Readers recommend

Massachusetts: Cape Cod

Beech Wood Inn, 2839 Main St., Route 6A, Barnstable Village 02630; (800) 609-6618, www.beechwoodinn.com. “Delightful B&B; in the mid-Cape area is 10 minutes from Hyannis and well located for day trips all over Cape Cod. A classic old Victorian; themed rooms with antiques and fireplaces. Delicious three-course breakfasts. Owners, transplanted South Bay folks, know the best restaurants and can recommend activities, lighthouses etc.” Doubles from $100.

Connie and Lynn Hughes

Laguna Beach

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France: Village charm

L’Eveche, Rue de l’Eveche, Cite Medievale, 84110 Vaison-

la-Romaine; 011-33-4-90-36-

13-46, fax 011-33-4-90-36-32-43, www.avignon-et-provence.com/eveche/gb. “Lovely bed-and-breakfast in the wonderful medieval village of Vaison-la-Romaine. Our room was tastefully decorated with antiques, and the gracious host gave us excellent directions and tips. The village, too long overlooked by travel writers, includes an outstanding Roman city that visitors can walk through. There is a vast collection of ancient ruins. Nearby are tiny towns with excellent wines.” Double rooms from $83.

Betty Bruns

Encino

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