Ocean House Spring 2021

Spring/ Summer 2021

Indulge in the charms of a waterfront retreat

Seaside Splendor WEDDING PARTY

Aisle Style at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn

HILLTOP LODGE The Preserve Opens Luxury Suites, Café and OH! Spa

PRIVATE DINING

Inn at Hastings Park Caters to Food and Wine Lovers

SUPERIOR SERVICE Behind the Scenes with OHM’s Daniel Hostettler

For those with a vision...

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Watch Hill 12 Bluff Avenue Donna Simmons

Newport $11,800,000 401.439.0268

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115 Narragansett Avenue Kylie McCollough

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Jamestown

Narragansett 180 Boston Neck Road Claudia Philbrick

$10,900,000 401.864.8830

$2,450,000 401.742.2667

256 East Shore Road Nicole Carstensen

$6,995,000 401.633.5968

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Jamestown 147 Beavertail Road Nicole Carstensen

$4,995,000 401.633.5968

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30 Meadow Avenue Robin Knisley & DeeDee Buffum

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South Kingstown 527 Ministerial Road Erin Marsh

$3,500,000 401.315.0808

Stonington, CT $7,950,000 401.225.4106

455 Stonington Road Geb Masterson

mottandchace.com Each office is independently owned and operated.

$3,500,000 714.473.8530

magical forty private acres off newport’s famed ocean drive

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We design custom solutions for the stories of today. Together with us, the space where you live becomes the place you love.

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CONNECTICUT 565 Westport Ave, Norwalk 203.924.8444 WESTCHESTER 16 Saw Mill River Rd, Hawthorne 914.592.1001

The Finest Four-Season Sporting Destination

A Legacy For Your Loved Ones

Home Ownership from only $599k Overnight Stays with Resort Amenities

the beauty of Preserve Sporting Club & Residences goes far beyond the architecture and amenities at the property. What is special about the Preserve, is that it has a sense of place like no other.

From the beginning, our vision was to create the best and most amenity rich lifestyle community in the country. The Preserve is a destination that families can enjoy now, and for future generations.

With more than 3,500 acres, this stunning setting allows families to put technology aside, and establish bonds with their loved ones.

We also have a strong commitment to be good stewards of the land, an important value for us to help instill in our children and grandchildren.

Memories created at a Preserve residence (or second residence) can last beyond a lifetime. Traditions just like buildings themselves can be lovingly created, a wonderful legacy, to be shared and passed down.

Meaningful time together is the greatest gift we can give, and we’re happy to offer the Preserve as the place to make that happen. Whether you join us for a leisure stay, as a member or a homeowner, we thank you for being part of the Preserve family.

87 Kingstown Road, Richmond, Rhode Island 02898

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855.691.6364

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A NEW EYE ON REAL ESTATE

JONATHAN SHOCKLEY

After spending the past 14 years between New York City and Westport, CT, Jonathan has returned home to Southeastern CT to pursue his true passion of real estate and invest in the community working with Switz Real Estate Associates. A lifelong resident of Mystic, CT, Jonathan has a strong connection to the local surroundings and an innate understanding of what makes the waterfront communities in the area so special. With a background in interior design and architecture, he has a keen eye to help buyers and sellers realize their real estate visions. From staging property, photography direction, and visual media and design, he helps his clients to best represent their property and create a bespoke buying and selling experience. Jonathan specializes in southeastern CT, focusing on Mystic and Stonington, and the surrounding coastal communities in CT & RI. He connects with clients from “city-to-coast” and looks forward to working with new perspective clients.

Contact Jonathan today to set up a consultation and discuss your real estate needs.

P: 860.917.6016 - Email: Jonathan@switzre.com - www.jonathanshockleyre.com F E AT U R E D P R O P E R T Y

Mumford Cove, Groton, CT Private waterfront home with direct beach access

Custom-built home with mahagony woodwork and imported Italian stone thorughout. Direct views of Fisher’s Island Sound and Bluff Point. Private association beach, dock, tennis courts, playground and picnic area.

Only 2.5 hours from NYC and Boston.

Offered at $2,350,000 Contact: Jonathan Shockley

MUMFORD COVE, GROTON, CT

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Downtown Mystic, CT

14 well-appointed condominiums and 6 commercial spaces.

Mystic’s newest luxury building. Private parking garage, single floor living, elevator access, private roof deck with panoremic views of historic Mystic and the Mystic River, and steps away from restaurants, boutiques, and marinas. Scheduled completion for May 2021. Contact for a private showing.

Priced from $495,000 to $1,500,000 Contact: Jonathan Shockley

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Stonington Village, CT Stunning historic waterfront property

Thoroughly renovated with high-end finishes throughout. Views from almost every room looking over Stonington Harbor. Large outdoor decks and backyard with a private dock. Walk to restaurants, boutiques, yacht clubs, tennis and paddle courts, & Dubois beach. Ample offstreet parking. Only 2.5 hours from NYC and Boston.

Offered at $2,950,000 Contact: Thomas Switz

9 Masons Island Road, Mystic, CT 06355 860.572.9501 Broker License # REB.0757584

Capt. Jack’s 2 Hr Historical Lighthouse, Mansion & Wildlife Tours (Optional 3 Hrs with Lunch at Lobster Shack)

Romantic Champagne Sunset Cruises 1/2 & Full Day Excursions to the Hamptons, Newport, Block Island, Navy Sub Base, Coast Guard Academy, Revolutionary War Forts or Mystic Seaport Museum

Locally owned and operated For reservations call, text, or book online.

Capt. Jack - 860.227.2339 www.sail-trim-again.com

Sail Trim Again Capt. Jack’s 2 Hr, 1/2 & Full Day Sails Sailing Instruction Romantic Champagne Sunset Cruises

Locally owned and operated For reservations call, text, or book online.

Capt. Jack - 860.227.2339 www.sail-trim-again.com

SPRING/SUMMER 2021

CONTENTS

Ocean House • Weekapaug Inn • Watch Hill Inn • Preserve Sporting Club & Residences • Inn at Hastings Park 20 Welcome Letter 26 Social Network

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Review some memorable moments and festive events from the past season.

From riding a cocktail blender bike to grilling oysters, guests can try out interactive cuisine. b y E l i z a b e t h Ke y s e r

Discover OHM insiders' top picks in Westerly, South County and beyond.

by Elizabeth Hole

78 Women of Watch Hill

34 Treasure Hunt

Captain Jack features the trailblazing female artists behind Village Park.

by Captain Jack Spratt

Shop for one-of-a-kind finds in our resort boutiques.

36 Journeys

80 Savor Your Stay

Explore three exceptional Relais & Châteaux destinations in North America. b y Ki m Ka v i n

From greenhouse dining to scotch and cigar lounges, get the latest resort news.

OHM eatery and VIP Lounge give Westerly Airport a first-class upgrade.

by Elizabeth Hole

74 Adventures in Dining

29 Insider

44 New Developments

72 Taking Flight

Inn at Hastings Park offers private dining, cooking lessons, weekly menus and wine pairings. b y E l i z a b e t h Ke y s e r

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47 Road Trips

Take the wheel via Ocean House and Mercedes-Benz driving program.

by Owen McDonald

84 Hilltop Lodge Opens

Preserve Sporting Club & Residences debut luxury lodge with OH! Spa and café. b y Ki m Ka v i n

88 Wedding Party

Two couples reimagine their Big Day with spectacular celebrations..

by Jamie Marshall

55 Local Guide

Take in some culture, get lost in history or savor the local cuisine.

by Elizabeth Hole

92 The Spring & Summer Annual

Make the most of your visit with our full calendar of offerings and events.

68 Behind the Scenes Meet Daniel Hostettler, the leader behind five-star service at OHM properties.

by Judy Ostrow

104 End Quote Top Row Ocean House: OHM's Daniel Hostettler meets with property general managers. Inn at Hastings Park: Whispering Angel Culinary Garden returns for the season. Bottom Row Weekapaug Inn: New menu from Pondhouse Preserve Sporting Club & Residences: Chairman Paul Mihailides with Andy Berman and children, and the Todd kids

OCEAN HOUSE & WEEKAPAUG INN cover photography by CHIP RIEGEL

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PRESERVE SPORTING CLUB & RESIDENCES cover photography by KIEL JAMES PATRICK

WELCOME

photography by CHIP RIEGEL

Season of Emergence Gearing up for the summer, we are excited to share new offerings and experiences

Daniel Hostettler and wife Katie, joined by children Anna-Katrina and William in the Ocean House lobby.

Dear Friends, I hope that you and yours have stayed safe this past winter. I am optimistic about the upcoming season of emergence—on many fronts—providing the most unforgettable summer yet on the New England coast. Gearing up for summer is one of the most exciting times of year for me, and our five-star teams have a lot planned for you.

In the pages that follow we explore many experiences, including imaginative new dining at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn. Guests have been applauding the physically distanced and private dining options at all of our properties, and we’re pleased to unveil new menus and concepts at some of our most popular venues—from the Pondhouse at Weekapaug Inn to brand new concepts like The Sipping Terrace at Ocean House, an afternoon tea, cocktails and dinner offering with partner Sipsmith Gin. Beyond the coast, we take a closer look at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences in Richmond, Rhode Island and Inn at Hastings Park in Lexington, Massachusetts. In a profile about Preserve—where 3,500 acres of outdoor adventure await—take a peek at first-class lodging experiences that suit a variety of traveler’s needs. Luxury suites in the new Hilltop Lodge will soon join the other exceptional and versatile accommodations that make Preserve the perfect escape for adventurous guests and families of all sizes.

At Inn at Hastings Park—the charming Relais & Châteaux property just minutes from Boston—we explore the abundance of new culinary experiences they’ve been cooking up for you. Inn owner Trisha Pérez Kennealy and her team spent the winter launching everything from a new weekly menu concept in the acclaimed Town Meeting Bistro to immersive culinary weekends. And the summer season means the return of the Whispering Angel Culinary Garden.

Lastly, we’re hopeful that sooner rather than later we can return to the larger celebrations and gatherings that are among the most cherished traditions at each of our properties, weddings being chief among them. In the meantime, we share two couples’ stories of their intimate nuptials that captured the grandness and magic of a wedding at Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn. Enjoy all of this and more in the latest edition of our magazine, and we look forward to welcoming you as a guest in the season ahead.

principals

Ocean House Hotel Partners

president + group managing director Daniel A. Hostettler

group publisher/sales director Karen Kelly-Micka

editorial director Sara Geen Hill

executive editor Ben Tomek

editor

Elizabeth Hole

senior art director Garvin Burke

production director Tim Carr

assistant art director Taylor Stroili

contributing writers Kim Kavin Elizabeth Keyser Jamie Marshall Owen McDonald Judy Ostrow

contributing photographers

Nick Brown, Justine Chang, Tom Curry, Julia D’Agostino, Chip Riegel, Andy Ryan, Reinhard Sokol

Yours in hospitality, president

Jonathan W. Moffly

chief revenue officer Andrew Amill

vice president/business Elena V. Moffly

Daniel A. Hostettler President & Group Managing Director, Ocean House Management Collection and President, Relais & Châteaux North America— United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean To book reservations for our properties: OCEAN HOUSE: 855-678-0364; oceanhouseri.com; 1 Bluff Avenue, Watch Hill, RI 02891 WEEKAPAUG INN: 855-679-2995, weekapauginn.com; 25 Spray Rock Road, Westerly, RI 02891 INN AT HASTINGS PARK: 781-301-6660; innathastingspark.com; 2027 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02421 PRESERVE SPORTING CLUB & RESIDENCES: 844-451-5913; preservesportingclub.com; 87 Kingstown Road, Richmond, RI 02898

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group publisher/sales director Karen Kelly-Micka

© 2021 Ocean House, Weekapaug Inn and Preserve Sporting Club & Residences magazines are published

by Moffly Custom Media. all rights reserved. The material in this publication may not be reproduced in any manner, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Moffly Custom Media. Editorial suggestions may be forwarded to the publisher, who assumes no liability for the safety or return of unsolicited art, photographs or manuscripts. To renew or change your address, please email us at communications@oceanhouseri.com moffly custom media 205 Main Street, Westport, CT 06880 telephone: 203-222-0600 fax: 203-222-0937 email: mail@MofflyCustomMedia.com

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Molekule Air Purifiers Become Essential Amenities Guests can relax knowing Molekule is in every Ocean House room and common space

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nhale. Exhale. Take some deep cleansing breaths and indulge in the relaxing experience of your coastal getaway. You can do it wherever you are at the Ocean House and feel good about it.

That’s because the air guests are breathing inside rivals what they experience outside along the Watch Hill coastline. Maybe cleaner!

Since last spring Ocean House’s guest rooms, suites, cottages and common areas have been appointed with state-of-the-art air purifiers

by Molekule. The family-founded, San Francisco-based company has transformed years of scientific research—and a collective passion for creating cleaner indoor environments—into next generation technology that doesn’t just collect and trap airborne irritants and pathogens. It destroys them.

“In the past year, we’ve all had important lessons on how essential it is to be breathing clean air in the spaces we inhabit,” says Jaya Rao, Cofounder and CEO of Molekule.

“The need for cleaner air is imperative now, which is why what we’re doing at Molekule is so critical and timely.

We’ve created systems that catch bad things in the air.”

For Rao and the Molekule team, a shared dedication to creating reimagined indoor air purification systems is deeply personal.

The spark behind Molekule began more than 25 years ago with Rao’s father, solar energy researcher Dr. Yogi Goswami. His work at the University of Florida and the University of South Florida led to the patented PECO (Photo Electrochemical Oxidation) technology that is the genius behind Molekule’s sleek, whisper-quiet systems.

“He always had a passion for the environment and began with work trying to clean up contaminated jet fuel from groundwater,” explains Rao. “And as he did this work, he figured he could use some of the same technology to clean the air above the ground.”

Rao laughs as she shares that she and her brother, Dilip Goswami, (now Molekule’s President and Chief Technology Officer) were guinea pigs for her father's prototypes. Rao admits she was a skeptic initially, but her brother believed he could feel a difference in the air. Their father’s research continued. Three years ago, Molekule launched its reimagined air purification systems in a range of sizes for commercial and residential spaces.

Rao and her brother, Stanford-trained engineers, were company cofounders.

“We’re very proud that the technology we use at Molekule is my father’s invention,” Rao says.

What sets Molekule apart from rivals is that they typically rely on HEPA-type filters, designed

to merely trap bad air particles, Rao explains. Molekule’s PECO technology works to eradicate pathogens such as VOCs, mold, viruses, gaseous cleaning chemicals and other environmental toxins, rather than simply sucking them into a filter.

Its filters are coated in a proprietary catalyst that, when activated by light, creates a reaction on the surface of the filter that breaks pollutants at the molecular level. In its systems, LED light is the catalyst that stealthily recognizes pathogens and obliterates them. Molekule’s technology has been tested in numerous thirdparty laboratories to demonstrate its effectiveness in capturing and destroying viruses.

“I have a vivid way of explaining how it works. Imagine air pollutants as a bunch of zombies,” Rao says.

“Instead of just capturing them and trapping them where they stay in that room, we make the zombies go poof.”

Besides restaurants, nail salons and luxe destinations such as Ocean House, an increasing number of residential customers are using Molekule for the peace of mind that comes from having cleaner air.

“For many people, what’s going on with the air indoors is a really big threat, but you can’t always pop open a window to get fresh air,” says Rao. “That’s why our partners like Ocean House have Molekule.”

Readers of OHM resort magazines can receive a ten percent discount on Molekule’s air purification systems by using the code OceanHouse. For details on how Ocean House is keeping guests safe with special protocols, visit oceanhouseri.com.

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Ocean House equips rooms (center) with Molekule air purifiers. The devices are also used in homes.

left Molekule's sleek design blends with any décor. right Ocean House has Molekule units in each guest room and common area.

The Air Mini is ideal for small spaces, while Molekule Air covers up to 600 square feet.

The new Air Pro is rated for up to 1,000 square feet. far right Molekule inventor Dr. Yogi Goswami (center) works with son Dilip Goswami, President and Chief Technology Officer, and daughter Jaya Rao, Cofounder and CEO.

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OHM COLLECTION PROPERTIES host spectacular events and seasonal celebrations

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Memorable moments and festive events from the past season

Weekapaug Inn

An elegant table by the Pavilion’s grand fireplace is set to ring in the New Year.

Ocean House

Ocean House is picture-perfect covered in snow.

Preserve Sporting Club & Residences During the holidays, the welcoming main lodge is all aglow.

Weekapaug Inn

The Inn’s Boulevardier cocktail is even more enjoyable by a cozy fire.

Ocean House

In the lobby, Rankin/Bass’ movie The Year Without a Santa Claus plays for guests.

Preserve Sporting Club & Residences Two Maker’s Mark Hobbit Houses offer private dining for up to eight guests.

Weekapaug Inn

Guests take part in a holiday centerpiece workshop at the Pavilion.

Ocean House

Ocean House General Manager Antonia Korosec (right) and Executive Pastry Chef Donna Yuen (left), with a winner of the annual Gingerbread Village Competition, Natalie Gray of Westerly High School.

Preserve Sporting Club & Residences

The property is New England’s top pheasant hunting destination.

For the latest offerings and upcoming seasonal events, follow us on Instagram and Facebook: @oceanhouseri, @weekapauginn and @preservesportingclub.

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by ELIZABETH HOLE

portraits by CHIP RIEGEL maps by BOB CALLAHAN

INSIDER

LOCAL FAVORITES

For a small state, Rhode Island has an abundance of places to eat, shop and see. Discover some top picks in Westerly, South County and beyond.

M y W E ST E RLY. . .

Phillip Huber

Director of Food & Beverage at Weekapaug Inn

For Phillip Huber, Westerly is not just home, but “one of the most scenic locations on the East Coast.” Responsible for all aspects of dining at Weekapaug Inn, Huber serves as Director of Food and Beverage. In addition to overseeing the Inn’s seven dining options, Huber’s goal is to provide a “wonderful variety of experiences” for guests and to help them make “amazing memories.” Here's a look at his recommendations in Westerly...

