The past few days, early Spring here in Wisconsin, have brought us some clear signs that the world is reawakening. A walk in the woods revealed that the May apples, ferns, and local flora are about to burst forth with renewed vigor. At the same time, we're now seeing he first signs that travel is about to resume, and many of you have told us that for the next few months you'd like to focus on destinations closer to home.
Working with our colleagues at Hidden Doorways, we have identified a small number of special destinations within the United States to meet the needs of those who are seeking a quiet retreat that features the highest level of accommodations and fine dining. The first of these we would like to share with you is Twin Farms, the only five-star resort in Vermont. hiddendoorwaystravel.com/properties/twin-farms/. A resort of international renown that draws visitors from around the world, Twin Farms may of special interest to those who live in the United States.
Twin Farms is easily accessible, about an hour and a half drive from Burlington International Airport. It is the perfect destination as you plan your secluded getaway. Twin Farms is a Relais & Chateaux property, meaning that both the accommodations and the cuisine are of the highest standard.
And, as if we needed any further convincing, Forbes Travel Guide has named Twin Farms its 2020 Hotel of the Year.
When you book your Twin Farms stay through Elán, your exclusive amenities include the following:
• All-inclusive of meals and wine pairings
• 300 acres of forest, meadows and ponds
• Fitness center
• Japanese furo
• The Bridge House Spa
• Wine cellar
• In-room fireplaces and screened porches
• Complimentary packing and unpacking services
• Complimentary handcrafted Stave jigsaw puzzle for your own collection
• Wi-Fi
• Out of the Woods bath and body products, hand-blended especially for Twin Farms
• Fully stocked refrigerator with complimentary coffee, tea and seasonal snacks
• Feather beds and down pillows
Finally--and this is something especially dear to our hearts--when you book your stay at Twin Farms through Elán, a donation is made by Hidden Doorways to our favorite charity, AmericaShare, which provides education to change the lives of the children of the Mukuru settlement in Nairobi, Kenya. So, you can stay comfortably close to home and, at the same time, change the world in a positive way, lending a hand to a child half a world away.
Twin Farms is perennial favorite, and it's a wonderful choice as we re-engage with the world. If now is your time to begin venturing out, this should be at the top of your list. Please contact me for more information: [email protected].
We will begin accepting reservations at Twin Farms for visits beginning on June 15 and after, and we would encourage planning your time there very soon.
Best always,
-Victoria