Berkshires and Pioneer Valley welcome romantic vacationers

Are you thinking about getting away? Consider escaping to the Deerfield Inn, an elegant boutique inn set in one of New England’s most charming villages. The 24-room inn with its inviting porch and gardens, welcomes couples with its Romance Package, featuring a bottle of wine, box of handmade chocolates, vase of seasonal flowers and two cozy robes to take home. (You can also order up champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries, among other delights.) Ask about the suite with the gas fireplace Dine near a crackling fireplace in Champney’s restaurant and tavern and plan your day strolling through historic Deerfield or visiting one of the area’s many art and history museums, wineries or breweries. The inn is also central to activities from skiing and snowboarding to hiking and biking.

Just imagine taking a deep breath of fresh mountain air as you stroll beneath a sunlit treeline of burgundy and gold in a quaint Berkshire town, stopping for a fresh, hot coffee and a fresh-from-the-oven baked treat at a quiet cafe. Getaway together to ride horseback or glide over a glistening lake in a canoe or see the world from atop the highest elevation in the state. Pack a picnic of sandwiches on freshly baked bread and a superb bottle of wine, and visit the grounds of one of many historic homes. Sit in front of an outdoor firepit or crackling indoor fireplace while enjoying live music of all kinds. Whether your romance is brand new or years in the making, treat yourself to a stay at a quaint bed and breakfast or spa retreat. The Berkshires has it all!