Escape the Heat in Bar Harbor, Maine

Aysgarth Station in Bar Harbor, Main offers visitors year round accommodations on Mt. Desert Island. The Bed and Breakfast extends New England hospitality and quiet comfort in a uniquely casual atmosphere. The Inn is situated in downtown Bar Harbor....and you are only a short stroll to the harbor, many distinctive shops, an abundance of eateries and the Shore Path ocean-front walk. You are also only minutes away from both the CAT Ferry Terminal for traveling to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia as well as Acadia National Park.

Many activities are calling you Enjoy the incredible beauty of Acadia National Park or take a day trip to the islands surrounding Mt. Desert. Or shop in downtown Bar Harbor and sample some of New England’s crafts or Maine’s wondrous food delicacies.

After a long day shopping, hiking, whale watching, and enjoying some of the area’s best restaurants, relax and unwind in this comfortable, spacious 6-room inn home in the heart of downtown Bar Harbor featuring an open third floor deck and an inviting open fire in the front room.

Start the next day with a hearty breakfast that will satisfy any guest. All rooms feature queen size beds, air conditioning, private bathrooms and delightful afternoon refreshments. There may be more elegant B&B's in town, but you won't find one that's more comfortable!

Gli Angeli Bed and Breakfast in Sienna, Italy

Today let's venture to Sienna, Italy located in the center of Italy's Tuscan region, between Chianti and Maremm and just south of Florence. This beautiful midieval city offers bed and breakfast visitors wonderful cuisine, beautiful scenery, historical sites and more. Area attractions include exploring Florence, Pienza, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Montalcino, Arezzo, and San Galgano. Bed and breakfasts range from historical buildings inside the city center to farmstays in the beautiful Siena countryside.

Consider staying at Angeli Bed and Breakfast, a villa close to the center of Siena. This accommodation is small and family-run offering guests a warm welcome and anonymity if desired. In fact, guests receive their own keys and can access their rooms independently, without having to pass through the owners' living space.

The bed and breakfast is located on the ancient Via Cassia, a road rich in history, which has been traversed by simple pilgrims and famous personages on their way to Rome. While here follow the footsteps of antiquity and visit the province south of Siena with its Crete Senesi chalk hills, Montalcino, the home of Brunello wine, the beautiful Abbey of Sant'Antimo famous for hosting Gregorian chants, Bagno Vignoni with its main square in the form of a thermal pool, and the zone of the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO world heritage site. Continuing south, you come to Mount Amiata, with its chestnut woods. Many of these destinations are served by regional buses that stop just in front of Angeli.

The proximity of Siena's ring connector road (just 1 km), the cities of Arezzo, Grosseto and Florence are also easy to reach, as is the entire province of Siena, with San Gimignano and Chianti to the north towards Florence, Pienza, Montepulciano and Chianciano to the east towards Arezzo, San Galgano to the west towards Grosseto.

Breakfast, provided on request, is served in the salon in front of a large fireplace, or in your room, depending on your preference.

Oliver Inn Bed and Breakfast in South Bend Indiana

The Victorian romance of the Oliver Inn Bed and Breakfast provides visitors to South Bend, Indiana with an enriching glimpse of life at the turn of the century. It reflects the lives and times of South Bend's most famous families. From the moment you pull into its stately circular drive and up to the grand porte cochere, the Oliver Inn will gently nudge you back into the grandeur of another time. Shaded by more than thirty tall maple trees, this twenty-five room estate is a local historical landmark and was home to the Oliver family for over 100 years.

Choose from among nine beautifully furnished rooms, each with private bath, phone and TV. Several feature the warmth of built in fireplace or a Jacuzzi for two, and all promise a sunny view of South Bend's magnificent historical district. Warm and inviting, the Oliver's richly decorated library is known locally for its baby grand piano with computerized disk player offering guests the choice of popular, country, jazz or classical music for any occasion or mood. Keep warm around the fire, play games or take the opportunity to learn more about Northern Indiana history as you browse through the picture books that tell its story.

Additionally, The Oliver Inn is an ideal site for any occasion that might bring family and friends together. Hosting wedding parties, reunions, retreats and the like is a joy! Guests will experience the glow of the Waterford crystal sconces, the beautifully restored maple flooring, and the hand-crafted spiraling staircase.

Country Life Bed and Breakfast in Saratoga Springs, NY

Today, I'm thinking about the Adirondack Mountains and the small communities that offer bed and breakfasts travelers an escape from the Summer heat. Just three hours from New York City, Saratoga Springs is located in the the southern foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. The city is a top vacation destination, known most for its healing hot springs and world renowned Thoroughbred track. Visitors can enjoy mountains, culture and theater as Saratoga Springs is the Summer home to the New York City Ballet and The Philadelphia Orchestra.

