Star of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly are an eclectic mix of New England, Cornwall and the Caribbean. To enjoy one of the most dramatic settings in Britain, book a room at the Hell Bay Hotel on the tiny island of Bryher, overlooking the Atlantic. Next stop is America – they say that on a clear day you can even see Manhattan!“Unstuffy luxury” is the philosophy behind this escapist paradise. The hotel has 23 suites with New England-meets-Cornwall inspired decor, and white Caribbean-style beaches are just 75 yards away. Puffins and seals are likely to be your nearest neighbours, though you might catch a glimpse of Jude Law, Sandra Bullock and David Suchet, who are all said to be fans of the hideaway. Fish, crab and lobster feature large on the menu and a gym, sauna, spa bath, games room, outdoor heated pool and nine-hole golf course will help give you an appetite.
Out and about: The hotel can organise sailing, fishing trips, birdwatching and archaeology tours. You can also island hop over to Tresco for a glimpse of the famous Abbey Gardens.
If the dramatic ocean backdrop doesn't inspire you at Hell Bay, the wealth of fresh local seafood will
Puffins and seals are likely to be your nearest neighbours on the Scilly Isles, though you might also catch a glimpse of Jude Law, Sandra Bullock and David Suchet, who are all said to be fans of the Hell Bay Hotel on the tiny island of Bryher
