This Massachusetts resort was just named one of the best in the U.S.
Located on South Beach in Edgartown's Katama neighborhood, the luxury seaside resort came in at No. 15 on the list, with T+L readers praising the destination's "family-friendly fun with spacious accommodations that can fit everyone." The write-up continued: "Its kids' programming and quick distance to the island's beaches and bike trails make it an ideal fit for a multi-generational trip."
The Winnetu Oceanside Resort was opened by the Snider family in the summer of 2000, bringing together traditional Martha's Vineyard coastal vibes with small-town charm.
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The property was joined in the rankings by another New England stunner, the Quisisana Resort up in Lovell, Maine (which was also named the No. 1 resort in New England); as well as fellow Northeasterner, Wildflower Farms in Gardiner, New York. Coming out on top this year Primland Resort, another Auberge Resorts Collection hotel, located in Meadows of Dan, Virginia. Check out the full T+L rankings below.
The best resorts in the continental U.S., according to Travel + Leisure
1. Primland Resort, Auberge Resorts Collection: Meadows of Dan, Virginia
2. The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection: Los Olivos, California
3. San Ysidro Ranch: Santa Barbara, California
4. Quisisana Resort: Lovell, Maine
5. Triple Creek Ranch: Darby, Montana
6. Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection: Gardiner, New York
7. The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection: Johns Island, South Carolina
8. Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection: Telluride, Colorado
9. Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection: Calistoga, California
10. Hotel Hartness: Greenville, South Carolina
11. The Ranch at Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach, California
12. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa: Rancho Santa Fe, California
13. Deer Path Inn: Lake Forest, Illinois
14. Castle Hot Springs: Morristown, Arizona
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