POINTS of INTEREST A Noodle Revolution

87 Oak Street, Westerly, RI

B Olympia Tea Room

74 Bay Street, Westerly, RI

C The Cooked Goose

92 Watch Hill Road, Westerly, RI

D Wilcox Park

44 Broad Street, Westerly, RI

E Champlin Glacier Park 5 Kettle Close, Westerly, RI

F Napatree

Fort Road, Westerly, RI

G Savoy Bookshop & Café

10 Canal Street, Westerly, RI

H Rhode Island Surf Company 12A High Street, Westerly, RI

I Watch Hill Outfitters 157 Main St, Westerly, RI

W h e r e t o E AT Food at A Noodle Revolution is authentic, fresh and consistently innovative. I also recommend B Olympia Tea Room. The restaurant is nostalgic, vibrant and scenic.

For creative and friendly ambience, you can’t go wrong with C The Cooked Goose.

Noodle Revolution

Savoy Bookshop G & Café

Rhode Island Surf H Company

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Wilcox Park

I Watch Hill Outfitters

What to SEE Bring a book and spend the day at D Wilcox Park.

For amazing views and varied terrain, head to E Champlin Glacier Park.

I love the unspoiled, relaxing nature of F Napatree.

It's also good for exercising and sunbathing.

Watch Hill Outfitters

Champlin E Glacier Park

Where to SHOP G Savoy Bookshop & Café has an eclectic selection of books and gifts, plus great pastries!

I rely on H Rhode Island Surf Company for insider tips and I Watch Hill Outfitters for world-class fishing gear and kayaks.

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Director of Culinary Education & Food Forager at Ocean House Kat Caine considers herself a “Jane-ofall-trades.” As Director of Culinary Education and Food Forager, she teaches private culinary classes to guests and locals alike. You can find her at the farm curating fresh and organic produce for the Ocean House restaurants. A Rhode Island native, Kat grew up in North Kingstown, where she cherished “summer rituals in the sun, returning home sandy, sun-kissed and surely exhausted.”

These are Kat's go-to spots...

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The Purple Cow

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W h e r e t o E AT A Matunuck Oyster Bar—a fantastic spot for fine seafood and views. Located in Matunuck, the oyster bar is only 25 minutes from Watch Hill. B East Side Pockets, a Middle Eastern shop in Providence. As a young culinarian working on Thayer Street, I would go there for delicious falafel, gyro and pita. C Gracie’s is another Providence restaurant where my husband worked through college. I’ll never visit without ordering the foie gras, as it’s always cooked perfectly. I love to sit at their bar and chat over fine wine and food.

POINTS of INTEREST

What to SEE My first stop with out-of-town friends is D Narragansett Beach. We typically walk to the end of the beach and swim to the sandbar at Narrow River, or we kayak in these calmer waters. I love to visit E Roger Williams Park in Providence, especially the Japanese Gardens. Our final stop is usually F Fort Wetherill in Jamestown, where you can explore army barracks from the First and Second World Wars, along with marveling at Newport Harbor views and the East passage of Narragansett Bay.

A Matunuck Oyster Bar 629 Succotash Road, South Kingstown, RI B East Side Pockets 278 Thayer Street, Providence, RI C Gracie’s 194 Washington Street, Providence, RI D Narragansett Beach 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI E Roger Williams Park 1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI F Fort Wetherill 3 Fort Wetherill Road, Jamestown, RI G Wickford Village 1 Main Street, North Kingstown, RI H The Purple Cow 205 Main Street, Wakefield, RI I Venda Ravioli 275 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI

Where to SHOP G Wickford Village is full of quaint, unique shops with products from local artisans.

I love H The Purple Cow in Wakefield, which carries unusual gifts and treasures.

I also recommend I Venda Ravioli, as I must admit most of my shopping revolves around food. Venda is an Italian specialty store on Federal Hill in Providence.

It’s brimming with Mediterranean delights like freshly sliced prosciutto and salty marcona almonds as well as homemade pasta, olives and so much more. I could spend hours there!

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M y SOU T H CO UNTY...

Phil Santomaro

The Old Canteen

General Manager at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences According to Phil Santomaro, he works at “one of the most unique clubs on the planet.” A 25-year veteran of the private club industry, Santomaro is General Manager of Preserve Sporting Club & Residences. He strives to offer a high level of service, while “making members feel at home.”

Born and raised in the Ocean State, Santomaro loves working locally so he can spend time at his favorite South County haunts.

W h e r e t o E AT A Pasquale’s in Wakefield.

My family owns and operates a pizzeria north of Naples, Italy.

Pasquale’s is the closest I have found to the magic of Ai Seponi in Piedimonte Matese!

I am partial to B Coast Guard House, as my wife and I were married there 21 years ago.

It was our goal venue when we were just kids, and it’s so special to celebrate dinners there with our children Talia and Nico. As a lifelong Rhode Islander, my favorite restaurant in the state is C The Old Canteen in Providence.

What to SEE The D Audrain Auto Museum in Newport is a great place to visit, unwind, see super rare automobiles and spend time with my son Nico, who is also an avid admirer of fast cars.

E Newport Polo has been a tradition in our household to spend time together and to appreciate the culture of the sport itself and the international rival teams. I also love F Narragansett Beach.

Although I don’t get there often enough, it still holds up as my favorite spot in New England.

POINTS of INTEREST A Pasquale’s 59 South County Commons Way, Wakefield, RI B Coast Guard House 40 Ocean Road, Narragansett, RI C The Old Canteen 120 Atwells Avenue, Providence, RI

D Audrain Auto Museum 222 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI

Where to SHOP As a trained and educated chef, my first spot is G Neapolis, the original Pasquale’s pizzeria in Wakefield. They have so many wonderful treats from Italy that are hard to find anywhere else in New England. Non culinary-related, my favorite shop is here at the Preserve.

H The Preserve Sporting Shoppe has a vast selection, the prices are incredible and the service is tremendous. The Preserve range is my “happy place” and I’m so grateful I can share it with family and friends.

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E Newport Polo 250 Linden Lane, Portsmouth, RI

F Narragansett Beach 39 Boston Neck Road, Narragansett, RI

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Narragansett Beach Coast Guard House

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TREASURE HUNT

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Signature Robe

Bisous Sunglasses

Ideal for lounging, wrap yourself in an Ocean House robe, $125.

OH Butter Bell

A modern and elegant version of the centuries old French "beurrier," $25.

High-quality with a timeless aesthetic, including The Hannah in piano black and gold, $150.

Vibrant Image

Blaser 10x42 Primus Binoculars at The Preserve Sporting Shoppe, $2,289.

Ocean House Eco Lux Throw

Soft and cozy, made of luxurious sustainable textiles, $196.

Resort Style But First Coffee! (or chowder) Ceramic Weekapaug Inn logo mug with natural color background and black speckled motif, $20.

COAST Oyster Plates

Sporting Life

Your own designer tiny home at The Preserve.

Cozy Cabins starting at $599K.

Gift Card

OHM Collection gift cards available at the denomination of your choice.

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Wolfard Oil Lamp

Hand-blown from borosilicate glass, celebrated for its design and functionality.

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For an exceptional getaway, consider these North American destinations.

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Post Hotel & Spa

The Post Hotel & Spa was built during the World War II era by a crew of just 10 men. It has since had several owners who expanded the property, with the current owners taking the reins in the late 1970s. They added fine dining and Europeantrained chefs, and grew the wine program.

By the mid1980s, the restaurant was so popular they decided to expand and upgrade the hotel too.

Today, the Post’s wine cellar is among the most impressive in Canada, with a collection of more than 25,000 bottles.

In 2020, the hotel was yet again a recipient of the Wine Spectator Grand Award, the brand’s highest honor for the top level of wine service—an award the property has won every year since 2002. Guests eager to taste some noteworthy bottles with finely paired cuisine should try the Wine Maker’s Dinner Series, with each meal limited to 30 guests.

For serious foodies, a new offering called the Gourmet Package is scheduled to begin in June. Chef Hans Sauter

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is preparing a six-course menu paired with wines from the cellar. The package also includes two nights in a deluxe room with a king bed and fireplace, breakfast each morning, and a welcome wine and fruit basket.

Working off those calories should be fun and easy, with activities that include biking, rock climbing, fishing, horseback riding, whitewater rafting and golf.

Banff National Park has almost 1,000 miles of trails to explore, and there are four noted golf courses nearby. The renowned Banff Springs offers a par-71 course with 18 holes and stunning mountain views.

And when it’s time to relax, the hotel’s Temple Mountain Spa offers a range of massages, body therapies, facials, and nail and waxing services. The Temple Mountain Escape package is a top-level treat. It combines a body scrub, followed by a Thai stem massage that includes yoga-style stretches, heated herbal stem and deep-tissue massage, all in a surrounding aroma of soothing lemongrass.

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Lake Louise is a place and a body of water.

Both the hamlet and the lake are within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada.

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The turquoise color of Lake Louise comes from rock flour—silt-sized rock particles—that flows in from glacier meltwater.

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Post Hotel & Spa’s wine list is 65 pages long. It includes over 60 types and vintages of Champagne.

Left: European-inspired cuisine Top: Hiking in Lake Louise Center: Many deluxe rooms and all suites have fireplaces.

Bottom: Guests can use the hotel’s hybrid bikes.

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The resort was originally built in 1942, but because of the war and other reasons, it wasn’t able to open until 1948.

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Yes, there was a building on the property leased to the post office. That’s one reason for the Post Hotel & Spa’s name.

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L’Auberge Carmel, which goes back to 1929, was originally known as Sundial Court Apartments— the city’s first apartment building.

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Carmel-by-the-Sea is home to numerous historic buildings including the Tuck Box, a restaurant that began in 1927.

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L’Auberge Carmel underwent multiple renovations in the early 2000s, including a million-dollar remodel in 2012.

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Carmel Beach is a few blocks from the hotel.

The beach is known as a favorite spot of surfers and off-leash dogs.

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CALIFORNIA L’Auberge Carmel

At Aubergine, the awardwinning restaurant of L’Auberge Carmel, the eightcourse tasting menu changes every day. Executive Chef Justin Cogley and Pastry Chef Yulanda Santos work with the season’s best ingredients, and with the property’s 2,500bottle wine cellar, which has a special focus on bottlings from Monterey County and France. Expect the menu to include dishes made with interesting combinations that elevate the palate and surprise the senses, such as an artichoke tart with white anchovy, honeycomb and mint, or a strawberry cremeaux with pistachios and olive oil cake.

The restaurant, like the rest of the property, combines modern excellence with classic touches.

L’Auberge Carmel has a décor that features original coved plaster walls and antique doorknobs, but also flatscreen televisions and Wi-Fi. Bathrooms combine antique travertine tiles with radiant floor heating. The sinks are hand-hammered copper, while the custom bath products are contemporary.

Helga Horner, most recently in the news for interior design on 2626 Larkin—one of San Francisco’s most renowned townhouses at an asking price of $25 million—chose the

open-canopied and tufted beds, antiques and custom fabrics found throughout L’Auberge Carmel’s guest rooms.

And everything that L’Auberge Carmel offers is in the heart of Carmel-bythe-Sea, a city that in and of itself combines classic architecture and the feeling of a quaint village with modernday pursuits such as surfing and scuba diving. Shops here are as unique as they come, such as Viau’s Antique Jewelry and the Carmel Pipe Shop. Restaurants in Carmel, too, are far from the ordinary. One example is Le Soufflé, with just six tables, fine dining, French wines and, of course, various types of soufflés for dessert.

(A bite of the Grand Marnier soufflé, perhaps?)

L’Auberge Carmel helps guests make the most of all the city encompasses through offers such as the Wine Tasting Package, with a selfguided walking tour of 10 tasting rooms near the hotel; and the Hang Ten Package, which includes a surfing instructor and lessons. There are on-site packages such as A Grand Day with the Chef, which brings hotel guests behind the scenes with Cogley to learn practical and professional culinary tips, ending with a dinner based on the menu they’ve helped prepare.

Above: Classic architecture blends with modern touches.

Right: Aubergine offers awardwinning cuisine.

Left: The Tasting Menu changes daily.

Above: Nearby trails come with water views.

Left: One of 20 elegant guest rooms.

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renowned and unique sites including West Point and the Historic Harness Racing Museum and Hall of Fame.

The countryside in this part of New York State presents numerous opportunities for antique shopping, exploring quaint towns and touring farmers’ markets.

On the Glenmere property, guests can enjoy an outdoor heated swimming pool, fitness center, tennis, bocce ball, croquet and more—the latter, much as guests during Goelet’s era did. The modern on-site spa is home to a marble bath house/ hammam, and there are golf courses, outlet stores and more a few miles away.

When the day’s activities are done, dining is a multifaceted gourmet experience.

In addition to the Supper Room, Glenmere has the China Room, where parties as large as 32 people can enjoy custom menus while surrounded by a collection of fine porcelain and silverware.

The Frogs End tavern has a full bar service, light fare and a seasonal fireplace near cozy chairs for playing chess or reading a book. Outdoor dining is in the Cortile, which has a marble staircase under the stars. It is an ideal location for custom wine tastings with Glenmere’s sommelier.

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Brotherhood Winery, which dates back to 1839, is within touring distance of Glenmere Mansion. The cellars are America’s oldest.

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Storm King Art Center, also nearby, is a 500-acre outdoor museum that focuses on large-scale sculpture and commissions.

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Top: The China Room offers private dining. Above: An opulent retreat, the spa features water therapies. Below: Italian-inspired gardens Bottom: A spacious and elegant Glenmere bedroom. Left: Lobster rolls are a popular menu item.

Glenmere partners with the Volvo Test Drive Program to make a car available for complimentary guest use each day.

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At the local Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, shops include Armani, Brunello Cucinelli, Carolina Herrera and Dolce & Gabbana.

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Harriman State Park is nearby. It’s New York’s second-largest state park, with more than 47,500 acres and 200 miles of hiking trails.

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When real-estate developer Robert Walton Goelet died in 1941, he owned more property than almost anyone else in New York City. He had his choice of where he wanted to spend his time, and starting in 1911, that included Glenmere—a country retreat he commissioned in the style of villas he had seen in Tuscany, Italy. The retreat overlooked Glenmere Lake and thousands of acres of land he owned, and he hired America’s first major female landscape architect, Beatrix Jones Farrand, to design the Glenmere Gardens.

Much of their vision survives more than a century later at Glenmere Mansion, which has been restored with a great deal of attention to preserving original architectural details. Guests can walk through the marblecolumned porticos, up the majestic interior and exterior staircases, and throughout the formal gardens—all 150 acres of them, including the fountains. The Supper Room is filled with antiques and custom, hand-painted eglomise panels that depict the countryside in Tuscany.

An Italianate fireplace sets the mood during the fall and winter months.

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Greenhouse Dining & Cigar Lounge Scotch & Cigar Lounge at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences An exclusive new experience for scotch and cigar aficionados is coming to the Preserve. This summer, when guests explore the sprawling 3,500-acre property, they will find safari tents fashioned as chic lounges. This luxurious new venue is in collaboration with Bowmore Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled on the Isle of Islay in Scotland, and Cohiba cigars, premium handmade cigars blended with the finest tobaccos. The Bowmore tent offers a sweet and savory menu paired with the brand's whiskies, while the Cohiba cigar lounge features a curated cigar collection.

Decorated with plush leather sofas, chairs and Oriental rugs, these high-end tents are meant for lounging, while pairing the finest cuisine with celebrated whisky and luxury cigars.

Above: At the Sipping Terrace, guests dine in private greenhouses that accommodate six.

Sipsmith gin cocktails are served, along with dinner and afternoon tea.

Starting this summer, guests can enjoy three-course dinners or an afternoon tea in their own private greenhouse. Each charming space—adorned with an elegant chandelier and bistro table—accommodates up to six. The Sipping Terrace features Sipsmith gin cocktails served with afternoon tea at 3 p.m. or during dinner, with seatings that start at 5:30 p.m.

The savory menu includes modern tea fare, finished off with scones and the requisite Devonshire cream, lemon curd and preserves.

Dinner is family style, featuring upscale picnic items like whole roasted chicken, salad and more.

Try "special-tea" cocktails like Hibiscus are Red, featuring Sipsmith gin, Hibiscus syrup, flowers and soda; or In the Weeds, which combines gin with house-made tarragon tea, lemon, lime and Yellow Chartreuse.

Afterwards, it’s time to enjoy a digestif by the firepit and take in the view.

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Above: The Preserve has partnered with Bowmore Single Malt Scotch Whisky and Cohiba cigars on a new experiential venue.

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Above: The top-rated Mercedes-AMG C63 Cabriolet is part of a fleet of luxury models available to guests at Ocean House.

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ontrary to popular belief, the Cheshire Cat does not say to Alice, “If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will get you there.” Their banter actually goes as

follows: (Alice) “Would you tell me, please, which way I ought to go from here?”

(Cat) “That depends a good deal on where you want to get to.”

Striking how much the Cheshire Cat sounds like a concierge.

Minus the mischief, the Ocean House guest relations managers are a lot like Lewis Carroll’s creation: they make things more magical.

Also, an Ocean House guest relations manager can put you in the most beautiful Mercedes-Benz during your stay—something

no literary figure can do—and map out a cruise through the wonderland of coastal Rhode Island and Connecticut. No imaginary places are more enchanting.

Picture yourself in a brand new Mercedes-AMG C63 Cabriolet convertible, with its beautifully vintage Panamericana grille, mind-blowingly chic design and digital-first luxury interior. Of the Mercedes-Benz AMG series, Car and Driver said driving one “makes any fool feel like a hero.” With the top down, you can drive like a hero with a carefree attitude.

The resort has a fleet of Mercedes-Benz autos available (don’t get us started on the AMG GT 53 Coupe either) so whatever your fancy, leave it to Ocean House. Now, rev-up your imaginations.

No rabbit holes or looking glasses—just scenic splendor.

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Wonderful Wickford

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Top left: Dave's Coffee in Charlestown Top right: Crab legs and lobster are a specialty at The Nordic. Bottom left: Wickford Village is a preserved colonial village with modern shops and restaurants. Bottom right: Learn glass blowing at The Glass Station.

