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About 30-45 minutes south of Stowe on Rt. 100 is the picturesque little village of Warren, Vermont, just outside the Sugarbush ski area. A little bit of a trip, but I assure…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Allison Inn Conceived by the Ken and Joan Austin and managed today by Columbia Hospitaliy, Allison Inn is destined to be one of the best in the country and certainly…
View full profileOVERVIEW at Andaz Napa The Andaz Napa is located in the heart of downtown Napa, accessible on foot to everything in town and by car for the surrounding areas. Part of the…
View full profileOVERVIEW OF Antrim 1844 Built in 1844 by Col. Andrew Ege, an immigrant from Country Antrim, Ireland, the home and property, then comprised of several out buildings on a site of approximately…
View full profileThe ’05 fire that claimed the main building, its restaurant, bar, wine cellar and wine collection was a blow to all who had enjoyed this magnificent restaurant on the banks of Lake…
View full profileThe Auberge setting may be the best in the Valley, high atop a hill overlooking neighboring vineyards. It is the perfect place to watch the setting sun each day. I’m not sure which meal…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Bernardus Lodge With vineyards in the foreground and the Santa Lucia Mountains as the backdrop, Bernardus Lodge is the quintessential “Relaxing Retreat”, a property so special it raises the bar…
View full profileBistro Don Giovanni typifies what a Napa Valley restaurant should be; a warm and comfortable place to enjoy good food and wine. Owner Giovanni Scala is the consummate host and his personal touch…
View full profileAlmost every time we travel, we are introduced to something new on a tip from a local. Such was the case during our last trip to Charlottesville when someone recommended Bizou. Housed…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Blackberry Farm Few places can match the beauty of the 4200 acre Blackberry Farm. Add exquisite accommodations, exceptional food, an amazing wine cellar and near perfect service, and you have…
View full profileTemporary closed for renovations. Scheduled to re-open in 2023. OVERVIEW of Blantyre In 1902 Robert Paterson built Blantyre as a model of his mother’s ancestral estate in Blantyre, Scotland. Complete with towers,…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Boar’s Head Resort The history of the Boar’s Head Resort property dates back some 300 years and has ties to Thomas Jefferson. The 3,000-acre tract that the resort resides on…
View full profileBouchon is an opportunity to experience Thomas Keller’s cooking without the price tag of a visit to The French Laundry. This charming bistro on Washington Street in Yountville offers the same attention…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Bucks County Cottage On a recent overnight to the New Hope/Lambertville area we enjoyed a wonderful alternative to traditional inns and B&B’s, an absolutely charming little private cottage set on the…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Buttermilk Inn & Falls A short 90 minute train or car ride from New York City, Buttermilk Falls Inn + Spa is located in Ulster County directly across the Hudson…
View full profileDriving by you’ll almost miss this brick former railroad flop house on East Water Street until you see the C&O Pepsi Cola sign out front. You begin to wonder if this is…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Chesterfield Inn Perched on a hill overlooking a pond in the front and a field of wildflowers in the back, The Chesterfield Inn is the ideal place to serve…
View full profileCole’s is a wonderful steakhouse and is a favorite of locals particularly those who live in the town of Napa. The 100 seat restaurant (plus 12 at the bar and 50 outside) sits…
View full profileChef/owner Dennis Foy has been around the NY area dining scene for over 35 years. After stints at Le Cote Basque and the 21 Club, he opened is first restaurant, Tarragon Tree…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Edson Hill Manor Make-overs are popular today, on the web and in magazines. People love the “before” and “after” shots, I think because of our innate appreciation of “second chances”.…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Fearrington House For over 200 years the Fearrington property, located in the beautiful countryside between Pittsboro and Chapel Hill in North Carolina was a working farm, passing from generation…
View full profileOVERVIEW Just outside the Sante Fe city limits, Encantado is tucked away against the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The adobe style design is integrated perfectly to the stunning desert…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Glasbern Country Inn Just outside Allentown Pennsylvania and under 2 hours from New York and Philadelphia, Glasbern was an old run-down farm from the 1800’s when new owners purchased it…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Glen Gorden Manor Every so often we come upon a property that is so exceptional that we just can’t wait to tell everyone about it. Such is the case of…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Glenmere Mansion Perched on a hilltop with sweeping lawns and stunning views of Glenmere Lake, the 1911 pink hued Tuscan style Glenmere Mansion is surrounded by spectacular formal gardens and…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Green Mountain Inn Since 1833, the historic Green Mountain Inn, located in the center of town at the base of the Mountain Road has been welcoming guests to this…
View full profileHamiltons, located on the Mall is the perfect place for lunch or dinner especially in the warm months when you can sit outside on the patio and people watch. Inside it’s bright…
