In the first of my series of “Northeast Summer Getaways” (next one will be focused on the coast!), this guide is centered around lake & mountain/valley destinations. As I have recently moved to NYC, I am personally excited to explore these destinations as well!
Not all of these hotels are currently open for business, but I have included updates regarding their current status (and will be constantly updating!) I also have tried to include a variety of options for different types of travelers (more secluded, better for families, hip & modern).
If you would like more information or to book any of the following hotels, email me at chelsea@passporttofriday.com!
The Berkshires
Canyon Ranch Lenox
Best For:
Adults (couples, friends, or solo) looking for a luxury wellness experience to reconnect to your zen
Highlights:
All-inclusive adults-only wellness resort / healthy cuisine / abundance of activities / ayurvedic treatments
Perks:
- Daily breakfast (all meals included in your stay)
- $160 additional service allowance per stay
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Current status & updates:
Please see updates & policies here.
Wheatleigh
Best For:
Those looking to relax in a 19th-century Italian-inspired Palazzo, and transport back to the gilded age era
Highlights:
22 manicured acres of lush parkland overlooking the Berkshire mountains and lake / 19 unique guestrooms (all different from one another) / dine on local cuisine overlooking the manicured gardens /150 Italian artisans came to create interior & exterior carvings, which have been preserved
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast
- $125 food & beverage credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Tourists
Best For:
Those looking to spend most of their time exploring the area but want to come back to a hip, modern roadside motel inspired hotel
Highlights:
Lush forest views in each of the 48 rooms / saltwater swimming pool / dog-friendly policy / the central lodge with its oversize fireplace and plush leather sofas
Connecticut
Mayflower Inn & Spa
Best For:
Couple or girls getaways looking for a classic country inn escape
Highlights:
Located in one of New England’s most idyllic towns / sits amid 58 acres of rolling hills, streams and lush gardens / each of the 30 rooms are unique & different from one another / numerous hiking trails / divine cuisine (Relais & Chateaux property!)
See an example two-day itinerary here!
Perks:
- Daily breakfast for two guests per bedroom
- $100 hotel credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Winvian Farm
Best For:
Foodies looking for an off-the-grid escape to recharge & indulge
Highlights:
113-acre property ordering expansive woods and lakes / each accommodation is one of 18 private, free standing cottages / Five-Diamond farm-to-table fine dining sourced from their organic gardens
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast
- $100 spa credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Pennsylvania
The Lodge at Woodloch
Best For:
Spa getaway seekers in the hotel, and in the private homes – east coast families that are looking for a well-priced option with a ton of things to do.
Highlights:
1,500 acres of land / selection of 2-5 bedroom homes located 1 mile off the property with kitchens / activities on property include archery, lake (boats, kayaks, fishing, etc.), zip lining, etc. / only 2 hr. from NYC
Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Best For:
Those who want an abundance of activities at their fingertips across an expansive property
Highlights:
Situated on 2,000 acres / 5 distinct lodging options / 36 holes of championship golf / internationally acclaimed spa, the Woodlands Spa and Holistic Healing Center / numerous activity facilities including a clay-shooting academy, an Adventure Center & a Wildlife Academy
Perks:
- Daily breakfast for two
- $100 resort credit
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Upstate New York
Lake Kora
Best For:
Multi-gen family or 2-3 families to enjoy a luxury private “camp like” setting in the Adirondacks
Highlights:
On 1,000 acres centered around a beautiful 500-acre lake / originally a summer home for the Vanderbilts, the 12-bedroom property is only available on an exclusive basis / includes all meals / an abundance of activities are offered such as canoes, kayaks, sail boats, electric boats or simply swimming
Perks:
- Daily breakfast already included in the rates
- $100 USD beverage credit to be applied to wine, beer & spirits from a selection off the cellar list OR a $100 credit towards a massage treatment
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Troutbeck
Best For:
Those who are seeking a Soho Farm House style experience, without the ego
Highlights:
Set on 250 acres / has the style of an English country house / locally-sourced cuisine led by Michelin starred chef Gabe McMackin / outdoor pool / primarily guestrooms and suites, but also a 4 bedroom cottage option that can be privatized
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two
- $100 food & beverage credit
- Early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Lake Placid Lodge
Best For:
Families, groups, and couples looking for an escape in the Adirondacks with amazing cuisine and a lakefront location
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two per bedroom
- $100 hotel credit
- Complimentary pickup from Saranac Lake Airport or Lake Placid Airport
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Glenmere Mansion
Best For:
Those looking for a more adults-friendly escape that will transport you to Tuscany only 45 min from NYC
Highlights:
Reminiscent of an Italian villa / set against rolling hills with a lake in the distance / only 18 rooms.
