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