Winter Getaway Lodging in New England

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You might think you have a general idea of what a Winter Getaway in New England might look like. Insider heads-up here: it’s even better and probably a lot more varied that you are expecting. Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts all have their great ski areas, of course, with skiing, snowboarding, rentals, lessons, and lots of indoor entertainment for adults and kids. But you can also step away from the white powder for all kinds of other fun. Guides offer unusual adventures like dog sledding, ski mobile tours, ice fishing, and horse-drawn sleigh rides. Got an appetite? Resorts, hotels and downtowns in every state have unique restaurants cooking up healthy, creative dishes, very often from locally sourced foods. Then there’s the indoor fun: wine tasting, shopping, spa treatments, indoor water parks for the kids, theaters and live music everywhere. Winter also brings frosty festivals, usually with indoor and outdoor entertainments. New England is glorious in the ice-and-snow months!

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The Landmark Trust USA

707 Kipling Road Dummerston, VT, 05301 Phone: 802-254-6868

Celebrate winter from the cozy, stunning surroundings of these historic lodgings

It’s quite the winter paradise at the historic rental properties of The Landmark Trust USA. At Rudyard Kipling’s Naulakha, the home (sleeps up to eight) built for him in 1892, guests can go sledding and snowshoeing right on the property. At The Amos Brown House, a Federal-style brick farmhouse (sleeps up to six) built in 1892, you can bring your cross-country skis or snowmobile to enjoy right out the front door. Or maybe you want to snuggle by the gas log stove in the cozy Sugarhouse cabin (sleeps up to two) or classic Dutton Farmhouse (sleeps up to eight). Warm things up in Kipling’s Carriage House (sleeps up to four) where the kitchen is perfect for baking. From all the properties, it’s a short trip to alpine ski slopes, hiking trails, museums, shops and restaurants.

Mirbeau Inn & Spa Plymouth

35 Landmark Drive Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-209-2626 Toll-Free: 877-647-2328

Coastal New England, and this romantic inn, are even more dramatic and picturesque in the winter

Everything on the coast turns dramatic, and romantic, in the winter. At the Mirbeau Inn & Spa Plymouth, the Monet-inspired ponds and gardens sparkle in the snow, and walks along nearby ocean beaches, or along the waterfront in Plymouth, are even more breathtaking in the winter air. And there are plenty of places in the area for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. At the inn, recline by the fireplace in the resting area before your hot stone massage or soothing body treatment. Work out in the fitness center or take a yoga or pilates class. Dine on French bistro-inspired entrees at The Bistro & Wine Bar. Or just adjourn to your room with its warming fireplace, oversized French-style soaking tub, plush robes and exquisite Frette bedding.
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Lord Camden Inn

24 Main Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325 Toll-Free: 800-336-4325

Stay at a luxurious 3-Diamond hotel and experience a glittering winter getaway

Where better to experience a sparkling winter getaway than a AAA 3-Diamond hotel? At the Lord Camden Inn, the premier boutique hotel in the heart of Camden Village, ask for a fireplace suite with a balcony or porch overlooking the Megunticook River. Enjoy your coffee while you plan your day, whether that means arranging for massages or other spa services in your luxurious suite or taking a trip to the exciting Camden Snow Bowl, where you can go downhill or cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, snowboarding, ice skating on a pond or tobogganing. The area also features great winter hiking, through scenic parks or along the waterfront boardwalk. Or explore the area’s many art museums and cultural venues, shops and restaurants.

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Westbrook Inn B&B

976 Boston Post Road Westbrook, CT, 06498 Phone: 860-399-4777

Outdoor activities, indoor attractions and a cozy inn to call home make for a classic winter getaway

Start your winter retreat at the Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast with a walk by the river or along West Beach before heading back to your private retreat in the 10-room inn to sip a cocktail on the deck or by your gas fireplace. At the vintage bed-and-breakfast, you are close to world-class restaurants for dinner, and winter sunsets are exquisite from the inn’s patios, with fire pits. Drive to a host of activities, from cross-country skiing, ice skating and snow tubing to antiquing, gallery-hopping and exploring the unique shops in the lovely colonial towns of Old Saybrook, Essex and Chester. Visit the decorated grounds of the Gillette Castle during the holidays, or try your luck at Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos.

