Readers recommend

California: Stylish inn

Fess Parker’s Wine Country Inn & Spa, 2860 Grand Ave., Los Olivos 93441; (800) 446-2455, fax (805) 688-1942, www.fessparker.com/inn1.htm. “Beautiful inn in the quaint Santa Barbara County town of Los Olivos is worlds away from the hustle and bustle of L.A. Generous-sized guest rooms with plantation shutters, a cozy fireplace, his-and-her pedestal sinks and lots of big, comfortable pillows and bedding. From the front desk to the guest suites to the dining room, the commitment to personal service was most satisfying.” Double rooms from $248.

Richard Carter

Glendale

Ireland: Mountain views

Elyod House, Ross Road, Killarney, County Kerry; 011-353-64-365-44. “Spotlessly clean and modern Killarney B&B; is just down the street from Ross Castle and easy walking distance to the center of town. It borders Killarney’s national park and has panoramic mountain views. Hostess Mary Doyle couldn’t have been more charming, accommodating and helpful. Her breakfasts were the best we had in Ireland during a three-week driving tour.” Double rooms from $68.

William Sinclair

Glendale

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