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3 The Nordic

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2 Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center

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6 The Secret Garden

5193 Old Post Road Charlestown, RI

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Point your Mercedes-Benz convertible north on scenic U.S. 1 toward lovely Charlestown, Rhode Island, wave to our friends at Weekapaug Inn as you pass the vicinity of Quonochontaug Pond and continue past sights like postcard-worthy Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge.

Pretty Charlestown is akin to many people’s idea of Rhode Island, where you’ll find pristine scenes on East Beach and technical marvels like the 2 Frosty Drew Observatory and Science Center. By all means swing by 3 The Nordic for crab legs. Okay, definitely get the crab legs.

If you’re artistically inclined, consider a stop at 4 The Glass Station in Wakefield— about 15 minutes away. One of the owners is Eben Horton, an Artisan in Residence at Ocean House, who teaches glass blowing at his studio.

Narragansett will be to the east as you glide along verdant Route 1 and finally arrive in 5 Wickford Village. Easy to see why they put it here back in the 17th century. Wickford Harbor is a postcard of a place, strollable, shoppable and a visual feast. You’ll want to stay, but it’ll be time for Veuve Clicquot champagne in 6 The Secret Garden back at Ocean House.

178 Nordic Trail Charlestown, RI

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cean House road-trippers have a custom: stopping to see the local caffeine wizards at 1 Dave’s Coffee for a jolt, then hitting the open road refreshed.

One popular and picturesque drive is to historic Wickford Village, Rhode Island.

Nothing’s very far in RI—the State is roughly 37 miles wide and 48 miles long—yet nature blessed it with about 400 miles of shimmering coastline that’s the envy of the world in spring and summer.

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Charming Chester

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the tiny town of Chester. You’re touring wide open highways through thick woodlands one minute, then a turn or two finds you in Chester.

For a place that’s literally a three-minute walk from one end of Main Street to the other, it’s so easy to while the day away in this peaceful spot.

Clear streams, old growth trees and the cutest shops imaginable line 1 Main Street and Water Street in Chester. Whether you snack on local goodness at 2 Grano Arso or the incredible Tom Yum soup at 3 Thai Riverside, we urge you to try “squirrel chasing.” You read correctly.

Although the squirrels you chase are icons marking sites on a walking tour, town historians point out that a large population of gray squirrels once inhabited Chester.

The western route starts at 4 The Stone Building on Water Street.

According to organizers: 5 “Chasing Squirrels is a COVID-born project built to encourage exploration of our surroundings within a hyper-localized setting. Chester has an exquisite landscape, rich in artistic, culinary, architectural and industrial history. This self-guided walking map of the town involves a variety of different loops, starting with a collaboration between The Chester Imagineers and 6 Chester Historical Society.”

And squirrels.

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eeling a bit more ambitious? A Mercedes-Benz cabriolet has that effect on people. For a slightly longer drive than Wickford Village (and in the opposite direction), steer yourself down dependable Interstate 95, past the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in nearby New London, and head deep into the heart of Connecticut’s hinterlands.

A one-hour drive takes you to a true hidden gem of Connecticut’s border with Rhode Island,

Top left: Tuna Crudo from Grano Arso Top right: Chicken satay and spring rolls from Thai Riverside Bottom left: A marker for the northern route of the Chasing Squirrels tour Bottom right: The Chester Union School before the 1924 renovation

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Pawcatuck & Mystic

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1 Lilly Pulitzer

3 Mel's Downtown Creamery

5 Sift Bake Shop

2 Barn Island Wildlife Management Area

4 Mystic Aquarium

6 Ocean House

31 Bay Street Westerly, RI

249 Palmer Neck Road Pawcatuck, RI

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From there it’s an utterly pleasant swing through impressive vacation homes set amidst breathtaking coastal scenes, passing soulenriching coves as you parallel the Pawcatuck River and eventually cross it. Once in the vicinity you can spend an hour at the famed 2 Barn Island Wildlife Management Area. Then into town—specifically downtown—to 3 Mel's Downtown Creamery for transcendent frosty treats.

Guests are known to fall in love with off-thebeaten-path Pawcatuck, but don’t stop just yet. Venture to storybook Mystic, Connecticut, as you meander back to Ocean House. While here you can really dive into the nautical spirit of these surroundings with a visit to famed 4 Mystic Aquarium. Ocean House’s guest relations manager can arrange it all in advance—advisable these days with shifting schedules and whatnot—yet once here, wonders of the deep will immerse you in awe.

Zip on through lovable downtown Mystic for shopping and views. Also, you must go to 5 Sift Bake Shop, whose lineage is linked to Ocean House, and is frankly the best bakery in the entire charted universe. We’re not biased. Taste the chocolate croissants. You’ll see.

Driving back, the landscape is idyllic as you munch a baked delight and meditate on the day.

Everything on the itinerary is quite close to 6 Ocean House so it’s no big time investment.

And the dinner conversation is always livelier after time spent touring these wondrous environs.

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uppose you can’t commit to a day of touring in any one of several mouthwatering Mercedes-Benz autos. Can’t think of why, and it matters not. Just plan for a quick jaunt.

Favored by frequent Ocean House guests who simply adore the Mercedes-Benz partnership is a breezy spin to feel the wind on your face. Speaking of which, maybe stop at 1 Lilly Pulitzer as you leave town—Lilly masks are the must-have item for 2021 safety chic.

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Take in some culture, get lost in history or savor the local cuisine.

Find nearby options that are fun to explore.

The museum is dedicated to the history of indigenous people, celebrating the Pequot tribe through exhibitions, dioramas and films. 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT; pequotmuseum.org

Mystic Museum of Art

Located on picturesque Water Street, this flagship museum is a Mystic institution. It features curated exhibits as well as permanent collections of local painters from the town’s former artist colony. 9 Water St., Mystic, CT; mysticmuseumofart.org

Mystic Seaport Museum

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Above: Founded in 1929, the Mystic Seaport Museum has more than 500 historic vessels on display.

CULTURE & HISTORY Historic Destinations Benefit Street’s “Mile of History”

families like the Vanderbilts and other Gilded Age titans.

As of press time, the Breakers, Marble House and Green Animals Topiary Garden are available for tours. For the most up-to-date information, visit the website. Newport, RI; newportmansions.org

Known for its preserved colonial homes, Benefit Street is a draw for history buffs and brave souls seeking out “the most haunted street in Rhode Island.”

Check out walking tours and self-guided options about colonial life, architecture and ghost stories. Benefit St., Providence, RI; visitrhodeisland.com

Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge

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Wickford Village

Tour the extravagant summer “cottages” of illustrious

This 858-acre wildlife sanctuary offers a variety of trails for hiking and exploring.

You’ll find wildlife observation platforms to view this diverse landscape, featuring more than 250 species of birds, aquatic life and more. 50 Bend Rd., Charlestown, RI; fws.gov

Boasting one of the nation’s oldest preserved colonial

villages, Wickford is a seaside spot that has it all. Discover the past, while taking in the scenic harbor and bustling downtown.

55 Brown St., North Kingstown, RI; histwick.org

Museums Babcock-Smith Museum

Currently, this Georgian mansion and museum is open by reservation only.

Serving as a museum and antique store, this Westerly gem showcases both Colonial and Victorian periods. 124 Granite St., Westerly, RI; babcocksmithhouse.org

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There’s a wealth of things to see at this maritime museum, with more than 500 historic vessels and an underwater research center.

Make time for stargazing at the planetarium too. 75 Greenmanville Ave. Mystic, CT; mysticseaport.org

Tomaquag Indian Museum Although currently closed, the museum plans to open by appointment for the spring and summer season.

The museum shares the culture of tribal communities from Southern New England.

390 Summit Rd., Exeter, RI; tomaquagmuseum.org

Art Avondale Arts/OMO Jewels Take visual arts classes or attend lectures at this Watch Hill boutique and gallery. Feel like shopping? OMO Jewels has a collection of handcrafted jewelry and unique gifts. 95 Watch Hill Rd., Westerly, RI; avondalearts.com

The Charlestown Gallery

Featuring sculpture, paintings, photography and jewelry, this contemporary art gallery also offers home or office consultations. 5000 S County Trail, Charlestown RI; charlestowngalleryri.com

J. Russell Jinishian Gallery Originally located in Fairfield, CT, this gallery specializes in fine marine art. The owner is a former Director of the Mystic Maritime Gallery at Mystic Seaport Museum. 152 Water St., Stonington, CT; jrusselljinishiangallery.com

Below: At Avondale Arts/OMO Jewels & Gifts, you can shop and peruse art.

Mashantucket Pequot Museum

Closed at press time, this tribally owned museum is slated to open spring 2021.

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Essex Clipper Dinner Train Channel the 1920s, as you dine in a vintage Pullman dinner car on a 2 ½-hour journey through the Connecticut River Valley.

Savor the views along with a delicious four-course meal. essexsteamtrain.com

Latitude 41° Restaurant

Above: In the Garden by David Hatfield, Lily Pad Gallery Right: Dry Aged Ribeye from Bridge Below: Olympia Tea Room

Lily Pad Gallery

Serving the area’s art enthusiasts for more than 30 years, this Bay Street gallery carries fine-quality works of impressionism, realism and abstract art. 1 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; lilypadgallery.com

FOOD & BEVERAGE Casual Upscale Bouchard Restaurant & Inn

Located in the heart of Newport, this French gem is nestled along Thames Street by the wharf. Enjoy the artfully inspired dishes and extensive wine list. There’s also an inn if you’re looking for a romantic getaway. 505 Thames St., Newport, RI; bouchardnewport.com

The Brasserie at Weekapaug Inn

Experience the feel of a classic French brasserie in the warm, inviting atmosphere at Weekapaug Inn. The restaurant serves up fresh seafood and delectable

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weekly specials like coq au vin, cote de boeuf, bouillabaisse and more. 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, RI; weekapauginn.com

Bridge

This scenic eatery offers a raw bar and seasonal menu with everything from brunch fare and sandwiches to vegetarian and gluten-free entrées.

Outdoor diners can take in the Pawcatuck River views.

37 Main St., Westerly, RI; bridgeri.com

COAST

Indulge in the finest, freshest flavors of the season

at this Forbes Five-Star rated restaurant inside Ocean House. The prix-fixe four-course menu changes nightly, and the waterside views are breathtaking. CNN Traveler rated COAST one of the “World’s Best Waterfront Restaurants.” 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, RI; oceanhouseri. com

Diners come for the clam chowder, fresh catches and lobster at this seafood spot on the Mystic shore. If you’re looking for a casual option with a full menu and variety of brews, check out their Shipyard Tavern. 105 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT; coastalgourmetct.com/ latitude41

experience a delectable farm-to-table meal with picturesque pond views.

The menu features locally grown, seasonal dishes and “off-the-boat” seafood with a modern take on New England’s coastal cuisine. 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, RI; weekapauginn.com

Spain of Narragansett

Chef Salvador treats diners to eclectic Spanish dishes made fresh and cooked to order. To complement the authentic cuisine, be sure to order a sangria or consult the expansive wine list. 1144 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, RI; spainri.com

Stoneacre Brasserie

A neighborhood gathering place, this French brasserie serves locally sourced food with a constantly changing

Engine Room

This rustic restaurant is located in an old marine engine building. Known for burgers, beer and bourbon, the extensive American menu offers other favorites like salads, chicken and

Olympia Tea Room

Be a part of history when you dine in this family-owned favorite with waterfront views. For over 100 years, Olympia Tea Room has been serving locals and visitors “elegantly simple, locally sourced food.” If you’re a cocktail connoisseur, you’ll appreciate their goal of mixing up “the most generous cocktails in Watch Hill.” 74 Bay St., Watch Hill, olympiatearoom.com

The Restaurant at Weekapaug Inn

At Weekapaug Inn’s main dining venue, you can

menu. Don’t miss brunch favorites like homemade scones, quiche and truffle egg toast. They also serve lunch, brunch and dinner at Stoneacre Garden, just around the corner.

151 Swinburne Row; 28 Washington Sq., Newport, RI; stoneacrebrasserie.com

Italian Bravo Bravo

Enjoy a taste of Italy at Bravo Bravo, and sample freshly made dishes like pappardelle Bolognese and cacio e pepe. For a nice, bubbly

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fish sandwiches. There’s something for everyone.

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authentic Mexican cuisine and a large variety of tequila and mixed drinks. For salsa lovers, they even have a salsa flight. The menu offers everything from traditional tamales and enchiladas to nachos and hamburger melts. 2 Canal St., Westerly, RI; amigosri.com

complement to your meal, try the Prosecco-based sbagliato cocktail. 19 East Main St., Mystic, CT; bravobravoct.com

Mamma Luisa Ristorante Italiano

This Nothern Italian staple celebrates the real Mamma Luisa, who ran a restaurant near Bologna. Since 1992, Newport diners have been treated to homemade pasta just like Mamma used to make. Fan favorites include spaghetti carbonara and tagliatelle al ragu Bolognese.

673 Thames St., Newport, RI; mammaluisa.com

Owned by self-proclaimed “pizza fanatic” Stefan Ambrosch and his brother Ben Hall, Mango’s is known for its signature thin crust pizzas. Everything is locally sourced and the dough is made from scratch. Save room for their dessert spot, Mango’s Ice Cream, across the street. 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; mangospizza.com

Pizzeria Longo

At this local eatery, the menu is “designed to inspire exploration and sharing.” You

Milagro Café

Above: Perfect pour at Dave’s Coffee Below: Chicken pesto pie from Mango’s Wood-Fired Pizza Co. Right: Deviant Donuts in Mystic, CT

and your dining companions can sample everything from chicken parmigiana to gnocchi Sorrentina to coal-fired pizza prepared with fresh, local ingredients.

84 High St., Westerly, RI; pizzerialongo.com

Japanese Johnny’s Peking Tokyo The art of sushi is alive and well at this popular destination for Japanese fusion and Asian cuisine.

With an inventive menu and a variety of entrées, non-sushi eaters can order teriyaki, hibachi, noodles and more.

12 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; johnnysushibar.com

Koi Japanese Cuisine

Locals love the bento boxes, sushi combinations and other lunch-time specials at Koi. They also have chef’s specials, hibachi, teriyaki and a kid-approved selection for those 12 and under.

65 High St., Westerly, RI; koijapaneserestaurantri. com

Samurai Noodle Bar & Grill

Come for the ramen and Asian BBQ at this noodle-based bar and grill. Right now, they are focused on delivery and take out, so be sure to check their website for the most current dine-in options. 27 West Main St., Mystic, CT; samurainoodlemystic.com

Mexican Amigo’s Taqueria & Tequila At this downtown Westerly eatery, you can sample

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Everything is colorful about this innovative Mexican café. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, along with an equally dazzling choice of margaritas, tacos and classics like enchiladas verdes, street corn and chiles rellenos. 142 Water S., Stonington, CT; milagrocafe142.com

Perro Salado

Once a maritime home, Perro Salado is now a casual gathering spot filled what the owners call a “fiesta-like energy.” The taqueria section of the menu offers tostadas, enchiladas and tacos with all the fixings, while brunch is a popular option on Sundays.

19 Charles St., Newport, RI; perrosalado.com

Refreshments The Candy Box

After riding the iconic Flying Horse carousel, walk over to The Candy Box for some childhood favorites.

Try their saltwater taffy, homemade chocolates and delightful fudge made in an old-fashioned copper kettle. 14 Fort Rd., Watch Hill, RI; Instagram: candyboxwatchhill

Dave’s Coffee

Locals love Dave’s houseroasted coffee with names like Power Wagon, Blind Pig and Quonnie Coffee. Find your preferred variety and buy a bag of grounds to bring home. Their Charlestown

Deviant Donuts

The menu changes weekly at this popular hangout for artisan donuts and craft coffee. Come for their delicious works of art, which range from samoa and pb+j flavors to inventive creations inspired by movies and more.

27 Coogan Blvd., Building 6, Mystic, CT; deviantdonuts. com

Hauser Chocolatier

For more than 60 years, this family-owned chocolate purveyor has been making premium chocolates and truffles in-house daily. They also offer wedding and corporate gifts. 59 Tom Harvey Rd., Westerly, RI; hauserchocolates.com

Mystic Drawbridge Ice Cream

Known for hand-mixed favorites like Mystic Mud and Seaport Salty Swirl, this ice cream shop also serves nostalgic items like malted shakes and egg creams. For modern options, try unique flavors such as Southern Peach and Vermont Maple Nut. 2 West Main St., Mystic, CT; mysticdrawbridgeicecream. com

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Mango’s Wood Fired Pizza Co.

location is only 15 minutes from Ocean House. 5193 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, RI; 341 South Main St., Providence, RI; davescoffee.com

WATCH HILL 117 BAY STREET, WATCH HILL, RI 401-596-1035 Spring & fall hours open daily 10-5 Summer hours open daily 10-9 Nov & Dec open Fri-Sun 10-5

MYSTIC 42 WEST MAIN STREET, MYSTIC, CT 860-980-3224 Open daily year-round 10-7 Summer hours open daily 10-9

MYSTIC 11 COTTRELL STREET, MYSTIC, CT 860-415-9445 Open daily year-round 10-7 Summer hours open daily 10-9

NEWPORT 381 THAMES STREET, NEWPORT, RI 401-619-5528 Open daily year-round 10-7 Summer hours open daily 10-9

STONINGTON 22 BAYVIEW AVE, STONINGTON, CT 860-514-8647 New location in Velvet Mill! & text to order Fri 12-8, Sat 9-7, Sun 10-6 Open year-round

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Matunuck Oyster Bar

Serving wild-caught seafood and locally sourced produce, Matunuck Oyster Bar serves everything fresh. Diners come for farm-to-table and pond-to-plate selections as well as tours of the oyster farm. Don’t miss the sunset views. 629 Succotash Rd., S Kingstown, RI; rhodyoysters. com

The Mooring Above: Grey Sail Brewing beer garden Right: Jonathan Edwards Winery Below: The Coast Guard House’s signature flourless chocolate cake

Root, A Vegan Juice Bar & Eatery “Make healthy eating the norm” when you try the plant-based food, juice and smoothies at Root. Their popular grain bowls are filled with veggies, quinoa or rice, and you can add toppings like avocado, vegan tzatziki and kimchi. 6 Broadway St., Newport, RI; rootonbroadway.com

béarnaise, horseradish cream and umami butter. They also offer a children’s menu. 22 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; 22bowens.com

Oyster Club

Sift Bake Shop

This French patisserie is run by a husband-and-wife team who met while working at Ocean House. Sample their seasonal menu of fresh pastries, breads and quiches. Check the website for updated information on curbside, takeout and dine-in options. 5 Water St., Mystic, CT; 102 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; siftbakeshopmystic.com

Seafood 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille

Dine al fresco at this Bowen’s Wharf tavern specializing in premier seafood, steaks and chops served with delectable sauces like

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Get the best of both worlds at The Mooring, featuring a sophisticated surf and turf menu, raw bar and awardwinning wine list. Enjoy harbor views while dining on “top-of-the-catch seafood” and other signature staples.

