California--Alice Specht, Yucaipa: “5th Street Inn, corner...
California--Alice Specht, Yucaipa: “5th Street Inn, corner of 5th and Bullion streets, P.O. Box 1917, Mariposa 95338; tel. (800) 867-8584. Spacious rooms. Continental breakfasts are homemade and served on the terrace.” Rates: $55 and up.
New Mexico--Gloria Santangelo, Costa Mesa: “Carriage House Bed & Breakfast, 925 6th St., Las Vegas 87701; tel. (505) 454-1784. A 100-year-old Victorian home, lovingly refurbished over the past three years. Breakfasts [included] are delicious.” Rates: $65.12-$76.16.
France--Penelope Williams, Montecito: “Le Mistral, 8 Rue Frederic, Ventabren 13122; tel. 011-33-4-42-28-87-27. Fabulous B&B.; The hostess, Lynn McDonald, can plan exciting side trips i.e. antiques, music festivals, wineries. In a picture-perfect hilltop village in Provence.” Rates: $76-$116, with breakfast.
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