You know it when you see it. That special place you instinctively sense is destined to become a family favorite. An enchanting place like the Mohonk Mountain House that has something for everyone in a laid back, low stress fashion that characterizes a “Best Of” family vacation destination. Built on a cliff overlooking the deep blue waters of Lake Mohonk in 1869, this majestic, 265-room Victorian castle is one of America’s oldest family-owned resorts and a top pick by Travel & Leisure Magazine for family reunions. Just 90 minutes north of Manhattan in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Mohonk features a 110-year-old Scottish links-style golf course, tennis, horseback riding, 85 miles of hiking trails in 2,200 wooded acres, a new full-service spa, rock climbing, nightly entertainment and a variety of unique theme programs. There is even an 18,000-square-foot refrigerated skating pavilion, an indoor heated pool and great canoeing and fishing on a half-mile long lake that is stocked with brown and lake trout. Rates include most activities and three daily meals prepared by award-winning chefs.

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