Vermont offers privacy, luxury, and beauty for a lush romantic getaway

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Vermont really knows how to deliver a romantic getaway or vacation, for a weekend or longer in the Green Mountain state. Vermont's resorts, hotels, bed and breakfast inns offer year-round luxury, fine dining, and amenities like spas and hot tubs for couples on a romantic getaway or other Vermont travel.

Castle Hill Resort

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

Luxurious Vermont inn and spa has a romantic, timeless quality

Elegance, historical charm, the finest modern amenities: It’s the perfect combination for your romantic getaway at Castle Hill Resort & Spa, in Southern Vermont’s breathtaking Okemo Mountain region. Be part of the timeless aura of the resort, one of the Historic Hotels of America, as you settle into your luxurious mansion room, filled with period furnishings and artwork. Or, ask about the one-bedroom condominium, with a gourmet kitchen and gas fireplace. Enjoy a three-course gourmet meal by candlelight in a rich, wood-paneled dining room, then adjourn to the fireplaced library for a cocktail. To truly relax, seek out the spa in the carriage house, with a heated outdoor pool, hot tub and variety of massages, body wraps and facials.

Windham Room - Four Colums Inn - Newfane, VT

Four Columns Inn

23 West Street Newfane, VT, 05345 Phone: 802-365-7713

Warm, attentive service one of the perks at this welcoming inn

Celebrities from Mick Jagger to Henry Kissinger have stayed or dined at the Four Columns Inn, but you don’t have to be famous to be treated to the resort’s warm, attentive hospitality. Couples seeking romance and relaxation will adore the spacious rooms, some with fireplaces, or deep-soaking Jacuzzi tubs, or exquisite garden views; all with a mix of antique and modern furniture and artwork from regional artists. Dining at the inn is an experience not to be missed, whether in the Artisan Restaurant or overlooking the ponds on a patio outside the tavern. Melt the stress away at the Wellness Cottage (in the summer, get a massage by the pond) or stroll through the inn’s 138 acres, including a babbling brook and in-ground pool.

Woodstock Inn & Resort

Fourteen The Green Woodstock, VT, 05091 Phone: 802-457-1100 Toll-Free: 800-448-7900

Vermont’s most beautiful address welcomes couples seeking romance

For years, couples have walked up the steps of the elegant Woodstock Inn & Resort, Vermont’s most beautiful address. It’s like walking into luxury. The inn’s rooms reflect its mission of combining comfort and sense of place, each individually appointed, with pillow-top mattresses and lovely views. Inspired, seasonal, farm-fresh menus are featured in the inn’s four restaurants. And the Vermont theme is carried into the spa, with its organic, seasonal treatments, hot tub, outdoor pool and four-season outdoor courtyard. Topping off your romantic getaway is an array of activities, from strolling the welcoming streets of Woodstock to hiking, mountain biking, skiing and golf. End your busy day by sinking into the oversized lounge chairs by the fire at Richardson’s Tavern.

Holiday Inn Club Vacations Mount Ascutney Resort

485 Hotel Road Brownsville, VT, 05037 Phone: 802-484-7711 Toll-Free: 866-591-0448

Relax, unplug, enjoy all nature has to offer near romantic Mt. Ascutney

Relax and unplug at the Holiday Inn Club Vacations Mount Ascutney Resort. At this peaceful resort, perfect for couples’ getaways, you’re within walking distance of the scenic hiking and biking trails of Mt. Ascutney. At Ascutney State Park, you’ll find picturesque trails, picnic areas and spectacular views. At nearby Killington and Mt. Sunapee, you’ll find superior skiing. Also nearby: Quechee Gorge, an artisan glass studio, friendly farms and breweries. At the resort, relax in your villa, a home away from home, with a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy each other’s company by the fire pit, in the fitness center or indoor and outdoor pools, watching a movie in the theater or playing tennis. Don’t forget to try the homemade desserts at The Maple Kitchen restaurant.

