Far from the madding crowd, in the Litchfield Hills, lies a quiet getaway. Set on 113 acres and bordering extensive woods and lakes, Winvian Farm was created to recharge and indulge. A place like this is difficult to describe for it lacks nothing.

Winvian Farm aspires to host you with no airs but graces, no extravagance or opulence, only warmth and treats. The 5-star cuisine, the wines, the Spa and the team are as unexpected as the experiences that one ultimately enjoys.

Winvian Farm is a luxury resort experience like no other. One hundred thirteen acres of heaven on earth, a lighthearted oasis of peace, comfort and Five- Diamond Fine Dining in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut, where fires are bright, sleep tranquil, and the mind is free to play.

A gracious, 1775 manor stands at the heart of Winvian Farm’s historic estate, while 18 individually-designed resort cottages and the Hadley Suite on the threshold of woodlands and meadows let Winvian’s guests experience the unexpected – a night in a treehouse, a greenhouse or a musical conservatory – a most splendid getaway.

Bikes wait by every cottage door for roaming the grounds, or walk the winding paths and awaken the senses in Winvian Farm’s glorious organic gardens.

Our luxury Spa is an afternoon’s delight, and Winvian Farm’s renowned Five-Diamond Farm-to-Table Restaurant is the heartfelt response of a gifted Executive Chef, Chris Eddy.

And Winvian Farm’s 40-foot swimming pool sits discreetly in a green meadow, not far from our luscious gardens. Welcome to Winvian Farm, an absolutely extraordinary New England luxury retreat designed to recharge and indulge.

THE HISTORY OF WINVIAN FARM
In 1775, Dr. Seth Bird, an eccentric but respected physician known for bringing a coffin along on his house calls, built a home for himself and his family in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut. It was a white clapboard beauty, aproned with meadows and woods, and a comfort and sustenance for the generations.

In 1948, the Smith family bought the historic Bird estate and named it Win-Vian, a combination of the first names of Winthrop Smith and his wife Vivian.

They raised a beloved son, bounteous fruit and vegetables, and livestock on the property (today the luxury Spa stands where the pigpens once did but offers a rather nicer kind of mud treatment).

When Win died, Vivian married Charles McVay, captain of the USS Indianapolis, whose riveting story is detailed in the book “In Harm’s Way.”

With the addition of eighteen individually designed luxury cottages and Hadley Suite, Winvian Farm remains in the Smith family today, lovingly restored by Maggie Smith, her daughter Heather and son Win Smith III into a luxurious, unconventional and absolutely magnificent getaway.

THE COTTAGES
The luxury accommodations of Winvian Farm are worlds unto themselves, nestled into the surrounding Connecticut woodlands and meadows.

Eighteen unique resort cottages and the Hadley Suite were designed by fifteen different architects, each with a story to tell, each a surprise, an escape, a splendid adventure. Winvian Farm is near New York and Boston as well; easy to get to yet hard to leave.

AMENITIES
Each five-star resort cottage has its full share of traditional and not-so-traditional indulgences: king-sized beds, a patio or screened porch, fabulous bathrooms with jetted soaking tubs and rainfall steam showers, fireplaces, BOSE stereo systems, flat-screen televisions, free Wi-Fi, Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons tea, complimentary bedside Everybody Water – and anything else you desire is only a phone call or email message away.

From the moment you arrive at Winvian Farm, we will serve you graciously with all the treats you expect from a luxury hotel.

Winvian guests also enjoy a to-die-for breakfast at no additional charge (a $70 value). And unlike urban hotels, we offer plenty of convenient free parking, next to your cottage, and at the Spa and near the pool (not that you’ll need to drive to either as each cottage has complimentary bicycles).

Have a four-legged friend in need of a getaway? Some of our favorite resort cottages are dog-friendly, including Greenhouse, Connecticut Yankee, Stone, Stable, and Music.

WOODLANDS
Retreat to the forest in a wonderful cottage of rough-cut pine and peeled tree-trunks, where an interior waterfall cascades merrily over stones. The living room is a soaring space, with a double-sided wood-burning fireplace. The bathroom is a forest fantasy; overturned tree trunks form the sinks and water pours from wall-mounted faucets.

A jetted soaking tub is sunken into the verdigris marble floor looking out to the pond and woods, and the gorgeous walk-in shower is walled with thousands of smooth river stones. The natural stone waterfall sits just behind the king sized bed and the moonlight permeates through the entire cottage.

MUSIC
Music is a symphony of color and clean design; a harmonious escape tucked into the New England woods. A double-sided gas fireplace warms an art-deco couch on one side and the king-sized bed on the other. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with light, draperies flow closed for privacy at the touch of a button.

