Cotton House, Mustique

Once an 18th-century stone and coral warehouse, the 5-star Cotton House has been transformed into a truly contemporary haven of boutique luxury with a laidback, beach chic feel. Situated on a picturesque hillside surrounded by the Caribbean Sea to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, Cotton House is the perfect setting for a luxury away-from-it-all break. The main accommodation is in one of the fifteen boutique bedrooms in Cotton House, where there's a range of suites on offer, from cottages with private decks and fresh neutral interiors interspersed with Caribbean-style furnishings, to deluxe seaview rooms featuring outdoor showers and personal plunge pools. Or, opt for one of the exclusive hideaways where you'll receive use of a private, fully staffed villa.

Whether you prefer barefoot barbecues or sophisticated a la carte dining, The Cotton House has something to suit all tastes. There's the exquisite fine dining of Veranda, the limewood walls and colonial-style Great Room, home to a weekly cocktail party, or the casual Beach Cafe, where the likes of smoothies, fresh fish and lobster are on offer, a perfect accompaniment to the relaxing sea breeze. 

As well as two beautiful beaches and a fabulous swimming pool, guests can enjoy a range of rejuvenating treatments at The Cotton House Spa, which boasts four treatment rooms and a relaxation room overlooking the sea, with a full range of organic products. Guests also have access to a comprehensive array of island activities such as watersports, sailing, golf and paddle boarding, and for something more relaxing there are yoga lessons, cocktail nights and open-air movies.