The Manchester View - Fine Vermont Lodging Since 1977

Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant

39 West Road Manchester Village, VT, 05254 Phone: 802-362-2586 Toll-Free: 800-822-2331

Romantic rooms, award-winning dining at this sophisticated luxury hotel

In the heart of charming Manchester Village, The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant, southern Vermont’s finest small luxury hotel, offers those seeking romantic escapes their choice of 20 rooms and suites featuring antique furnishings, four-poster beds, soaking tubs, fireplaces, marble baths and museum-quality artwork. In the relaxed yet elegantly upscale atmosphere of the Zagat-rated restaurant, you’ll enjoy contemporary American cooking and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list. Or, check out the pub for a more intimate dining experience. From the inn’s patio, watch the sun set over the gardens and Mount Equinox. And what is a getaway without activities: horseback riding, biking, hiking, canoeing, tennis, skiing, gondola rides, sleigh rides, fly-fishing. Vermont and this elegant inn have it all.

Taconic - A Kimpton Hotel

3835 Main Street Manchester Village, VT, 05254 Phone: 802-362-0147 Toll-Free: 877-699-3331

Boutique hotel, mountain views, charming village: What more could you ask for?

What could be more romantic than a boutique hotel surrounded by mountains in a picturesque, historic village? Plan your romantic retreat at the Kimpton Taconic Hotel, and prepare to be pampered. Settle into your guestroom with its soothing earth-tone palette, plush bedscapes, curated local artwork and mountain or courtyard vistas. In-room spa services are a specialty. Or, for the ultimate in privacy, ask about a suite or cottage, perhaps with a fireplace or patio or modern version of a claw-foot tub. Have your morning coffee by the hotel’s livingroom fireplace and enjoy an evening cocktail or bite to eat in the inviting Copper Grouse Tavern. Explore the area’s designer shops, covered bridges and swimming holes. Or just chill in a porch rocker.

Echo Lake Inn

at Tyson, on Route 100, 2 Dublin Road Ludlow, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-228-8602 Toll-Free: 800-356-6844

Prepare to be pampered in style at this historic, idyllic Vermont inn

Paying attention to its guests’ individual needs has been a tradition at the Echo Lake Inn for decades. Couples seeking an authentic New England getaway will experience that first hand at the inn, which will cater to their needs as they did to the needs of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Choose a room with a sleigh bed or four-poster bed, or gas fireplace – or a two-person Jacuzzi in the bedroom. Enjoy the kind of intimate, gourmet dining that reviewers have called “positively enchanting.” From the inn’s dock on the lake, take a quiet canoe or kayak trip. Hit the world-class ski slopes in winter, the golf course in summer and go hiking and biking year round.

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Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountain

703 US Route 5 South St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819 Phone: 802-748-1500

Lots of couple-time activities in and around this convenient, comfortable inn

Location, location, location: At the Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountain, those seeking a getaway from the ordinary will have a full slate of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from. In addition to nearby attractions like exhilarating skiing venues, and picturesque trails for hiking and biking, couples can swim in the inn’s indoor heated pool, soak up the steam in the sauna, challenge each other to a game of pool in the game room, plan a Vermont-ingredients-inspired lunch for two in the picnic area or get that stress-busting workout in the exercise room. Guest rooms and suites come with all the amenities and include down pillows and pillow-top mattresses for the ultimate in cozy relaxation.

Manchester View

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

Peaceful valley location exudes warmth, romance at this four-season inn

Romance is always in season at the Manchester View, nestled in the tranquil valley between the Green and Taconic Mountains. Surrounded by lush landscaped gardens in the spring an summer and autumn colors in the all, the resort is a snowy wonderland in the winter. Imagine cozying up in your room by a crackling old-stone fireplace. Or ordering an in-room massage while looking out over sweeping mountain views. Or relaxing in a deep-soaking spa tub in your room or a heated pool at the resort. Outside the resort, couple activities abound, from skiing and sleigh riding in winter to paddling an inner tube down the Battenkill in the summer, golfing in the spring or visiting an orchard in the fall.

