Several horses running in a grassy field with a mountain in the background.

Franschhoek, South Africa, Africa

Sterrekopje Healing Farm

A modern house with a rooftop pool and lounge area overlooking a mountainous forest landscape.

Dolomites, Italy, Europe

Forestis

A luxurious bathroom with a freestanding stone bathtub facing an open door leading outside to a beach with sand, greenery, and a rope railing. There are toiletries on a small table next to the tub and towels hanging on the wall. The scene is bright and sunny.

Benguerra Island, Mozambique, Africa

Kisawa Residences

Modern house with large windows overlooking a sunset landscape of open grassland and sparse trees.

Namib Desert, Namibia, Africa

Our Habitas

A relaxing resort scene with a swimming pool, tropical trees, and thatched-roof huts overlooking the ocean.

Vilanculos, Mozambique, Africa

Sussuro

A scenic mountain view seen from an infinity pool, with steam rising from the hot water, in a modern outdoor setting during sunrise or sunset.

Avelengo, Italy, Europe

Miramonti Hotel

Know a place that belongs here?

Not everything makes the list. We look for places with character, a strong sense of place and something that makes them worth knowing.

How we choose