Romance is a concept as complicated as the couples who define it.
Craving a staycation rendezvous in Boston?
Or a cozy retreat in Woodstock, Vermont?
Portland Head Light in Maine.
Here, find 9 destinations that make for the most romantic getaways in New England.
Stay at theKennebunkport Innor theWhite Barn Inn.
If you’re not an outdoorsy duo, there are plenty of shops and galleries to keep you busy.
The Kennebunk River in Kennebunkport.
Book a guest room at the bed and breakfastYellow House Innor theBar Harbor Innfor accommodations boasting ocean views.
(If this is areallyspecial occasion, The Bayview Hotel offers anelopement package.)
Litchfield County, Connecticut
In 2021,VoguecalledLitchfield County, Connecticutthe perfect weekend getaway.
Wooden storefronts in Bar Harbor, Maine.
Then, theres their breakfast and lunch cafeArethusa al Mano.They offer homemade doughnutscinnamon!
Bantam cream!and a special cookie of the month.
Finally, their ice cream and dairy shop offers gourmet scoops as well as seasonal eggnog.
The Housatonic River Valley in Litchfield County, Connecticut.
Stay at The Newbury, whose rooftop restaurant Contessa is by Mario Carbones Major Food Group.
As for what to do?
Wander the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, which was modeled after a Venetian palazzo.
Acorn Street in Boston, Massachusetts.
Their collection includes Vermeers, Rembrandts, Manets, and Singer Sargents.
Then, buy tickets to a Red Sox game at Fenway Parkthe oldest baseball stadium in America.
Book a stay at 33 Main orLifehousefor an in-town experience, or head toMiravalorCanyon Ranchfor a wellness-focused vacation.
Autumn leaves along a lakeshore near Lenox, Massachusetts.
As for dinner and drinks?Fireflyis a perennial favorite, whereas Apple Tree InnsOstrich Room offers live music.
(If youre sick of seafood, noodle barThe Honey Pawis run by James Beard award-winning restauranteurs.)
Newport, Rhode Island
The holiday season is arguably the most alluring time to visitNewport.
Sunset over the Green Mountains above Woodstock, Vermont.
The city also boasts an array of wineries and breweries for you and your loved one to explore.
For lodging, choose Castle Hill, The Vanderbilt,The Chanlerat Cliff Walk or the recently openedGardiner House.
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Rosecliff Mansion Museum.
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