The hosts of Country Life Bed and Breakfast in an 1820's farmhouse offer travelers views of the scenic hills of Washington County and is gateway to the Adirondacks.

The bed and breakfasts offers a full, home-cooked breakfast featuring a fruit course and either stuffed french toast with cinnamon syrup or their signature dish of baked fresh fruit (from their garden) on cinnamon toast.

Stroll around the pastures or through the pine woods alongside the creek. Splash in our natural swimming hole, twin waterfalls and a rock slide. A bridge across the stream leads to 30 acres of old woodlands filled with trails and wildlife. Relax and picnic by the waterfalls.

B&B De Baronie in Amsterdam

Bed and Breakfast The Baronie offers travelers to Amsterdam a cozy family atmosphere and a unique view of one of the most beautiful canals of Amsterdam. This typical 16th century canal house offers classic elegance and luxury. Old Dutch tiles, original beams, marble and oak staircases adorn this building. While here, enjoy the view over the canal, relax by the fireplace or sit in the courtyard and enjoy this romantic setting.

This accommodation is located within walking distance of the Nieuwmarkt, Waterloo square, the Stopera, Rembrandt square, Dam Square and is just 700 meters from the Central Station. The neighborhood offers numerous shops, museums, theatres, romantic restaurants, cafes and terraces.

Almina Hotel Istanbul in Turkey

Istanbul, a metropolis of 15 million people, is often described as 'the crossroads of Europe and Asia' - a heaving bazaar-city of carpets and caravanserais with an imperial history stretching back for more than 1,500 years. The city center, including the areas referred to as 'the old city' and 'the new city', which are separated by the estuary of the Golden Horn, is located on the European side of Istanbul, on the Western side of the Bosphorus Strait. Its varied history is mirrored by the stunning Ottoman mosques, classical columns, Byzantine structures, ancient city walls and fine churches. A fine example of this is Haghia Sophia, or Church of Divine Wisdom and Topkapi Palace is another Istanbul must-see. Famous for its markets and bazaars, bed and breakfast travelers should also check out the Covered or Grand Bazaar and the Spice Market. Get away to Yildiz Park with its woodland and landscaped gardens or take in culture pure at the Archaeological Museums or the Istanbul Modern Museum.

Our newest listing in Istanbul is the Almina Hotel. This stylishly furnished accommodation is located in the most ancient part of central Istanbul. The hotel has 29 rooms and is rated as a four star luxury boutique hotel. The Almina Hotel offers high quality service and comfort.

The Hotel is located in the prestigious and historical district of Istanbul which hosts Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman cultures that awaiting you to reveal its hidden beauties. The hotel is close to many fine restaurants and bars. The Almina Hotel has an extensive complimentary buffet breakfast every morning.

Belfast Bay Inn in Belfast, Maine

Belfast is a small coastal community located along Maine's coast in the Penobscot Bay region. Area attractions include riding the Belfast Moosehead Railroad, scenic cruises, lighthouses, golf, tennis, art galleries, antique shops, acclaimed summer theatre, concerts, festivals, lobster picnics, museums and great places to hike and swim. Belfast also hosts a variety of festivals throughout the year including the Belfast Bear Fest, Belfast Bay Festival and the Church Street Festival. Browse IBBP's Belfast guide for the perfect bed and breakfast to suit your travel needs.

The all new luxury AAA Four Diamond award winning and Select Registry Belfast Bay Inn in Belfast has the intimacy of a Bed and Breakfast and the charm and comfort of a small European Hotel.

The spacious interiors feature six elegantly appointed guest suites with one king bed and two spacious and beautifully appointed hotel rooms with 2 queen beds. Some of our accommodations with gas fireplace, balcony and water views. All with private bathrooms, telephones, luxurious linens, fluffy robes, original artwork, fine upholstery, unique furnishings and richly crafted period moldings. Enjoy the convenience of AC, HDTV, CD, DVD, WiFi, Private Parking, Daily Newspaper, In-Suite Breakfast, Gift Shop and Amenities galore.

This 1859 Greek Revival Row House is ideally located on Main Street nestled among quaint shops, galleries, restaurants. We're only steps to the waterfront at the working town pier and just minutes to neighboring Camden, Maine.

Your expectations will be exceeded with the elegance and casual charm of this little gem right in the heart of this delightful seaside city.