It may be a hop and a bit of a skip to get to Mustique, but boy, is it worth it; and once there, you’ll find the appeal of the seclusion, elegance and refinement the Cotton House offers.

Having been converted from an old sugar mill, it’s far from rustic: today it houses beautifully renovated, romantically weathered cottage rooms and suites, with private terraces or verandas overlooking the glistening Caribbean Sea. And the Residence is great for families, thanks to its spacious reception rooms, outdoor gazebo, butler services and large private swimming pool. Elsewhere, the expansive pool is one way to relax, while further options lie in the sparkling-clear, warm waters of Endeavour Bay with kayaking, snorkelling and scuba-diving, or in the lovely spa’s numerous tension-busting treatments.