View full profileWith its sweeping lawn set with colorful Adirondack chairs and views of the distant Harbor, the Harbour Cottage Inn in Southwest Harbor is a delightful respite on the other side of Mount…
View full profileKathy Kneale and her son Andrew Kneale opened Harrison’s Restaurant in December of 2003. Their goal was to create a restaurant that was a reflection of each of their lives growing up…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Hidden Pond Set on 60 wooded acres, with manicured lawns and beautiful gardens, Hidden Pond is the perfect place if you are traveling with friends or family. 14 gorgeous and…
View full profileOVERVIEW of High Peaks Resort For many, many years the Hilton occupied the corner of Main Street and Saranac Avenue and in 2008 the property passed hands and became the High Peaks…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Hope & Glory Originally an 1890’s schoolhouse, the main building and cottages of Hope & Glory are set amidst lush English gardens with meandering brick pathways, whimsical sculptures and a…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Hotel Fauchere The hotel has a rich history and has entertained guests from Babe Ruth to Mae West to Robert Frost to three U.S. Presidents. Founded in 1852, by Delmonico’s…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Hotel Yountville Hotel Yountville is in the center of the town which is in the center of the valley, making it an ideal base for your visit to Napa. In Yountville…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Inn at Bowman’s Hill You are just a short distance from New Hope as you drive down a narrow country lane looking for the Inn at Bowman Hill, a luxury…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Inn at Dos Brisas Every serious traveler, foodie and oenophile has dreamed of owning their own place, but few of us, have the resources or the experience to pull it…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Inn at Leola Village Set in the heart of Amish country in Lancaster, PA, the Inn at Leola Village is a female owned and operated historic property. The original buildings…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Inn at Little Washington In the late 70’s Reinhardt Lynch and Patrick O’Connell had a successful catering business but dreamed of creating the perfect inn and restaurant. They found an…
View full profileOVERVIEW at Inn at the Round Barn Farm The Inn at the Round Barn Farm is the quintessential Vermont B&B. A clapboard building, a roaring fireplace, the smell of fresh baked cookies,…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Inn at Thorn Hill Perched on a hill with wonderful views of the mountains and the village below, there’s much to like here at the Inn at Thorn Hill from…
View full profileSoaring ceilings and huge hand cut timber beams, massive iron chandeliers decorated with antlers, enormous stone fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the wooded area beyond create a dramatic, luxurious and…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Keswick Hall There is much to enjoy in Charlottesville, but it will be a struggle to leave the confines of the exquisite Keswick Hall, located just outside of town in…
View full profileOVERVIEW of L’Auberge de Sedona It would be hard to find a better setting for a romantic weekend away than L’Auberge de Sedona in Arizona. From the spectacular Red Rocks to cozy…
View full profileOVERVIEW of L’Auberge Provencale In the rolling countryside of Northern Virginia sits an absolutely charming French country inn, L’Auberge Provencale, that seems to have been plucked from Provence and set down here.…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Lake Placid Lodge The Lake Placid Lodge is a spectacular property on the banks of Lake Placid that offers a main lodge and a collection of lakeside cabins. Rooms…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Lambertville House Lambertville House, a historic inn listed on the National Register of Historic Places sits a few blocks from the Delaware River in the heart of Lambertville. With 26…
View full profileAs you pass through the entry gates, a long driveway, bordered by lush foliage, leads to The Big House, home to a group of rooms and suites, the main dining rooms, the…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Lodge at Glendorn Built in 1929 by the Dorn Family and used as a retreat for family and friends The Lodge at Glendorn began welcoming guests in 1995. Today…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Lodge at Spruce Peak The dramatic Spruce Peak opened in September 2008 and was destined to take its place beside the great resorts out West in the best ski areas.The $400…
View full profileOVERVIEW at Maison Fleurie This may well be THE value accommodation in the Napa Valley. Located in the heart of the valley in Yountville, this charming B&B sits on a half acre…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Manor on Golden Pond Like many, the movie, “On Golden Pond” is one of my favorites and this is where it was filmed. The area is as beautiful as…
View full profileFoodies will recognize the name Jean George Vongerichten as one of the world’s most famous chefs. He trained under Paul Bouse and Louis Outhier and today has 40 restaurants worldwide. The cuisine…