In the bathroom, a jetted soaking tub and rainfall showerhead play a water music of their own. A giant marimba screens the patio and outdoor chimes, drums and gongs invite you to play. A dog-friendly Connecticut getaway.

LIBRARY
Library is a private treasury of illustrated and literary works in a setting that evokes an Ivy League reading room – but with Winvian Farm’s deep comforts. A skylight floods the sitting area’s antiques, brass reading lamps and wood-burning stone fireplace with natural light.

Ladders climb to a book-lined, wrap-around mezzanine which overlook a sumptuous double-sided leather sleeper sofa. This 21st Century reading room includes a king-sized bed and a flat screen TV that rises from a bookcase. Relax with a book and a glass of something good on the Library’s screened porch.

HELICOPTER
A fully-restored 1968 Sikorsky HH-3F Pelican helicopter is ready to rescue you. This amazing Coast Guard chopper stands at the center of a unique cottage, its rotor blades embedded in the ceiling (flights of fancy only!).

The originals are here: pilot and co-pilot seats, switches, gauges – with modern updates such as a mod sofa and flat screen TV. Take your cocktails in the cockpit, watch a film in the fuselage, relax by a glowing woodstove, and sleep in the cloud-soft king-sized bed outside the helicopter. Stylish, fun, and totally aerodynamic.

GOLF
It’s tee time in this distinctive clubhouse cottage overlooking New England meadows. Lush carpets form fairways and putting greens rolling up to a wood-burning fireplace in the living room where verdant hills arc along the walls.

In the bedroom, a unique headboard silhouettes the Scottish skyline of St. Andrews where the game of golf began. A TV rises from the footboard at the touch of a button. In the bathroom, a jetted soaking tub and separate steam shower are a just reward after a gratifying day on the greens.

FINE DINING
A remarkable experience unfolds each evening in the fire-lit 18th Century dining rooms of Winvian Farm’s renowned Litchfield Hills restaurant, The Restaurant at Winvian Farm, where simplicity and indulgence artfully converge to create the ultimate fine dining experience.

The Restaurant at Winvian Farm’s Executive Chef Chris Eddy creates fresh and spontaneous farm-to-table menus, each dish imaginative in its beauty and flavor, a luscious handcrafted gift of seasonal ingredients from nearby farms.

To complement your culinary experience we have created an eclectic selection of wines in our wine cellar, having assembled wines from 13 countries and 37 regions including biodynamic, sustainable and organic.

It is this coming-together of romantic setting and divine cuisine that has earned us five AAA Diamonds and membership in Relais & Chateaux, a fellowship of the most outstanding hotels and luxury restaurants around the world. We are tremendously proud to be counted among such esteemed company.

FARM’S SEED-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT
The Restaurant at Winvian Farm’s Executive Chef Chris Eddy is leading a culinary revolution with his uniquely Winvian Farm seed-to-table philosophy. The freshest, most natural non-GMO ingredients are harvested daily to create exceptional seasonal menus, for a truly luxurious fine dining experience.

Almost everything served in Winvian Farm’s revered restaurant is grown on our private estate in three greenhouses, and three acres of organic gardens.

Honey from our apiary, a henhouse, root cellar, and luscious fruit trees round out Winvian Farm’s artfully open-ended menus. Even the dining room bouquets come from Winvian Farm’s heady flower and herb beds.

It’s a small, beautiful circle from seed to table, one that creates extraordinary cuisine and points toward a more prosperous, healthy future for everyone.

Winvian Farm offers hands-on cooking classes for our guests, to encourage you expand your culinary repertoire and to keep spreading the good word of truly remarkable seed-to-table food.

MAGGIE’S TAVERN
You asked for it. Now we’ve got it. Casual dining has arrived at Winvian Farm in the form of Maggie’s Tavern, named for our beloved proprietor. Guests tell us they love our five-diamond restaurant. But sometimes they prefer to eat light, say a charcuterie board and a glass of wine.

Now thanks to the hard work of our food and beverage team, we have transformed our Games room into Maggie’s Tavern, with additional seating in the adjoining Solarium.

Like the Restaurant at Winvian Farm, you can expect only the freshest, most delicious ingredients (many from our gardens), prepared with elan by Chef Chris Eddy and his kitchen team.

Think specialty cocktails (with herbs from the garden) prepared by bartender Christina Kamenos, today-fresh salads, charcuterie accompanied by local and regional cheeses, inventive sandwiches, a burger to die for, delicious soups and pasta. Top it off with house-made sorbet and ice cream and cookies.

Initially, we’ll be serving lunch Wednesday through Sunday, noon until 4 pm. House guests will also enjoy lunch on Monday and Tuesday, noon until 1:30 pm.

