Welcome to ONE Sothebys International Realtys 2024 Summer Travel Edition of The Scoop. Its the season when Floridians search for places to cool off as well as staycations close to home. Please enjoy our new resort guide for where to head next throughout the U.S., from New England and New York, to the mountains of Wyoming and North Carolina, to an exciting, wellness-focused addition in our own backyard. Have a great trip.
Maine
Experience tranquil, coastal life at The Dunes on The Waterfront in Ogunquit. Renovated cottages with one, two and three bedrooms feature fireplaces and private outdoor areas. Named for Portlands 19th-century, native poet, the 48-room Longfellow Hotel opened in the citys hip West End. Onsite highlights include Astraea spa, Twinflower Caf for jamon tortas, and Five of Clubs for charcuterie and caviar service. dunesonthewaterfront.com | longfellowhotel.com
The Carolinas
Bordering Great Smoky Mountains National Park less than an hour outside Asheville, Cataloochee Ranch relaunched within the Relais & Chteaux portfolio. New owners renovated its 11 cabins, while The Lodges six suites debut early fall. Lowcountry lovers can check into The Dunlin overlooking South Carolinas Kiawah River beginning August 1. The 72-room Auberge Resort offers 2,000 acres to explore, Aster Spa and multiple Southern-themed restaurants. cataloocheeranch.com | aubergeresorts.com
Jackson, Wyoming
Ask the staff how The Rusty Parrot Lodge earned its quirky name, especially considering the western locale. The family-owned property, which reopens in July following a fire, has been enlarged to 40 rooms and suites with European touches, plus the bigger Body Sage Spa. Though guests are a stones throw from Jacksons Town Square, they can dine in at Wild Sage Restaurant & Bar. rustyparrot.com
Upstate New York
Malibus luxe wellness retreat expanded east with The Ranch Hudson Valley. Three- to five-night programs for a maximum of 25 guests incorporate hiking in the surrounding, protected forest, yoga in the historic estates ballroom and vegan menus. Reserve The Chatwal Lodges new treehouses featuring modern mountain design and decks with fire pits. All-inclusive packages include meals and recreational activities like watersports, stargazing, archery and croquet. theranchlife.com | thechatwallodge.com
Newport & Nantucket
Dock at Newport Harbor Island Resorts 22-slip marina, part of the former Gurneys propertys $50-million makeover. Dine on 1639s New England fare, and grab a nightcap in Torpedo Bar & Lounge. Salt Hotels purchased, renovated and expanded a Nantucket inn as The Brant. The communal concept invites guests to play lawn games in the courtyard and mingle around the pool and at The Barns bar. newportharborisland.com | salthotels.com
Staycation
Located on Palm Beach Countys Singer Island, Amrit Ocean Resort means elixir of life in Sanskrit. Its holistic wellness mission carries throughout the seven-acre propertys pillars of fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, relaxation and sleep. The 103,000-square-foot spa spans four floors with amenities such as a 1,200-square-foot hammam, while 155 guestrooms are outfitted for a good nights rest. Lala serves lunch and dinner, with more dining on deck. amritocean.com
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