New England is a remarkably compact region of the country, yet even within those six tightly knit states there's an incredible amount of diversity and variety of terrain, scenery, and atmosphere. Therefore, in planning a vacation getaway, location is usually the first priority, and accommodations are the next, since where you stay provides the flavor and tone that colors your trip, and it will be the hub from which you branch out and explore. In fact, depending on the sort of holiday you have in mind, where you lodge may assume prime importance, because a charming country bed-and-breakfast or village inn can become the destination itself. So for a weekend ramble, a romantic tryst, a family reunion, ski-lodge experience, a spa splurge, business excursion, island escape, bed-and-breakfast retreat, or resort indulgence, what you chiefly need is a guide to lodgings, and that's what Christina Tree and Kimberly Grant provide. They visited and tirelessly researched more than 1,000 accommodations across New England, and from that vast pool selected 350 places to stay that appeal to various tastes, preferences, and budgets. There's the Whalewalk Inn on Cape Cod, a tranquil and romantic retreat on 3.5 acres of an isolated 1830s estate. In Sugar Hill, New Hampshire, is Sunset Hill House--a country inn atop a 1,700-foot ridge in the White Mountains, with full country breakfasts, mountain-range views, fireplaces, a luxurious pool and golf/ski facilities, plus hiking, biking, or horse-drawn sleigh rides, depending on the season. Or there's Quisisana in Center Lovell, Maine, a resort for music lovers with one-, two-, and three-bedroom cottages on one of Maine's deepest lakes. Founded in 1917 as a place where musicians could play together for their own entertainment, the 47-acre compound features more than 70 conservatory students who cook and serve food by day, and perform chamber music, operas, and concert arias by night. Browsing through Best Places to Stay is a pleasure, surpassed only by the actual vacation it may launch. --Stephanie Gold

Best Places to Stay in New England (7th ed)

Kimberly Grant

Mariner Books

In this third edition of her bestselling guidebook, Kim Grant reveals all the top places to go, how to escape bumper-to-bumper traffic on Route 28, and how to make the most of a vacation on the Cape. 60 photos. 18 maps.

Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, & Nantucket: An Explorer's Guide

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Countryman Pr

The authors have traveled throughout Maine to provide discriminating, opinionated recommendations for travelers of all persuasions. 60 photos. 25 maps.

Maine: An Explorer's Guide

Christina Tree

Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket can present a bewildering array of vacation options to visitors and locals alike. In this completely revised and updated fourth edition of the most comprehensive guide to the region, Kim Grant helps travelers cut through the clutter to find lodging, dining, and attractions to suit every taste and budget. She guides readers to nature preserves and bird sanctuaries; bicycle trails and beach paths; historic homes and lighthouses; whale-watching, sailing, and shell-fishing; antiques shops and local artisans; and summer theater, live music, and nightlife. Grant recommends lodgings ranging from family-friendly cottage rentals, to B&amp;Bs, to luxury resorts, and dining options from clam shacks to four-star cuisine. Throughout, special icons highlight places that cater to families, offer special value, are wheelchair-accessible, allow pets, are best for rainy days, and are open year-round. Detailed maps and a quick-reference "What's Where" section make it easy to find your way around and plan the perfect vacation. An independently researched guide; no paid listings. 21 maps make it easy to find your way around the Cape. Kim Grant's photographs are a favorite with readers. 65 black &amp; white photographs, 21 maps, index.

Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket: An Explorer's Guide, Fourth Edition (Explorer's Guides)

Countryman Press

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Books by Kimberly Grant

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Best Places to Stay in New England (7th ed)

Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, & Nantucket: An Explorer's Guide

Maine: An Explorer's Guide

Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket: An Explorer's Guide, Fourth Edition (Explorer's Guides)