Blantyre
Restaurant and hotel in the country
Blantyre is a beautiful country house built amidst 115 acres of lawn and woodlands, ideally located halfway between Boston and New York City. The Main House, Carriage House and 4 cottages are reminiscent of a gentler time of elegance and romance. Built in 1902, this stately Tudor house is resplendent with sumptuous guestrooms, an exceptional wine cellar and renowned cuisine. The intimate full-treatment spa is connected to the Carriage House, a few minutes walk from the Tudor-style Main House. This enchanting resort has activities galore, with tennis and croquet in the summer, to name a few. When the seasons change, you will find a winter wonderland on the property with ice skating, snowshoeing, sleigh riding and a Christmas tree 100 feet high. ...Read more
United States, Lenox

The Charlotte Inn
Hotel and restaurant in a village
At the heart of Martha’s Vineyard, the former haunt of whale hunters, you’ll find a captain’s house in the traditional British style. Built in 1864 for Samuel Osborne, a famous merchant, the Charlotte Inn transports you to another time; you can’t help but be swept away by its romantic atmosphere. The staff, alert to the smallest detail, cultivates a deliciously old-fashioned elegance and courtesy. The suites decorated with antique lamps and silk or linen fabrics are exquisite. Between one iced tea and the next on the flower-filled patio, discover the beautiful island including its renowned lighthouses and beaches, ideal for swimming and sailing. ...Read more
United States, Edgartown

The White Barn Inn and Spa
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel on the seafront
As a young boy, Jonathan Cartwright wanted to be a cyclist and “win the Tour de France”. But, at the age of 15, he discovered cooking and became more interested in wearing a white apron than the yellow jersey. These days he is a respected and dedicated chef, who has turned the White Barn Inn into a great place to eat as well as a peaceful, elegant place to stay and a unique centre of relaxation. In the words of this passionate perfectionist “Cooking requires the same determination as cycling, the same effort and the same team spirit”. Above all, Jonathan values the quality of his products and he can tell you the life story of the fresh Kennebunkport lobster, star of his menu, from its birth to the moment it arrives in his kitchen. To be savoured as it is or in a bisque or a cognac sauce, among the other creations inspired by local produce. ...Read more
United States, Kennebunk Beach

Menton
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux in town
Pristine ingredients and perfectly executed technique create exceptional dishes at Menton, Grand Chef Barbara Lynch’s restaurant. |A blend of French discipline and Italian passion reflect the restaurant’s namesake, a French seaside town near the Italian border|. Located in Boston’s Fort Point, with its historic buildings contrasted by futuristic constructions, the restaurant has been meticulously conceived in every detail. The carefully edited wine list includes great champagnes and rare vintages from lesser-known vineyards. For an unforgettable dining experience, Menton offers the Chef’s Table, which provides a brilliant vantage point from which to observe the kitchen. ...Read more
United States, Boston