Rough-Luxe is an aesthetic, an artistic style, that involves leaving a purposely unfinished look to an interior. Dark woods and clean unobstructed lines are used to leave a few highlights of design. Here, on the shores of Lake Rutundu in Kenya, the highlights are undoubtedly the gorgeous views from the ...

The Bisma is part of a collection of resorts in Bali named after the Komaneka family who saved a vast collection of traditional Balinese art from destruction. Their philosophy is to deliver top-of-the-range service in a traditional Balinese environment. Komaneka at Bisma resort is their showpiece. It has a prime ...

Billed as a “four suite B&B” the Follonico bares only a loose resemblance to the shabby seaside experience of the usual B&Bs found in Europe. It is run by a husband and wife team and is perfect for a quiet getaway in the Toscana countryside. Breakfast is served reassuringly late ...

Ever wondered if the Britain of Beatrix Potter still exists? If there still are parts of the island where people still live in harmony? Gentle countryside living is what you will get when you stay in the Black Mountain Yurt. Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, your yurt ...

Bolivia has some of the largest and most elevated salt flats in the world. Named Salar de Uyuni, they are located 3658m above sea level. The salt crust covers an extended area of 4,085 square miles. Many of the towns in this area have special traditions and customs. Out here, ...

The Daintree Eco Lodge has won dozens of awards and is recognized as one of the best eco lodge destinations in the world. Set in the world’s oldest rainforest (it has existed continuously for 110 million years) and drawing inspiration from the Aboriginal culture that grew up there, the Eco ...

Built on stilts around prime grazing ground, the Salt Lick Lodge is one tasty proposition. Located in over 9000 square miles of protected terrain covering Western Kenya the Lodge offers you the chance to view a menagerie of wildlife within a living ecosystem. The lodge has many terraces where you ...

Safari meets luxury at the remote Singita Boulders Lodge, deep inside in the Singita Private game reserve. After you landed at the private Singita airstrip, you will be taken in 10 minutes to the main lodge. The resort is set right next to the Sand River within the Sabi Sand ...

The Graine & Ficelle Hotel in Saint-Jeannet, France is called a pleasure farm, and focuses on creating an atmosphere of tranquility and outdoorsy comfort. The fairly large house offers excellent scenery in the heart of the French Riviera, at 260m2. Guests here can expect a sophisticated living room, dining room ...

The Tulloch Castle Hotel is what is left of the 12th century Tulloch Castle. Many original features are retained in the hotel, like the castle’s walls, the Great Hall, fireplaces and ceilings. Many years ago only a Chief of the Clan or Laird could stay in such a prominent castle ...

Leobo is an award winning private property that has just recently opened up for travelers. It is owned by an English family, hence it's a one time opportunity to enjoy their exceptional creation as an exclusive rental. Leobo Private Reserve is set in the Waterberg Game Park, surrounded by a ...

Tucked away in the trees of the Kruger National Park, Singita Sweni Lodge is a private oasis at the edge of the Sweni River. The property lies on a 33,000 acre private land within the national park surrounded by unique flora and fauna in four different eco-zones. The lodge is ...

A holiday at the Eco Lodge Refugio Marnes means that you will be surrounded by the tranquil Spanish countryside and immersed in the simple life of the finca. Set on 50 acres this traditional estate is nestled in its own private valley on Costa Blanca. It provides the perfect rural ...

The Locanda Rosa Rosae is a truly magical place nestled in the Venetian countryside. Surrounded by indescribable natural beauty, this bed and breakfast is a hidden gem waiting to welcome travelers. In a secluded locale between Treviso and Venice, this unique guesthouse is the embodiment of rustic charm. Originally built ...

Situated on 22 acres of lush bush land, Mira Mira allows guests to experience the beauty of the Gippsland Region in a fantasy retreat. Set only 90 minutes outside of Melbourne, this bed and breakfast offers you something both daring and different. Mira Mira has three separate lodgings to choose ...

The Quinta de Casaldronho Wine Hotel is set in the heart of the Douro Valley, offering magnificent views of the river, hills, and surrounding vineyards. Situated on 24 hectares, over half the land is allocated specifically for the production of Port wine which has made this region famous. In addition ...

La Scuola Guesthouse is the culmination of the owners’ dream to create a bed and breakfast in the heart of the Asiago Plateau. The former schoolhouse has been transformed into charming accommodations for guests seeking to experience the spectacular scenery, rich history, and the romance of the region. Perfectly situated ...

The Herdade do Moinho Novo, located in the municipality of Montijo, Portugal is among the latest innovations in agritourism. Only 30 minutes from Lisbon, the bungalows are set in a cork oak forest, meaning they are completely surrounded by nature. The “hanging houses” are perfectly integrated into the rural landscape ...

Visitors from around the globe have trekked to Africa for centuries to experience a genuine safari trip and observe the continent's amazing wildlife in its natural habitat. The Marakele National Park is among the most popular due to its incredible scenery, diverse wildlife, proximity to Johannesburg and because it is ...

Nestled in the heart of Kwazulu-Natal, the accommodations of &Beyond Phinda Homestead offer guests the extraordinary ability to experience the savanna and bush of South Africa from a completely unique perspective. The understated class and privacy allow you to reconnect with nature and your loved ones and you encounter the ...

The Tongabezi Lodge is a premier romantic destination, situated upstream of one of the world’s most impressive natural wonders, Victoria Falls. This privately owned resort prides itself on warm hospitality and your choice of exclusive cottages from where you can immerse yourself in the wonder of your surroundings. In addition ...

Hotel Tjampuhan & Spa calls the ravishing ravines of Bali its home. Nestled among the foothills of Ubud, the accommodations are an artful blend of German-inspired luxury amid a pristine monkey forest. This historical reserve is home to the Temple of Death, but a relaxing massage in the hotel’s spa ...