Frog Meadow is a unique country bed and breakfast catering exclusively to
men. Located atop Newfane Hill where the village of Newfane was originally built
(the entire village was moved 1000 vertical feet and two miles down the road to
its present site in 1820), Frog Meadow offers a setting of extraordinary natural
beauty and historic significance. It offers three types of accommodations (two
standard double rooms in the main house, a large barn suite which sleeps up to
six, and a small, secluded cottage) in a clothing-optional environment. The
accommodations are very well appointed. Please note that the rooms in the main house share a
bath and guests in the cottage must walk 300 yards to the main house for use of
a bath. Amenities include onsite professional massage service, gym, wireless
internet, a pristine 12-foot deep brook-fed pond for swimming, a wood fired hot
tub overlooking the gardens, an outdoor shower next to the hot tub, extensive
hiking trails, and lovely, comfortable common areas. A full country breakfast is
served daily.
Because the climb up to Frog Meadow is long and challenging, it's
best suited to travelers seeking a comfortable, clothing optional (and potentially
playful), retreat-like atmosphere from which one does not stray for the duration (the owner
has agreed to arrange an on-site dinner service for Diverse Directions customers
with advance notice).
For travelers planning excursions on their free day in Newfane
however (ie: visit to the Rock River's gay nude swimming hole, dinner out, etc),
the challenge of climbing the hill up to Frog Meadow multiple times should be
taken under consideration.
Room Rates: $125 - $195. Website:
www.frogmeadowvt.com
Newfane Woods Guest Suite
Located on the ground level of the owners' log home, this
tourist accommodation, with its
private entrance, offers a comfortable home-like atmosphere for 2 persons only.
It includes a spacious living room, bedroom with a queen-sized bed, private bath
(shower), and patio with pleasant views of the pretty setting. Amenities include
a fridge, microwave, coffee-maker, toaster, dishes, glasses & utensils, as
well as everything you'll need for a satisfying, continental-style, self-serve
breakfast. A seasonal sandwich / burger shack at the confluence of the West and
Rock Rivers is a short walk from Newfane Woods, and the very popular Rick's
Tavern is 1.7 miles by bike. Guests are also welcome to pick-up provisions at
Dutton's farm stand across from Rick's (local fruits & cheeses and fresh baked
goods) and / or the Newfane Market (freshly made salads and sandwiches) for
dining in at Newfane Woods.
At the Newfane Woods Guest Suite you'll experience a private, peaceful, slice
of authentic Vermont living that is walking distance to the Rock River's
unspoiled nude, gay swimming hole.
Room Rates: $115 / Foliage Season: $135
Website: www.newfanewoods.net
Four Columns Inn
The Four Columns Inn is a legendary 15 room country inn built in the elegant
Federal style. It sits nestled at the foot of a 150-acre private mountain and
rushing stream. The inn's comfortably elegant rooms, all with private bath and
most with spa tubs and fireplaces, are extremely well appointed featuring luxury
linens, fluffy robes, custom bath accessories, individual heat/air
conditioning, high speed wireless internet access, and complimentary bottled
water. Rates include a hearty country breakfast each morning in the inn's
elegant dining room, complimentary newspapers, and afternoon tea and coffee
service with sweets.
Other amenities include a swimming pool, walking trails, and gourmet restaurant.
In addition to the award winning restaurant on-site, the Old Newfane Inn,
another fine dining establishment, is a three minute walk from the Four Columns.
By bike, Rick's Tavern is 1.1 miles from the Inn and the River Bend Grill is 2.5
miles from the inn.
Room Rates: $170 - $195 / Foliage Season: $215 - $240
Suite Rates: $227 - $329 / Foliage Season: $340 - $390
Website:
www.fourcolumnsinn.com
The River Bend Lodge