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Franconia Inn

1172 Easton Road Franconia, NH, 03580 Phone: 603-823-5542 Toll-Free: 800-473-5299

Relax by the fire, enjoy scenic cross-country skiing, and much more at this cozy inn

Is your ideal winter getaway filled with active days out on the ski slopes or the snow-tubing hill? Or does it look more like a quiet evening with a good book by a crackling fire? The good news is you can have it both ways when you book one of the charming rooms, suites or the cottage at the Franconia Inn. Nestled in the White Mountains on 65 breathtaking acres, this historic Inn offers groomed cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing trails, ice skating, and snowtubing all on site. Dreaming of a horse-drawn sleigh ride? The Franconia Notch Stables will pick you up right across the street to take you on a majestic ride with scenic mountain views. The Inn is also just a short drive to downhill ski resorts and other exciting winter activities. After a fun-filled day, dine by candlelight in its award-winning restaurant, or enjoy a draft beer and casual fare by the fire in the pub.

Norseman Resorts

135 Beach Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-7024 Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

All the delights of the winter season are yours at year-round beachfront resort

Winter sunsets and snowy shoreline strolls are among the many delights of the season in Ogunquit for those lucky enough to stay near the beach. And no resort is closer to the beach than the Norseman Resort, where you walk out the door practically right onto the sand. This year-round classic New England seaside resort offers 90 units with balconies, patios or decks for fabulous views of the beach, the tidal river and the dunes. Guests can use the sauna, exercise room and laundry facilities at the nearby Aspinquid. Winter activities in the area include downhill skiing, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the woods, winter hikes and walks along scenic Marginal Way. Head downtown for cozy dining and a variety of unique shops to explore.

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The Whaler's Inn

20 East Main Street Mystic, CT, 06355 Phone: 860-536-1506 Toll-Free: 800-243-2588

Winter shines brightly in Mystic, where historic inn reflects the town’s culture, character

The lights of winter sparkle brightly in downtown Mystic, and there’s a special glow in The Whaler’s Inn, where the culture and character of coastal New England have been reflected for over 125 years. Among the historic inn’s 45 comfortable accommodations are suites with fireplaces, air-jet soaking tubs and picturesque views of the Mystic River, the Bascule Drawbridge and Main Street. Special packages offer everything from wine and specialty desserts to an ocean-themed getaway with tickets to Mystic Aquarium and gifts for the kids. Dine at The Shipwright’s Daughter or just stop in mid-afternoon for the pop-up coffee lounge or early evening for happy hour cocktails and snacks. Visit the Mystic Seaport Museum of America and the Sea and shop in picturesque Olde Mistick Village.

Fireside Inn Ocean's Edge

159 Searsport Avenue Belfast, ME, 04915 Phone: 207-338-2090

Sit by the fireside in your room-with-a-view or head out for skiing, snowshoeing, shopping

Book yourself into a delightful fireplace room at the Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean’s Edge and prepare to enjoy a winter getaway, coastal-Maine style. Every room and suite at the inn has a lovely view of Penobscot Bay, and some come with fireplaces and massage chairs. The inn features an indoor heated mineral pool kept at the perfect temperature as well as a whirlpool and sauna with spectacular views. Head into Belfast for great shopping and dining, or explore nearby shore towns, glittering and welcoming in the winter. There’s great winter hiking, fat biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, and alpine skiing in the nearby Camden Snow Bowl. Visit the extensive collections at the Farnsworth Art Museum and Penobscot Marine Museum.

Manchester View

77 High Meadow Way Manchester Center, VT, 05255 Phone: 802-362-2739 Toll-Free: 800-548-4141

Skiing, snowshoeing, skating or just relaxing by the fire: a winter escape to please everyone

Whether your winter getaway means hitting the slopes, or relaxing in a spa tub and then sitting by a blazing fireplace in your room or suite, the Manchester View has you covered. Tucked in a quiet valley between the Green and Taconic Mountains, the property, with panoramic mountain views, is a wonderland in the winter. It’s just a short drive to Bromley, Stratton and Magic Mountain ski resorts as well as cross-country skiing, skating, snowshoeing and fat-biking at the Viking Nordic Center. There’s amazing winter hiking, too, plus antiquing, local shops and outlet stores. Take a leisurely drive to area museums, a casino, and science centers, open in the winter. Start your day with Manchester View's complimentary Continental breakfast and get and early start on your day's exciting activities.