Once we’re satisfied we’re exceeding guest expectations, we will begin a casual dinner service. Stay tuned for details. In the meantime, house guests are welcome to enjoy dinner in the tavern, at the bar or in the Solarium, choosing from the nightly restaurant dinner menu.

FINE DINING MENUS FROM THE CHEF
The Restaurant at Winvian Farm’s multi-course fine dining menu changes almost daily; with the seasons, the ever-evolving offerings from nearby farms, even the patterns of the weather.

Each plate presented with such pride at your table is an epicurean expression of what is available from nearby farms: field-fresh, delectable, inspired… and so spontaneous that the evening’s prix fixe menu is finalized only hours before your meal.

FINE WINE 
Winvian Farm’s wine cellar is thoughtfully curated with 500 labels from 37 regions and 13 countries. This eclectic selection is carefully assembled by our sommelier who chooses wines and vintages from the very best wine-growing regions and terroirs.

Wine pairings are welcome and crafted to complement Winvian Farm’s unforgettable fine dining experience.

PRIVATE FIVE-STAR DINING
Utter decadence and true simplicity combine to make Winvian Farm one of the most celebrated Five-Star Dining experiences in the country.

A locavore’s seed-to-table Eden on the historic Litchfield Connecticut estate; our four dining rooms are candle-lit theaters for a world-class culinary performance from Winvian Farm’s celebrated Chefs each evening.

Set aside a private dining room for your family or group event to make the Winvian Farm Dining Experience truly your own. Meetings, celebrations or an intimate finale to a productive day unfold behind closed doors; the fireplace crackling, and special wine-pairings from Winvian Farm’s extensive Wine Cellar enhance a truly sybaritic meal.

Course after extraordinary course grace our fresh and spontaneous menus crafted daily from ingredients from nearby farms. It’s a world-class private Dining Experience like no other, check with the restaurant for private dining fees.

SPA EXPERIENCE
The Winvian Farm Spa is a realm of tranquility and pampering, a truly transformative experience the moment you step inside our 5,000 square feet of relaxation.

This luxury spa in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut is a quiet sanctuary of light and open space for individuals, couples or groups. Trees and sky fill the great arching windows of the Meditation Lounge where everything shimmers with the radiance of the reflecting pool.

Schedule an hour or an afternoon of pure bliss, with a range of restorative treatments and therapies. Private yoga and fitness, massage, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy and skincare are practiced with a balance of ancient wisdom and modern expertise in beautiful state-of-the art facilities.

Guests are invited to bask in the sun lit lounge, relax in the sauna, and sip organic tea. Find you again, relaxed and rejuvenated in mind, body and spirit.

You don’t need to be a Winvian overnight guest to enjoy the Winvian spa experience. Everyone, including our Litchfield Hill neighbors, needs the pampering that our spa staff delivers.

MASSAGE OR BODY TREATMENT
There’s good reason that the Winvian Farms Spa was recently voted #4 destination spa in the country by Conde Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards: our rejuvenating massages and body treatments and the professionals who perform them. Choose from our many styles of massage and add-ons. You can’t go wrong!

SAUNA
The soothing Winvian Infrared Sauna is available to all spa guests at no extra fee. Benefits include detoxification, pain and stress relief, skin purification and anti-aging as well as improved circulation and fatigue reduction.

SOUND THERAPY
Spend one hour relaxing the mind and body while also promoting healing. With the use of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, clear your energetic blockages and induce a state of ease and harmony.

SWIM IN WINVIAN FARM’S POOL 
Winvian Farm is an oasis from the hustle-and-bustle of the world. And now, we’re an oasis with a seasonal outdoor pool. Our luxury 40-foot swimming pool sits discreetly in a green meadow on the south edge of our 113-acre getaway, not far from our luscious gardens.

Picture yourself there, reclining in one of our comfy chaise lounges with a favorite book or drink, and not a care in the world. Pure magic. A luxurious pool house completes the Winvian Farm experience.

ROMANTIC WEDDING IN NEW ENGLAND
A Winvian Farm wedding is love at first sight. An uncommon celebration for an uncommon love. Winvian Farm’s historic 113-acre New England estate of rolling lawns, stone walls, wildflower meadows and enchanted woodlands is the ideal venue for a single charmed day or a weekend of unfettered joy.

The festivities unfold on every part of this storied estate. Celebrate in our elegant dining rooms, the luxurious Spa, the Solarium, and the vast, romantic Gordon Brown House.

Winvian Farm’s 18 extraordinary resort cottages and Hadley Suite can be exclusively yours. Guest accommodations for larger weddings are conveniently located nearby.

Our talented chef crafts delightfully fresh and unique farm-to-table feasts from Winvian Farm’s overflowing organic gardens. Our on-site wedding planner and attentive staff will anticipate your every need, even things you might never think to ask for.

