all tastes
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Get into the heart and soul of Britain at these places to stay – from a lighthouse to a bunkhouse – run by local groups and charities
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A château holiday needn’t cost a king’s ransom. These 10 sumptuous castles-turned-hotels across France won’t break the bank
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Once just a stop on the way to Machu Picchu, Peru’s capital is now a hot destination in its own right – and the first direct flights from the UK, with BA from 4 May, will make it even easier to reach
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The ink was barely dry on measures easing the US embargo before the big hotel brands began plotting their moves. But don’t worry, there are more genuinely Cuban places to stay than ever
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These out of the way retreats can only be reached on foot – but the reward for your efforts is a warm welcome and a chance to rest weary legs in spectacular surroundings
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Lord it up with stays at former chapels and churches, from north Scotland to Cornwall, that provide a rich, historic slant to a short break escape
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Ireland has its grand, expensive hotels but it’s possible to get quality, comfort and style at a price you may like too. We round up some of the best places to stay across the Republic and Northern Ireland
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Inspired by A Bigger Splash, set on the Sicilian island of Pantelleria and starring Tilda Swinton and Ralph Fiennes, Sawday’s Nicole Franchini selects 10 gorgeous Sicilian retreats
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This Welsh restaurant with rooms offers peace and seclusion, a Michelin-starred dinner menu of seasonal, local food – and an ace breakfast
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“We feel lucky to live in a beautiful part of the world …” From the Dordogne to the Philippines, Brits tell how they left homes and jobs in the UK to start new lives abroad – as hoteliers
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Nigella Lawson keeps condiments in her nightstand, and has long been an advocate of dining in bed. But what is acceptable to eat between the sheets – and what is best avoided?
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A reluctant landlady leaves feedback for the travellers who stay in her home. This week: No, I won’t shine your shoes
British boltholes Redmayne House B&B, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria: hotel review