Winter Getaways A Short Trip From DC
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Between the falling temps, shortened days, and absence of holiday cheer, anyone would be forgiven for struggling to keep the winter blues at bay. Looking for a way to keep your spirits up this month? We’ve got just the ticket: A trip to your very own Winter Wonderland.
Keep reading for the best spots to visit this winter to rediscover your love for the coolest season around.
#1 Wintergreen Resort: Treat yourself to magnificent mountain views, sumptuous luxury, and thrilling recreation at Wintergreen Resort. Spanning 11,000 acres on the eastern slopes of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the resort’s spacious condos and vacation homes are surrounded by winding trails, cascading streams, and lush forests. The ultimate four-season vacation or conference spot, Wintergreen Resort is peaceful and refreshing, with an endless variety of activities for all to enjoy.
The resort features four seasons of mountain recreation and amenities including 45 holes of championship golf on two courses; exhilarating winter skiing, snowboarding and snowtubing; an award-winning tennis program; a full-service, mountaintop spa; outdoor recreation such as hiking, fly fishing, and swimming; a variety of enticing dining options; and so much more.
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#2 Inn At Perry Cabin: For an intimate winter escape, look no farther than the Inn at Perry Cabin, where you’ll enjoy 26 acres of wooded farmland along the tranquil Miles River. Only 90-minutes from DC and nestled along the Chesapeake Bay, the Inn at Perry Cabin welcomes visitors for their #SnowedINN special. Exclusive festivities include oysters and unexpected pairings (beers, bourbon and bubbly), whiskey tastings in Purser’s Pub, winter cocktails and s’mores by the fire, and a Bloom & Bliss Massage at the Spa at Perry Cabin. Enjoy a tranquil and charming stay, no matter the temperature outside.
#3 Canaan Valley Resort: Nestled atop the highest valley east of the Rocky Mountains just two and a half hours from DC, Canaan Valley Resort offers top notch skiing for all you outdoor adventurers out there. The trails boast slopes for skiers of every ability — from a dedicated beginner instruction trail to black diamond favorites. The resort’s multi-lane park offers one of the longest tube runs in the east, while skating fans can schedule a rink-side seat to one of several figure skating performances running throughout the season.
#4 Snowshoe Mountain: Located at the 2nd highest peak in West Virginia, fittingly, Snowshoe Mountain is known for having the most snow in the region. With three unique ski areas of 60+ trails, 40 bike trails, and activities like snowmobiling, tubing, biking, swimming, and much more, it’s a win-win-win no matter which season you visit. The mountaintop village adds a true “destination resort” feel to Snowshoe thanks to its vibrant nightlife — not to mention the full service spa and wide range of shopping & dining options.
#5 The Homestead: Experience the southern hospitality and elegant charm that have made this Virginia mountain resort a premier destination for 23 US presidents. Set across more than 2,000 acres of scenic Virginia landscape, The Homestead provides timeless comforts and access to an array of exciting activities all year long. From the full-service spa featuring the same mineral waters that President Thomas Jefferson experienced in 1818, to two of the best golf courses in Virginia, you’re sure to have an experience unlike any other when you stay at The Omni Homestead Resort.
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