Stanton House Inn

76 Maple Avenue Greenwich, CT, 06830 Phone: 203-869-2110

Cozy spaces, luxurious rooms with soothing views, part of inn’s tranquil winter aura

Greenwich is gorgeous in the winter: store lights glowing in the snow, mansions decorated for the season and restaurants beckoning you with candle-lit tables. At the Stanton House Inn, winter travelers will find plenty of places to achieve that cozy-feeling status: the sunny dining room where complimentary buffet and continental breakfasts are served; the red-accented library room with board games, books, a working parlor organ and a gas fireplace; the bright, airy living room. Some rooms and suites have fireplaces and soothing views of the winter gardens. The Greenwich area has a variety of winter activities, from beach strolls at Greenwich Point Park and winter hikes to a number of historic homes, art museums and galleries.

XV Beacon

15 Beacon Street Boston, MA, 02108 Phone: 617-670-1500 Toll-Free: 877-982-3226

Walkable and welcoming, Boston is a delight in the winter, and this hotel is in the heart of it all

Crisp ocean air, snow glistening on cobblestoned streets, cozy restaurants: Boston is an exceptional city for wintertime visits, and in the heart of it all is the XV Beacon in its turn-of-the-century Beaux Arts building. The boutique hotel is central to all that makes wintertime fun in the city: theaters, sports venues, boutiques, galleries and museums. All hotel rooms, suites and studios have gas fireplaces and luxurious bedding, including cashmere throws. Some have whirlpool tubs, and four-poster or canopy beds. An experienced concierge can help with tickets, tours, recommendations for restaurants as well as jogging and walking routes. Steps from your hotel room is Mooo.... Beacon Hill restaurant, a favorite gathering place for guests and Bostonians on a cold winter night. Ask about the hotel’s Winter Wishes package.

Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront

71 Townsend Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-4300

Relax in a picture postcard-like environment at this exquisite waterfront inn

Boothbay Harbor looks like a picture postcard in the winter, a perfect time for a mid-week or weekend getaway at the Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront. It’s just a short walk into town to explore its shops, art galleries, grab a bite in a cozy restaurant or stroll along the waterfront. Nearby, there’s great winter hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing as well as a variety of arts and historical venues. At the inn, enjoy a hearty breakfast each morning in the dining room, or ask for it to be plated so you can carry it up to dine in your room with its harbor view from your private deck or balcony. In the evening, order wine and a charcuterie board for a perfect ending to a fun day.

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Don’t escape from winter: Embrace the magic with a seasonal escape to Northeast Kingdom

Do you want to get away this winter, or do you really want to get away? Travel to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom and experience over 2,000 square miles of scenic, undisturbed locations, perfect for outdoor activities. There are cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails, the four-season Jay Peak Resort for downhill skiers and snowboarders. You can hook onto the VAST Trail snowmobile network, skate on a pond, sled down a hill, hike through forests and along lakes, go ice fishing or fat biking. Cozy up to a restaurant or pub fireplace or relax in a resort room or country inn. Shop along the streets of welcoming towns and villages, visit a museum or planetarium or just stop along a scenic spot to watch the stars in the winter sky.

The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort

Junction of Routes 103 and 131 Proctorsville, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-226-7361 Toll-Free: 888-764-6836

Of course a Vermont resort is the perfect place to enjoy a getaway this winter!

Is a beautiful Vermont resort the perfect place for a winter escape? Of course! After a day spent in the great outdoors, you’ll love coming back to one of the 70 guest rooms or 26 spacious suites at The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa. Your cozy home away from home has comfy bedding in a variety of options, including king and double-queen rooms with bunk beds. Suites have fully equipped kitchens and living rooms with gas fireplaces. Nearby winter activities include downhill and cross-country skiing, skateboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, horseback riding, ice skating and ice fishing. Inside activities include visiting antiques shops and shopping in country stores and in designer outlets. The area’s towns also offer welcoming holiday-time festivals.

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Inn at Harbor Hill Marina B&B

60 Grand Street Niantic, CT, 06357 Phone: 860-739-0331

Wondering what to do in the winter? Escape to this classic waterfront inn

When winter comes to coastal Connecticut, you can enjoy the serenity of the snowy seaside in your classic suite at the Inn at Harbor Hill Marina. Greet the morning with a complimentary breakfast buffet with specialty items like signature homemade waffles and eggs cooked to order. Stroll through the quaint village of Niantic, take a winter beach walk or hike or head to nearby resorts and parks for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, skating and snow-tubing. Back at the inn, relax by your room’s fireplace or in your large soaking tub or sip wine by the fire in the gathering room. The inn’s Relax and Recharge package includes robes, slippers, two inn coffee mugs and late checkout: all you need for that perfect winter getaway.

