It looks like a medieval fortress, but a step inside the stone castle reveals the built-in couches, table trackway, and woodcarvings that all point to the creative genius that was William Gillette. (Curated content from portal.ct.gov)
The Connecticut River Museum currently plays an important role in collecting and protecting manuscripts, books, art and artifacts of regional significance. It also delivers high-quality exhibitions and educational programming to visitors and local residents alike, and each year introduces thousands of school children to the important stories of the River and its people. (Curated content from ctrivermuseum.org)
One of the oldest continuously operated inns in the country, we opened our doors for business in 1776. Although the Inn exudes the charm of days gone by, we are anything but dated. From our sophisticated cuisine, extensive wine offerings, comfortable accommodations, and modern amenities, The Griswold Inn, located in the historic seaport village of Essex, Connecticut, offers the best of times. (Curated content from griswoldinn.com)
Established in 1983, with the present winery building finished in 1988, Chamard Vineyards is among the most beautiful and traditional of New England wineries. (Curated content from www.chamard.com)
Fox Hopyard is 530 acres of rolling hills, dense forest, open pastures, running brooks, ponds, wetlands, rock outcroppings and stone walls. The golf course winds through various areas seamlessly and effortlessly affording a myriad of different looks and feels. Paired with one of the best driving ranges in the state, this masterfully crafted collection of holes is a Championship Golf Course with a history of hosting some of Connecticut’s best golfers. (Curated content from www.foxhopyard.com)
Situated on 200+ acres of breathtaking and scenic Connecticut countryside, Black Birch Golf Club is a 6015-yard, Par-72 18-hole course that provides a fun, yet challenging experience for all golfing and handicap levels with its combination of wooded and open fairway holes. (Curated content from blackbirchgolf.com)