Scribner’s Catskill Lodge
Best For:
Those looking for a design-focused, boutique cabin lodge in a great location in the Catskills
Highlights:
2.5 hr from NYC / 20 acres of mountainside to explore / views of Hunter Mountain / 38 guestrooms + suites / outdoor pool / locally-inspired restaurant
The Point
Best For:
Adults looking for an off-the-grid luxe lakeside getaway that will take you back to the 19th Century Great Camp Era
Highlights:
Adults-only / the only Forbes Five Star property in Upstate New York / stunning Adirondack scenery / 11 guest rooms set in four specific original log buildings / all-inclusive of meals, drinks, and sports equipment and activities
Current status & updates:
Please see current updates here.
Whiteface Lodge
Best For:
Families or small groups looking for a good value stay with outdoor activities & Lake Placid nearby
Highlights:
Walking distance or short drive to the village of Lake Placid / an all-suite property made up of spacious one, two and three bedroom suites, each with a fully equipped kitchen / set in 6 million spectacular mountain acres of Adirondack Park—the largest protected area in the U.S. mainland / Lake Placid spa has been listed in the Top 100 spas in North America by Conde Nast Traveler
Current status & updates:
Please see updates here!
The Inns of Aurora
Best For:
For those that enjoy the quiet of a small town.
Highlights:
5 distinctive inns located in the Finger Lakes on Lake Cayuga / charming upscale “Main Street, USA” destination / amenities are all inclusive / 8 rooms in each inn
Current status & updates:
See all updates here.
Vermont
Twin Farms
Best For:
Luxury seeking adults who want a one-of-a-kind, tailored experience & don’t want to think of a thing (all-inclusive perks) on their getaway
Highlights:
300+ acres of private land with 20 individually designed accommodations near Woodstock / adults-only/ named “Best Hotel of the Year” this year by Forbes Travel Guide / all-inclusive (all meals, wines, spirits, activities on-site; no tipping, service charges, resort fees) / summer activities include canoeing, fishing, swimming, hiking, tennis, cycling, croquet
Perks:
- Daily breakfast included in the rates
- House made honey with locally made pottery
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Current status & updates:
Please see updates here!
The Lodge at Spruce Peak
Best For:
Those looking for an eco-luxe summer lodge in a ski town
Highlights:
Located in Stowe village / stunning views of Mt. Mansfield & Spruce Peak / close proximity to mountain hiking & biking trails in the area, pristine streams, ponds, & lakes to fly fish / an 18-hole, par 72 championship mountain golf course / 21,000 sq ft spa
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom
- $100 food & beverage credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Current status & updates:
See updates here.
The Pitcher Inn
Best For:
Couples looking for an intimate getaway in a charming town nearby activities
Highlights:
Family-owned / in the charming town of Warren / Relais & Chateaux property (so you know the dining is exquisite!) / complimentary access to the Sugarbrush Health & Racquet Club
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom
- $100 spa services credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Promotions:
10% off your rate & $100 massage credit
Virginia
The Inn at Little Washington
Best For:
Foodies looking for a unique experience is a serene & historic setting
Highlights:
24 rooms, suites and cottages / take one of the complimentary bikes for a ride into the historic town, founded in 1769 / Patrick O’Connell’s famed restaurant – the late Craig Claiborne of The New York Times called it “the most magnificent inn I’ve ever seen, in this country or Europe, where I had the most fantastic meal of my life”/ award winning 14,000 bottle wine cellar
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two guests
- $100 credit at the Tavern Shops
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Salamander Resort & Spa
Best For:
Those looking for a family-friendly getaway with activities for everyone a close drive to DC and NYC
Highlights:
Set on 340 acres nestled into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains amid Virginia’s famed horse and wine country / 168-room estate / features an Equestrian Center and scenic country trails to enjoy on horseback / 23,000-square-foot spa / more than 50 wineries within an hour’s drive
Perks:
- Daily $30 breakfast credit per person for two guests per bedroom
- $100 resort credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
Primland
Best For:
Those looking for a luxury summer camp for adults vibe
Highlights:
12,000 lush acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains / 51 rustically elegant suites, cottages and storybook treehouses / activities such as horseback riding, golf, hiking, fly fishing, sporting clays, tennis, stargazing / organic spa inspired by Native American rituals
Perks:
- Daily full breakfast for two people per bedroom
- $100 resort credit
- Room upgrade & early check-in/late check-out, subject to availability
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