Romantic Room Sterling Ridge Log Cabin Resort Jeffersonville Vermont

Sterling Ridge Resort

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

This log cabin resort in the woods wants you to relax, soak in your surroundings

At the Sterling Ridge Resort, couples are urged to “Relax. Wander. Behold.” It’s no wonder: The 350 acres of this log cabin resort nestled in the mountains of northern Vermont are spectacular year-round. Imagine snuggling into your romantic studio or one-bedroom cabin in a breathtaking wooded setting. Cabin amenities include wood or gas-log stoves or fireplace, whirlpool tub, fire pit, porches and a fully equipped kitchen. In the winter, go snowshoeing, snowmobiling or take a short drive to major ski areas. Order up a private sleigh ride or go horseback-riding. In the summer, walk across a covered bridge to one of several swimming holes or go kayaking in a pond or take a “Water and Wine” tour.

Green Mountain Inn

18 South Main Street Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-7301 Toll-Free: 800-253-7302

Historic inn, tucked in the Green Mountains, a classic Vermont retreat

Hospitality and warmth really are legendary at the Green Mountain Inn, which has provided a friendly, relaxed atmosphere for guests since 1833. Couples looking for an idyllic romantic getaway will have plenty of rooms to choose from: Cozy touches and modern comforts can be found in 104 rooms, suites, apartments and townhouses. Many have four-poster beds, Jacuzzis (some by the fireside); all have hand-crafted furnishings, crisp linens and room to really relax. Book a couples massage in the new deluxe couples suite or arrange for massages in the spa. Dine in the two acclaimed restaurants or stroll the vibrant Main Street with its eclectic restaurants and shops. The inn also features a year-round outdoor pool, health club, fire pits and game room.

Distinctive Inns of New England

Luxurious Accommodations throughout New England , VT Phone:

Vermont inns, surrounded by beauty year-round, are all about romance

The two inns that are part of the Distinctive Inns of New England are all about romance. The Grafton Inn, which dates back to 1801, is nestled in a quaint country village and, from that storybook setting, offers couples award-winning farm-to-table dining and 45 perfectly appointed rooms. Activities range from sleigh rides and skiing in the winter to swimming, biking and tennis in the warmer weather. At the Rabbit Hill Inn in Lower Waterford, luxe accommodations and amenities, rooms with gas fireplaces and breathtaking views, are perfect for couples who want private time. Outstanding seasonal cuisine and activities from ziplining to mountain biking make this inn facing the White Mountains a must for getaways all year-round.

Rabbit Hill Inn

48 Lower Waterford Road Lower Waterford, VT, 05848 Phone: 802-748-5168

Delicious, delightful romantic experience served up at this enchanting inn

The Rabbit Hill Inn serves up a deliciously romantic Vermont experience, catering to adult getaways and relaxing escapes. Luxe accommodations feature a variety of amenities, from double whirlpool or hydromassage tubs and working fireplaces to jaw-dropping views of the White Mountains, four-poster canopy beds, private sundecks and covered porches. Dining at the inn is a treat in a comfortable, unpretentious atmosphere, staring with a bountiful, candlelit breakfast and ending, perhaps, with a cocktail and conversation in the pub. Order up an in-room massage, stroll through the 15 acres of lush gardens and trails or venture off for skiing, skating, a private sleigh ride, canoeing, kayaking, golfing and shopping. Or take a covered-bridge tour to experience the true Vermont! Rated #30 of the Top 100 Hotels Worldwide, #6 in the USA, and #2 in the Northeast by Travel & Leisure, July 2017.