1 Sayers Wharf, Newport, RI; mooringrestaurant.com

The Coast Guard House

Enjoy a feast of land or sea, along with 180-degree views of Narragansett Bay. Housed in a former U.S. Coast Guard station, this scenic restaurant dates back to the 1940s. Be sure to try the anchor platter filled with oysters, littlenecks and shrimp. 40 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, RI; thecoastguardhouse.com

Dog Watch Café

Families love this casual waterfront café for the delicious New England cuisine and kid-friendly menu. You’ll find a variety of salads, barbecue and

Seasonal specials at Oyster Club are created from locally sourced seafood, dry-aged meats and vegetables grown

by Connecticut farms. They serve dinner and weekend brunch, but you can also check out sister restaurants Engine Room and Grass & Bone Butcher Shop. 13 Water St., Mystic, CT; oysterclubct. com

Red 36

You can’t beat the location at this waterfront eatery, which serves a delicious American menu and wide variety of beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Besides a full raw bar, diners love the burgers, pizzas and lobster rolls. 2 Washington St., Mystic, CT; red36ct.com

S&P Oyster Co.

With his South American heritage, Chef Cobena adds a flavorful flair to seafood staples at S&P Oyster Co. Try

the popular seafood paella, an entrée with monkfish, shrimp, mussels, Spanish chorizo and bomba rice.

1 Holmes St., Mystic, CT; sp-oyster.com

Vineyards & Breweries Beer’d Brewing Company

This independent microbrewery has a signature series of brews, including 8 Days a Week, Dogs & Boats and Connecticut Casual. Check out their seasonal flavors, triedand-true favorites and experimental, small-batch brews. 22 Bayview Avenue, Stonington, CT; beerdbrewing.com

or you can BYOF (bring your own food). Grey Sail’s sister company, South County Distillers, is located between the Brewery and Tap Room. 63 Canal St., Westerly, RI; greysailbrewing.com, southcountydistillers.com

Whalers Brewery

For the founders, making quality beer is a given because they “brew beer we like to drink, and we only drink good beer.” Their citrusy smooth pale ale, Rise, has eight awards and counting.

Come to the brewery for flagship and rotating beers on tap. 1174 Kingstown Rd., Wakefield, RI; whalers.com

Barley Head Brewery

Using Connecticut-grown barley, malt and hops, Barley Head is committed to keeping it local. The nano-brewery has a constantly changing selection, so you can always try something new. They even have an artist series and book club.

12 Water St., Mystic, CT; barleyheadbrewery.com

Cottrell Brewing Company

As of press time, Cottrell Brewing Company is open for curbside pick-up, to-go sales and home deliveries.

Check the website for current information. Owned by a husband and wife team, the company is known for brews like Old Yankee Ale and Incredibly Pretentious Ale. 100 Mechanic St., Pawcatuck, CT; cottrellbrewing.com

Jonathan Edwards Winery

Grey Sail Brewing

Langworthy Farm Winery

Relax in Grey Sail’s lovely beer garden with a seasonal brew or a pint of year-round staples like Flying Jenny and Captain’s Daughter. They have a limited food menu

Travel to Napa without leaving Connecticut. Creating a bicoastal wine experience, this Stonington vineyard exudes “New England charm, Napa style.” The winery sits on 20 acres of grape fields, expertly crushed and fermented. 74 Chester Main Rd., North Stonington, CT; jedwardswinery.com

Both a winery and bed and breakfast, Langworthy Farm dates back to 1875. For 2021, the winery is hosting fun summer happenings like an arts festival, craft show

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surf and turf. Check out their Good Dog merchandise and apparel too. 194 Water St., Stonington, CT; dogwatchcafe.com

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and oysters on the deck.

308 Shore Rd., Westerly, RI; langworthyfarm.com

Saltwater Farm Vineyard

Wine enthusiasts who come for the estate-based wines love to linger at Saltwater Farm Vineyard. The scenic property was a farm in the 17th century, a small airport in the 1930s, and today it’s considered one of the “Top 50 Most Romantic Venues in the U.S.” by Brides magazine.

349 Elm St., Stonington, CT; saltwaterfarmvineyard.com

vacation-friendly styles from bella tu. This brand, which translates to “beautiful you,” designs kaftans, shirts and tunics with gorgeous colors, embroidery and hand beading. 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, RI; bella-tu.com

Sample a full-bodied chardonnay, earthy cabernet, refreshing rosé and more at this event-friendly vineyard.

You can organize a group wine tasting or take in some live music with limited crowds. Check the website for the most up-to-date details. 523 Taugwonk Rd., Stonington, CT; stoningtonvineyards.com

SHOPPING bella tu

Head to the Ocean House boutique for luxurious

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Started by a husband and wife duo who love the outdoors, Cahill & Company carries locally made goods for every adventure. According to the store owners, shoppers will find “Great gear for good times!” 2 High St., Westerly, RI; cahillandcori.com

Christina Stankard Jewelry

Calling itself a “bibliophile’s bliss,” this Niantic gem lives up to its description.

Visit Book Barn to buy or sell gently used books, and peruse their collection of more than 500,000 books.

Owner Deborah Norman can help shoppers find “antiques with a modern twist.” She also promotes redesigning rooms based on items you already own, through her decorating service REDESIGN. 135 Water St., Stonington, CT; grandandwater.com

Elizabeth McKay

Gray Goose Cookery

Elizabeth McKay is a high-end brand that turns out elegant, yet simple designs in fine-quality fabrics.

You can’t go wrong with the classic, sophisticated styles at this Watch Hill staple.

101 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; emckay.com

After starting her career as a painter, Christina Stankard turned her talent toward jewelry making. Today, she sells handcrafted jewelry and gifts at her Bay Street shop.

Call to make an appointment.

100 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; christinastankard.com

Popular for wedding registries and creating well-stocked kitchens, this home appliance store carries colorful Le Creuset Dutch ovens and KitchenAid mixers.

They also offer cooking classes and sell delicious jellies, dips and more. Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; 93 Watch Hill Rd., Westerly, RI; graygoosecookery.com

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Cahill & Company

With an eye on trends and a taste for fashion, Christina Limited has been selling boho fashions in downtown Westerly for nearly three decades. You can also find unique gifts and statement jewelry. 1 Canal St., Westerly, RI; Instagram: @christinaltdstore

Book Barn

Grand & Water Antiques

It’s “forever summer” at CoCo and LaLa. Shop for beachinspired pieces like kaftans and dusters or pick up some mommy and me clothing and accessories. Be sure to check out their adorable Instagram too.

103 and 119 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI, cocoandlala.com

Check website for new COVID protocols. Main Barn, 41 West Main St., Niantic, CT; bookbarnniantic.com

Christina Limited

Stonington Vineyards

CoCo and LaLa

Farmaesthetics

Founder Brenda Brock first sold her natural, green skincare products from an organic farm stand over 20 years ago. Today her products can be found at leading spas like Newport’s The Retreat at Castle Hill Inn. Stay tuned for a local pop-up shop coming soon. Until then, shop by your skin type online at farmaesthetics.com.

Galapagos Boutique

Shop for name brands and designer togs at this casually chic Charlestown boutique. Customers come for wardrobe help and American-made merchandise in a friendly atmosphere. 5193 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, RI; galapagosboutique.com

Both visitors and locals frequent interior designer Kaitlin Smith’s colorful home décor shop, which opened in 2011. The store carries vintage and modern designs, along with home accessories and gifts. Interior design consultations also available.

6 Fort Hill Rd., Watch Hill, RI; highpointhomedecor.com

Hungry Palette

At this Stonington mainstay, you’ll find beautifully handstitched garments, fabrics and rugs. Each is uniquely inspired and will provide the right pop of color for any home. 105 Water St., Stonington, CT; stoningtonboroughct.com

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Marc Allen is a fine men’s clothier inspired by the Southern Italian tradition of bespoke clothing. Each suit and stitch is designed to appeal to its New England clientele, while offering a cosmopolitan look. 142 Bellevue Ave., Newport, RI; marcalleninc.com

Mystic Disc Above: Kimberly Pucci Atelier + Vault accessories Right: New look from Rochelle‘s Boutique Below: Lilly Pulitzer maxi dress

Kimberly Pucci Atelier + Vault

Discerning clients turn to Kimberly Pucci Atelier for bespoke handbags handcrafted with elegant hardware, stitching and statement-making colors.

Pucci works with Tuscan artisans to create each custom piece. Through her Vault label, the designer turns out the “finest in wearable art” using semi-precious stones and diamonds. 449 Thames St., Newport, RI. kimberlypucci.com

J. McLaughlin

Timeless and sophisticated, this popular American line keeps evolving their signature preppy look. Shop for classic clothing and accessories designed for all ages. 124 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; jmclaughlin.com

Kiel James Patrick

With a flagship in Newport, this high-end store exudes New England style. Shop for luxurious pieces, beachy apparel and accessories right on the wharf.

3 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; kieljamespatrick.com

Lilly Pulitzer

Embrace summer with the signature prints and

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resort-inspired designs of this iconic brand. Shop new patterns, on-sale items and posh accessories for a more colorful you. 471 Thames St., Newport, RI; 31 Bay St., Westerly, RI; lillypulitzer.com

Mystic Disc has been the ultimate destination for vinyl records, turntables, amps and speakers since 1983.

Vinyl Me, Please magazine named it one the country’s “50 Best Record Stores.” 10 Steamboat Wharf, Mystic, CT; mysticdisclp.com

Sandra Liotus Lighting Design, LLC (SLLD)

This Newport-based firm has pioneered the art world’s most sophisticated eco-friendly custom lighting system. American designer Sandra Liotus and British engineer Sir David Crampton-Barden have teamed up on projects at private homes, galleries and resorts like Weekapaug Inn. sandraliotuslightingdesign. com

Saltzman’s Watches

The only authorized repair facility for Luminox and Fendi, this third generation, family-run business also works with popular brands

Main Street Soap Emporium

Currently open for curbside pick-up and delivery, this soap and scrub boutique carries sustainable products including bath bombs, face masks and shampoo. Their roll-on perfumes have beachy names like Endless Summer and Mermaid Kisses. 22 East Main St., Mystic, CT; mainstsoap.com

too. Visit the website for upcoming virtual discussions and in-person offerings.

10 Canal St., Westerly, RI; 53 W. Main St., Mystic, Ct; banksquarebooks.com

Sea Bags

Sea Bags totes and handbags come in a variety of nautical and special-edition prints, but you can also customize bags, guest books and accessories for weddings, special events and more.

Each piece is made with recycled material from used sails. 101 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; 36 West Main St., Mystic, CT; seabags.com

Soap and Water

Known for “merging luxury with convenience,” Soap and Water carries an exclusive array of fragrances, bath and body essentials, shaving kits, loungewear, Italian soaps and gift items. 16 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; soapandwaternewport.com

Style Newport

This Thames Street store carries sterling silver, gold and leather jewelry, featuring signature anchor and mariner flag pendants. They also sell baseball hats, dog collars and décor with a nautical twist.

306 Thames St., Newport, RI; stylenewport.com

Toci Rochelle’s Boutique

Known for personal styling expertise, Rochelle’s Boutique can help you find wardrobe staples, trendsetting looks and work-from-home options. They also offer Boutique Boxes, where a stylist hand-picks pieces for you and delivers them to your door. 117 Bay St., Watch Hill, RI; 381 Thames St., Newport, RI; 11 Cottrell St., Mystic, CT; rochellesboutique.com

like Cartier, Baume et Mercier and Victorinox Swiss Army. 117 Swinburne Row, Newport, RI; saltzmanswatches.com

Savoy Bookshop & Café

Check out bestsellers, paperbacks, audiobooks and gifts, while you sip on locally sourced coffee and pastries at this treasured bookshop and café. Savoy does a great job of supporting local authors

Shop for sustainable, luxurious pieces at this boutique offering the “world of everything cozy.”

You’ll find comfy cashmere, pima cotton, linen and silk sweaters, shirts, joggers and more. Each style has a feminine and modern flair.

18 Franklin St., Newport, RI; thisistoci.com

The Velvet Mill

The Velvet Mill is a community hub that inspires

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Visitors can interact with penguins, seals and rays for an up-close-and-personal experience. Looking for something less hands-on?

Try Ocean Explorer for a virtual reality journey about humpbacks, shark dives and more. 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT; mysticaquarium. org

Sail Trim Again

Above: Penguin at Mystic Aquarium Below: Private charter with Sail Trim Again

creativity and togetherness. A unique assortment of shops, eateries, wellness offerings and creative services, this historic spot is in a former textile factory built in 1888.

22 Bayview Ave., Stonington, CT; americanvelvetmill.com

FAMILY FUN Adventureland Family Fun Park

Open for the 2021 season, Adventureland has been a Narragansett tradition since 1985. Families flock here for the mini golf, go karts, batting cages and carousel.

Parents will appreciate old-school games like pinball and air hockey. 112 Point Judith Rd., Narragansett, RI; adventurelandri.com

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

Hit the hiking trails, explore Coogan Farm or visit the wildlife sanctuary, where you’ll see owls, hawks, turtles, bullfrogs and more.

Check the nature center’s website for the latest exhibits, attractions and hours of operation. 109 Pequotsepos Rd., Mystic, CT; dpnc.org

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The Dinosaur Place

Go back in time with more than 50 life-saved dinosaurs at this Montville theme park.

With an entertaining maze, splash pad and mini golf for kids of all ages, The Dinosaur Place does not disappoint.

1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Montville, CT; naturesartvillage.com

The Fantastic Umbrella Factory

Enjoy roaming through this bustling bazaar, garden and petting zoo for a lovely, whimsical afternoon. You’ll find a browsable variety of handcrafted jewelry, toys, T-shirts and musical instruments. 4820 Old Post Rd., Charlestown, RI; fantasticumbrellafactory. com

Frosty Drew Nature Center and Observatory

Stargazing is a popular pastime at this science center and observatory, whose mission is to teach visitors about “science, the night sky and the universe.” Visit the events page for current information and hours of operation. Frosty Drew’s 61 Park Ln., Charlestown, RI; frostydrew.org

Sail through history with Captain Jack as your tour guide. Come aboard his sailing yacht, Trim Again, or the wooden motor yacht, Encore, for a coastal adventure. Available for private charters, Sail Trim Again offers fascinating history, spectacular views and unforgettable sunsets. sail-trim-again.com

Terra Firma Farm

This community farm focuses on sustainability and educating children about food, health and the environment. There are many fun ways to get kids involved, including a trip to The Creamery for a delicious chocolate milk. 564 NorwichWesterly Rd., N. Stonington, CT; terrafirmafarm.com

EVENTS Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival

website for the most current festival updates. Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI; newportjazz.org

Historically, this event features a dozen different types of oysters from restaurants right on the wharf—along with live music, beverages and a bustling shopping scene.

The 2021 festival is slated for Saturday, May 22 and Sunday, May 23. Check the website for the latest news. 13 Bowen’s Wharf, Newport, RI; bowenswharf.com

Newport Polo

Newport Folk Festival

This is the largest public film festival in New England, to be held Aug. 9–15, and a qualifying festival for the Academy Awards. Various screenings take place across the state. Be sure to visit the website for screening options and festival information. film-festival.org

Held at Fort Adams State Park, America’s leading folk-music festival has hosted Bob Dylan, Mumford and Sons, Roger Waters and Patti Smith. Although currently scheduled for July 23–25, complete details were not available at press time. Fort Adams State Park; Newport, RI; newportfolk.org

Newport Jazz Festival

Considered by many to be the “granddaddy of all music festivals,” this event is held at Fort Adams State Park the weekend following the Folk Festival, this year to take place July 30 to August 1. Visit the

Established in 1876, America’s first polo club invites teams from the U.S. and around the world to compete during its summer season. Matches run June 5 through September 25. Please note: schedule is subject to change. nptpolo. com

Rhode Island International Film Festival

Sailfest New London

Sailfest returns to Waterfront Park July 9–11. Traditionally, the event has free concerts, carnival rides, street vendors, food and fireworks. 5 Waterfront Park, New London, CT; sailfest.org

Summer Pops

The world-renowned Chorus of Westerly and Pops Festival Orchestra entertains a lawn of hundreds with performances of classic and modern works. Currently, this free event is scheduled for June 19. As the organizers note: “Everything is subject to change or adjustment.”

Wilcox Park, Westerly, RI; chorusofwesterly.org

Taste of Mystic

Foodies rejoice! Typically held in June, Taste of Mystic gathers local restaurants in one place to share some yummy eats. As of press time, event information is not confirmed. Olde Mystic Village; 27 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT; tasteofmystic. com

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JUDY OSTROW

photography by CHIP RIEGEL

Meet the LEADER Behind 5-Star Service:

DANIEL A. HOSTETTLER Bringing a hands-on style to hospitality, Hostettler ensures an exceptional guest experience

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ospitality at its finest requires meticulous attention to the details of a guest’s experience.

And finding and training a team that can accomplish this magic, with nearly invisible precision, has been the modus operandi of Daniel Hostettler, Ocean House Management Collection’s (OHM) President and Group Managing Director, since he joined the organization in 2009. Back then, Ocean House was undergoing a complete transformation, from aging dowager to elegant queen of the Atlantic. Under Hostettler’s direction, OHM’s flagship hotel has become one of just a handful of resorts that can boast triple five-star ratings from Forbes, plus a host of other laurels. The operation that he developed has set the stage for a growing enterprise that includes the management of multiple premium

properties under the OHM umbrella. In addition to his main post, Hostettler has also taken a leadership role in the Relais & Châteaux North America group of hospitality properties, serving as its president since 2018.