We are also happy to work with your vendors. Fuel your imagination with Winvian Farm’s freewheeling activities. The sky’s the limit for the destination wedding of your dreams.

EXECUTIVE TEAM RETREATS
Tucked away in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut, Winvian Farm is only two hours from New York City and Boston. Bradley International Airport is a 50-minute drive, Waterbury-Oxford is 30 minutes away, and there is a helipad in the neighborhood should your CEO want to arrive in style.

Rustic and comfy, yet well-appointed with relaxed living rooms, speak-easy lounges, and Five-Star Dining and service, Winvian’s historic private estate is uniquely suited to sparking your A-team’s creativity. Formal or relaxed, Winvian Farm’s non-traditional meeting space is totally customizable.

Winvian is best suited for executive team retreats of five to 25. Our 18 one-of-a-kind resort cottages and the Hadley Suite are nestled into the rolling New England woodlands and sprawling meadows. CEO World Magazine ranks Winvian among the “20 Most Luxurious Hotels in the United States for CEOs.”

Gather over several days, or commandeer our contemporary Boardroom for a day, with full support provided by state-of-the-art technology and staff. Winvian Farm sustains mind and body with extraordinary seasonal cuisine prepared fresh from our lush organic gardens for working breakfasts, a la carte or pre-packaged lunches, or formal dinners.

After a day of individual or group activities, decompress with a range of restorative treatments in our luxury Spa to end your day. At Winvian Farm you can take on the world, or escape from it in style.

ACTIVITIES & TEAM-BUILDING
Trust together. And are more productive. And are happier. As Peter Drucker said, “culture eats strategy for breakfast.” If your CEO is seeking a place not only to meet and work, but to better connect, then Winvian should be on your list.

Our clients love the accommodations and the food, but they really appreciate the activities and team-building opportunities that can really connect people to each other and to their work together. Winvian offers a range of activities, on-site and off, including:

• Pasta Cooking Class
• Kayaking & Canoeing
• Bonfire & S’mores
• Walking & Hiking
• Axe Throwing
• Horseback Riding
• Guided Fishing
• Golfing
• Bicycle Touring
• Paddle Boarding
• River Tubing
• Snowshoeing
• Brewery & Distillery Touring

ACTIVITIES AT & AROUND WINVIAN FARM
At Winvian Farm, every day can be as active or as idle as you wish. All 113 acres of the Litchfield, Connecticut estate are yours to play upon. Cruiser bikes stand at the ready for jaunts around the farm or around town, or enjoy a stroll to the luxury Spa to be pampered and rejuvenated.

The woods are lovely, leafy and deep, our lawns and meadows wide…all for hiking or snowshoeing, croquet, volleyball, bocce ball, hot air ballooning, and allow for countless simple pleasures, many within a small radius of Winvian Farm, like fishing, kayaking, canoeing, tennis, golf, and horseback riding. Or simply indulge the senses in Winvian Farm’s organic gardens.

Come wind, come weather, come sit back and relax enjoy our full bar stocked with craft beers, single malts, and wines from Winvian Farm’s Wine Cellar, so you can practice the fine art of drinks by the fire with treats from Winvian Farm’s seed-to-table cuisine.

HIKING
From the leisurely walks through neighboring White Memorial Wildlife Conservation, home to hiking trails that go on for miles, or the tops of nearby Mt. Tom.

Whether you like to plan out every minute or fly by the seat of your pants, hiking is an adventurous way to take in some of our spectacular Lichfield Hills views. We encourage you to stop by our front desk for trail maps of various sights and difficulty levels.

ELECTRIC BIKING

Looking for an alternate biking experience? Rent a mountain bike or take things to the next level with an electric bike from our friends in West Cornwall! The Covered Bridge Electric Bikes offers a unique biking experience tailored for a variety of levels.

Check out their neighboring farms or set your sights on a roaring waterfall, there is so much to see and explore! Gourmet Boxed Lunches included upon request.

BONFIRE & S’MORES
Memories are made around a roaring fire where one can share stories and laugh while roasting marshmallows with friends and family. The roasting kit is provided, and bonfire lit for you by one of our Guest Assistants.

SPIRIT TASTINGS
Litchfield Distillery batches exceptional distilled spirits, handcrafted from the highest quality, regionally harvested grains, and fruit. The Distillery features distinctive spirits for all tastes.

Your private tasting can be tailored to those just discovering the world of distilled spirits or for the advanced aficionado. Fun, informative and locally made alcohol is prepared for you to enjoy.

HORSEBACK RIDING
Allowing for individual know-how, you will have the chance to ride for one hour as you discover your way through hills and valleys on a group or private riding experience.

