Vermont's Award-Winning Twin Farms Boutique Resort Joins Relais & Chateaux

BARNARD, Vt., Feb. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Twin Farms, one of the most acclaimed hotels in the United States, recently expanded its visibility by joining Relais & Chateaux, a consortium of the world's finest small luxury hotels, resorts, and fine dining restaurants.

"Because Relais & Chateaux has a loyal customer base with a passion for the best small luxury hotels and restaurants, we're a perfect fit," said General Manger Michael Beardsley. "The association allows us to build on the recognition we've already received — including Forbes 5-Star (previously Mobil 5-Star) ratings 17 years in a row."

Brenda Homick, Director of Relais & Chateaux North America, added, "Twin Farms incorporates the standards of excellence for which Relais & Chateaux is known, both in gastronomy as well as service. Moreover, the casual yet luxurious atmosphere makes each guest feel as if he or she is staying in a friend's magnificent Vermont retreat."

In conjunction with joining Relais & Chateaux, Twin Farms redesigned its website for discerning travelers to learn more about the property and book online. For more information, please visit www.TwinFarms.com, call 800TwinFarms (800-894-6327), or email [email protected].

About Twin Farms: Twin Farms is an intimate, all-inclusive hideaway amidst 300-acres of Vermont forest and meadows. Half of the 20 accommodations comprise uniquely designed freestanding cottages, featuring wood-burning fireplaces and screened porches. Public areas include the Dining Room, Barn Room, Pub, Cabana, Japanese-style Furo soaking tub, and Fitness Center with the Out of the Woods Spa. The entire property is decorated with an extensive collection of museum-quality artwork. Exceptional cuisine utilizes the purest locally-sourced ingredients, often grown specifically for the kitchen by partner farmers, and is backed by a 20,000-bottle wine cellar. On-site activities include hiking, biking, tennis, swimming, fly fishing, and canoeing; in winter the resort has its own private downhill ski slopes, trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, as well as ice skating and sledding. All activities, equipment, meals, wine, and cocktails are included in nightly rates ($1300-$3100 for two).

About Relais & Chateaux: Established over half a century ago in France, Relais & Chateaux is a worldwide association of the finest hoteliers, chefs, and restaurateurs.  The focus is on small, one-of-a-kind luxury properties and restaurants offering world-class dining experiences. There are 518 members in 60 countries, and where geographically applicable, many have Forbes or AAA 4 and 5 Star/Diamond ratings, and/or One to Three Michelin Stars.  www.relaischateaux.com/en/  

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