The Old Silk Store is a delightful neoclassical mansion that was once used for the cultivation of silk worms. British owner Jill Sleeman turned it into a delightful bed and breakfast with only five bedrooms. Creaky plank floors are painted in soft grey hues and covered with pretty rugs; high ceilings, tall windows and pastel-coloured walls give everything a fresh and airy feel. Bedrooms are simple but charmingly furnished with iron-farmed twin beds and old-fashioned pieces. There is also a small garden house with an open-plan studio including a fully equipped kitchen – ideal for longer stays. Jill always takes her time to get to know her guests and offers a very personal service. She serves a daily-varied, and absolutely delicious, breakfast in the gorgeously flowered garden. Ask her for suggestions to help you discover Pelion, or sign up for the guided walks she organises, assisted by her donkey, during spring and autumn.