Visit the home of where infamous Pulitzer prize winning American poet, Robert Frost, unraveled his work in the early 1900′s. He is known for his realistic portrayal of rural life in New England by expressing his intricate social and philosophical ideas. His home for 5 years with Elinor Frost has now become The Frost Place, a non-profit educational center for poetry and arts owned by Franconia, NH. Since 1977, the Frost Place awards an emerging American poet one summer of full-board residency to flourish their mind and work. Every year this historical home hosts an annual Festival and Conference on Poetry for writers seeking classes and workshops, which have opened up to high school students, teachers’ conferences, and advanced seminars. The Frost Place is a “house museum” with spectacular views of the White Mountains and isn’t your typical museum with multi-media displays and cafes. It’s simply an exhibit in itself for you to see first hand exactly what Robert Frost lived in during his time. The museum is free of admission, welcome to donations, and opening hours are not all-year around.
About a one hour drive east through Crawford Notch State Park is The Inn at Thorn Hill who are having affordable July getaway packages. The Midweek ‘Spa-aaaah’ Getaway Package is added to any Midweek Room Rate with the addition of two 60-minute Swedish massages, two healthy, chef-made spa lunches, a complimentary half bottle of sparkling Prosecco upon arrival, and finally a three-course dinner. Also, for the entire month of July will be best available room rates for the month, midweek AND weekend. Book any two consecutive nights midweek and get the best rooms in the house for $259/per night. Check out their website for further restrictions on these fantastic, cheap, summer package deals.
“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life. It goes on.”
- Robert Frost
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The cliffs are drying out fast as the sun is becoming higher and warmer and it’s the perfect time for you to make your next weekend getaway an absolutely unique experience. Let IMCS (International Mountain Climbing School) guide you on a safe, enjoyable, and stunning mountain climb. All rock climbing programs are designed for people of all ages and abilities through April until October. For the more advanced climbers, join IMCS on their trips, treks, and expeditions and climb South America, Nepal, or even Africa. The Inn at Thorn Hill & Spa is where you can relax the muscles from all the excitement which is located only 10 minutes up Rt. 16. To top off your weekend getaway, try the Thorn Hill Sanctuary package which comes with:
- A hydrating and exfoliating salt-glow utilizing mineral rich sea salts, essential oils, and water
- A full body massage
- An extra touch of warmth through an essential oil infused heated towel treatment
- A delicious Spa Lunch is available for an additional $20/pp, with choice of chicken, fish or tofu
- Soothing heat of a redwood Sauna
- Meditative repose of the Spa Gallery
- Explore the classic New England Village of Jackson minutes away by foot
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The Inn at Thorn Hill’s lounge menu has been selected as the best bar food in New Hampshire.
The menu is a selection of small plates and large plates served in the lounge or adjoining porch which overlooks Mount Washington.
The menu created by Chef John Russ’s staff is a blend of many tastes. Small plates might be Crab Spring Roll, Grilled Artichoke or Cornmeal Fried Oysters. Large plates include a Venison Patty Melt, Duck Confit Salad, Hand Cut Tagliatelle or Pale Ale Steamed Mussels.
The lounge is open nightly from 5pm to 10pm and there is Michael Jewell on the piano on Saturday evenings. Reservations are available for parties of six or larger.
Call for an updated menu – 1-800-289-8990 or 603-383-4242
This August visit Jackson, New Hampshire for the annual White Mountain Arts Festival. This two day long festival is sponsored by the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce and is held in the Jackson Village Park on the 18th and 19th.
Artists both selling their work, as well as those there to be judged on their work, will be showing off their pieces to the public during the weekend. There will be musicians and an abundance of food vendors to attract visitors to the area as well. Jackson grew its popularity from artists traveling far and wide to paint there due to its outstanding view of the White Mountains.
If you want to spend a romantic weekend with your special someone at the Art Festival, be sure to visit the Inn at Thorn Hill. This full service inn has 25 rooms, a fine dining room as well as more casual lounge offerings. The Inn at Thorn Hill also offers a spa facility. This adult sanctuary was voted one of the ten most romantic inns in North America.
The Inn at Thorn Hill was awarded AAA Four Diamond Awards for both its inn and restaurant for the eighth time on May 12th, 2008 at the annual luncheon. The Inn was presented its ninth consecutive lodging award and the restaurant was awarded for the eighth year. The awards were interrupted by a fire to the Main Inn in 2003 which has been rebuilt with all new amenities and a complete spa.
The Inn was one of only four properties in New Hampshire to receive both awards and it included Distinctive Inns of New England member, The Manor on Golden Pond where the luncheon took place.