Observing that his ever-broadening responsibilities only seem to further energize this maestro of hospitality, we had to ask: How does he do it all?

Mentored early in his career by Ali Kasikci, the storied managing director of the Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills, Hostettler had the opportunity to learn about every aspect of resort operation—from grand entrance to back of house, and top to bottom.

“He moved me six times in six years,” recalls Hostettler, “and his training gave me a fanatical focus on service and attention to detail.” That experience taught him to hire for

personality—a good people person—and then train for skill. In his hierarchy of talents, skill means a consistent aim toward perfection.

“I’ll settle for excellence,” he says. To do this, he packs his daily schedule with face-to-face interactions with staff and guests.

“My style is to lead from the front,” says Hostettler. “You cannot learn this business behind the desk in your office.” That’s why, during a stay at an OHM property, you may find Daniel Hostettler at the resort entrance, working with valets to greet guests for an overflow event and put their cars away. He might even pour your coffee at breakfast.

“It’s not the norm to see a company president parking cars,” he admits, “but a hands-on approach constantly reminds me that I am in the innkeeping business.”

opposite page: Morning meetings with his General Managers is a routine part of Hostettler's schedule. Before guests check in, Christine Smith (left), Acting GM of Hospitality at The Preserve, Corinne Finn Heyl from Weekapaug Inn (seated), and Ocean House's Antonia Korosec (right) check off every detail of arrivals' requests.

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Man on the Move From menu changes to major renovations, Hostettler is involved in every last detail

7 AM MORNING WALKAROUND Hostettler and Ocean House GM Antonia Korosec meet daily to walk the grounds and make sure everything is shipshape and ready for the guests who will soon be on their way to favorite spots.

8 AM

REPORTS & PLANS Hostettler schedules a sitdown each day with a key OHM Collection or central office executive. This morning, Preserve GM Phil Santomaro and OHM’s Christine Smith finalize plans for the new Hilltop Lodge and OH! Spa.

12 PM

CHECK-OUT CHATS As guests depart, Hostettler takes time to hear their informal evaluations, kudos and suggestions. After that, he’ll check in at the various dining venues to see how the lunch crowd is enjoying their experience.

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Meet the General Manager of Ocean House

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5 PM

THE EVENING SURVEY

After a weekly telechat with Relais & Châteaux members from throughout North America, Hostettler takes things local. He’ll stop at the Club Room to greet members, take another tour through the restaurants, welcome new faces and greet familiar ones.

7 PM

DINNER & GAME NIGHT

Family time means that Hostettler will prepare the evening meal, then enjoy games and conversation with wife Katie and their children William and Anna-Katrina.

antonia korosec

ntonia Korosec left Texas for her home in Monaco after boss Daniel Hostettler took a management position at then underconstruction Ocean House in 2009. Hostettler, who is now President and Group Managing Director of Ocean House Management Collection, was looking for hospitality talent to help him build the property into a five-star resort. He lured Korosec back to the states as his Assistant Director of Rooms.

Eleven years later, she has built her career at OHM resorts.

No one expected to bring Westerly to prominence as a resort destination, but Hostettler’s instincts proved prescient. After Ocean House achieved a fifth Forbes star, he moved Korosec to its sister property Weekapaug Inn to watch over the renovation and then assume leadership as innkeeper. Over the next two-and-a-half years, she and her staff proceeded to burnish its reputation for casual luxury and attentive, individualized service. With that mission accomplished and a capable team in place, she moved back to the ever-evolving flagship property; its success had fostered expansion and required a larger management organization, and her responsibilities continued to grow. By late 2017, her can-do dedication to team building and providing top-of-the-line guest service brought another laurel.

At the holiday staff party, Hostettler handed her a small gift box; inside were business cards that read, “Antonia Korosec, General Manager, Ocean House.” The gesture brought her to happy tears, but it was a well-deserved promotion.

While one may see Korosec at many spots on the property from early morning until well into the dinner hours, she considers her job to be exceptionally rewarding, and it provides a simple lesson:

Hospitality is an easy industry. You just have to take great care of people.

—Antonia Korosec Ocean House General Manager

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Taking Flight

DESIGN

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or guests traveling by helicopter or private plane, there’s a new Ocean House Management Collection VIP lounge and culinary option at Westerly Airport. The restaurant, aptly named Plane Food, puts a gourmet spin on airport fare.

The concept, dreamed up by Daniel Hostettler, President and Group Managing Director of Ocean House Management Collection, debuted this spring.

“The idea was to create a luxury lounge where our guests can wait while we’re loading their luggage, and the plane is being prepared,” says Hostettler. “When flying in, they can relax in the lounge before we take them to the hotel.”

Decked out in plush club chairs and sofas

with a signature Ocean House feel, the VIP venue allows guests to unwind with complimentary beverages before takeoff or after touch down. Meals are enjoyed indoors or on an outdoor terrace with a runway view. The OHM-staffed lounge can also pack up to-go meals in a cooler.

The new space was created by OHM Design Group, led by Hostettler and interior designer Brittany Borghesi. Going for a "contemporary, coastal feel," the team chose a blue and cream palette with textured accents.

Plane Food features breakfast items like coffee, egg sandwiches, freshly made croissants and egg burritos. There are also salad offerings, sandwiches, hot dogs and a gourmet grilled

cheese selection. Although the lounge is reserved for OHM guests, Plane Food has a grab-and-go kitchen for public travelers wanting beverages, meals, snacks or reading materials. The same menu is available, as is outdoor dining.

The lounge accommodates an increasing number of travelers flying private to OHM properties, while supporting the town.

“Basically, it's a public-private partnership with the airport authority,” says Hostettler.

“The space sat empty for a decade, and they wanted a restaurant or food service.”

For Hostettler, it was an important amenity to add. “We wanted a better first and last experience for guests coming to the property.”

C L U B S T Y L E OHM Design Group Adds Signature Look COLOR

With cream and blue hues, the VIP Lounge shares an Ocean House aesthetic.

Hostettler says it has a "contemporary, coastal feel."

TEXTURE

Linen sofas and club chairs are made of Perennials fabric, and the walls are covered in a textured rattan.

LOGO

A Plane Food logo adorns the lounge's china as well as to-go coolers guests are given to carry their meals on the plane.

Above: Many OHM guests arrive by private jet. Public and private jetsetters have a new dining option at Westerly Airport.

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photography by CHIP RIEGEL

Adventures in Dining OC E A N H O U S E & W E E K A PAU G I N N

From riding a cocktail blender bike to grilling oysters at the Pondhouse, guests can try out interactive cuisine

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resh air makes food taste better. Whether you’re eating outside or taking a break indoors, a soothing coastal breeze is an essential component of the culinary experiences at Ocean House Management Collection (OHM) properties. For spring and summer, Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn offer new interactive culinary adventures.

Guests can enjoy private and distanced dining that feature the finest seasonal bounty of land and sea.

Above: Guest Nina Clarke blends a Frosé at The Taco Shack.

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Guests Take an Active Role The Taco Shack and Tito Rita Bikes

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Earn that margarita! The Taco Shack featuring Tito’s Handmade Vodka returns with its fun, interactive (and Instagrammable) beachside activity. Guests hop on stationary bikes that power a blender that creates frozen drinks featuring Tito’s Handmade Vodka. The Tito Rita is flavored with fresh lemon, lime and orange liqueur. Frozen Lemonade is a refreshing mix of juice, simple syrup and Tito’s. The Frosé, a Tito’s-spiked rosé, is splashed with house-made grenadine.

Vodka coolers and craft beers complete the drinks menu. One of the reasons Tito’s was chosen by OHM Beverage Director Jonathan

Feiler is because they share a philosophy of charitable giving, including donating to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center.

Taco Shack serves two kinds of tacos: beef barbacoa— marinated, slow-braised short ribs—and grilled jerk chicken.

Warm tortillas, made from a special blend of corn and wheat flour, are the perfect vehicle for the layers of meat, cilantro-lime slaw, cotija cheese, avocado crema and a side of freshly made salsa.

Bright flavors and contrasting smooth and crunchy textures combine for the perfect beachside bite.

Open to OH hotel guests and members only.

Right: The Taco Shack serves up grilled jerk chicken (pictured) and beef barbacoa.

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Private Culinary Classes

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SUMMER PERK

When guests book a beach cabana, they receive a complimentary half bottle of Villa Sparina Gavi di Gavi, a light, refreshing white from Piedmont, Italy. “It’s perfect for hot weather and works with our menu at Dune Cottage,” says OHM Beverage Director Jonathan Feiler.

Food, Wine and Spirits Along with complimentary resort cooking demonstrations, Ocean House offers an exciting array of private classes at the Center for Wine and Culinary Arts (CWCA). Chef Kat Caine, Director of Culinary Education and Food Forager, teaches two levels of cooking classes. Beginners learn how to make family favorites like hearty soups, mac and cheese and brownies. Knife skills is an essential class. Students slice, dice and julienne, and learn how to keep knives sharp and safe. And of course, students eat what’s cooked in class.

A class on eggs Benedict— in which the chef shares her secret to poaching eggs and whipping up hollandaise—is like having a private brunch.

The second level is for hobby cooks with basic skills. In Farm to Table 101, students create dishes from a market basket of seasonal, local products. Building Magnificent Cheese Plates brings out the artist in students as they combine local cheeses with seasonal fruits, nuts, chutney, herbs and edible flowers. (Way to up your Instagram game.)

In Using Fresh Herbs, Chef Kat takes students to Ocean House’s herb garden to identify and harvest rosemary,

Top left: Guests can learn to make cheese plates.

Top right: Chef Kat Caine tends to the herb garden.

Above: The final product from an eggs Benedict class.

basil and chives. Back in the kitchen, she shows how to dry, freeze, infuse and use them fresh. These are just a few of the courses among many that include pizza-making, seafood and gluten-free baking. Tasting Courses teach budding gourmets to educate their palates, comparing the

flavors of different types of New England cheeses, oysters and caviar.

Beverage Director Feiler and his sommeliers teach classes on wine and spirits ranging from beginner Wine 101 to connoisseur-level Hidden Gems from the Ocean House wine cellar. New this

year: Is It Worth It? Feiler leads students through blind tastings that compare every day, average-priced wines with high-end examples of the same varietal. “We talk through them and pick out the differences, and learn the reasons why one bottle of wine is $40 and another $300.”

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Private Dining Events

Personal Chef and Sommelier Service Private chef dinners in guests’ suites have become more popular over the last year, and it’s a terrific way to take advantage of the open kitchens, where everyone gathers at the counter to watch, talk and ask questions.

Chef Kat Caine tailors the menu to guests’ needs, using local, seasonal ingredients to create a gourmet, multicourse feast before their eyes. “We work with ingredients we’re excited about incorporating into our menus,” says Caine. She works closely with the farmer at organic Avondale Farm in Westerly. “The greatest part of the farm is that she grows a wide variety of heirloom vegetables,” she says. These

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are supplemented with high-end ingredients like black truffles and caviar. For one dinner, Chef Kat made stuffed Maine lobsters with citrus beurre blanc. OHM's Feiler works closely with the chef and guests to create wine pairings for each course.

There are several levels of pairings available. What Feiler calls the “full CWCA experience” adds sommelier service to the meal, along with the personal chef and server.

Guests often ask the chef questions about equipment, like the hot water circulator used in a sous-vide technique.

It cooks meat or seafood to the perfect temperature before Chef Kat gives it a final stove-top sear. To take advantage of the views and air, many guests choose to dine on their terrace or balcony. “This is a fantastic experience with a private chef. And you can learn and pick up skills to take

home,” says Caine.

Private dinners are also held in the resort's Center for Wine and Culinary Arts, which seats up to 8 guests in a charming, yet elegant space.

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Pond-to-Plate

Pondhouse offers new menu The Pondhouse has a new menu. The private, outdoor, interactive dining experience pairs a three-course lunch and dinner with Louis Roederer champagnes. There are two tiers, Premier and Cristal. The Premier leads to Roederer’s blanc de blanc and rosé.

The Cristal gives guests an opportunity to taste a top tier champagne, and compare its balance, acidity and delicacy.

The meal begins with a classic pairing of oysters and champagne. Local oysters, broiled on the Pondhouse’s

grill table until they pop open, and the personalized server tops them with a cube of flavored compound butter. Oysters are also served raw on the half shell with a champagne mignonette.

House-made breads warm on the grill, ready to be spread with creamy crab dip. New Naturalist Teddy Beahm, also

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Left: Lobster is one of three main courses at Pondhouse. Right: Weekapaug Inn's Executive Chef Scott Cummings Below: Corinne Finn Heyl, General Manager at Weekapaug Inn

known as Captain Teddy, often stops by at the beginning of the meal to welcome guests and answer questions as they take in the expansive view of the pond, shoreline birds or stars in the sky. He can tell you exactly where those oysters were raised.

The first course, a salad of seasonal greens and vegetables, is grown at Hillandale Farm, a few miles away. Executive Chef Scott Cummings estimates that 75% of the meal comes from Hillandale. The next course takes away the burden of choice. Lobster, filet mignon and organic chicken—guests get all three. The lobster is slathered in citrusy yuzu butter. It cooks on the grill with skewers of filet mignon and organic chicken. Three coastal sides are served in Le Creuset enamel pots: potatoes with roasted garlic, lemon and thyme; roasted cabbage with bacon; and succotash.

For dessert, Chef Cummings does a modern take on pineapple upside down cake. Grilled skewers of pineapple, an iSi 45-second

Above: An open-air pavilion enhances the pond-to-plate experience at Pondhouse. Right: Captain Teddy Beahm, the Naturalist and Director of Recreation at Weekapaug Inn

sponge cake (yes, do ask your server about the equipment and technique), housemade vanilla bean ice cream, and pineapple-kaffir caramel sauce. Heaven is now. After the meal, Captain Teddy returns to invite guests for a walk to the shoreline, looking at the real “Quonnie rocks.” He’ll even engrave initials on a rock, for guests to remember the occasion.

In addition to new Pondhouse developments, the Inn’s General Manager Corinne Finn Heyl is working with Chef Cummings to further innovate the menus.

“Chef Cummings is very creative, and he’s making some exciting enhancements," says Finn Heyl. “Plus, we’re offering his cuisine in off-thebeaten-path locales through new excursions.”

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Outdoor Culinary Adventures

Experience elegant meals on a remote beach or private island “What’s that?” When Weekapaug Inn guests spot people having an elegant meal on an island in the middle of Quonochontaug Pond, they want to do it too.

And they can. It’s just one of the private adventures guests can book with Weekapaug Inn’s new Naturalist and Director of Recreation. Captain Teddy Beahm, who took on the role when Mark Bullinger retired, is continuing the tradition of helping guests to discover local nature and engage with their surroundings. A former

marine and U.S. Coast Guard certified boat captain, Beahm joined the Inn after working at Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort in Wailea, Maui, Hawaii.

His knowledge of ecology and love for the coast make him the perfect tour guide for guests' adventures, whether it involves boating, birdwatching or beachside exploring.

Captain Teddy takes the wheel of a high-speed boat designed to motor through shallow water, and steers a four-wheel Jeep off road to beautiful remote beaches. Activities can include fishing, swimming, biking and hiking.

And food plays an important role, from casual bento box lunches on the beach, to elegant seated multi-course dinners with wine. “The food and beverage side is huge to me because it goes hand-in-hand with the natural world and the Rhode Island coast,” says Beahm. At sunset, the natural world gets active with birds and fish feeding.

Tiki torches and lanterns light a simple, yet elegantly dressed table, surrounded by bamboo folding chairs. The settings, with their expansive views, and experiences are so wonderful, guests don’t want to leave. (Keep that in mind when you’re booking.)

And another funny thing? Guests dining on their own private Island in the middle of Quonnie Pond look to the shore, and see— The Pondhouse. And they say, “What’s that? I want to try that too.” And they do.

The food and beverage side is huge to me because it goes hand-in-hand with the natural world and the Rhode Island coast.

— Captain Teddy Beahm Weekapaug Inn Naturalist and Director of Recreation

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Women of Watch Hill

LOCAL HISTORY

by CAPTAIN JACK SPRATT

Above: Vintage postcard of summer trolley trips to Watch Hill.

The end of a beautiful Watch Hill day in Village Park: The salt air is filled with music from the Flying Horse Carousel and sprinkled with children’s laughter; the melody soars up and over the village on the wings of gulls, gliding down Bay Street. A line forms at the ice cream window of St. Clair Annex. Beach-goers heading for the parking lot congregate, as the yacht club prepares its signal gun. Boaters come on deck carrying drinks and air horns, while couples spread blankets on the grass. BOOM! The club gun fires; startled, the unsuspecting jump, and the harbor reverberates with the ear-piercing sound. In the words of writer Edith Wharton, it is another spectacular Watch Hill summer sunset “lagooned in gold.”

The Artists of Village Park Women of vision and skill have given Watch

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Hill a lasting gift of beauty. Here in Village Park lives the spirit of Chief Ninigret, depicted crouching, noodling Kwam (fish) and gazing across the Bay, enshrined in the statuary fountain by sculptor Enid Bland Yandell (18691934). The Dreamer, a sculpture by Sylvia Shaw Judson (1897-1978) atop the water fountain, captures a boy in peaceful contemplation.

The subtle effects of sunset shadows upon the seascape and plantings were envisioned by prominent landscape architect and summer cottager Marian Cruger Coffin (1876-1957).

The park is a historical monument to these artists and to generations of Watch Hill women.

Watch Hill Improvement Society Chartered by a group of eight men in 1889, The Watch Hill Improvement Society (WHIS) facilitated a Fire District Charter and brought town water, fire hydrants, sidewalks and street lighting. The men turned the Society over to the women of the Hill in 1901, having “rendered Watch Hill a more inviting and desirable place of residence.”1 In 1996, it was renamed Watch Hill Memorial Library and Improvement Society (WHMLIS).

While men pursued careers in the city, visiting for short stays, women summering at the seashore enjoyed new-found freedom, unimaginable from the subordination to patriarchal dominance and pigeon-holes of society life described in the writings of Edith Wharton and Henry James. James coined the term “new women,” emblematic of women pushing back against society-imposed limits.