View full profileSometimes when I am on the road, I need a break from the upscale restaurants we go to every night and just want to kick back, drink some wine, have a casual…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Mayflower Inn Located just two hours from Manhattan in the hills of Connecticut, the 30 room luxury inn sits on 58 gorgeous acres of gardens and woodlands and is…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Meadowood In 1979 H. William Harlan was searching for land on which to create a wine estate when he was introduced to Meadowood, which had been founded in 1964 as…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Mirbeau Inn The name “Mirbeau”, which may be loosely translated as “reflected beauty,” is inspired, in part, by the soft light and warm colors of Monet’s paintings. Set on 12…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Mirror Lake Inn Some places are just so comfortable and welcoming, you know from the start that you will keep coming back. Mirror Lake is one of those places. It…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Montage Palmetto Bluff Nestled beside the May River, the Inn at Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton, SC is a spectacular resort just 15 minutes from downtown Savannah. Built on a 20,000…
View full profileThere are a lot of pioneers in the Napa Valley, on both the food and wine sides and Cindy Pawlcyn, owner of Mustard’s Grill and Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen, is one of them. Born in…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Nathaniel Lord Mansion The Nathaniel Lord Mansion, is one of the best B&B’s we have encountered in our travels. But don’t let the term “B&B” dissuade you, because this place…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Nemacolin Woodlands Nemacolin began life in the late 60’s as a private game reserve where Pittsburgh industrialist, Willard Rockwell entertained friends and business associates for hunting and fishing weekends on…
View full profileOVERVIEW of North Block Hotel North Block is a boutique hotel in Yountville that could have been plucked from a Pottery Barn catalog. The stone buildings with slate roofs surround a courtyard that…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Oakhurst Inn Considered Charlottesville’s first contemporary boutique hotel, Oakhurst Inn is composed of four Craftsman-era residences that date back to 1913. These buildings served as student and faculty housing…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Ojai Valley Inn In a lush valley surrounded by the Topatopa Mountain range lies the tiny town of Ojai California. Just a two hour drive north of Los Angeles, this…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Old Edwards Inn Perched on a plateau 4118 ft above sea level in the hills of western North Carolina and the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by pristine mountains, lakes,…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Omni Bedford Springs The grand Bedford Springs Resort, set on 2,200 acres and minutes off the Pennsylvania Turnpike has a fascinating history. Original construction began in the 1790’s near seven…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Pitcher Inn About 30-45 minutes south of Stowe on Rt. 100 is the picturesque little hamlet of Warren, Vermont, just outside the Sugarbush ski area. With a covered bridge and…
View full profileThey had me at bacon.. Sat at the bar before dinner and lo and behold one of the apps was a bacon bar; Double-Cut Nueske’s, Wisconsin Snake River Kurobuta, Idaho; Durham Ranch…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Primland Resort Primland was conceived by Didier Primat, a grandson of Marcel Schlumberger, one of the founders of the Schlumberger oil field services company. A lover of the outdoors, Primat…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Rabbit Hill Inn There is so much to like about the 200+ year old Rabbit Hill Inn in northeastern Vermont that it is hard to know where to begin. The…
View full profileOVERVIEW of River House The footprint of the River House has an interesting history, first as an overnight stop for those workmen transporting materials down the rolling river. This was back in…
View full profileIn almost every town, there’s a place that people, locals and visitors alike, seem to gravitate. It becomes a favorite for any number of reasons, but mostly because it feels good to…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Salish Lodge Built in 1916 as The Snoqualmie Falls Lodge, the Inn became famous for its country breakfasts which it still is today. The Lodge was completely remodeled in…
View full profileOVERVIEW of San Ysidro Ranch Tucked away in the coastal hills of Santa Barbara, San Ysidro Ranch is a quick drive from the freeway through a mélange of upscale neighborhoods landing you…
View full profileJust a short 8 miles from the center of New Hope or Lambertville, an evening at the Sergeantsville Inn is a step back in history. Rebuilt after a tragic fire, the new…
View full profileSt. Regis hotels have a rich heritage dating back 100 years to the opening of the St. Regis in New York by the Astor family. Many of the early traditions remain; fresh…
View full profileOVERVIEW of St Regis Aspen St. Regis hotels have a rich heritage dating back 100 years to the opening of the St. Regis in New York by the Astor family. Many of…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Stockton Inn Originally built in 1710, the Stockton Inn has a storied history serving as a retreat for F. Scott Fitzgerald and Jackie Kennedy Onassis. It was a speakeasy…
View full profileHard to beat the pedigrees of the folks running the Stockton Inn restaurants. Managing Director Anthony Rudolf is formerly of the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (Bouchon Bistro, French Laundry), Executive Chef Bob…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Stone Hill Inn Nestled on a small hill just off the Mountain Road the Stone Hill Inn is an exquisite luxury B&B that may be one of the most relaxing…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Stowe Meadows Elmore is a few miles outside of Stowe and the drive to Stowe Meadows takes you up the mountain and through the woods, but you’ll be rewarded for…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Boulders Resort As its name implies, The Boulders Resort is set amidst massive, 12 million year old boulders on 1300 acres of natural beauty in the Sonoran Desert just…