The Inn at Thorn Hill has been owned by Jim & Ibby Cooper since 1993. Reservations for rooms, dinner or spa treatment can be made by calling 1-800-289-8990 or emailing us at stay@innatthornhill.com
Join our yoga instructor, Carlene Sullivan of Symmetree Yoga, for a weekend adventure in the White Mountains as you reside, replenish and rejuvenate in the heart of Jackson, New Hampshire at the Inn at Thorn Hill & Spa.Upon arrival you will be greeted by dinner and a brief orientation where you will meet your yoga teacher, Carlene and mountain guides. Start the day off with breakfast, a guided hike through the pristine forests of the Mount Washington Valley and a restorative mountain top yoga class. The yoga excursion includes transportation to and from the trail head, a guided hike, safety techniques and skills to deepen your hiking techniques, lunch and a mountain top yoga class focusing on beginner yoga postures paired with breath & meditation. We will wind the day off with a little more yoga and dinner. An additional morning yoga class and breakfast will be offered the morning of your departure; leaving you feeling restored, invigorated and ready for a fresh start.
Experience yoga at its fullest by listening to the sounds of nature and discovering what the Mount Washington Valley really has to offer with Yoga Hikes in the Whites Tour. Yoga Hikes in the Whites Tour Include: Superior room in the Main Inn for two nights with private Jacuzzi bath and separate shower, gas fireplace, TV/DVD (upgrade to a Luxury room or Suite). Nightly three course dinner for two full country breakfast each morning, and afternoon tea and cookies served daily. Packed lunch for two with your choice of sandwich, fruit, cookies, and bottled water. Outdoor activities with skilled facilitators Daily yoga class, meditation, and relaxation. Comfortable lounge, fitness room, library and tea meditation area. Relaxing sauna, hot tub, and outdoor pool .
Superior rooms: Double Occupancy: $760/ Single Occupancy: $691
Luxury rooms: Double Occupancy: $880/ Single Occupancy: $810
Suite Rooms: Double Occupancy: $960/ Single Occupancy: $890
*8% state tax and gratuities not included
Tour Dates: June 27th, July 18th, August 15th, September 5th
The Saturday evening event is a five course dinner with paired wines at each course. The reception starts at 7:00pm and costs $75 per person. Below is the menu we will be serving.
Assorted Hor d’oeuvres
Wine- Pieropan, Soave Classico
Fresh Frog Legs with Chard and White Asparagus
Wine- Canella, Prosecco
Buckwheat Tagliatelle with Potatoes, Greens and Quail
Wine- Jerman, Pinot Grigio
Tuscan Pig Trio with Porchette, Crema Paradise and ossibuchi all Toscana
Wine- Terrabianca, Campaccio
Fresh Milk Sorbetto with Lingonberry Zabaglione, Polenta Cake and Hazelnuts
Wine- Villa la Delva Vin Santo, Vigna del Pappa
The Tour of Italy Friday Event on May 2nd at the Inn at Thorn Hill will start its wine weekend with a strolling feast of Italian foods and sixteen carefully selected Italian Wines. The event starts at 7:00pm in our lounge and costs $75 per person. The menu follows:
Anti Pasti:
Grilled Vegetables to include Asparagus, Gourds, Eggplant, Marinated Tomatoes and Peppers
Sliced Cappicola, Prosciutto, Soppressata, Bresola and Mortadella
Fresh Mozzarella, Smoked Mozzarella and Marinated Mozzarella
Grilled Breads, Olives and Dried Fruit
Meats and Seafood:
Braised Lamb with Stone Ground Polenta
Risotto alla Piedmontese
Fettuccine with Cheeses and Flavored Oils
Grilled seafood to include Sardinian Prawns, Scallops, Octopus, Sardines, Bronzini and Swordfish
Braised Breast of Veal with Risi e Bisi and Caponata
Desserts:
A full range of sweets
Come and join us for fun, food and wine and look for our Saturday night wine dinner menu to follow. Call us at 1-800-289-8990 or email us stay@innatthornhill.com
After this winter’s record snowfall, Tuckerman’s Ravine will have fabulous spring and possibly early summer skiing for those who take the time and effort to hiking in and then up the head wall. Hardy skiers have been skiing Tuckerman’s for over sixty years. Spend a day up on Mt. Washington and then come back for a stay at The Inn at Thorn Hill in Jackson.
The Inn is located 10 minutes away and can be reached at 800-289-8990 or visit http://www.innatthornhill.com/.
For Conditions on the skiing go to http://www.tuckermans.org/.
The Inn at Thorn Hill & Spa has been selected as the #3 resort in the Continential United States. The New Hampshire spa and luxury small hotel was selected in Conde Nast Traveler Readers Choice Awards for the third time in four years. The New Hampshire resort is Mt. Washington Valley’s only AAA Four Diamond inn and restaurant.
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