Although unable to hold office or vote, the women, self-proclaimed “IMPS” (from

“Improvement Society”) essentially ran Watch Hill’s quasi-municipal fire district.

The Society had dirt streets oiled and boardwalks built to the club and beach. They secured year-round police presence and a jail cell; maintained the Flying Horse Carousel; sprayed for mosquitoes; eliminated sewage in the bay; and advocated for an American La France pumper and fire station after the devastating 1916 fire. The Society raised funds through donations; fête champêtre; art, fashion and pet shows; and water carnivals. They also sponsored children’s events like the Fourth of July bicycle parade.

In spring 1938, a fire burned the central Sisson block, and a hurricane followed that fall.

The “IMPS” were instrumental in rebuilding the community.

Village Park Preservation and the Future Looking at the park’s evolution from 1889 to 1940, one can appreciate the impact of women and their role in resort community government; the arts and architecture; and the changes in American attitudes toward nature and landscape.

Through the stewardship of the “IMPS;” generous female patronage; and the pioneering artists Enid Yandell, Marian Cruger Coffin and Sylvia Shaw Judson, a remarkable sisterhood has endured, and the park has survived disaster and development.

REFERENCES 1. Barnes, Chaplin. (2005). Watch Hill Through Time.

2. Healy, Harry. (1922, August). The Garden Magazine.

3. Blog. (2012, May). "Enid Yandell’s The Gibson Girl."

Kentucky Online Arts Resource Blog.

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Discover the trailblazing female artists behind Village Park

Three Visionary Artists Leave their mark on historic Village Park Marian Cruger Coffin Landscape Architect

During the Great Depression, WHIS engaged trailblazing landscape architect Marian Cruger Coffin to design Village Park, including 17 Above: Marian Cruger memorial benches.

Coffin at her Watch Hill Among Coffin’s home. landscape designs are Winterthur, the Henry Francis du Pont estate; New York Botanical Gardens’ rose garden; and smaller projects around Watch Hill, including those at her cottage Wendover, and The Lottery, home of Sara Means Spencer, who was instrumental in her commission.2 It was acceptable for women to design domestic gardens; however, men dominated public commissions and landscape architecture. As a pioneering professional Coffin had her challenges, writing of attending M.I.T. in 1901: “I was fired with desire to enter the Institute in spite of the fact that at the time, as noted by Martha Brookes Hutcheson [another female landscape architect] it was considered almost social suicide and distinctly matrimonial suicide, for a woman to enter any profession.”

Coffin’s work was featured in The Garden Magazine, and she maintained homes in New Haven, CT, and Watch Hill. Even during the Great Depression, she was able to employ an assistant and driver.

Above: Designs for Village Park by Landscape Architect Marian Cruger Coffin (1936).

Enid Yandell Artist

Enid Yandell, following American artists and writers to Paris on what David McCullough described as The Greater Journey, studied or worked with Lorado Taft, Auguste Rodin Above: The artist in her Paris studio with a model and Augustus from Buffalo Bill Circus.

Saint-Gaudens, eventually opening her own Paris studio. She became nationally recognized for her caryatids on the Women’s Building at the Chicago Columbia Exhibition, World’s Fair of 1893; her miniature designs for Tiffany; and the Daniel Boone and Pallas Athena statutes. Her Gibson Girl sculpture “embodied America’s modern ideal women, with her new (often daring!) feministic values of self-reliance and self-assurance. All while maintaining her sense of femininity.”3 Yandell’s Chief Ninigret commission was a gift to Watch Hill by land developer Frances Canby Biddle Griscom in memory of husband Clement Acton Griscom, a shipping magnate who died in 1912. The Chief Ninigret statue—like the sachem Ninigret, who trekked throughout what is today New York, Pennsylvania and New England negotiating with tribal leaders—traveled exhaustively from Paris to Watch Hill. Chief Ninigret was re-dedicated on the south end of Village Park, then in a later park restoration to the north end of the park where it lives today.

Above: Enid Yandell’s 1914 sculpture Chief Ninigret was orginally located at Ninigret Avenue and Westerly Road. Today it graces Village Park's north end.

Sylvia Shaw Judson Artist

The Dreamer, donated

by Gertrude Hoy Watts (an accomplished and award-winning Above: The artist Sylvia gardener and Garden Shaw Judson Club of America member) in memory of husband Ridley Watts, was added to the park in 1940.

It was commissioned by the Society from Sylvia Shaw Judson (later Sylvia Shaw Judson Haskins), known for many years first as the daughter of Chicago architect Howard Shaw.

Judson, who trained at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, followed in Enid Yandell’s footsteps, journeying to Paris to study at the Academy Grande Chaumière with Atelier Bourdelle. Judson’s works include garden sculptures and her 1959 monument of Mary Dyer, a martyred Quaker. In 1960, First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy acquired a second casting of The Little Gardener for the White House Rose Garden. After Judson’s death, her Bird Girl, photographed by John David Leigh II, gained fame on the cover of John Berendt’s 1994 book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil and in the movie directed by Clint Eastwood.

Left: The Dreamer after restoration was completed in 2017. The project was overseen

by Watch Hill Memorial Library & Improvement Society (WHMLIS).

Above: Sylvia Shaw Judson’s 1940 sculpture at the south end of Village Park.

Captain Jack Spratt Captain Jack, Master and Captain of sailing vessel TRIM AGAIN and Motor yacht ENCORE, is a Watch Hill resident, retired fire department member and has sailed these waters for 35 years. Known for historical talks at Ocean House and Mystic Seaport Museum, he’s written three books on area history. Look for his talks at OH during the summer months. To learn more and for additional reading, visit Captain Jack Spratt’s blog watch-hill-RI.com.

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CUISINE

by ELIZABETH KEYSER

photography by CHIP RIEGEL, ANDY RYAN and TOM CURRY

SAVOR YOUR STAY H I S TO R I C L E X I N G TO N , M A S S AC H U S E T T S

Inn at Hastings Park offers private dining, cooking lessons, weekly menus and wine pairings

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Whispering Angel Culinary Garden

This enchanting garden reopened in spring, with tasting menus for lunch and dinner for

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intimate groups of six to 12. Menus reflect a passion for seasonal, locally raised food and Lexington’s agricultural community. The optional pairing of Château d’Esclans rosés includes world-class wines. The vineyard in Provence started the rosé renaissance with Whispering Angel, the popular blush-hued, dry and refreshing wine.

The rosés that accompany each course are poured into a curated selection of Bacarrat crystal glasses. Four raised garden beds filled with herbs, vegetables and edible flowers surround a big wood farmhouse table. Pale pink accents, inspired by the wines, appear in

Above: The Inn's main house was built in 1880.

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Town Meeting Bistro; Freshly made pasta; Classic décor with a twist; Afternoon tea service; Pérez Kennealy in the Inn's lobby

tableware, pillows and throws. In the evening, strings of Edison lights cast a gentle light and candles flicker on the table. It is a most magical space.

Whispering Angel Culinary Garden is also available for private interactive cooking instruction, complete with tasting menus.

Champagne Brunch

On weekends, the Inn at Hasting Park’s fourcourse Champagne Brunch is offered in the Culinary Garden, on the porch and inside Town Meeting Bistro. It also can be ordered to take out. Served in the rustic luxury of the Inn’s

PHOTO BY ANDY RYAN

he menus are coming! The menus are coming! The legendary call of Paul Revere gets a delicious update this spring and summer at the Inn at Hasting Park with four revolutionary ways to enjoy luxurious, seasonal private dining and culinary experiences.

The bounty of Lexington, Massachusetts' farms, transformed in the hands of talented chefs, can be savored at the Whispering Angel Culinary Garden, Weekend Champagne Brunch, Weekly Tasting Menus and monthly immersive Culinary Weekends. And the Inn gives back to the community with Dining for a Cause events each month.

Inn owner and Ocean House Management Culinary Ambassador Trisha Pérez Kennealy infuses each dining experience with her passion to share her culinary training—she’s a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu in London, and holds Diplômes de Cuisine and de Pâtisserie.

The Inn’s culinary offerings are grounded in Lexington’s rich and thriving agricultural history. Whether in person or on Zoom, Pérez Kennealy’s energy and devotion to excellence help create a fun, interactive atmosphere.

Reservations are required.

FOOD PHOTOS BY TOM CURRY; PORTRAIT BY CHIP RIEGEL; INTERIORS BY ANDY RYAN

grounds, the meal begins with tiered silver trays filled with sweet and savory treats, housebaked pastries, fresh, seasonal fruit, local cheese and charcuterie, and shellfish.

The first plated course offers salads, clam chowder or lobster fritters. Main course options include plated 48-Hour Brisket Hash, Eggs Benedict, Rory’s Buttermilk Pancakes, roasted salmon and the popular Hastings Burger.

The tiered silver platters return with dessert, an array of mini treats baked by pastry chef Shayna Shaw. They change with the season, these adorable little cheesecakes, chocolate mousse, and fruit and berry tarts.

And cookies, “Guests love it when cookies are decorated for the season,” says Pérez Kennealy.

To drink, a glass of sparkling wine comes with brunch. Guests may order additional bubbles or bloodies, including the traditional Hastings Bloody, and a new spicy kicker made with jalapeño vodka, steeped in-house. Drinks can be ordered to go, with the brunch.

“The thing about brunch is, there’s always someone at the table who wants breakfast and there’s always someone who wants lunch, says Pérez Kennealy. “We make them both happy.”

Weekly Seasonal Menu

Town Meeting Bistro Executive Chef Michael Arnold is creating weekly seasonal threecourse dinners. Available for dining-in or taking-out, the menu has guest favorites like clam chowder and lobster fritters—and changes it up by exploring the cuisines and cultures that make Lexington’s community so strong, including Pérez Kennealy’s Puerto Rican and Jewish heritage. The choice of three appetizers, entrées and dessert will incorporate the freshest seasonal produce from local farms and fisheries, with lots of choices for vegetarians. “It’s fun and it gives our guests something to look forward to,” says Pérez Kennealy.

Regulars can still order beloved signature dishes from Town Meeting Bistro’s bar menu.

Locals are known for coming in the same day every week for their preferred dish, like the roasted wild king salmon. And who can blame them? “We really make sure that our loyal

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guests can enjoy their favorite meals,” says Pérez Kennealy.

Culinary Immersion Weekend

Each month, Pérez Kennealy hosts a Culinary Immersion Weekend at the Inn. Designed for a group of family or friends, up to eight people, it offers 20 hours of instruction, visits to local farms, meals prepared by their own hands, and a tasting and pairing menu prepared by Executive Chef Michael Arnold.

Pérez Kennealy shares the techniques she

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learned at Le Cordon Bleu in London, from knife skills to the building blocks of classic cuisine. Check-in is at noon Friday, and the guests dive into their first cooking session, simmering vegetables, aromatics and bones into stocks, the foundation of the soups, gravies and sauces they will later create. After a break for lunch, Pérez Kennealy teaches how to roast chicken, beef and vegetables, and to pan-sear salmon. The group makes three kinds of potatoes: roasted, mashed and sweet.

Friday evening, they partake in a dinner party they’ve helped cook. “I teach them how to do

Top row: Pérez Kennealy offers cooking lessons, lunch and dinner at the Whispering Angel Culinary Garden.

Bottom row: Previous dishes include corn chowder with grilled cheese and sun-dried tomato and eggplant pizzettes.

all the prep so they can enjoy their own dinner parties,” says Pérez Kennealy. Guests begin the meal with a glass of Whispering Angel rosé.

Saturday morning, they start with eggs, an important part of culinary techniques, cracking them into bowls and hot pans, to fry, scramble or transform into a fluffy omelet. Last night’s roasted beef and vegetables become the basis for breakfast hash. And Pérez Kennealy teaches guests the secret to Rory’s Pancakes, an Inn favorite created by her teenage son.

After feasting on the three-course breakfast they’ve learned to cook, guests set out on an

EVENTS FOR FOOD LOVERS Culinary Immersion Weekends April 23-25: Springtime cooking with craft cocktails May 14-16: Family meals with mocktails June 4-6: Grilling with summer cocktails September 17-19: Tailgating with bourbon tasting October 8-10: Octoberfest with beer tasting

Dining for a Cause

Each month, the Inn at Hastings Park partners with a local nonprofit for a fundraising dinner. Whether on-site or as a virtual event where guests pick up meals to go, Pérez Kennealy and her staff design three-course menus that include signature drinks. (A special sangria for a Puerto Rican-themed meal.) Half of the proceeds go to the nonprofit. Beneficiaries have included MAZON, a group dedicated to ending hunger. “It’s a way for us to get out into the community and help struggling nonprofits,” says Pérez Kennealy. Check innathastingspark.com for upcoming dinners and menus.

Virtual Cooking Classes

agrarian tour, visiting two farms where the Inn sources ingredients. They visit Wilson Farm, a family farm since the 1800s, which grows a bounty of greens, vegetables, tomatoes and corn. At Codman Farm in Lincoln, heritage breeds of chickens and pigs are raised by sustainable methods. After a tour, guests enjoy a ploughman’s lunch of local cheeses and charcuterie, packed in a handmade Peterboro picnic basket.

Back at the hotel, the group can relax over afternoon tea, a tribute to Pérez Kennealy’s training in England. In the evening,

the participants resume their role as guests and enjoy the chef’s multi-course tasting, served with pairings of distilled or brewed spirits.

Sunday morning’s last lessons focus on brunch, making short crust for quiches, learning salads and vinaigrettes, as well as what Pérez Kennealy describes as a “straightforward cake,” with a variety of glazes. The Culinary Immersion Weekend has become popular with guests, as tourism within 50 miles of home surges in popularity. Each weekend event highlights a seasonal theme.

With families unable to travel to spend holidays together, Pérez Kennealy works with hosts to design menus, and organizes delivery of ingredients to each guest’s door, with an instruction booklet outlining a few prep steps. Then the guests join an interactive online cooking lesson that leads to a delicious dinner.

She sets up the Zoom, teaches the class, and then steps off when the time comes for guests to sit down to enjoy dinner together. She’s organized a virtual event for six families, and for corporate groups in lieu of on-site team building. “We so want you to be here with us,” says Pérez Kennealy, “but if you can’t get here, we can bring the experience to you, and work with you virtually.”

Top: Seasonal vegetables are sourced from local farms.

Bottom: Private groups of six to 12 can try tasting menus at The Whispering Angel Culinary Garden.

Farm and Vine Dinners

Since 2014, the Inn has hosted a series of dinners with vintners from across the country. Look for updates at innathastingspark.com.

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by KIM KAVIN

photography by CHIP RIEGEL, NICK BROWN and JUSTINE CHANG

Hilltop Lodge Opens PRESERVE SPORTING CLUB & RESIDENCES

New luxury suites debut with world-class OH! Spa and café

Above: A new hotel-style building with a restaurant and spa, the Hilltop Lodge has 24 well-appointed guest suites.

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he all-new OH! Spa and Hilltop Café are open at Preserve Sporting Club & Residences, and guests who visit the magnificent 3,500-acre property have their choice of accommodations that can personalize the one-of-a-kind experience even further.

“Everything that we learned from 10 years of operating the OH! Spa at Ocean House has been improved upon and incorporated into OH! Spa at The Preserve,” says Daniel Hostettler, President and Group Managing Director of Ocean House Management Collection. “From a physical design standpoint, we took a thoughtful approach in creating a dynamic and appealing space for spa-goers.

The treatments will complement the menu at OH! Spa at Ocean House.”

OH! Spa at The Preserve has 10 treatment rooms, men’s and women’s locker rooms with saunas and steam rooms, indoor plunge pools, outdoor swimming pools for adults only, a pilates studio and a gymnasium.

“What makes it so unique is that we have day and night experiences,” says Paul Mihailides, Chairman of The Preserve. “Some people really like to get massages in the dark because it’s relaxing, but other people like to get massages out on the beach in the daylight. So, we have complete blackout rooms that you can open to the outdoors and be immersed in nature. You can choose day or night conditions.”

There is also a dedicated area just off the spa where guests in the middle of treatments can enjoy a meal from the new Hilltop Café without entering the restaurant or changing out of their bathrobes.

Hilltop Café serves breakfast and lunch daily. Its menu focuses on light meals such as salads, sandwiches and vegetarian dishes, with a juice and wellness bar for smoothies and more. Guests dining in the café can see into the kitchen through a glass wall, further heightening the culinary experience.

When guests are ready to return to their accommodations, they have a choice of living

INSIDE THE LUXURIOUS SUITES AT HILLTOP LODGE Below: Hilltop Lodge suites are equipped with a full kitchen, laundry facilities and private patio. With options ranging from one to three bedrooms, the largest unit is 2,600 square feet.

styles that are exclusive to The Preserve.

The newly built Hilltop Lodge is a fourstory, hotel-style building that houses the OH! Spa and Hilltop Café. The Hilltop Lodge includes 24 suites—each with one to three bedrooms, and as large as 2,600 square feet— that are patterned after the signature suites at Ocean House. Each suite has a full kitchen, laundry facilities and a private patio with views of The Preserve property.

Those wanting a different ambience can choose The Preserve’s Townhomes on the Green, which are at the heart of the resort next to the swimming pool, golf course and other amenities. “They’re a little more contemporary with two or three bedrooms,” says Hostettler.

For the ultimate luxury stay, signature Laurel Ridge homes offer spaciousness in five distinct configurations. Yet another option are The Preserve’s more secluded tiny homes, Cozy Cabins, which are about 500 to 1,500 square feet apiece and located in the property’s Blueberry Hill nature area. Hostettler describes the cottages as “rugged and elegant, like ski cottages in Aspen,” and ideal for couples.

“All of these units are for sale,” says Hostettler. “They can be placed back into a rental program by the owner with the resort.

You can essentially buy it and put it back into the rental program. You use it when you’re there, and when you’re not there, you split the revenue with the resort.”

Guests who enjoy staying in any of these residences at The Preserve also can become members of the property, with multiple types of membership available.

A Clays membership at The Preserve provides access to the property’s 19-station sporting clays course, along with use of the seasonal pool, Double Barrel Kitchen and gun range. A Ram membership allows all of the privileges of Clays, plus access to the entire gamut of amenities 12 days per year; while Preserve membership provides full access to the property 365 days a year, and the ability to

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“Full membership is the complete experience of what sporting lifestyle living should be...

