The following resorts, inns and bed-and-breakfasts were featured in recent issues of Midwest Living. Because packages are always being introduced and altered, you might want to call the property first.

Atchison, Glick Mansion Bed and Breakfast One of the town's 37 historic millionaire residents built this grand home in the late 1800s. 913-367-9110.

Cottonwood Falls, Grand Central Hotel In the heart of Flint Hills cattle country, an 1884 two-story hotel awaits with homespun hospitality. The ten rooms, scattered throughout the building, are outfitted with thick down comforters and white terry robes. The restaurant downstairs serves choice beef. 800-951-6763.

Council Grove, Cottage House Hotel A rambling, historic two-story bed and breakfast, along with a motel, are nestled in historic downtown Council Grove in the Flint Hills area. 800-727-7903.

Dodge City, Boot Hill Bed & Breakfast The six rooms in this brick retreat bear the names of western legends, but feature classic, traditional furnishings. The inn tops a hill across from the Boot Hill Museum and Old Front Street historical complex. 620-225-7600.

Fort Scott, Lyons' Victorian Mansion Bed and Breakfast Now a bed and breakfast, the elegant, antique-filled four-story 1876 mansion lavishes diners with a seven-course Evening of Elegance Victorian Feast in December. 800-78-GUEST.

Kansas City, The Raphael Hotel The old-world feel of this grand hotel takes its guests back to the 1920's in Europe with its Spanish architecture and elegant style. The location is conveniently located next to an abundance of restaurants and shops. 800-821-5343.

Lawrence, Eldridge Hotel Victorian-style décor and 48 suites, most with wet bars and microwaves, distinguish this brick-and-sandstone building, located in the bustling downtown area of this college town. 785-749-5011.

Liberal, Bluebird Inn A modern brick ranch house that's the perfect place for bird lovers. The BlueBird Inn features bird knickknacks tucked into every corner. 620-624-0720.

Medicine Lodge, Copa Budget Host Inn This two-story brick motel includes 57 standard rooms and an outdoor pool. 620-886-5673.

Peabody, Jones Sheep Farm An overnight stay at this cottage near Peabody is like spending the night at Grandma's house -- if Grandma lived on a sheep farm in the Australian Outback. The small cottage (you rent the entire house) overlooks the 100-acre sheep farm, complete with 150-plus bleating sheep. 620-983-2815.

Wichita, Inn at the Park If you like a variety of interior styles, from art nouveau to French country décor, you'll love the stately Inn at the Park. You can choose among 10 suites in the red brick three-story European-style mansion or two suites that share a hot tub in the backyard carriage house. Each suite has a private bath. 800-258-1951.

Wichita, The Inn at Willowbend Resembling a sprawling executive home, the inn sidles up to The Willowbend Golf Club on the far northeast side of Wichita. 800-553-5775.

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