Located on 700 acres overlooking Lake Champlain, the Basin Harbor Club is a summer getaway offering a range of outdoor activities. The resort has a 18-hole golf course, five tennis courts and a heated Olympic-size pool. Guests can rent kayaks, canoes and join daily excursions on the 40-foot Dynamyte II ($10 per person).

If you like fishing, the lake is home to perch, bass, northern pike, salmon and trout. Bird-watching enthusiasts should bring their binoculars since the Champlain Valley is frequented by numerous migratory birds. Both easy and strenuous hiking trails can be found in the area. If you prefer, you can explore the valley by bike.

In July and August, the Fitness Center offers water aerobic classes, yoga, pilates and other classes. There are 38 rooms and 77 one to three bedroom cottages with views of water, the golf course and the flower gardens. The restaurant serves classic New England fare with fresh local ingredients. The restaurants also offers an excellent wine list. