The Five Mountains of North East America
DAYS ONE & TWO 2 Nights
CHARLES STREET INN, BOSTON - MASSACHUSETTS
(HISTORIC B&B - 9 ROOMS)
Begin your holiday with a stay at this lovely luxury inn located in the historic Beacon Hill area of the city, within blocks of Boston's attractions and great shopping. From here you can enjoy the comfort and privacy that each of the rooms offer in this elegant Inn, whilst being literally just a few steps from some of Boston's many fabulous restaurants.
DAYS THREE, FOUR & FIVE (149 Miles) 3 Nights
THE INN AT THORN HILL, JACKSON, WHITE MOUNTAINS, NH
(ELEGANT 19TH CENTURY INN - 25 ROOMS)
Situated grandly on a knoll overlooking Jackson Village and the surrounding mountains, this beautiful Inn offers uniquely decorated rooms, stunning mountain views from some rooms and the lovely wrap around porch as well as fine food and good facilities. It makes a great base from which you can both relax and explore the majestic White Mountains and all they have to offer visitors anytime of year.
DAYS SIX & SEVEN (113 Miles) 2 Nights
STONE HILL INN, STOWE, GREEN MOUNTAINS, VERMONT
(ELEGANT CONTEMPORARY MOUNJTAIN BREAKFAST INN - 9 ROOMS)
Long known as the 'Ski Capital of the East', the scenic mountain village of Stowe offers so much to do year round. With the endless trails of the Green Mountains on your doorstep and over 50 local restaurants to choose from you will find plenty to do here.
The peaceful getaway of Stone Hill In was designed and built by the Innkeepers and offers lovely accommodation along with many other thoughtful touches and indulgent amenities. Depending on the time of year, you can even have a massage by the fireplace in your own room or outside in the spectacular gardens.
After dinner you can select a movie from the Inn's movie library or settle down for a game of billiards or similar by the huge stone fireplace.
DAYS EIGHT, NINE & 10 (120 Miles) 3 Nights
FRIENDS LAKE INN, CHESTERTOWN, ADIRONDACK MOUNTAINS
(TRADITIONAL COUNTRY INN - 17 ROOMS)
In the midst of the Adirondacks overlooking a small pristine lake stands Friends Lake Inn - an elegant country inn offering luxury accommodations. This charming and intimate inn offers 17 sumptuous guest rooms for you to choose from, many with Jacuzzis, lake views or fireplaces. The highly acclaimed restaurant tantalizes with innovative New-American cuisine complemented by a superior wine collection, served in the rustic elegance and warmth of a 19th century dining room. The Six-million acres of the Adirondack Mountains offers endless recreational opportunities right outside the door such as 32km of hiking trails, swimming, fishing and kayaking.
DAYS ELEVEN & TWELVE (134 Miles) 2 Nights
ALBERGO ALLEGRIA, WINDHAM, NORTHERN CATSKILL MOUNTAINS
(TRADITIONAL MOUNTAIN BREAKFAST INN - 22 ROOMS)
Italian for the "Inn of Happiness," The Albergo Allegria is a graceful 1892 Inn set in the Northern Catskill Mountains. Situated on manicured lawns and country gardens, guests can relax under the 100 year old Oak tree or by the creek that is home to natural wildlife. The Inn's guestrooms offer beauty and history complete with luxurious beds and modern amenities. Your hosts will seek to pamper you from the moment you arrive, with you waking to the delicious aromas of a hearty gourmet breakfast, and experiencing the charming accommodation of a boutique hotel in a small-town setting. Step outside the inn's front door and enjoy a wide variety of all-season activities. Proudly a four-diamond award-winning inn with original stained glass windows and handcrafted woodwork. Located in the Northern Catskill Mountains, the inn is only 2 hours north of New York City.
DAYS THIRTEEN & FOURTEEN (156 Miles) 2 nights
THE FRENCH MANOR, SOUTH STERLING, POCONO MOUNTAINS
(ELEGANT FRENCH CHATEAU MOUNTAIN INN - 15 ROOMS)
Nestled on 45 acres of land overlooking Pennsylvania's beautiful Pocono Mountains, the enchanting stone chateau The French Manor is a special place to indulge yourself and end your visit to some of North Eastern America's most beautiful mountains.
Here you can enjoy old world charm, elegant furnishings, fine French food and modern conveniences. Every guest is welcomed with complimentary sherry and a cheese and fruit plate as well as being pampered with a turndown service with Godiva chocolates.
Not surprisingly, The Manor's fine French restaurant serves authentic and Nouvelle French cuisine in the setting of their Great Hall under a wonderful vaulted ceiling and beside magnificent twin fireplaces.
The nearby Pocono Mountains offer is a paradise for nature lovers with miles of trails for hiking, and mountain biking in the summer as well as snow shoeing and cross country ski-ing in the winter months. Visit the lovely wooded area of Lake Naomi where many affluent New Yorkers now have a holiday home and for a spectacular view, climb to the top of Mount Pocono, where the state of New York and Mount Kittatinny can be seen through binoculars.
Total Miles - 672
Due to the individual nature of the Inns we use and the many different room types they offer, exact prices for this tour are subject to room availability and can be quoted upon application. Please contact us by telephone or email for more information.
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