Set on 1800 acres of pristine woodlands and open glades, with sweeping views of New Hampshires spectacular White Mountains, this legendary historic grand resort, built in 1865, was renowned as a landmark White Mountain retreat for presidents, celebrities and socialites. Following a massive 20 million dollar restoration in 2002, the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa has been beautifully returned to its original grandeur and updated with contemporary aesthetics and amenities for todays discerning traveler. Each of the resorts 145 luxurious guestrooms takes advantage of the stunning mountain views and features custom carved mahogany furnishings, high-speed data ports and individual climate controls. Celebrated for its menu of over 60 unique and innovative treatments, the full-service Tower Spa is the only spa in the United States where every treatment room is designed and equipped for dual treatments. The Spa is complemented by a complete fitness center with workout room, contemporary bodywork classes, indoor pool and Jacuzzi-style hot tub. The romantically decorated Maples offers world-class dining while hearty casual fare and be had at The Stagecoach. The Mountain View Grand is one of the Northeasts finest settings for four-season recreation. Summer activities include hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, tennis, croquet, lawn games and swimming in the heated Olympic-size outdoor pool. Fishing, boating, canoeing and climbing can be located nearby. The challenging historic golf course continues its development with plans for a fully redesigned 18 holes. During the winter months, the Activity Center offers a lighted skating rink, snow-tubing with tube rentals, sleigh rides, 28km of groomed cross-country and snow shoeing trails, and snowmobile rentals. With so many recreational and leisure pastimes, the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa is the ideal vacation venue for the whole family to create cherished memories.

Chain: Historic Hotels of America