Center Harbor Inn

294 Whittier Highway Center Harbor, NH, 03226 Phone: 603-253-4347 Toll-Free: 877-567-2117

Inn close to everything that makes winter a wonder on Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee is not just for summer vacations – just ask guests who book winter getaways at the Center Harbor Inn. They’ll tell you about the exciting skiing and snowboarding and the equally great hiking and snowmobiling trails, all near the charming lakeside inn. The inn’s Winnipesaukee Winter Adventure Package comes with free snowshoe rentals and hot chocolate in your room with lake and mountain views from private decks or patios. After your adventure on the slopes, trails or on the lake (ice fishing and pond hockey!), come back to the inn to relax in the four-season hot tub overlooking the snowy harbor, or in the toasty sauna. Go ice fishing right off the inn’s shoreline, or visit a brew house or winery.

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Summit Resort

177 Mentor Avenue Laconia, NH, 03246 Phone: 603-556-7028 Toll-Free: 855-474-4360

Winter is a blast in the Lakes Region, whether you want to ski – or just swim in the resort pool

At the scenic Summit Resort, close to Weirs Beach on magnificent Lake Winnipesaukee, the tradition of providing both relaxation and adventures continues in the winter. Two-bedroom suites have electric fireplaces and jetted tubs as well as private balconies or patios. A trail system next door at Prescott Farm is great for winter hiking and snowshoeing, and you’re only 10 minutes from Gunstock Ski Mountain (and under an hour from two other ski resorts). The resort’s huge Amenity Center has an indoor heated pool and water slide (and poolside bar) as well as a racquetball court, sauna and a fitness center. If you’re not up for outside adventures, drive the Winnipesaukee Lake Loop, stopping at country stores, shops and eateries. Ask about winter packages for families, skiers, shoppers and movie-lovers.

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Steele Hill Resorts

516 Steele Hill Road Sanbornton, NH, 03269 Phone: 603-524-0500 Toll-Free: 855-475-4372

Don’t escape winter – embrace it with the on-site activities at this mountain resort

When it’s time to put away the T-shirts and bring out the ski jackets, it’s time to book a vacation at the Steele Hill Resorts, perched on top of Steele Hill in the heart of New Hampshire’s popular Lakes Region. If it’s all about the outdoors for you, there are miles of trails for snowshoeing and hiking, a designated sledding hill, custom skating rink and a pond right on site, as well as two indoor pools, hot tubs and a poolside bar. Gunstock Ski Area is just 20 minutes away, and special events in the area include sled dog races and a pond hockey tournament. Resort suites and townhouses have gas fireplaces, full kitchens and private balconies with breathtaking mountain and lake views.

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Grand Harbor Inn

14 Bay View Landing Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-230-7177 Toll-Free: 877-553-6997

Cozy up to coastal Maine and this luxurious inn for an exciting, idyllic winter getaway

Cozy up to the coast for your idyllic winter getaway. At the Grand Harbor Inn, perched at the edge of one of Maine’s most picturesque harbors in the coastal village of Camden, sink into luxurious bedding in one of 10 romantic rooms and suites. Relax by your room fireplace or in your whirlpool tub or look out on the harbor, bay or Village Landing from your private balcony. Start your day with a generous continental breakfast, with homemade hot and cold items, then head out to the Camden Snow Bowl for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating on Hosmer Pond, snowshoeing and zooming down the toboggan chute. Go winter hiking or stroll through the village with its charming assortment of shops and restaurants.

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Lake Morey Resort

1 Clubhouse Road Fairlee, VT, 05045 Phone: 802-333-4311 Toll-Free: 800-423-1211

Planning a winter getaway? Resort in Vermont hills offers skating, skiing, snowshoeing and cozy accommodations

Take your winter escape in the hills of Vermont, at the Lake Morey Resort, where you can get comfy in a room, suite or private cottage, most with lake views and all with modern amenities expected of a world-class resort. Go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on the property, or glide along the lake shore on the 4.3-mile ice skating trail, the longest in the United States. You can rent skates and accessories right at the resort. You can also roast marshmallows by the fire pit, soak in the sauna, work out in the health club or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. There’s a movie theater, billiards and card room, and live entertainment and trivia nights in the pub.

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

1746 Mountain Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-7355 Toll-Free: 800-253-2232

Enjoy winter at its finest at this mountain resort close to great skiing, hiking, skating

Pack up your skis, snowboard, skates, snowshoes or your hiking gear, and head to the Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa for an exhilarating winter break. The resort, on 50 acres with groomed trails, a state-of-the-art fitness center, luxurious spa and indoor pool, offers rooms and suites with breathtaking views of Mt. Mansfield (plus fireplaces and whirlpool jetted tubs). And the Stowe area, with an average of 300 inches of snow a year, is home to some of the East’s best alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing. Take a dog-sledding tour on the resort’s trails, a moonlight snowshoe tour to a hidden sugarhouse in the woods, or a romantic sleigh ride. There’s ice skating on the pond, and snowmobile tours can be arranged.

