"A historic, family-owned Victorian resort perched on a lake and surrounded by rugged ridgeline, featuring an award-winning spa, farm-to-table dining, and a broad seasonal roster of outdoor activities—from snowshoeing and ice skating in winter to canoeing and hiking in warmer months." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A storied, castle-like Victorian mountain resort on a private lake that dates to the late 19th century and remains family-oriented with an all-inclusive model: 259 cozy rooms, extensive outdoor recreation (hiking, biking, horseback riding in summer; skiing, snowshoeing, tubing, ice-skating in winter), a massive indoor pool and spa, and included meals and most activities plus a Kids Club—often with special periods where children stay free." - Kathryn Romeyn, Devorah Lev-Tov
"A Victorian castle-style resort that's been owned and operated by the Smiley family since its founding in 1869." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"A historic resort in New York's Hudson Valley offering all-inclusive family-friendly activities throughout the seasons." - Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes Elizabeth Rhodes is a special projects editor at Travel + Leisure, covering everything from luxury hotels to theme parks to must-pack travel products. Originally from South Carolina,
"If you — or your kids — have ever wanted to stay in a castle, this is the property that will make your dreams come true. Founded by the Smiley family in 1869, this iconic Victorian castle property welcomes families to enjoy its farm-to-table cuisine and the 40,000 acres of forest that surround it. Every booking includes three meals a day (plus afternoon tea and cookies and a weekend brunch) and unlimited activities. In the winter, activity highlights include more than 30 miles of cross-country ski trails and ice skating in the open-air pavilion, while the warmer months are all about exploring Mohonk Lake by paddleboard or kayak." - Travel + Leisure Editors