Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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RG Romantic Getaways WINVIAN Situated between Boston and New York City in Li- tchfield Hills, Connecticut, Winvian is a tranquil, ro- mantic getaway, perfect for couples who enjoy exquisite cuisine, outdoor adventure, and, above all, relaxation. Winvian has received AAA Five Diamond Awards for its accommodations and exceptional fine-dining restaurant, which features 110 French and Mediterranean dishes created from artisanal seasonal ingredients by Executive Chef Chris Eddy. Stay in one of the 19 luxe cottages, which bear whim- sical and even outrageous themed décor (an authentic restored 17,000-pound 1968 Sikorsky Sea King Pelican HH3F helicopter is the centerpiece of its Helicop- ter Cottage, for instance). You can also treat yourself to some quality R&R at the nearly 5,000-square-foot spa. Looking for something remarkably romantic? Book the couples massage in the WHEATLEIGH Arguably the most sophis- ticated French chateau in America, Wheatleigh in Lenox, Massachusetts, sets THE WHITE BARN INN WINVIAN Forty Winks Suite, followed by fireside Champagne and treats. 155 Alain White Road, Morris, CT, 860-567-9600, winvian.com. the tone for an unforgettably romantic winter getaway in the heart of the Berkshires. Tucked away on 22 acres, the exquisite property offers 19 accommodations in the form of grand guest rooms and elegant suites. (Hosting an intimate wedding? Book the entire property for a totally private ceremony and celebration.) Complete with exceptional personal service and attention to detail around every corner, not to mention its own AAA Five Diamond Award-winning restaurant, Wheatleigh is perfect for couples who are looking for a true fairytale setting on a romantic week- end retreat. 11 Hawthorne Road, Lenox, MA, 413-637- 0610, wheatleigh.com. THE WHITE BARN INN If you're searching for a quintessentially romantic New England getaway, look no further than The White Barn Inn in Kennebunkport, Maine. From its thought- ful, luxurious details to its WHEATLEIGH astounding cuisine, you can't help but feel starry- eyed during your stay at the 150-year-old coastal Maine estate. Not only has the property's celebrated res- taurant received both a AAA Five Diamond Award and a Forbes Five-Star Restaurant award, but it is also the only restaurant with this status north of New York City. If dining in a restaurant of this stature accompanied by rustic décor, the soft flicker of candlelight, and clas- sic snowy mountain views still isn't romantic enough, maybe the butler-drawn bath and chilled Champagne will be just the thing to con- vince you. 37 Beach Avenue, Kennebunkport, ME, 207-967- 2321, whitebarninn.com.