"Like something out of The Notebook, the winding, moss-laden entrance to the Sanctuary Hotel on Kiawah Island inspires instant calm. From there, the 250-room oasis has everything you need to let your inner Nancy Myers shine, including a stretch of private beach, a piano bar, vintage-inspired bedding in the guest rooms, and stylish boutiques off the lobby. Since the hotel is only 40 minutes from Charleston, you can easily make a day trip to the city for a fancy meal or some more shopping." - Claire Volkman