Remember, whether it is a romantic tromp or an exciting gallop you are after, Winvian Farm can get you there…and back. Choose from either a trail ride, learn a bit of control through an instructor guided lesson or let the youngsters get comfortable with pony rides.

FLY FISHING & SPIN CASTING
Enjoy some time on the water, either fly fishing or spin casting! We offer both guided and self-guided fishing adventures to nearby rivers and lakes, with your own or guide-provided equipment. Fish rain or shine with the inclusion of a gourmet boxed lunch from the Winvian kitchen upon request.

DRIFT BOAT
The Drift Boat often referred to as a ‘river runner’ is an iconic shallow water vessel. Great for doing a little fishing or just going out to explore and enjoy the waves rain or shine. Gourmet boxed lunches included upon request!

PAINTING
This is not your average paint night! Using only artist palette knives, you will have the opportunity to create your own scape using the artist’s technique of layering, removing, scraping, and blending.

Make it a mother-daughter outing, date night, include the pup, or even get the creative juices flowing in your children and use this class as an alternative babysitter while you and your significant other enjoy the Litchfield town center.

FAIRVIEW GOLF COURSE
Described appropriately as having all “the charm and beauty of what southern New England golf should,” Fairview Farm is a championship 18- hole golf course offering players an upscale private club atmosphere. The par 72 layout is located in nearby Harwinton, just 10 miles from Winvian’s gate!

FARMINGTON RIVER TUBING
Trying to escape the summer heat? Visit Farmington River Tubing and enjoy an exciting, yet relaxing, 2-mile journey down the nearby Farmington River.

The river courses through three thrilling sets of rapids and plenty of splash-worthy flat water. Farmington River Tubing provides a tube and life jacket at a cost of $25 per person. Get ready to jump in!

SPORTSMEN’S OF BANTAM
Experience the area’s natural beauty on the water! Paddle on Connecticut’s largest natural lake, Bantam Lake, in one of Sportsman’s canoes or kayaks.

No experience required, kayaks and canoes serve as the perfect vehicle for guests of all ages to escape the cacophony of civilization. For an additional charge, gourmet boxed lunches can be provided upon request.

THE MARINA AT HIGHLAND LAKE
Looking for a one-stop shop for all your outdoor water fun? Maybe a relaxing pontoon boat cruise around nearby Highland Lake or a test of your slalom skiing skills. Look no further. The Marina at Highland Lake offers pontoon and ski boat rentals and cruises. They also rent kayaks, canoes, and SUPs.

CT WATERSPORTS
Looking for some fun on CTs largest natural lake located right in Bantam? How about waterskiing, tubing, wake surfing & wakeboarding?

CT Watersports has many offerings such as watersports instruction, pontoon boat charters for those seeking a more relaxing experience as well as a kids camp on weekday mornings. All experiences are inclusive of a guide or instructor.

Website: www.winvian.com

Rooms: 18

Price: from 616 EUR per night

Located in the idyllic town of Washington in Connecticut, Mayflower Inn & Spa is an exquisite country retreat, nestled in 58 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and woodland. Just two hours’ drive from New York City, it is renowned as one of northeast America’s most distinguished luxury hideaways.

Memories are made easily when you stay at our boutique hotel in Litchfield County, a portal to a simpler time, where the definitive measure of the good life is in soul-stirring moments rooted in the idyllic countryside.

Hike through meadows and wetlands, enjoy a day of treatments at our holistic wellness destination or sit out by the bonfire with snacks and s’mores – the unrivaled pleasures of the Litchfield Hills await.

ACCOMMODATION
A fresh and modern take on sophisticated New England style, set against the backdrop of a lavish English country house and three standalone cottages. Four-poster beds, oriental rugs, and stunning views onto nature embody the essence of the intimate country retreat.

SUITES
At 550 to 1,200 square feet, our most exclusive accommodations combine the charm of a luxurious country retreat with unrivalled space, and come with extra benefits including private balconies in select suites.

MAYFLOWER SUITE
Ranging from 933 to 1,200 square feet, our largest, most exclusive accommodations offer an indulgent take on New England country living, occupying prime perches in the Mayflower House and Speedwell Cottage.

Every element of your environment has been carefully chosen to provide a feeling of nourishment, rest and escape, from the lushly-appointed king bedroom, large separate sitting room, cozy gas fireplace and private balcony nestled in nature.

PREMIUM KING SUITE
Situated in Speedwell Cottage and Standish Cottage, these large suites range from 658 to 740 square feet, and combine country retreat living nestled up close to nature. All feature a separate sitting room and private balcony overlooking Mayflower Woods.

THE SIGNATURE KING SUITE
Nestled away with its own private entrance in Standish Cottage, our Signature King Suite with Library is 1,090 square feet and the epitome of New England country living at its most sumptuous, with a lushly-appointed king bedroom, separate sitting room with warmly wood-paneled library, and a cozy gas fireplace.

