The Mayflower Inn & Spa
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Less than two hours from the Big Apple, nestled in lush grounds, this property boasts a highly-acclaimed spa. The gardens feature 24 hectares of specimen trees, manicured lawns and the famous Shakespeare garden and maze. The spa, with its stunning décor in a calming palette of blue and white, offers an amazing array of treatments, as well as classes in dream interpretation, dance, painting, writing, yoga and tai chi. Workshops on topics such as marriage, sleep and stress, are led by renowned experts in their respective fields. The guest rooms reflect the tranquil elegance evident throughout the property, while culinary offerings include the healthy and delicious cuisine of the spa as well as the fine dining experience available at the inn. ...Read more
United States, Washington

The Inn at Little Washington
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the country
Patrick O’Connell abandoned his dream of becoming an actor for cooking and the “living theatre” of the restaurant world. Just an hour’s drive from Washington DC, this sumptuous hideaway nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a world-renowned destination for gourmet connoisseurs. The menu spotlights Grand Chef O’Connell’s spectacular Refined American Cuisine, such as the Carpaccio of Herb Crusted Baby Lamb with Caesar Salad Ice Cream. The Inn’s rooms and suites are aptly named after America’s Culinary Pioneers and opulent lounges complete the transformation to an idyllic fantasy world. ...Read more
United States, Washington