Winvian

Just two hours north of bustling Manhattan, Hotel Winvian sits serenely in pristine countryside bordering a wildlife sanctuary. A creative team of 15 architects designed the 18 luxury cottages to surprise, inspire, and delight Winvian guests. The resulting accommodations are unique and whimsical; one cottage incorporates a helicopter into its design, while another features an old fashioned tent canopy and evokes a secret garden.

Here, the small number of guests are free to roam the Winvian's vast property to their heart's content. Sink into a cushy chair with a fat novel or gaze at a sky dense with twinkling stars. Cycle or ride horses through the countryside, and paddle Bantam Lake. Explore the town of Morris, and remember to work up an appetite. Winvian's cuisine is as inspired as the cottages are: sophisticated comfort food and delectable desserts, paired with outstanding treasures from wineries around the globe.