Learn about five hotels and inns that combine extraordinary accommodations with acclaimed dining experiences -- all in breathtaking locations across the U.S. Add one of these magical spots to your registry for a post-wedding getaway you'll remember forever.
Dunton Hot Springs, Dolores, CO. This high altitude resort, nestled in the San Juan Mountains of the Colorado Rockies, is set in a former ghost town. Guests dine at a communal table located inside a historic saloon, also the site of a beautiful open kitchen. Meanwhile, a new menu is created daily and uses local and regional ingredients, many from the property's own farm and vineyard.
Jedediah Hawkins Inn, North Fork, NY. Close to top-notch beaches, vineyards, and charming villages, this historic inn is surrounded by 22 acres of gardens and farmland. Guests have easy access to the property's acclaimed farm to table restaurant and a speakeasy that features trap doors and secret passages.
Hotel Healdsburg, Sonoma County, CA. On top of gorgeous grounds, well-appointed rooms, and a luxurious spa, this lovely wine country getaway spot is perhaps best known for its incredible dining options -- Dry Creek Kitchen and Pizzando.
Blackberry Farm, Walland, TN. About 25 minutes from Knoxville and just a few miles from Smoky Mountains National Park, this luxury resort is set on 4,200 bucolic acres complete with a bakery, butchery, creamery, wine cellar, and salumeria. Meals are served in a historic barn venue and focus on seasonal, farm fresh products.
The Inn at Little Washington, Washington, VA. This charming B&B (about 67 miles outside Washington, D.C.) hosts one of America's finest restaurants. From the old-fashioned decor to the inventive and perfectly executed American cuisine by chef Patrick O'Connell, a meal here is truly an experience in itself.
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Photo: Dunton Hot Springs