5 US Resorts to Escape to This Winter

We’re coming off a busy summer travel season, and all signs point to a winter travel season that will be just as busy. I know the winter months seem far off, but now is the time to start carving out your plans. Here’s some inspiration to get those creative juices flowing—from warm weather escapes to frosty wonderlands, these resorts will have you packing your bags this winter.

San Ysidro Ranch

Nestled in the Montecito foothills just outside of Santa Barbara, San Ysidro Ranch has provided a tranquil retreat for discriminating travelers for over a century. Guests are drawn to this legendary hideaway for its blend of intense natural beauty, romantic heritage and classic luxury. Thirty-eight individually decorated private cottages and suites wind along San Ysidro's hillside creek- and tree-lined paths. Built in classic bungalow style, most offer fireplaces and patios to enjoy in private.

Located in a 19th-century citrus packing house, on-site restaurant The Stonehouse features a relaxing lounge with full bar service and a separate dining room with crackling fireplace and creekside views. Weather permitting, dine under the stars on the ocean view deck—a wood-burning fireplace and heated stone flooring provide year-round comfort. Chef Matthew Johnson's regional cuisine is prepared with a palate of herbs and vegetables harvested from the on-site chef's garden.

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Deep in the densely timbered terrain of Montana’s 37,000-acre Paws Up Ranch, the green o is a sophisticated, adults-only hideaway dedicated to all things nature. Stay in one of the 12 secluded Haus sanctuaries nestled among the trees. These tree houses are far from child’s play!

Savor seasonal ingredients like brioche French toast with huckleberry compote or dry-aged bison rib-eye cooked over an open flame. Or saunter over to Spa Town®, a collection of tents that serve as treatment rooms where you can enjoy couples’ massages, mud wraps, and yoga classes. Ride horseback through peaceful meadows, go on a guided fly-fishing excursion, or bomb down technical mountain bike trails – just a few of the quintessential Montana activities available here. These

Headlands Lodge

Escape to this special spot on the northern coast Oregon and discover a place where adventure and blissful solitude lure ocean lovers. There is so much to explore along the Oregon Coast, so meeting with one of the Lodge’s adventure coaches can help you decide how to choose the personalized activities you’re most excited about, such as a morning clamming excursion or moonlight dune hike. Or you can always make relaxation your priority and schedule a restorative treatment or a private yoga class at Tidepools Spa & Wellness.

Savor seasonal cuisine at Meridian Restaurant & Bar where sky-high windows allow you to marvel at the famous winter storms while keeping you warm and cozy with a warming cocktail. Or, tuck into a bottle of Oregon wine in front of a fireplace in your spacious guest room, or watch the tide ebb and flow from the privacy of your oceanfront balcony.

Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North

There is a reason why snowbirds have been flocking to Phoenix and neighboring Scottsdale for ages. It’s an absolute delight in the wintertime. That means there is no shortage of amazing hotels & resorts to choose from. The Four Seasons, however, stands out in the crowd.

Tucked into the cooling foothills of Pinnacle Peak, the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North combines scenic beauty, design, a multitude of recreational amenities and the Four Seasons service you know and love to create an intimate desert experience unmatched in the Southwest. Located adjacent to the renowned golf courses of Troon North, and set on 40 acres of vibrant desert blooms, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale features 210 luxurious guest rooms – most of which are appointed with telescopes for stargazing, private plunge pools, kiva fireplaces and outdoor garden showers. Its spacious casitas and suites open to unparalleled views of the high Sonoran Desert and city below.

Guests can experience the property’s award-winning, full-service Spa and Fitness Center; priority privileges on two of Arizona’s finest golf courses; championship tennis, delicious cuisine in the resort’s three restaurants; nearby hiking, horseback riding and rock climbing; and “Kids for All Seasons,” a complimentary activities program for children. The property features 40 acres of vibrant desert landscaping, including towering saguaro cacti, mesquite trees, creosote bushes, prickly pear cacti and agave. Much of the landscaping was original, from the desert before the property was built. The adobe-style casita buildings are designed to blend in harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Montage Palmetto Bluff

Set amid acres of dense forests beside the South Carolina’s May River, Montage Palmetto Bluff is a hotel inspired by the South’s rich cultural history. From the moment you arrive, you find yourself in awe of the 20,000-acre natural wonderland, where family and tradition are the focus, and every detail completes an authentic experience, from the enchanting marina to the gorgeous walking trails. With 200 accommodations, you decide which type of quarters are best for you, whether it is a guest room, a suite, a cottage, a residence, or a village home.

Let expert concierges plan your ideal itinerary while you relax in a rocking chair, roast a marshmallow for a s’more, and watch the beautiful native birds soar through the picture-perfect country. Sip sweet tea and socialize on the porch with family and new friends; fish for largemouth bass in the freshwater ponds and cook up a fresh lunch; practice your swing on an 18-hole Jack Nicklaus signature golf course; dine privately on an Oyster Roast while overlooking the May River marshes; spot dolphins from the hotel's historic yacht; step into South Carolina’s Lowcountry and explore a vast area teeming with wildlife and an abundance of activities. Designer golf, a premium equestrian center, and Southern hospitality are just the start of why this unique destination continues to secure a list of prestigious awards.

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