The Inn at Little Washington
Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the country
‘When I was younger, I wanted to be an actor’, remembers Patrick O’Connell. But a love of cooking would send this dream off course. But no regrets: ‘A restaurant is a real living theatre, where I can play out various roles’. As the chef and owner of The Inn at Little Washington, Patrick is actor, director and producer of the show which runs every day in his dining room. His scripted menus put the spotlight on his Refined American Cuisine, such as Roasted Eggplant Raviolis with Medallions of Maine Lobster. Just an hour’s drive from Washington DC, this sumptuous hotel nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great retreat with its princely suites and opulent lounges hung with 18th century paintings and tapestries. ...Read more
United States, Washington

The Mayflower Inn & Spa
Hotel and restaurant in a village
Less than 2 hours from the Big Apple, nestled on 58 acres of lush grounds, this property is one of the most acclaimed destination spas in the U.S. With its stunning décor, enhanced by a calming palette of blue and white, the spa offers an amazing array of treatments as well as classes in dream interpretation, dance, painting, writing, yoga and Tai Chi among others. 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 the culinary offering includes the healthy and delicious cuisine of the spa as well as the fine dining experience available at The Inn. ...Read more
United States, Washington