Anything you can dream about, we have at The Preserve.”

—PAUL MIHAILIDES Chairman of Preserve Sporting Club & Residences

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pass your membership on as a legacy.

“Full membership is the complete experience of what sporting lifestyle living should be,” says Mihailides. “It’s your own private estate with every amenity. If you want to stay on the property 365 days a year, you can.”

And there will always be something different for members and guests to experience, adds Mihailides. For instance, The Preserve just opened Double Barrel Kitchen with a seasonal upscale menu, featuring daily game specials and the freshest local ingredients.

The signature restaurant is located in the Main Lodge, near a brand new Hunter®

Boots Borrowing Closet, which—just as at the Weekapaug Inn—is stocked with boots and jackets that guests may borrow to enjoy the property’s many outdoor activities.

For a truly singular culinary and bourbon experience, guests can dine in one of The Preserve’s two Maker’s Mark Hobbit Houses.

They are spaces built into hillside boulders with stone walls and floors, and with tree trunks as part of the architecture, evoking the fantasy of J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic tale The Hobbit.

“Anything you can dream about,” Mihailides says, “we have at The Preserve.”

Real Estate Opportunities

PHOTOGRAPHY: CHIP RIEGEL

Own a piece of the Preserve and enjoy four seasons of an amenity-rich sporting club.

From sleek condos to rustic cabins, there are housing styles for everyone.

HILLTOP LODGE CONDOMINIUMS // Unit G2 + G4 combined

Middle row: Mihailides with Andy Berman and children, and the Todd kids; New Hunter® Boots Borrowing Closet; Members have access to the swimming pool.

Bottom row: One of many hiking trails; There are two Maker's Mark Hobbit Houses offering private dining with bourbon pairings.

PHOTOS: ELLERY YAHIA PHOTOGRAPHY

Top row: Double Barrel Kitchen at the Main Lodge; Preserve Chairman Paul Mihailides enjoys The Preserve Reserve from Maker's Mark.

PHOTOGRAPHY: PORTRAIT OF PAUL AND FAMILY SHOT CONTRIBUTED BY THE PRESERVE; HIKERS BY ADOBE STOCK.COM; ALL OTHER PHOTOS BY CHIP RIEGEL

Enjoy effortless living in this 3,350 square-foot condo with stylish interiors, vaulted ceilings and a chef’s kitchen.

Featuring a spacious single-level, open floorplan, it offers a generous dining area, spa-like baths with radiant heated flooring and an inviting living room with stone fireplace.

5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths

COZY CABINS ON BLUEBERRY HILL // Unit TH3 Modern and efficient, the new Cozy Cabins lend a luxurious touch to a minimalist concept. The homes have an eat-in kitchen, high-end finishes and custom furniture.

Two-story windows and cathedral ceilings give it an airy feel. 1 bedroom plus loft, 1 full bath Preserve Club membership included with tiny home purchase, through July 31, 2021. For details, contact Lexi Beahm at 401.539.4653 or lbeahm@ohmcollection.com.

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SPECIAL OCCASIONS

by JAMIE MARSHALL

Wedding Party Two Couples Reimagine their Big Day with Spectacular Celebrations

Left: Jonathan Shockley (left) and Taylor Mawhinney celebrate at Ocean House. Right: Bride Dakota D'amato loves the "homey feel" of Weekapaug Inn.

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s the Group Meetings & Special Events Manager for Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn, Lauren DiStefano is no stranger to wedding day curveballs—hurricanes, blizzards, windstorms, she’s seen it all. So, when a global pandemic threatened to upend the resort’s 2020 wedding season, she took it all in stride. “The first couple of months were crazy,” she says. “But then we were given a set of concrete rules to follow. I found that very supportive and enlightening. After that we were okay.” For the two couples featured here, the process was more than okay. Though each had to make some adjustments to their original vision, in the end, thanks to DiStefano and her team, they got the wedding of their dreams—and then some.

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akota D’Amato and Nick Olsen met three years ago at a Halloween party when they were both living and working in Austin, Texas.

Even then they knew they would eventually move back to the East Coast, to be closer to their families. So, it was only fitting that when it came time to plan their 2020 nuptials, the couple immediately thought of Weekapaug Inn in Westerly, where Nick’s family had a summer home. “We were both very adamant about it,” says Dakota. “We are laid-back people, and the Inn has a homey feel that appeals to us.”

They envisioned a weekend affair with 200-plus guests and all the trimmings, including a 10-piece band from Boston.

They chose October 3, booked the entire Inn, contracted the vendors and sent out

Below: Crisp fall colors and casual elegance set the perfect tone for this Weekapaug Inn wedding.

photography by SHANNON O'NEIL PHOTOGRAPHY

invitations. And then—in March, Rhode Island went into lockdown. “That’s when everything started going up in smoke,” says Nick. “We went back and forth. We’ll call it off, we won’t call it off. At one point, we threw up our hands and Lauren said, ‘I got it.’” Indeed, with Lauren as a steadying influence, the couple moved forward with a modified version. By then, most vendors had been released and new ones had to be hired.

"I contacted people I knew who would deliver a really great experience,” says DiStefano.

Friday evening’s rehearsal dinner set the tone with a casual clambake at the Weekapaug Golf Club. The next day, backdropped by an autumn-hued floral arch, the couple exchanged vows on the Guest Lawn. After enjoying cocktails and a raw bar by the pool, guests made

their way into the tent, a collaboration between Ryan Designs and Broadview Florists. The bridal party and spouses were seated at a long wooden farm table, while smaller round tables were set for groups of six. The couple had fun with the dessert menu, which featured mini apple pies, chocolate mousse shooters, cookie dough lollipops and apple cider donuts.

One Love Band kept the mood upbeat; for the after-party OHM Food Truck showed up with breakfast snacks. “The whole weekend was perfect,” says Dakota. Adds Nick: “For me the best part was everybody saying how much fun they were having. Everyone had been locked in their homes for months, and they still turned out for us. The Inn helped make it all happen in a safe, yet very memorable way.”

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JONATHAN SHOCKLEY AND TAYLOR MAWHINNEY

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oon after they got engaged in 2018, Jonathan and Taylor started planning their June 2020 destination wedding in the Bahamas. “We had been going to Harbor Island every year since we first met,” says Taylor. “We fell in love with the island’s aesthetic and pink sand beaches.” In March, just as invitations were about to go out, COVID-19 shut the island down. “At first we thought we would postpone, but then we realized this virus wasn’t going away quickly,” says Jonathan.

He immediately called Ocean House, a Watch Hill landmark he had known from childhood and where he and Taylor had their first local date. “We loved Ocean House and had already talked to Lauren about doing a post-wedding party for our local friends there,” he says. “That turned into our wedding.” Both men have a

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Below: From cocktails and croquet to a classic lobster bake, this Ocean House wedding had an island feel with a New England twist.

photography by MAGGIE CONLEY PHOTOGRAPHY

background in fashion and design, and they formulated a new vision to match their change in venue. “We wanted to incorporate a hint of the islands, while paying a nod to the New England setting. Lauren got it immediately,” says Taylor. “They were inspired by Ralph Lauren and that upscale causal American lifestyle,” she says. “We really pulled from that.”

On Friday night, guests enjoyed cocktails and croquet on the South Lawn, before meandering down to the beach for a traditional lobster bake. Before finding their socially distanced seats at the ceremony on Saturday,

as their best friend, Chelsea, officiated.

Afterward, everyone gathered on the Seaside Terrace for Veuve Clicquot champagne served in chic orange flutes. A seated dinner followed, with tables arrayed beneath a Ryan Designs canopy of hanging basket lanterns edged with little white lights. Each table sported a fun blue and white ikat linen; Hana Floral centerpieces were a mix of peony and hydrangea accented with palm and monstera.

A trio, featuring the resort's own pianist, Al Copley, played background music throughout the dazzling meal, capped off by a three-tiered

guests stopped for welcome bags filled with hand sanitizer, his and her face masks, and macarons from Sift Bake Shop. Jonathan’s mother walked the couple’s dog, William, down the aisle, and the couple exchanged vows

carrot cake.

“He does fun upbeat oldies and jazz standards,” says Jonathan. “It made the reception feel like a big dinner party, intimate and festive.”

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THE SPRING & SUMMER ANNUAL Ocean House, Weekapaug Inn and The Preserve feature a full calendar of events and experiences for the spring and summer.

Traditional New England lobster boils are a summer favorite for guests.

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WINE & CULINARY ARTS

For the budding wine expert and the food aficionado alike, Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn offer foodie and wine events. These yearround series offer an inside look at the farm-to-table philosophy with hands-on culinary opportunities, farm-fresh wine and beer dinners, and wine education seminars.

Brewmaster’s Dinner

S’mores are a year-round treat.

Below: Ocean House serves up lobster bisque.

At Weekapaug Inn, you can enjoy New England’s bounty in season, plus ice cold beer pairings, during an immersive culinary experience. The series highlights a different local brewery at each event.

Family-style courses are expertly paired with a delicious craft beer.

Champagne & Oysters During this event, shucking instruction will be offered and oyster appetizers will be served paired with wines.

The Naturalist will also be on hand to go over the natural and human history of the native oyster.

Farm & Vine Dinner Series Using fresh, seasonal ingredients from a local farm, notable chefs from across the country join forces with the Ocean House culinary team to craft exquisite three-course meals that are carefully paired with wines from distinguished wineries around the world.

From Vine to Wine Series Once a month, Ocean House hosts an exclusive wine event.

Engage with the Director of Wine Education to discuss the chosen topic and sample a selection of wines during this Saturday seminar.

In the Cellar Series Join our Food Forager and Sommelier to explore the symphonic world of food and beverage. Find out why certain combinations complement each other so well.

On select Saturdays each month, join the Ocean House Food Forager for this series.

Work hands-on with members of the culinary team in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts as you master the art of the soufflé, preserve the flavors of the season, and much more. Take home an Ocean House apron and recipes from your class.

Wine Camp Weekend With the Ocean House Director of Wine and Sommelier as your guide, take part in this hands-on seasonal experience that includes tastings, an exclusive tour of a nearby winery during harvest and an opportunity to craft your own unique blend.

There are a variety of programs offered for guests at our resorts. Classic films are

Movie Nights Come one, come all!

Find your seat in the Ocean House Screening Room and enjoy the show with freshly popped popcorn and sweet treats from Below Deck.

Movies & Pizza on the Beach

In the Kitchen Culinary Education Series

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

screened in the Screening Room, colorful cabaret performances are put on in the Drawing Room, and love songs can be heard on the Pond where guests sit under the moonlight.

Build your own pizza and enjoy a contemporary film beachside. Movies shown are produced by Disney, Pixar, DreamWorks and 20th Century Animation.

Author Series Meet local authors, who will share anecdotes about their newly published memoirs and novels. Books will be available for purchase.

ART ADVENTURES

These programs encompass art education and lectures, guided tours and exhibits with a little wine sipping mixed in. On select weekends, through the Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence Program, we invite talented local artists to showcase their work.

Guests are invited to interact with the artists, learn about their process and engage in creative activities.

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NATURALIST

Explore nature’s wonders with expert guidance from Weekapaug Inn’s resident naturalist. Comb the beach for treasures, identify native creatures in the salt pond or take in the beauty of a full moon with new friends. Whatever the season, the Inn offers a variety of programs and events to discover the natural beauty of our surroundings.

CELEBRATIONS & HOLIDAYS

Allow our team to take care of the details for any holiday. Join us for celebrations large and small—like Mother’s Day or Independence Day— and enjoy inspired cuisine, five-star service and good old-fashioned fun!

Signature Events Our most talked-about musical and culinary affairs as well as special events are not to be missed! Enjoy gourmet cuisine, musical entertainment and a spectacular setting at year-round events you’ll remember for years to come.

OCEAN HOUSE As we continue to maintain safety standards and follow health regulations, events are subject to change. Visit oceanhouseevents. com for the most current schedule.

PLEASE NOTE: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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Children’s Easter Tea in Ballroom Enjoy a lovely, proper tea in our ballroom, with an assortment of mini sandwiches, petit fours and performance from special guests that will delight your little ones. 2:30 p.m.; $55/ adult*, $35/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Annual Easter Egg Roll & Hunt Hop over to Ocean House for the annual Easter Egg Roll and Hunt! The East Lawn buzzes with excitement as children race to the finish line, collecting treasures and treats along the way.

10 a.m.; $15 donation for outside guests

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Easter Brunch in Seaside Ballroom The Ballroom fills with family and friends (and the Easter Bunny!) as you feast

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on an impressive, holidayinspired brunch featuring all of the traditional favorites.

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; $85/adult*, $45/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Easter in COAST

Enjoy an unforgettable Five-Star, four-course meal in COAST on Easter Sunday.

Chef and his talented team deliver a spectacular culinary experience, while expansive views over the Atlantic set the backdrop for this spectacular meal.

12 to 4:00 p.m.; $125/person*, optional wine pairing $95/person*

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From Vine to Wine: Wines of South America Join our Wine Director in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts for a unique wine tasting, as you discover the wines of Chile, Argentina and Uruguay. 11 a.m.; $75/person*

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In the Cellar: Local Harvest & Local Wines Enjoy the bounty from the best of Southern New England’s produce, seafood and meats, along with wines from Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island in our Center for Wine & Culinary Arts.

11 a.m.; $75/person*

23 APRIL ART ADVENTURES

Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Artisan Reception Meet Joe Higgins, who has been practicing the art of Gyotaku for over a decade.

Gyotaku is a unique, ancient Eastern art form of creating lifelike impressions of fish using ink and paper. 5 p.m.; complimentary, including wine and cheese

24 APRIL ART ADVENTURES

Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Fish Prints Workshop Learn the art of Gyotaku with Joe Higgins as he teaches guests to use fish and inks to make beautiful sea life artwork, and bring home a treasured work of art.

9 a.m.; $145/person*

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In the Kitchen: Spring Fruits & Vegetables

Work closely with our Food Forager as she displays some of the finest spring ingredients, and teaches you how to cook them perfectly.

From fiddleheads to favas, we will be creating seasonal dishes to showcase the short but marvelous spring in New England. 11 a.m.; $75/person*

25 APRIL ART ADVENTURES

Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Meet & Greet Joe Higgins Enjoy a chance to speak

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

with Joe, learn more about his craft, and view some of his distinguished pieces showcasing the art of Gyotaku. 9 a.m.; complimentary, including coffee, tea and pastries

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Yankee Magazine Artisan in Residence: Up Close & Personal Lecture Join artist Joe Higgins for an Up, Close & Personal lecture about his artistic journey into the art of Gyotaku (creating lifelike prints of fish on paper). Light refreshments will be served.

2 p.m.; complimentary, including wine and cheese

25 APRIL M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Movie Night: Shirley Temple Movie Series: Rebecca of Sunnybrook Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bitesized candy. 6 p.m.; $15/ person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Farm + Vine Dinner

Join us for an unforgettable spring evening at Ocean House, with an exquisite multi-course wine dinner in COAST. A special guest chef will prepare culinary delights with the freshest ingredients from a featured

SPRING & SUMMER ANNUAL Enjoy a delectable brunch, expertly crafted for the occasion by our talented culinary experts. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; $85/person*, $45/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary

The Children’s Easter Tea is a must-attend annual tradition for all ages.

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Mother’s Day in COAST Make Ocean House the setting of a memorable Mother’s Day celebration.

Long views over the Atlantic, inspired Five-Star cuisine and world-class service make this the perfect occasion to honor someone special.

12 to 4:00 p.m.; $125/person*, optional wine pairing $95/ person* farm, each dish expertly paired with wines from Il Borro winery of Tuscany.

7 p.m.; $135/person*

8 MAY WINE & CULINARY ARTS

From Vine to Wine: Rosé in May Have you ever wondered about the process behind the delightfully sweet and

PHOTOGRAPHY: CWCA BY REINHARD S OKOL

tart rosé wine? Learn with us as our Group Director of Wine guides you through an afternoon tasting of rosé wines in our Center for Wine and Culinary Arts. 11 a.m.; $75/person*

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Children’s Mother’s Day Tea Celebrate Mother’s Day with a whimsical tea party hosted by Ocean House.

The young and the young at heart are invited to enjoy our signature teatime, complete with tea cakes, snacks and assorted desserts. The interactive affair, which features a performance, is a special way to celebrate mom and make lasting memories for all. Disney characters Ariel and Rapunzel will be in attendance. 2:30 p.m.; $55/ adult*, $35/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary

15 MAY WINE & CULINARY ARTS

In the Cellar: Provence Cuisine and French Rosé Wine Join our Director of Wine and our Director of Culinary Education in welcoming summer back with the refreshing tastes of rosé wines and the cuisine of Provence (the French region that put rosé on the map!).

11 a.m.; $75/person*

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These classic French cookie sandwiches are a perfect gift or snack any time of the year. Learn the methods of a French meringue, sweet buttercreams and piping tips to really perfect the art of macaron-making. 11 a.m.; $75/person*

Celebrate the start of the summer season at Ocean House with an exquisite multi-course wine dinner in COAST. This unforgettable dinner will feature a special guest chef who will prepare culinary delights with the freshest ingredients from a featured farm, each dish expertly paired with wines from Château de Berne of Provence.

7 p.m.; $135/person*

In the Kitchen: French Macarons

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Movie Night: Shirley Temple Movie Series: Heidi Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bitesized candy. 6 p.m.; $15/person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Farm + Vine Dinner

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In the Cellar: Rum and Foods of the Tropics Travel to the Caribbean from the comfort of the Center for Wine and Culinary Arts as you experience the tropics’ exotic cuisine and taste the unique flavors of the region’s best rums!

3 p.m.; $75/person*

Jonathan Feiler, Group Director of Wines, runs a wine tasting for guests.

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Mother’s Day Brunch in the Ballroom Make Ocean House the setting of your Mother’s Day celebration, where she will be pampered with warm hospitality, stunning views and spectacular cuisine.