PREMIUM GUEST ROOM
These spacious rooms, located in the Mayflower House and Speedwell Cottage, range from 510 to 704 square feet. Recently reimagined, each room captures the essence of New England style with rich fabrics and handsome woods, including an artisan-made four-poster bed and custom wicker furniture.

A curated collection of antique ceramics and light-hearted artwork evoke a sophisticated yet playful feel. Views overlook the Shakespeare Garden or Mayflower Woods.

CLASSIC KING ROOM
Located in the Mayflower House and Standish Cottage, and ranging from 368 to 475 square feet, our coziest rooms are wrapped in charm, with four-poster beds topped with plump oversized pillows, and views overlooking the American Poets Maze or Mayflower Woods.

DINING
The culinary program at our idyllic country retreat celebrates elegant rusticity, with menus featuring the finest ingredients from our local Connecticut farms. Explore our elevated and welcoming dining venues on property.

Join us in The Garden Room for an unforgettable fine-dining experience with indoor and outdoor dining, and The Tap Room for casual dining featuring pub-style fare. Highlighting seasonal ingredients through a local lens, The Mayflower Inn and Spa takes guests on a gastronomic journey that delights all five senses, for any occasion.

THE GARDEN ROOM
Join us in our elegant dining space, The Garden Room, designed by interior designer Celerie Kemble. Overlooking the Shakespeare Garden, The Garden Room celebrates elegant rusticity with indoor and outdoor dining spaces inspired by the natural beauty of our property.

Our fine dining experience features menus including family-style dishes by our expert culinary team, with an option to add wine pairing specially curated by Sommelier Diego Bustamante. Explore the Garden Delights and Market’s Bounty menus while dining in the countryside.

THE TAP ROOM
Join us in The Tap Room, our newly renovated casual dining destination featuring pub-style fare and quintessential bar snacks that pay homage to Northeast cuisine. The reimagined menu features elevated New England classics made with seasonal ingredients, enjoyed alongside fresh craft cocktails.

DINING AT THE WELL
Experience dining at THE WELL at Mayflower Inn & Spa and discover New England’s freshest, health-forward dishes before or after your sumptuous treatments during your stay at the spa.

Enjoy our oasis of holistic health in the Connecticut countryside and recharge in the beauty of the natural world, while savoring fresh fruit, juices, soups and salads for breakfast and lunch.

PRIVATE DINING
When you crave a night unlike any other, our dining team can set up an intimate private dining experience either in your luxury guest room or suite, library or wicker porch. It will unfold in an atmosphere of understated romance—created for you two and for one unforgettable moment in time.

EVENTS & WEDDINGS
We help make memories, beginning with our open-hearted welcome and our exceptional location, nestled among 58 acres of landscaped gardens and beautiful woodland less than two hours from New York City. Our venues and accommodations give you space to connect with each other—whether you’re planning a family reunion, milestone anniversary, or other celebrations.

SPA & WELLNESS
Our body of knowledge, your body and mind. THE WELL at Mayflower Inn brings an innovative level of holistic health to one of New England’s most exquisite country retreats. Through restorative spa treatments using East-meets-West healing practices, expert-led health coaching sessions, daily workshops and seasonal retreats, your best self awaits.

BODYWORK
Our approach to bodywork centers around the health of the lymphatic system which is central to your body’s immunity. A sluggish or stagnant lymphatic system will affect your overall health and well-being. Having a lymphatic system that works optimally depends on your diet, level of exercise and deep breathing.

SKIN HEALTH
Welcome to the next generation of integrative beauty and wellness. We are transforming the skincare industry into a SkinHealth method. THE WELL at Mayflower partners with Biologique Recherche and Naturopathica for the SkinHealth Program.

EASTERN WISDOMS
Chinese medicine doctors observe how Qi (pronounced chee)— a person’s vital energy, which moves through specific channels called meridians—is functioning and chart a course for bringing the individual into balance through acupuncture, medicinal herbs and dietary or lifestyle changes.

Vibrational energy healing is a balancing modality dating back to ancient civilizations that is thought to be a conduit to healing through the adjustment of energy frequencies in the physical body.

TASTING JOURNEY
Embrace la dolce vita in the Connecticut countryside and enjoy pours of Via Carota Craft Cocktails’ take on classic cocktails, accompanied by light bites inspired by the beloved West Village restaurant, Via Carota.

Indulge in tastes of Via Carota Craft Cocktails’ aperitifs alongside specialty Italian snacks curated by our culinary team – from Olive Oil Cake with Candied Orange with the Negroni Classico to strawberries and Zabaglione with the Espresso Martini – all to be enjoyed amongst the glow of our Tap Room pre or post dinner.