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Mountain Top Resort

195 Mountain Top Road Chittenden, VT, 05737 Phone: 802-483-2311

Go skiing, snowshoeing, skating – or set up a spa day – at this luxurious resort

The mountains of Vermont beckon everyone who celebrates winter, and that is true nowhere more than the Mountain Top Resort, which sits high on a mountain, offering guests unparalleled access to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on its miles of groomed trails. There’s also an ice-skating rink and sledding hill. And you can take the shuttle to nearby Killington and Pico Mountains for the best in alpine skiing. But for those who come to relax, well, there are plenty of ways to do that at this scenic resort, too, like an on-site spa, sauna and year-round hot tub. Or there’s always snuggling by the wood-burning or gas fireplace in your lodge room or suite, cozy cabin or spacious guest house (perfect for multifamily and group ski vacations).

Chesterfield Inn

20 Cross Road West Chesterfield, NH, 03466 Phone: 603-256-3211

Snowy vistas, cheery fires, dining by candlelight: a recipe for a great winter escape

A country inn where you can snuggle up to a fire, dine by candlelight and walk through a snow-covered meadow? Yes, please! The Chesterfield Inn is especially romantic in the winter, with cozy rooms and luxurious suites, many with fireplaces, and some with jetted tubs, cathedral ceilings, or four-poster beds. Look out from oversized windows onto picture-postcard vistas. Sit in front of the fire in the inn’s parlor, then dine by the light of candles in its top-rated restaurant, with seasonal chef-curated selections. Start your day with a gourmet homemade breakfast, then take a short drive to go skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tubing, or ice skating. Meander down Main Street in Brattleboro to shop or dine or visit the nearby Vermont Country Store, Copper Cannon Distillery, Burdick’s Chocolates, or Simon Pearce Glass.

White Mountain Hotel & Resort

87 Fairway Drive North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-7100 Toll-Free: 800-533-6301

If the mountains are calling you in the winter, listen – and book into this breathtaking resort

Do the mountains call your name in the winter? Escape to the White Mountain Hotel & Resort, where you are surrounded by mountain magic. Breathtaking views are seen from many of the resort’s 80 luxurious rooms and suites as well as from the Ledges Restaurant, where you can enjoy a great meal while looking out over the astonishing vistas. The resort has a cozy tavern, a four-season heated outdoor pool and deck, hot tub, Finnish sauna and fitness center as well as a game room with ping-pong table and video games. It’s near several downhill ski resorts, snowboarding parks and skating venues. Kids will love Santa’s Village as well as nearby dogsledding and horseback-riding opportunities. Couples and families will love horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa

Mountain View Road Whitefield, NH, 03598 Phone: 888-260-4929

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow: At this mountain resort, winter just means more fun

A vacation in the snow-capped White Mountains in a resort with a spa, indoor pool and rooms perfect for relaxing with a cup of cocoa: Now that’s the winter retreat you’ve been looking for. Find it at the Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa, where your luxurious room or suite looks out over mountain and valley vistas. Dine on classic farm-to-table fare at the Harvest Tavern or enjoy wine and food pairings in the 1865 Wine Cellar. And, after a day spent skiing, skating, snow-tubing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, dog-sledding or snowmobiling, relax in the heated indoor pool and sauna, or in the Health and Wellness Center’s four-person hot tub. For the kids, there’s a game room – and just a 20-minute drive to Santa’s Village.

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Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce

Santa’s Village, ski resorts, great restaurants: What more could you want for a winter escape?

How could a region with an attraction called Santa’s Village not be perfect for your winter getaway? And that’s in addition to Mt. Washington Valley’s seven alpine ski resorts and six cross-country centers. When you’re done hitting the slopes and trails, there are back-country ski tours, groomed snowshoeing and snowmobile trails, ponds for skating, terrain parks for snowboarding and hills for tubing and sledding. Shopping and dining are plentiful and fun in North Conway and other villages and towns, and lodging options, from elegant country inns with fireplaced rooms to resorts with indoor pools and hot tubs, are plentiful. Visit a winery or brewery or dine by candle light, and don’t forget to check the website for annual holiday, food, art and other festivals. Click above to visit our website or call our friendly concierge at 800-337-3563 for more info on first class lodging and exciting events to plan your next adventure!