Golden Eagle Resort

511 Mountain Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-4811 Toll-Free: 866-970-0786

Leave your worries behind when you unwind at Golden Eagle

Take a break from everyday stress with a weekend getaway to Vermont's Golden Eagle Resort, a country inn nestled in the mountains surrounding rustic Stowe. Wildlife love our ponds and grounds. Explore, and you may spy deer, ducks, great blue herons and occasionally a wandering moose. The Stowe area is filled with fun things to do, too. Ride the gondola up Stowe Mountain. Tour Ben & Jerry's Factory, and sample their delicious wares. In winter hit the slopes. When you're finished with those activities, return to our resort for the ultimate in relaxation. Enjoy a Swedish couples massage in our tranquil spa suites. Splash in our large heated indoor pool, or let yourself melt away in our hot tub or cedar sauna.

Stone Hill Inn

89 Houston Farm Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-6282

Named a top romantic getaway, this inn amazes with luxurious rooms, amenities

Slip away to a luxurious retreat at Stone Hill Inn, a romantic bed-and-breakfast for couples. Named “Best Romantic Getaway” by Yankee Magazine in 2017, the inn offers nine guestrooms with king beds, luxury baths with double Jacuzzis and fireplaces. Other possible amenities include overstuffed chairs, private patios, four-poster and canopy beds and bath fireplaces. Enjoy your gourmet breakfast at a private table in a sunlit dining room, sip wine or bubbly by the fireplace at night or walk among the enchanting gardens, streams and waterfall. The quiet, 9-acre refuge is surrounded by woods but only five minutes from lively Stowe and close to activities from ballooning and rafting to world-class skiing, chocolate-dipping workshops and micro-brewery tours.

Mountain Top Inn & Resort

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

High on a mountain, this resort a great choice for that idyllic getaway

Plan your idyllic Vermont getaway at the Mountain Top Inn and Resort, high atop a mountain, by the shores of a pristine 740-acre lake. Let the resort chef make you a picnic lunch to explore some of the inn’s 700 private acres of woods and meadows. Walk down a private lane to a private beach on a quiet cove and explore the lake with one of the inn’s kayaks, canoes or paddleboards. Play tennis, disc golf, relax in the spa, cedar sauna, heated outdoor pool or hot tub, go horseback riding or take a pontoon-boat tour of the lake. Rooms and suites come with stunning countryside and mountain views. Luxury cabins have wood-burning fireplaces. Guest houses are available for total privacy.

The Landmark Trust USA

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

Unique options for the ultimate in romantic retreats at these Landmark properties

Celebrate the romance of New England by getting away to one of the five unique properties owned by The Landmark Trust USA. The cozy Sugarhouse (yes, they used to make maple syrup there) is a perfect romantic choice, tucked into a hill next to the property’s orchard. It has a screen porch, a gas log stove – and the morning birdsongs are free! Kipling’s Carriage House (yes, Rudyard Kipling) has lovely views of the meadow, forests and valley. Roomier options include the Amos Brown House, among open pastures, hay fields and the woods; the Dutton Farmhouse with access to hiking, biking, sledding and skiing; and Naulakha, Kipling’s mansion with breathtaking gardens, pergola and tennis court. The setting for these properties is quintessential Vermont.

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

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

Escape to the majestic mountains and fun happenings at this Stowe inn

Casual elegance meets the mountain experience at Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa, perched on over 50 acres and surrounded by natural beauty as well as over 30 shops, restaurants and other attractions in bustling Stowe. Find your romantic selves in the resort’s world-renowned spa complete with soaking pools and a cascading waterfall, in the Wine Spectator award-winning restaurant or by a crackling fire in Charlie B’s Pub and Restaurant. Room, suite and studio townhouse features include possibilities from gas fireplaces, Jacuzzis, private decks and balconies and, of course, magical mountain views. Nearby activities include skiing, snowmobile tours, sleigh and horse-carriage rides along the river, kayaking, golfing, mountain biking, ziplining, maple sugar house tours and picturesque fall foliage.

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