AFTER DINNER
Join us in the Tap Room to indulge in a whiskey and truffle tasting with a whiskey flight featuring Dalmore 12, 15 and 18 years old, accompanied by Vosges Haut Chocolate.

Our expert culinary and beverage teams will pair whiskey and truffles with the same aromatic components of honey, orange and dark cacao notes. Enjoy the delicious pairings amongst the glow of our Tap Room before finishing your evening at our luxurious country escape.

FRESH AIRE PICNIC 
The perfect way to enjoy the idyllic countryside is with our fresh aire picnic baskets, curated by our expert culinary team. Enjoy an elevated, delicious spread in the Shakespeare Garden or alongside our Chef’s Garden, or take your picnic off property on a hike or to relax after your cycling adventure.

Select your basket 24-hours prior to pick-up and everything you need for the perfect outdoor picnic will be arranged by our concierge team.

THE TAP ROOM
Whether in need of a comforting burger and beer, or a glass of wine to get you through the rest of the work week, make the Tap Room your go-to. Join us at Mayflower Inn for special local offerings, available daily every week.

THE ART OF DISTILLING
Head over to Mine Hill Distillery – located 10 minutes from Mayflower Inn & Spa – to spend the afternoon with Founder Elliott Davis to experience the art of crafting spirits. Meet at the 19th-century Roxbury train station, general store and cigar factory, which were restored to their former glory, but this time as a distillery which crafts exceptional gin and whiskey.

Begin your exclusive tour next to the waterfall outside of the distillery and learn about the history of Mine Hill and the town of Roxbury Station during the Industrial Revolution. Then, get behind the scenes to learn about each step of the distilling process from grain to glass.

You will also visit the Barrel House, which is not open to the public, to pull and taste samples of bourbon or rye and learn what it takes to craft a great whiskey. End your tour by bottling, corking and labeling a spirit to take home.

Your experience will end with an intimate cocktail party in the private Founders Room with specialty drinks made using Mine Hill spirits. You’ll leave with a bottle of Mine Hill Spirits and a signature Mayflower Inn & Spa cocktail recipe.

MOVE AT THE MAYFLOWER 
Move at the Mayflower is a curated series of fitness events and experiences with leading workout studios and practitioners designed to enrich the lives of our guests and community at the Mayflower Inn & Spa.

Escape to our exquisite country retreat to partake in exclusive events with celebrated studios Erika Bloom Wellness Collective, Forma Pilates and The Sculpt Society, and shop exclusively curated items from our sponsor, FP Movement. After class, enjoy complimentary powders and superfood bars from Saraka Life and hydration packets from Cure Hydration.

POOLSIDE HAPPY HOUR
Lounge by the Mayflower pool and make the most of sun-kissed summer days in the Connecticut countryside as you enjoy sips of Une Femme’s crisp Sparkling Rosé.

On Fridays, brighten up your afternoon with the award-winning sparkling wines made by Une Femme’s world-class women winemakers brought to you from the specialty Une Femme wine cart.

Cheers to the beginning of the weekend at the Mayflower poolside or while playing lawn games on our beautifully landscaped greens with complimentary beverages from Une Femme Wines.

BIRDING WALK IN THE COUNTRYSIDE
Enjoy a private guided tour, led by one of Ripley Conservancy’s trained aviculturists who will introduce you to the history as well as the contemporary undertakings of the Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy.

Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy houses over 400 birds, representing 80+ species, from around the world. Visit the 16-acre facility, and learn about species in the wild, while exploring the lush woodlands of Connecticut.

THE PERFECT CYCLING JOURNEY
Embrace life in the countryside and embark on a cycling journey that is completely customized to your interests and fitness level – from a self-guided tour, to a guided nature ride, or a cycling session designed with children in mind. Work with our Inn Host to select the perfect cycling adventure for you and spend the day exploring the rolling hills of Litchfield, CT.

Rooms: 30

Price: from 890 EUR per night

Source: www.aubergeresorts.com

The name “Silvermine” comes from old legends of a silver mine in the area, although no silver has ever been found. Once very popular as a village meeting place, Graybarns also served as an artist outpost, and stagecoach stop from the 17th century to present time.

What is now GrayBarns on the Silvermine River began as a small textile factory at the turn of the 19th century. It became a speakeasy during the 1920s before legitimizing itself after the end of Prohibition.

It thrived throughout the 1960s as a classic country inn under the management of the Whitman family, who ran it until 2009.

The tavern itself which now houses the Inn has been renovated back to its stately structure of classic influence, with its ample porches and tall columns, situated on a bluff overlooking the mill pond and river. Alongside the dam or waterfall is the Old Mill and Mill House, used throughout the years as a grist or turning mill.