Lafayette's Oceanfront Resort

393 Mile Road Wells Beach, ME, 04090 Phone: 207-646-2831

When it’s time for a break from winter, seek out this beachfront resort with indoor pool

At some point, a long, cold winter gets to us all: It’s nature’s way of saying we need a vacation. At Lafayette’s Oceanfront Resort, they understand. Relax in their indoor pool and oversized waterfall hot tub, get the heart pumping in their workout room, and enjoy walks on beautiful Wells Beach. The resort, where all rooms are on or just steps from the beach (very dramatic and peaceful in the winter), has units with kitchenettes, decks, comfortable beds and ocean views A suite has a jetted tub and fireplace, and rental homes feature everything from gourmet kitchens to fireplaces and wraparound decks. Nearby activities include sledding, skiing, skating, snowshoeing, horse-drawn carriage rides, movies, museums and shopping in outlets, galleries and boutiques.

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Winter Aerial View - Woodstock Inn, Station & Brewery - North Woodstock, NH

Woodstock Inn Brewery

135 Main Street North Woodstock, NH, 03262 Phone: 603-745-3951 Toll-Free: 800-321-3985

Winter activities, cozy accommodations, fabulous food make for great getaway

What’s not to like about the White Mountains in the winter? Great alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, skating, tubing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Tax-free shopping. Fun, cozy villages. Scenic hikes and vistas. The key thing is to find a great headquarters, and that’s where the Woodstock Inn Brewery, one of the state’s most visited country inns, comes in. Book one of the inn’s uniquely decorated rooms, many with gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs, some with hot tubs, microwaves, and log furniture, and relax, mountain-style. A full country breakfast is included, along with access to an off-property indoor pool and health club. Plan to spend some time enjoying handcrafted brews and fabulous food in the two bars, British-style pub and lively tap room.

Sterling Ridge Resort

155 Sterling Ridge Drive Jeffersonville, VT, 05464 Phone: 802-644-8265

A full slate of activities, coupled with cozy cabins, means memorable winter getaways

Sparkling snow and a cozy log cabin make for ideal winter getaways at the Sterling Ridge Resort, nestled in the mountains of Vermont. Go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing right on the property (snowshoes are complimentary). Or drive 10 minutes or 50 minutes to great downhill skiing. Other area activities: ice skating, sleigh rides, horseback riding, shopping and, for snowmobilers, access to the VAST trails and the Lamoille Valley Rail Trail. There’s even dog-sledding on groomed trails. Back in your fully equipped cabin, sit by the fireplace or wood stove or relax in a whirlpool tub. Watch the stars come out over the mountains by your own fire pit (perfect for s’mores). Many of the cabins are dog-friendly.

16 Bay View

16 Bay View Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 844-213-7990

Come for recreation or relaxation: Midcoast Maine hotel a welcoming winter retreat

Come to ski and skate, come to visit museums celebrating art and history, or just come to relax: Midcoast Maine is a great place for every type of winter getaway, and there’s no better place to experience this beautiful, vibrant region than 16 Bay View. Snuggle up by the double-sided gas fireplace in your luxurious suite, soak in a free-standing tub or arrange for a private in-room massage. Visit Camden’s shops, galleries and restaurants, stroll down to scenic Camden Harbor or head over to the Snow Bowl for skiing, tobogganing or tubing (ask about the Snow Bowl Package). Come back to the hotel and sink into the plush leather couch by the fire in the Vintage Room, the cozy lobby bar and small-plates restaurant.

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Conway Scenic Railroad

38 Norcross Circle North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-5251 Toll-Free: 800-232-5251

Scenic railroad’s Snow Train to Attitash Mountain Village a popular winter escape

Experience the natural beauty of the White Mountains region and the excitement of riding in a vintage train car when you book a trip on the Conway Scenic Railroad’s Snow Train. Board the train at the Victorian station in historic downtown North Conway, which, with its adjacent freight house and roundhouse, is one of the most authentic 19th-century railroad environments in New England and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Before you know it, you’re at Attitash Station in Attitash Mountain Village. Explore the area or go skating or skiing. Then board the train to head back home. Snacks and beverages are available at the station to bring on board. Well-behaved, leashed dogs under 20 pounds are welcome.