View full profileChef Christopher Kostow helms the kitchen at this delightful restaurant in St. Helena. Kostow is the Three Michelin Star and James Beard award winning chef who ran the kitchen at The Restaurant…
View full profileOVERVIEW at The Clifton You feel you are in for something special as you pass through the property gates of The Clifton and ascend the stone driveway to the stately Southern mansion…
View full profileEdson Hill Manor dining is the most delightful place to dine in Stowe. A warm and cozy tavern, an intimate dining room and a glorious outdoor patio with wonderful mountain views create…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Goodstone Inn & Restaurant The marvelous Goodstone Inn & Restaurant in Middleburg, Virginia, in the heart of hunt country, is set on 265 exquisite acres of rolling countryside. Originally…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Greenbrier Built on 6500 beautiful acres, The Greenbrier is a magnificent resort located in the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. The resort got its start in the late 1700…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Lake House on Canandaigua The Finger Lake Region in upstate New York is a group of eleven long, narrow, north–south lakes. The region is known for producing excellent wine, particularly…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Little Nell Aspen is a wonderfully designed village with most everything contained in a 5-6 block radius. They have preserved the old buildings and blended in new ones seamlessly.…
View full profileThe Mill Room is the signature restaurant at The Boar’s Head Resort, but its wonderful lakeside setting and creative menu make it a worthy stop even if you are not staying at…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The Point Imagine having a wealthy friend who purchases one of the Great Camps in the Adirondacks, decorates it exquisitely, hires a world class chef, outfits it with every possible…
View full profileIt’s not called The View for nothing. The Inn is set on a hillside overlooking Mirror Lake and the Adirondack Mountains. The view from the dining room in any season is nothing…
View full profileFor a more casual, less “fancy” dinner there are two casual dining option at Mirror Lake Inn. The View Lounge is in the Inn proper. It’s a cozy, dark little nook, located…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Topnotch Resort & Spa Topnotch Resort & Spa completed a major renovation in the summer of 2013 that introduced a new entryway, lobby and lobby lounge, The Roost and the…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Topping Rose In 2005, two old friends, Bill Campbell and Simon Critchell, joined together to purchase and restore Topping Rose House, which was built in 1842 for Judge Abraham Topping…
View full profileWe never miss Trattoria La Festa when we are in Stowe. It’s not fancy or upscale, but the owners always seem to be genuinely happy to see you and everyone is having…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Triple Creek Ranch You’re not at Triple Creek Ranch long before you notice the breeze whispering through the Ponderosas, the water rushing down the creek and the soft whinny of…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Twin Farms When Nobel prize-winning author Sinclair Lewis proposed to journalist Dorothy Thompson, she promised to marry him if he bought her a farm in Vermont with sweeping lawns, orchards,…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Village Inn at Woodstock Woodstock Vermont is what everyone envisions a charming Vermont town to be. There’s a village green, a covered bridge, stately circa 1800 Colonial homes, a river…
View full profileOVERVIEW of The White Barn Inn The White Barn Inn has long had a reputation as one of the finest in the country. A member of the prestigous Relais & Chateau group,…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Whiteface Lodge Developer Joe Barile set out to recreate the grandeur of the great Adirondack camps, but with a modern touch to it and he has certainly succeeded. The Whiteface…
View full profileOVERVIEW of the Williamsburg Inn The Inn was conceived and built by John D. Rockefeller Jr. in 1937. whose vision for a luxurious guest experience lives on today at this remarkable property.…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Willows Lodge Willows Lodge is a terrific weekend getaway located next to the Sammamish River in the heart of Western Washington’s wine country, just 30 minutes from Seattle. With a…
View full profileOVERVIEW As I sat in an Adirondack chair with a cup of coffee and gazed at the morning mist traveling across the distant mountains, I realized it would be impossible to come…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Woodstock Inn Sometimes, when we visit a property it exceeds even our expectations and that was the case on our visit to the Woodstock Inn & Resort in Woodstock, Vermont.…
View full profileOVERVIEW of Woolverton Inn High on a hill surrounded by 300 acres of spectacular countryside, the circa 1792 stone Woolverton Inn offers THE ultimate bucolic retreat from your everyday life. Sheep grazing…
View full profileWhat a gutsy move to have a restaurant with mostly outdoor dining to have to roll the dice with Mother Nature every day. Fortunately, Zoubi wins most of the time and when…
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