Alastair Sawday"s Special Places to Stay Imagine a smiling welcome, a glass of wine, a bedroom stuffed with character, and a feast with the family. - Or a minimalist room and a restaurant in the village, a 12th-century chateau or a farm alive with friendly animals. - A collection honed over 10 years, plus 100 new entries - all visited by us. - Wonderful value! Over 250 places that cost less than 15 per person. - These places take special care of people. We, in turn, work hard to be an ethical company with effective "green" and social policies, and an eco-office.