Briar Barn Inn

101 Main Street Rowley, MA, 01969 Phone: 978-653-5323

Stylish rooms, in-house spa, inviting restaurant: That’s a recipe for the perfect winter escape

Delightfully dramatic and charmingly cozy in the winter, the North Shore is the perfect area to explore during a weekday or weekend getaway, and there is no more idyllic location to launch your exploration than the Briar Barn Inn in historic Rowley. Hike coastal trails, explore antiques shops and galleries and sample a variety of fine-dining and casual restaurants. Then head back to your suite in this welcoming inn, where in-room amenities include gas fireplaces, soaking tubs, luxurious linens and soothing decor with curated art and antiques. Enjoy fresh fare and creative cocktails at the on-site restaurant, Grove, and book a massage or facial at the inn’s spa. In the evening, relax with a glass of wine by the courtyard fire pit.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

2907 Main Street (Route 6A) Brewster, MA, 02631 Phone: 508-896-9000 Toll-Free: 800-343-6074

Here’s a wonderful idea: Book your winter getaway at gorgeous resort on Cape Cod Bay

Are you already thinking about your winter getaway? Don’t rule out Cape Cod, which is breathtakingly beautiful in the winter (and less crowded!). Book a villa or mansion room at the Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club, a slice of beachfront paradise every season of the year. Brewster’s beaches, among the country’s loveliest, are dramatic and walkable in the winter, and among the resort’s amenities are rooms with stunning water views from private balconies. Book a spa day at The Beach House, swim in the heated indoor pools, enjoy the sauna and hot tub. Start your day with breakfast in the charming Roscommon Room and end it with steak frites or a burger in Bayzo’s Pub.

Boston Harbor Hotel

70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA, 02119 Phone: 617-439-7000 Toll-Free: 800-752-7077

Warm up to the idea of a winter escape at this hotel in the center of walkable, wonderful Boston

There may be a chill in the air, but you’ll find yourself warming up to the idea of a winter escape at the Boston Harbor Hotel, a Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond urban resort right on the city’s vibrant harbor. Relax in your harbor- or city-view room or suite, take advantage of the 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center with Peloton bikes or unwind in the 60-foot lap pool, sauna and eucalyptus-infused steam room. Soak up the inviting atmosphere (and enjoy the area’s freshest seafood) at the Rowes Wharf Sea Grille, or grab a cocktail at the Rowes Wharf Bar. The hotel is close to the New England Aquarium, lively Faneuil Hall, the theater district and Freedom Trail.

Deerfield Inn

81 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA, 01342 Phone: 413-774-5587

Historic Deerfield, and its famous inn, both have a special sparkle in the winter

What a lovely town Deerfield is in the winter, the snow sparkling on the roofs of its 18th- and 19th-century homes. And right in the middle of Main Street is the cozy Deerfield Inn, where winter travelers have found crackling fireplaces and warm hospitality since 1884. The 24 rooms in the main inn and carriage house feature period reproduction furniture, antiques and comfy reading chairs. Spend your days hiking up Mount Sugarloaf or skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing at Berkshire East, visiting the area’s many art and history museums, breweries or the Yankee Candle Village store. Come back to relax by the fire in the inn’s Beehive Parlor or at Champney’s mahogany bar. Sip a cocktail by the fire and dine on the restaurant’s creative, locally sourced cuisine.

Stonehurst Manor

3351 White Mountain Highway North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-3113 Toll-Free: 800-525-9100

Winter is wonderful, and so is the ambiance, at this stunning, romantic hotel

A day in the mountains, an evening spent before a roaring fire in a library lounge or soaking in your mountain-view suite’s whirlpool tub: If that sounds like an ideal winter getaway, you need to book your cold-weather escape at the Stonehurst Manor. Surrounded by the pines, close to all North Conway’s wintertime attractions, the hotel is a classic retreat, with a romantic restaurant serving hearty breakfasts and delightful dinners with every stay. A network of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails is practically at your doorstep, and 13 ski resorts and cross-country centers are within a 30-minute drive. North Conway, among the top 25 ski towns in the world according to National Geographic, is a fun town for shopping and dining.

Weekapaug Inn

25 Spray Rock Road Westerly, RI, 02891 Phone: 877-394-8902

Luxurious shoreline inn particularly warm and welcoming in the winter months

Warm and welcoming all four seasons, the Weekapaug Inn is particularly inviting in the winter, when its tranquil location on the Rhode Island shoreline overlooking Quonochontaug Pond and the Atlantic Ocean just beyond makes for a cozy waterfront retreat. The inn’s private beach’s firm sand in the winter makes for great walking in the warmth of the sun reflecting off the water. Sometimes, after it snows, guests ski along the upper beach while others can walk the snow-free sand to the tideline. Afterward, enjoy your spacious suite’s soaking tub, water views and luxurious bedding. Visit the fitness center, dine in the restaurant on fabulous farm-to-table cuisine or have a cocktail by the fireplace in the bar. Guests also have access to a nearby sister inn’s spa.

