Cozy Library at Vermont's Woodstock Inn & Resort

Located in Vermont, the Woodstock Inn & Resort retains a refined yet relaxed feel. Surrounded by the Green Mountains, the property features impeccably manicured grounds, a private garden, a stately library with puzzles and books (shown above), an LEED-certified spa, a game room, onsite restaurants and bars, a country club, tennis courts, free bike rentals and a huge fitness center with a heated indoor lap pool, steamroom, whirlpool, gym, weight room and fitness classes ranging from Hatha Yoga to Karate and beyond. My guestroom is also impressive, showcasing locally-crafted wooden furniture, a Vermont marble bathroom with Vermont forest-scented bath products, and views of the surrounding mountains. Like the surrounding town itself, it's a great place to become immersed in historic preservation and nature -- and escape big city life in NYC, as I'm doing! :)