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American Songbook with Marion Markham

Enjoy a variety of music, including Standards, Blues, Jazz and Latin rhythms with a dash of comedy. 8 p.m.; $15 per member/hotel guest*, $20 per non-member/non-hotel guest*

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Stock Your Cellar

Come explore a variety of wines for consideration to join your collection. Taste and sample while working one-on-one with exceptional wine purveyors to make the prefect selections to bring home. Light fare will be available while sampling the wine. 4 p.m.; $35/person*

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In the Kitchen: Stone Fruit Tartlets We will be making fruit tarts with seasonal stone fruit like peaches, plums and cherries.

Create a tart that will be both visually stunning and delicious! 3 p.m.; $75/person*

From Vine to Wine: Chardonnay From Around the World Chardonnay has a classic taste, but does that taste vary from region to region? The grape may have originated in the Burgundy region of eastern France, but is now grown wherever wine is produced. From New England to New Zealand, taste for yourself the subtle changes in Chardonnay flavors with guidance from our Group Director of Wine Education. 11 a.m.; $75/person*

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Movie Night:

Shirley Temple Movie Series: Bright Eyes Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bitesized candy.

6 p.m.; $15/person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: Muppet Treasure Island Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Signature Events: Independence Day Beach Ball

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Celebrate the birth of our nation in style at Ocean House’s Annual Independence Day Beach Ball, featuring an incredible menu, music and celebration, with the Atlantic as the backdrop. Traditional New England Lobster Boil fare is the star attraction, offering the best of fresh summertime seafood, inspired sides and a colorful fireworks display over the Atlantic to finish the night.

7 p.m.; pricing starts at $195*/adult (ages 21+)

and $140*/child (ages 4-20). Table and cabana pricing also available. Visit oceanhouseevents.com for full pricing details.

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: In Search of Castaways

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: The Muppet Movie

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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In the Cellar: Backyard BBQ and Summer Beverages

Learn how to serve the perfect BBQ, complete with spot-on pairings for summer wines, spirits and beers from around the world.

3 p.m.; $75 person*

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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Lobster Boil & BBQ

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a New England Lobster Boil. Discover the freshest seafood from our local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band.

6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: Pollyanna Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: The Great Muppet Caper Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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In the Kitchen:

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SPRING & SUMMER ANNUAL Summer Classics Yearning to spice up that classic macaroni salad?

During this In the Kitchen series class we will focus on elevating cookout classics; skip the mayo this year and make some sides that are sure to be the hits of your backyard BBQ! 3 p.m.; $75 person*

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea

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Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: The Muppets Take Manhattan

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private

beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

music from our steel drum band. 6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bitesized candy.

6 p.m.; $15/person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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From Vine to Wine: Pinot Noir from Around the World Join our Group Wine Director as he takes your taste buds on a journey around the world. Learn all about Pinot Noir and compare and contrast the world’s most fickle grape from some of the most storied growing regions.

11 a.m.; $75 person*

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Lobster Boil & BBQ

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great

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Movie Night: Shirley Temple Movie Series: Curly Top

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: Bedknobs & Broomsticks

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available. 7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: Kermit’s Swamp Years Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*,

$26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Lobster Boil & BBQ

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band. 6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: Muppets from Space Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7:30 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Signature Event: Alpine Family Carnival

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In honor of Swiss Independence Day, Ocean House invites you to this family affair dedicated to celebrating sweet summertime and the delights of Alpine Europe. Enjoy food, entertainment, classic carnival games, face painting and plenty of surprises. This spirited soirée is a fun way to spend a Sunday evening with the family.

6:30 p.m.; $65/adult*, $35/ child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band. 6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: The Shaggy Dog

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options,

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: The Parent Trap

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available. 7 p.m.; $52/

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: The Muppets

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach. Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a terrific family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available. 7 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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From Vine to Wine: White Wines of Italy Join us for an early afternoon of delight with a guided wine tasting in our Center for Wine & Culinary Arts, where our Director of Wine will narrow down Italy’s 500 varieties of grapes to focus on some of the very best. 11 a.m.; $75 person*

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Signature Event: Dinner & Disney

Ocean House invites you and your family to “Be Our Guest” for the magic of Disney. Create memories with your children and grandchildren during this beloved family-friendly event, which features a delicious dinner and live musical performances from favorite Disney characters.

6 p.m.; pricing starts at $280* for a table that seats up to four guests. Visit oceanhouseevents.com for full pricing details.

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: The Moon Spinners Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach.

Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a contemporary family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/

child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & Pizza on the Beach: Muppets Most Wanted Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach.

Build your own pizza and settle into a lounge chair to watch a contemporary family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Movies & BBQ on the Beach: That Darn Cat Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach.

Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a contemporary family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available. 7 p.m.; $52/ adult*, $26/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Lobster Boil & BBQ

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band. 6 p.m.; $115/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band.

6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Enjoy dinner and a show on Ocean House’s private beach.

Settle into a lounge chair with classic BBQ fare and watch a contemporary family film. Inspired salad options, desserts and a cash bar will also be available.

7 p.m.; $52/adult*, $26/ child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Lobster Boil & BBQ

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In the Cellar: Blue Zones Are you looking for the secret to living a longer life?

Take a journey through some of the life-extending foods and beverages from the world’s “Blue Zones”: Sardinia, Japan, Southern California and Costa Rica!

3 p.m.; $75 person*

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Movie Night: Shirley Temple Movie Series: Little Miss Broadway Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bitesized candy.

6 p.m.; $15/person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

Movies & BBQ on the Beach: The Love Bug

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Signature Event: Cabaret on the Lawn with Steve Palumbo Summer isn’t over yet— not until Frank Sinatra sings! Celebrate Labor Day weekend and the end of summer with a lively performance and an elegant dinner buffet under the stars. Our last Signature Event of the season on the South Lawn, this send-off to summer is not to be missed!

7 p.m.; pricing starts at $750* for a table of six guests. Visit oceanhouseevents.com for full pricing details.

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Lobster Boil & BBQ

Come celebrate the beautiful summer night with family and friends at a traditional New England Lobster Boil. Discover the joy in experiencing the freshest seafood from local waters, classic BBQ fare and great music from our steel drum band.

6 p.m.; $125/person*, $65/

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Farm + Vine Dinner

Welcome fall at Ocean House with an exquisite multi-course wine dinner in COAST. This unforgettable dinner features Chef Nathan Rich from Twin Farms in Vermont, who will prepare culinary delights with the freshest ingredients from a featured farm, each dish expertly paired with wines from Harlan Estate in California.

7 p.m.; $135/person*

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From Vine to Wine: Wines of Oregon This class in the Center for Wine & Culinary Arts will help you discover the depth of Oregon’s white and red wines, proving why they are becoming some of the most sought-after wines around.

11 a.m.; $75 person*

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In the Cellar: Food & Wine Pairing 101 Join our culinary and wine experts to learn the basics behind choosing the right glass of wine to go with your meal, and start taking your meals to the next level.

3 p.m.; $75 person*

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In the Kitchen: Soups for the Season We will discuss creating stocks and broths, vegetable cuts, cooking preparations and much more, so you’ll be ready for peak soup-making season in fall and winter.

3 p.m.; $75 person*

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Movie Night: Shirley Temple Movie Series: Just Around the Corner

Discover a luxurious viewing experience in Ocean House’s Screening Room. Enjoy this film in the comfort of our plush theater seating, along with freshly popped popcorn, gelato and bite-sized candy.

6 p.m.; $15/person*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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From Vine to Wine: Local Wines Join our Director of Wine Education for an exploration of some exceptional wines from right here in New England.

11 a.m.; $75 person*

WEEKAPAUG INN As we continue to maintain safety standards and follow health regulations, events are subject to change. Visit weekapauginnevents. com for the most current schedule.

PLEASE NOTE: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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The Inn serves up Easter treats and a family-style menu.

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techniques, followed by samples of the day’s creations. 3 p.m.; $45/adult*, $15/child*

Santa Margherita Pasta Cooking Class: Homemade Gnocchi

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Join us at the Inn for a unique culinary experience, with a pasta making demonstration from the Inn’s expert chef. Savor a selection of Italy’s Santa Margherita wines while you watch pasta making techniques, followed by samples of the day’s creations. 3 p.m.; $45/adult*, $15/child*

This Easter escape to Weekapaug Inn, where melodies of songbirds and panoramic views of Quonochontaug Pond complement a threecourse holiday menu that highlights the freshest local ingredients. Enjoy a spectacular Easter Family Style menu sure to delight your entire party.

12 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; $74/ adult*, optional $50* wine pairing, $37/child* (4 -12 years old), children 3 and under are complimentary

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Easter Egg Hunt C E L E B R AT I O N S & H O L I DAY S

Hop over to Weekapaug Inn for a festive Easter Egg Hunt! Weekapaug Inn and the Guest Lawn will be buzzing with excitement as children race to the finish line, collecting treasures and treats along the way. Children who find a Golden Egg will receive a special prize! 11:30 a.m.; complimentary for overnight guests, $15 donation for day guests

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Santa Margherita Pasta Cooking Class: Tagliatelle Pasta Join us at the Inn for a unique culinary experience, with a pasta making demonstration from the Inn’s expert chef. Savor a selection of Italy’s Santa Margherita wines while you watch pasta making

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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Weekapaug’s Naturalist Series: Ninigret Park Walk Meet Captain Teddy at the Hunter Boots Borrowing Closet, pick out appropriate outdoor gear and head outside for a guided tour of the beautiful Ninigret Park, a National Wildlife Refuge.

3 p.m.; $30/hotel guest*, $40/ non-hotel guest*

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Signature Sunday Family Pasta Night Cozy up with us at the Inn on Sunday evenings and enjoy a three-course, family-style menu featuring our fresh handmade pastas, raviolis and risottos.

4:30 to 9 p.m.; starts at $35 or $45/adult*, 50% off for children 9-12, complimentary two courses from children’s menu (ages 8 and under)

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Signature Sunday Family Pasta Night Cozy up with us at the Inn on Sunday evenings and enjoy a three-course, family-style menu featuring our fresh handmade pastas, raviolis and risottos.

4:30 to 9:00 p.m.; Starts at $35 or $45/adult*, 50% off for children 9-12, complimentary two courses from children’s menu (ages 8 and under)

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Champagne & Oysters

Enjoy oysters on the half shell alongside hand-picked wine pairings (plus shucking instruction for those interested!) Our Naturalist will also be on hand to discuss the natural history of the native oyster.

5:30 p.m.; $60/person*

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Signature Sunday Family Pasta Night Cozy up with us at the Inn on Sunday evenings and enjoy a three-course, family-style menu featuring our fresh handmade pastas, raviolis and risottos.

4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Starts at $35 or $45/adult*, 50% off for children 9-12, complimentary two courses from children’s menu (ages 8 and under)

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Sunday evenings and enjoy a three-course, family-style menu featuring our fresh handmade pastas, raviolis and risottos.

4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Starts at $35 or $45/adult*, 50% off for children 9-12, complimentary two courses from children’s menu (ages 8 and under)

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Weekapaug’s Naturalist Series: Exploring Local Forts May is Military History Month. Join Captain Teddy as we explore two of the forts used to defend our coastline: Fort Adams in Newport and Fort Wetherill in Jamestown.

Cameras are encouraged!

12 p.m.; $30/hotel guest*, $40/non-hotel guest*

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Napatree Point Oyster Catchers

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Mother’s Day in The Restaurant Enchant mom with the scenery of Weekapaug Inn as she enjoys a threecourse, family style menu showcasing regional ingredients and Chef’s own creative flair. After your meal, find an Adirondack chair on our back lawn to enjoy uninterrupted views of Quonnie Pond with a glass of wine or a mug of tea in hand.

12 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; $74/adult* with optional $50 wine pairing*, $37/child* ages 4-12, children 3 and under are complimentary

6 JUNE Napatree Point, a mile-long ribbon of sand and dunes, runs west from Watch Hill toward Fisher’s Island. Join us on a historical three-hour tour of this remarkable site and its bird life, including the American Oyster Catcher.

9 a.m.; $20/person*

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The annual Kite Fly-Inn kicks off the summer season.

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Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a great summer evening.

5 p.m.; $40/person* (21+ years)

Experience the magic of the night sky and the full moon over Weekapaug. Settle in with a glass of sparkling wine and enjoy the view through our special telescopes. Our Naturalist’s knowledge of the night sky enhances the experience.

8 p.m.; $20/hotel guest*, $40/non-hotel guest*

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Night of the Spawning Moon Under the full moon in May, horseshoe crabs flock into our shallow, protected estuaries by the thousands.

Guided by our Naturalist, you’ll venture out to witness the unusual creatures glide across the sandy shallows for their ancient ritual.

5 p.m.; $20/hotel guest*, $40/non-hotel guest*

Supermoon Viewing Event

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Kite Fly-Inn

Our annual Fly-Inn features kite demonstrations and beautiful multi-color kites flying high in the great blue yonder. Enjoy a cookout, lawn games and live music for a memorable start to the summer season! 1 p.m.; $35/ person*

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

Take a motorboat shuttle to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a great summer evening.

5 p.m.; $40/person* (21+ years)

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Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire.

Quite a night!

6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine,

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SPRING & SUMMER ANNUAL Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; 75/adult*, $25/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Signature Events: Independence Day Family Carnival Celebrate the Fourth of July with us! Enjoy this charming family-friendly carnival event with a New England-inspired lobster boil, complete with carnival games, s’mores, live music and spectacular ground fountain fireworks to close out the night. 7 p.m.; $145/ adult*, $70/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary. Please visit weekapauginnevents.com for full pricing details.

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Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

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A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine,

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Dinner & Disney

Saturn is at its closest point to Earth and will be at its biggest and brightest during this time of year. View the wonders of our solar system, with a glass of sparkling wine included! 9 p.m.; complimentary

Weekapaug Inn invites you and your family to enjoy a magical night of Disney.

Share childhood memories with your children and grandchildren during this beloved family-friendly event. Enjoy a live musical performance of your favorite Disney songs by the characters themselves.

7 p.m.; prices start at $280* for a table of four guests. Please visit weekapauginnevents.com for full pricing details.

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Saturn & Jupiter Viewing

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Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/ child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

A traditional lobster boil is part of the Weekapaug Inn’s Fourth of July celebration.

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Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/ child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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$45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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Harvest Moon Paddle

30 JULY

There are few better places to see the Harvest Moon than from the Inn. Paddle from our dock to greet this famous moon from a remote stretch of beach, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and paddle home under the moon’s silvery light. 7:30 p.m.; $30/ adult*

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Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy endless lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*,

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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Brewmaster’s Dinner with von Trapp Brewing

Join us for an evening with Sam von Trapp, proprietor of von Trapp Brewing and member of the family that inspired the iconic film The Sound of Music (Sam is Maria von Trapp’s grandson). This very special evening includes a beer reception, stories from Sam, a casual, three-course, family-style meal, with every course expertly paired with beers from von Trapp Brewing. 6:30 p.m.; $75/ person* (21+ years)

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5 AUGUST WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy endless lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

6 AUGUST M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

10 AUGUST N AT U R A L I S T

Sand Bar Bites & Bubbles Take a motorboat shuttle

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to a beautiful remote beach on Quonochontaug Pond where a beach bar and hors d’oeuvres await. There are few better ways to begin a great summer evening. 5 p.m.; $40/person* (21+ years)

clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

13 AUGUST M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/ child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

19 AUGUST WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plein air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band. 6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

21 AUGUST M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Sinatra Songs on the Pond

Michael Dutra always delights, with classic songs from Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Cozy up on The Lawn and enjoy a selection of petit desserts as Michael pays tribute to two renowned icons. 8 p.m.; $45/ adult*, $20/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary

26 AUGUST WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

2 SEPTEMBER WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

The final lobster boil of the season! Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

3 SEPTEMBER M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Oktoberfest at the Weekapaug Inn

Willkommen to Oktoberfest at Weekapaug! Experience an evening en plain air with authentic German cuisine, Oktoberfest lawn games and live music by the Schwarze Schafe German Band.

6 p.m.; $75/adult*, $25/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

N AT U R A L I S T

Weekapaug’s Naturalist Series: Newport History Tour

WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Lobster Boil & BBQ on the Guest Lawn

M U S I C & E N T E R TA I N M E N T

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses, clams, chowder, salads and kid favorites. Followed by s’mores by the fire. Quite a night! 6 p.m.; $110/adult*, $45/child*, children 3 and under are complimentary

5 SEPTEMBER

12 AUGUST

A Weekapaug Inn tradition!

Enjoy lobster and a bountiful buffet laden with additional main courses,

20 AUGUST

The Inn hosts multiple Oktoberfest celebrations.

Join Captain Teddy on a tour of the city by the sea.

Captain Teddy was raised in Newport, where his family dates back to the late 1700s.

Let him take you on a trip

Please note: Prices do not include tax, gratuity or any service charges.

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through history, including pirate tales and stories of the Gilded Age. 2 p.m.; $30/hotel guest*, $40/non-hotel guest*

25 SEPTEMBER WINE & CULINARY ARTS

Champagne & Oysters

Enjoy oysters on the half shell alongside hand-picked wine pairings (plus shucking instruction for those interested!) Our Naturalist will also be on hand to discuss the natural history of the native oyster. 5:30 p.m.; $60/person*

PRESERVE

As we continue to maintain safety standards and follow health regulations, events are subject to change.

Visit preserve sportingclub.com for the most current schedule.

9 MAY C E L E B R AT I O N S & H O L I DAY S

Mother’s Day Brunch at Double Barrel Kitchen Enjoy a special opportunity to enjoy Mother’s Day Brunch in Double Barrel Kitchen.

Double Barrel Kitchen is usually only open to club members and overnight guests, so don’t miss your exclusive chance to dine in our private club.

9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; $65/person*, $38/child ages 4-12*, children 3 and under are complimentary

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35 Offices in 3 States | Over 700 Sales Associates | $2.2 Billion in Sales in 2020 | 305 $1M+ Transactions in 2020 | $11 Billion in Sales in the Last Six Years*

124 Bay Street, Watch Hill | 401.348.0700 Our Rhode Island Offices: Watch Hill, Westerly, Charlestown, South Kingstown and North Kingstown View Our Exclusive, 5th Annual, Award-Winning Publication Online: Visit Prosperity-Magazine.com

randallfamilyofcompanies.com *All sales per MA, RI and CT MLS data 1/1/20-12/31/20