A HAVEN OF REFUGE
Famously coined by artist and former owner Frank Hutchens, the Silvermine area delights with it’s painterly landscapes and provides a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of New York City daily life.

The tavern hosted Elizabeth Taylor and Eddie Fisher on their honeymoon and received frequent visits from Hollywood heartthrob Spencer Tracy.

True to it’s history, GrayBarns on the Silvermine River has remained the ideal setting to unite city slickers, international travelers and the local community over food and libations, relaxation and leisure.

INN
GrayBarns boasts six beautifully appointed king suites with luxurious full baths, bedrooms and living areas. With a nod to Silvermine’s prolific past, the original post and beam structure, reclaimed wood and wide board oak floors tie each room to the natural environment.

Custom design elements, and classic details combined with contemporary fixtures, NEST thermostats, Le Labo amenities, SMEG, and Nespresso appliances reflect a modern home away from home.

MILLHOUSE
What was once an operating textile mill, this iconic 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is located on Guthrie Falls. With sweeping views of the falls and the Silvermine River, mornings are often spent, coffee in hand, observing the wildlife and listening to the ambient water rushing by.

In addition to its unique character and charm, the Mill House is appointed with high end appliances and amenities to make your stay turn-key.

MERCANTILE APARTMENTS
Located directly across the street from the Inn at GrayBarns on the second floor of the Mercantile, three studio apartments available for long stays occupy the entire second floor of this newly renovated country store .

Pop downstairs for coffee and country goods or across to Tavern for a unique GrayBarns dining and experience. Need help with decor? GrayBarns is happy to lend a hand in decorating your new domicile.

CULINARY EXPERIENCE
Tavern at GrayBarns helmed by Executive Chef Ben Freemole is a true gathering place for locals and guests seeking a destination culinary experience. Tavern continues the blend of old and new that the greater property embodies.

The main dining room and bar area offer a warm and intimate dining experience that highlights New American cuisine assimilating flavors and techniques from traditional American cooking.

Fusing history and traditionalism with fiercely powerful flavors, Tavern showcases relationships with local farms and purveyors and utilizes its own kitchen garden to enhance other seasonal ingredients.

GLASSHOUSE
The Glass House, built between 1949 and 1995 by architect Philip Johnson, is a National Trust Historic Site located in New Canaan, Connecticut.

The pastoral 49-acre landscape comprises fourteen structures, including the Glass House (1949), and features a permanent collection of 20th-century painting and sculpture, along with temporary exhibitions. Tours of the site are available in May through November and advance reservations are recommended.

GRACE FARMS
Grace Farms is a welcoming new place, where a building designed by SANAA is seamlessly integrated into 80 acres of open space for people to experience nature, encounter the arts, pursue justice, foster community, and explore faith.

A diverse natural habitat in the northeast corner of New Canaan, Connecticut, this former horse farm is home to numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Approximately 77 of the 80 acres will be retained in perpetuity as open meadows, woods, wetlands, and ponds.

SILVERMINE ARTS CENTER
Artists have been drawn to Silvermine since visionary sculptor Solon Borglum moved here in 1908 and established it as a place for artists to gather. The Silvermine Guild of Artists was founded in 1922 and formally incorporated in 1924 when the School of Art was established.

Today, the Silvermine Arts Center, a 501(c) (3) organization, is comprised of a Guild of over 300 professional artists, five galleries presenting new exhibitions every six weeks and sponsoring prestigious regional and national competitions; a gift shop; a School of Art providing a wide range of classes for all levels of experience from ages 2 to 102; public programs; and outreach programs in the Norwalk and Stamford schools.

BIKING
Take in unique views of the Silvermine River, historical architecture, and unique flora and fauna that define this distinctive refuge on one of our Priority Bicycle fleet.

POUND RIDGE GOLF
18-hole facility designed by legendary golf course designer Pete Dye in Pound Ridge, New York. It features 7,171 yards of course from the back tees. The course is a par of 72 and is on 172 acres

SILVERMINE NATURE PRESERVE
This idyllic six-acre nature sanctuary in the Silvermine section of New Canaan, Connecticut is open for the public to roam, ramble, and explore.

The Trust for Public Land worked with the New Canaan Land Trust to protect the six-acre New Canaan property of Jim and Betsey Fowler… and creates new public access to the neighboring New Canaan Land Trust 41-acre Kelley Upland Sanctuary.

FISHING
Whether you’re baitcasting, fly fishing or spinning, your chances of getting a bite here are good. And in the off chance you don’t land a catch, you’ll surely witness the resident river otter on his daily commute along the falls. Talk to our concierge about booking a private lesson with local expert.

Website: www.graybarns.com

Rooms: 11

Price: from 360 EUR per night