Find winter fun on the slopes of New England ski getaways
Stoweflake
Stoweflake is a luxury, family run resort at the base of Mount Mansfield. It has won a both Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Gold List and Foder’s Choice Top 10 Destination Spas in the U.S awards. The resort has a pub serving Vermont style cuisine and a Bistro using seasonal ingredients. The spa offers 120 different treatments, sanctuary lounges, beauty salon, mineral soaking pool, fitness center, a sauna and Jacuzzi. Guest rooms have comfortable furnishings and New England charm, some are even dog friendly. All guest rooms have gas fireplaces.
If you live in a Boston condo, be it downtown, Beacon Hill or Battery Wharf, you can reach Stoweflake in three and a half hours.
Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa
1746 Mountain Road (Route 108)
Stowe, VT 05672
1-800-253-2232
www.stoweflake.com
Mountain View Grand
Nestled in New Hampshire’s White Mountains the Mountain View Grand prides itself on providing personal service, a romantic setting and over 100-years of history. The main dining room has views of the surrounding mountains, fine dining and an extensive wine cellar. Its Tavern serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a casual atmosphere. Guest rooms have mahogany furnishings, luxury bed linens, mountain or garden views, a walk-in closet, free Internet, and a turn down service.
Situated at the top of the hotel is the luxury spa offering treatment packages for both men and woman, a beauty salon, nine different facials, and hydrotherapy.
If you’ve just bought some Boston real estate and are looking for the best ski areas within easy reach of the city, Mountain View can be reached in three hours.
Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa
101 Mount View Road
Whitefield, NH 03598
866-484-3843
www.mountainviewgrand.com
Omni Mount Washington
The Omni Mount Washington oozes majestic, old fashioned charm, modeled in Spanish Renaissance style and built in 1902. Since it opened its doors it has been a popular getaway for the rich and famous, Babe Ruth and Thomas Edison among them. The hotel has retained its historic features, which add even more to its atmosphere. The ski slopes provide night skiing and snow making for those days when mother nature isn’t providing any. Facilities include, a luxury spa, indoor pool, a grand formal dining room, cocktail lounge, live entertainment and casual bar.
You can reach the Omni Mount Washington Resort from your Boston loft or Cambridge apartment in just under three hours.
Omni Mount Washington Resort
310 Mt Washington Hotel Road
Bretton Woods, NH 03575
603-278-1000
www.omnihotels.com
The Balsams
Another historic grand resort, The Balsam, nestles between the mountains on 8,000 acres of pristine forest in the far north of New Hampshire. The hotel is famous for being the location where the first votes in a Presidential election are made. Accommodation consists of both traditional and modern styles. Facilities and services include a hair salon, flower ordering, fitness center, laundry and transportation. You can eat in one of four different locations in the hotel and either enjoy fine or casual dining
One of the furthest New England ski resorts from your luxury Boston condo, it takes just over four hours to reach The Balsams. However, the trip is well worth it.
The Balsams
1000 Cold Spring Road
Dixville Notch, NH 03576
1-800-255-0600
www.thebalsams.com
Rabbit Hill Inn
For a smaller, charming New England escape Rabbit Hill Inn may offer just what you want. Rabbit Hill is a luxury bed and breakfast inn near the White Mountain ski slopes. The inn’s history dates back to 1792 and it still has most of its original charm. Each guest room is unique and all are traditional, comfortable and have working fireplaces. Luxury rooms have a double spa tub, walk-in shower, and canopy bed. The atmosphere is romantic, even the hearty buffet breakfast is lit by candlelight.
Rabbit Hill Inn
48 Lower Waterford Road
Lower Waterford, VT 05848
802-748-5186
www.rabbithillinn.com