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Harbor Light Inn

58 Washington Street Marblehead, MA, 01945 Phone: 781-631-2186

Cozy inn, nestled in a picturesque sea coast town, perfect place to escape winter’s chill

A cozy inn by a scenic harbor in one of the most picturesque towns on the North Shore of Massachusetts Bay: If that sounds like the perfect winter getaway, then book your room now at the harbor Light Inn. The warm, relaxing atmosphere at the inn comes from everything from the sunsets through small-paned windows to the mellow glow of the wide-board pine floors to the finely tooled furnishings and 18th century architecture to the snug tavern offering fine wine on a chilly evening. Rooms have soft bedding, some with fireplaces and two-person jetted tubs. From the inn’s location in the harbor district, you can walk to shops, galleries and restaurants. Or take a day trip to historic Salem or Boston.

Ocean House Resort

1 Bluff Avenue Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: Toll-Free: 877-346-9442

You don’t have to wait for summer to have that perfectly enchanting seaside getaway

Seaside getaways are not just for the summer: At the Ocean House, overlooking the beach and ocean, winter has its own special wonders. Relax in front of a roaring fire outdoors or before the stone fireplace in your sumptuous suite. Book a massage or facial at the Forbes Five-Star Ocean & Harvest Spa or swim in the heated indoor saltwater lap pool. Take a yoga class, then head back to your waterview room to slip into your deep soaking tub. At the luxurious Gondola Village, enjoy a private dinner in a vintage ski gondola, or sip champagne by the fire to watch the sunset. Winter hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing sites are plentiful by the coast, and the seasonal views are spectacular. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world among Travel + Leisure readers.

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Salem Waterfront Hotel

225 Derby Street Salem, MA, 01970 Phone: 978-740-8788 Toll-Free: 888-337-2536

Waterfront hotel and historic Salem welcome visitors warmly in the winter months

The Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites welcomes you in the winter – and so does its vibrant city. Get cozy in your luxurious room or suite, swim in the heated indoor pool, work out in the fitness center or dine in the pub. Then set out to enjoy Salem in the winter, with its quaint colonial structures, and shops, all decked out in lights and holiday decor. Start in the hotel’s neighborhood – Pickering Wharf – a lovely harborside “village” of shops and restaurants. Then head downtown to visit the extensive art collections at the Peabody Essex Museum. Visit Nathaniel Hawthorne’s House of the Seven Gables or one of the many attractions devoted to Salem’s witch-y history. The area has a variety of winter festivals, strolls and house tours.

The Wolfeboro Inn

90 North Main Street Wolfeboro, NH, 03894 Phone: 603-569-3016 Toll-Free: 800-451-2389

Winter is the ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities, or just relax, at this Lakes Region inn

All the beauty of winter in the Lakes Region is yours when you arrange to stay at the historic Wolfeboro Inn, a classic New England resort retreat. The shore of Lake Winnipesaukee glistens, the mountains show off their snowy caps, and the lights of the region’s small towns and villages sparkle in the evening. Book an in-room massage or use the inn’s access to the nearby gym and fitness center. Hike the area’s scenic trails or break out your cross-country skis or snowshoes. Skating, ice-fishing, horseback riding and, of course, tax-free shopping in boutiques, outlet stores and galleries make for an active vacation. Or, just sit back and enjoy dinner and a signature cocktail at the inn’s historic Wolfe’s Tavern.

Castle Hill Resort

Junction of Routes 103 and 131 Proctorsville, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-226-7361 Toll-Free: 888-764-6836

Whether winter getaway means recreation, relaxation, or both, this lovely resort fits the bill

If your idea of a winter getaway means rising early and hitting the ski slopes or enjoying coffee in a luxurious suite before a day in the spa, the Castle Hill Resort is the ideal spot for you. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the resort’s mansion rooms are cozy, with wood floors, and elegant period furnishings and artwork. Condo accommodations have one, two and three bedrooms, with gourmet kitchens, gas fireplaces and jetted tubs. The award-winning, on-site spa features soothing massages, energizing facials and other body treatments, perfect after a day skiing, skating, snowshoeing or hiking. And the restaurant’s French-inspired American cuisine, served in the glow of candle light, is the perfect end to a perfect winter day.

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