Rabbit Hill Inn Gives Back in Troubled Economy

Everyone has been hearing of people giving back in these troubled times. The evening news even has a segment on special things that individuals are doing to assist others with a little happiness in times of need. Now you can add a member of the Distinctive Inns of New England to that list.

Rabbit Hill Inn, are proud members of Distinctive Inns of New England and Select Registry and are located in Lower Waterford, Vermont. They have been involved with the Rabbit Hill for17 years and always have known the value of the dollar and understand the meaning of hard work. They are now reaching out to individuals that have been laid off from their jobs and have developed a “Pink Slip Getaway” package, which is complimentary.

How does the Pink Slip Getaway work? If you have been laid off from your job for six months or more, they ask you to write a letter to the Inn prior to June 1st and tell them about your personal situation and family. They read each and every letter and to date have received an abundance of letters. Each month they choose a special family to come to the Inn for an all inclusive weekend free of charge. Recipients of the package enjoy all of the joys of the Inn, including a dinner, lodging, and more. There will be six packages given away in total, one each month April through July, and again in November and December.

Now that is an Innkeeper giving back!

by Rebecca Levitan, BnBblogger

Pacific Northwest Wine Weekend

The Inn at Thorn Hill's Spring

Wine Weekend with RP Imports

The Inn's annual Spring wine weekend will take place on Friday and Saturday May 1st and 2nd, 2009. It will feaure fantastic wines of Oregon and Washington. It begins with a grand testing of fourteen wines and food stations on Friday evening, a wine class destroying the myths of Pinot Noir on Saturday afternoon given by Ed Mansing and Bob Hill and comclude with the spectacual five course wine dinner on Saturday night. There are a few rooms left for this event and also spaces left for just the wine events. Call us at 1-800-289-8990 or email us at stay@innatthornhill.com for prices and availability.

Saturday Night's Menu

Hors d' Oeuvres

L'Ecole No. 41, Chenin Blanc, Walla Voilla

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Kumomoto Oysters with Cucumber and Olives

Cadaretta, Sauvignon Blanc/Semillion, "SBS"

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Walnut and Parmesan Dusted Pheasant with Fresh Ramps and Morels

WillaKenzie Estate, Pinot Noir

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Charred Lamb Sirloin with Cracked Wheat Cake and Lamb Sausage Dumplings

Coeur D'Alene Cellars, Syrah

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Colombian Dark Chocolate Souffle with Black Olive and Dark Cherry Tapenade

Belle Vallee Cellars, Pinot Noir Port

Distinctive Inns of New England Enhances Innsiders Club Rewards

Distinctive Inns of New England is happy to announce that the Innsiders Club Rewards Program has been enhanced! This is exciting news!! The Rewards Program has been enhanced to assist our loyal guests during this challenging economy. Now you can earn rewards of $100 DINE Dollars after you have stayed at three of the Distinctive Inns during a two year period. DINE Dollars can then be used towards your next two night stay at any of our Distinctive Inns properties throughout New England.

For those Innsiders that visited us and have a brochure that requires four nights stay for $100 DINE Dollars, rest assured. Just bring your rewards brochure with you on your next visit and we will be happy to adjust it so that you will only have to stay at three Inns and receive the reward. Now that was easy.

Why wait to take advantage of this offer? Spring is here, rates are still in the off season, and aren’t you tired of staying at home? We look forward to your visit.

Gateways Inn is Ready for Tanglewood 2009 Season in Lenox, Masschusetts

Gateways Inn is excited about the 69th Tanglewood Season in Lenox, MA. The Tanglewood Music center is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and is the setting for a wide variety of musical performances each year. The season starts on June 26th and is filled with many exciting performances. We feel that there is no better way to spend a summer evening than spreading out a picnic blanket and listening to live music as the sun sets and the stars magically appears in the sky above.

The 2009 season will include performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Other highlights will include James Taylor, Diana Krall, Yo-Yo Ma, Sheryl Krow, and many others! The list far too long to be all inclusive, but I am sure that you are getting the feeling. After an enjoyable evening at Tanglewood, return to the Gateways Inn for a late night dinner and an evening of romance in your luxury accommodations.

We encourage everyone planning to attend Tanglewood to make room and dinner reservations early as we do sell out quickly. Ticket information can be obtained at Inquire about tickets at http://gonewengland.about.com/cs/maartsculture/a/bltangletickets.htm and we look forward to seeing you this summer!

Easter Brunch at the Inn at Thorn Hill

Inn at Thorn Hill's Easter Brunch

Chef John Russ is excited about the Inn's Easter Sunday Brunch. The brunch will be in stations and start at 11:00am until 3:00pm on April 12th, 2009 in Jackson, New Hampshire. The cost of brunch is $28 per person with children under 12 at half price. Children 5 and under will be free. Reservation are necessary and can be made by calling us at 1-800-289-8990 or 383-4242. Reservations can also be made by email at stay@innatthornhill.com

Hope to see you and take a look at our menu.

Smoked Salmon with Accoutrements

Wild and Local Mixed Lettuces

Red Lentil and Bacon Salad

New Potato and Grained Mustard Salad

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Shrimp and Chicken Etoufee

Risen Potato Souffle

Spring Cabbage with Ham

Green Bean Casserole

Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

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French Style Omelet Station to include:

Artisinal Cheeses, Fresh Vegetables, Smoked Pork

and Fresh Seafood

Quiche Lorraine with Hollandaise Sauce

Carving Station with Spring Lamb and Beef Loin

with Accoutrements

Salmon in Puff Pastry

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Pasta Station

with Fresh House Made Pastas

Sausages, Shrimp, Chicken, Vegetables, Dandelions and Sauces

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Dessert Station

Strawberries Jubilee with House Made Doughnuts

Petit Fours, Cremes, Candies, Cakes and Chocolates