Le Ferme Saint Siméon, Honfleur, Normandy & Pas de Calais, France
Long a magnet for French impressionists (including Monet), and celebrated for its beautiful Seine estuary light, this fully restored farm, spread over three buildings and extensive gardens, close to the old harbour of Honfleur and the Eugène-Boudin Museum, is more than just a feast for the eyes.
Artistic aspirations are fulfilled with painting lessons from a local artist, dining showcases hearty bistro cuisine and the best of Normandy's produce, and the spa is simply outstanding: especially the bespoke treatments, using organic regional ingredients like milk and Normandy apples.