Berkshires and Pioneer Valley welcome romantic vacationers

Your romantic getaway begins at the Ponds at Foxhollow – and you might not want to leave. This scenic, 223-acre resort nestled in the heart of the Berkshires has breathtaking vistas wherever you look, plus 48 units with Jacuzzis, fireplaces and decks overlooking the picturesque pond. Go cross-country skiing, or hiking, or take a canoe for two out on the pond. Relax in the indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub or sauna, or play a little tennis, practice on the putting green or try a little shuffleboard or bocce – all without leaving the property. Or just enjoy some time together reading in the beautiful fireplaced library. The beautiful Berkshires region is known for its many romantic restaurants, walks, and cultural venues.

Check in to the Deerfield Inn and prepare to travel back to a more romantic time. The inn, on a picturesque tree-lined street amid 19th- and 20th-century homes, opened its doors in 1884, and that charm of earlier days is still evident in its antique-appointed rooms and suites (all with chamois robes and comfy reading chairs; the King Suite has a gas-burning fireplace) and romantic dining inside by a fire or on the patio at Champney’s Restaurant & Tavern. The Romance Package includes wine, chocolates, flowers and robes to take home. Or, just add a room enhancement, like champagne, chocolate-covered strawberries or a massage, when you make your reservation. Please visit our website to see current COVID policies.

The Hotel on North has a singular sense of what makes a romantic atmosphere: inviting, individually appointed rooms; impeccable service; great spaces for relaxing; and proximity to countless couples activities. Oh, and the historic building, with its exposed brick, tin ceilings, art gallery and comfy atrium, plays its part, too. Ask about a room with a gas fireplace, or seek out the Library Suite with its panoramic mountain views and claw-foot tub. (And don’t forget to inquire about in-room spa services.) Each of the 45 rooms feature original art, pillowtop mattresses and luxurious linens. Nearby activities range from great skiing, hiking and biking to gardens and museums perfect for strolling, arts venues and fun shopping and dining.

If you have ever wanted to slip back in time, to the luxurious and carefree Gilded Age, you need look no further than the Berkshires and the romantic Blantyre hotel. As you drive up to the estate, on 110 acres of rolling lawns, gardens and meadows, the Main House’s ivy-covered walls and Tudor-style turrets will make you feel like you’ve stepped into a castle. Inside, everywhere you look are period pieces, glittering chandeliers, fabric-covered walls and fireplaces. Whether your room is an elegant suite in the Main House, a loft suite in the charming Carriage House or a separate, secluded cottage, you will feel pampered. Gourmet dining, an exquisite spa and lots of places to just snuggle up and talk, are all part of the Blantyre experience.

There’s a sense of time-traveling, back to a more relaxed era, when you check in to the Red Lion Inn, the historic inn on the picture-postcard Main Street of Stockbridge village. Everything feels romantic, from your sunlit inn room with a canopy bed and luxurious linens to the candlelight-and-chandelier atmosphere of the elegant dining room or the cozy intimacy of a table for two in the rustic tavern. Go for a late afternoon swim in the outdoor heated pool, dine al fresco in a flower-filled courtyard and toast each other with a glass of wine as your rock together on the inn’s welcoming porch. Catch an evening concert at Tanglewood or go gallery hopping or antiquing in the morning.

The allure of the Berkshires in summer is a savory blend of sweet mountain air, migratory birdsong; rare wildflowers found in forests and open fields, and the return of locally grown foods to our tables. Come discover all the romance the Berkshires has in store during the most-welcomed season of all. Whether you simply want to relax by the pool with a good book at one our many quaint New England inns or if you are looking for some rejuvenation time together at one of our many world-class spas (many which offer couples packages). Be sure end your day over a delicious farm fresh meal cooked to perfection by one of our great local chefs. To learn more visit us at berkshires.org or find us on Facebook at Visit the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.