Nicest small luxury resort within 250 miles

Ugh, I hate to tell you but I have yet to find a resort that I would want to spend my time and money that was considered lux within 250 miles of here OP. I've been to all of these posted and they are OK, some better than others, but none that I would be excited to return to. I suppose I have a higher standard?

I don't think I do but in general I prefer the West for lux resorts. This Woodloch - https://www.thelodgeatwoodloch.com/ -is prob the closest I've come to that's closest to us in DMV area. I think maybe there's others in upstate NY?

I prefer to spend my money at B&Bs that offer higher quality experiences in spa/dining. Maybe not the larger resorts but for a lot of money, I don't care if it's less and smaller if it's nicer and more enjoyable

These 2 are favorites: www.laubergeprovencale.com and https://glengordonmanor.com/

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02/18/2025 10:59

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Anonymous wrote:Ugh, I hate to tell you but I have yet to find a resort that I would want to spend my time and money that was considered lux within 250 miles of here OP. I've been to all of these posted and they are OK, some better than others, but none that I would be excited to return to. I suppose I have a higher standard?

I don't think I do but in general I prefer the West for lux resorts. This Woodloch - https://www.thelodgeatwoodloch.com/ -is prob the closest I've come to that's closest to us in DMV area. I think maybe there's others in upstate NY?

I prefer to spend my money at B&Bs that offer higher quality experiences in spa/dining. Maybe not the larger resorts but for a lot of money, I don't care if it's less and smaller if it's nicer and more enjoyable These 2 are favorites: www.laubergeprovencale.com and https://glengordonmanor.com/

+10000 DC area doesn’t have enough wealth for there to be demand for high end luxury properties within driving distance.

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02/18/2025 18:41

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Mohonk is a touch further but in a separate class

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02/18/2025 19:29

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Primland is the best resort in Virginia.

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02/18/2025 22:28

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The Martha is a nice spot. The theater across the street is very good. The restaurant at the hotel is great. Pool, hot tub and tennis courts are nice.

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02/18/2025 22:57

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Anonymous wrote:Mohonk is a touch further but in a separate class

Which class is that?

Look Mohonk is great as a multigenerational place with lots of good outdoors activities, and the food is decent/good for a large resort—I’d recommend it all day for people looking for that— but it is really a “luxury resort” for a couple?

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02/19/2025 02:16

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Anonymous wrote:Salamander?

I found this to be really overrated, with mediocre service.

Same. Dated, tired, overpriced with poor service and my standard for service is not high.

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02/19/2025 02:20

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Anonymous wrote:Mohonk is a touch further but in a separate class

Which class is that?

Look Mohonk is great as a multigenerational place with lots of good outdoors activities, and the food is decent/good for a large resort—I’d recommend it all day for people looking for that— but it is really a “luxury resort” for a couple?

It's not even 4 stars so the obvious answer is no.

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02/19/2025 12:25

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Anonymous wrote:Ugh, I hate to tell you but I have yet to find a resort that I would want to spend my time and money that was considered lux within 250 miles of here OP. I've been to all of these posted and they are OK, some better than others, but none that I would be excited to return to. I suppose I have a higher standard?

I don't think I do but in general I prefer the West for lux resorts. This Woodloch - https://www.thelodgeatwoodloch.com/ -is prob the closest I've come to that's closest to us in DMV area. I think maybe there's others in upstate NY?

I prefer to spend my money at B&Bs that offer higher quality experiences in spa/dining. Maybe not the larger resorts but for a lot of money, I don't care if it's less and smaller if it's nicer and more enjoyable These 2 are favorites: www.laubergeprovencale.com and https://glengordonmanor.com/

Not OP, but these are nice options. If I was going away with DH, I’d love one of these if close to DC.