Readers recommend

France: Lovely inn

L’Auberge du Presbytere, Place de la Fontaine, 84400 Saignon; 011-33-4-9074-1150, www.provence-luberon.com/auberge. “Ultra-charming, small, rustic hotel in a picturesque medieval village in eastern Provence. Top rooms have excellent views, especially Bleu, with a balcony and a 180-degree vista. Excellent location for exploring the Luberon area with its ocher cliffs and fields of lavender.” Owned by an American expat. Doubles with private bath start at $68; breakfast is $8.50.

Ray Singer, Malibu

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Vermont: Beautiful garden

1868 Crosby House Bed-and-Breakfast, 175 Western Ave., Brattleboro 05301; (800) 528- 1868, www.crosbyhouse.com. “A park-like Victorian garden sets off this Vermont B&B.; Although built in 1868, it has all the modern amenities. Our room was lovely and comfortable without being overdone. The town has an interesting collection of shops.” Doubles from $120, including breakfast.

Denise and Michael White, Huntington Beach