Readers Recommend

California: Oak Creek Manor Luxury Bed-and-Breakfast, 4735 Olive Hill Road, Fallbrook 92028; (877) 451-2468, www.oakcreekmanor.com. “Estate in beautiful residential area. Eight acres of gardens. Plantation-style home has four guest rooms, including a carriage house. We were served a gourmet breakfast prepared by owner Johannes Zachbauer that included fresh juice, fruit platter, poached pears, eggs and white asparagus. Three- and five-course dinners available.” Doubles from $150.

--Steven Schwartz,Cathedral City

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Ireland: Kilbolane House, Milford, Charleville, County Cork; 011-353-63-80171, e-mail Kilbolanehse@msn.com. “Beautiful Georgian farmhouse operated by John and Pat Bourke. Magnificent views and walks at this eight-acre horse property. Hearty Irish breakfast included. Don’t miss the evening meals with cocktails in the parlor, after-dinner drinks before a peat fire. Wonderful hosts recommend things to see and do throughout Ireland.” Doubles, with private bath, about $60.

--Gene Cranford, Carpinteria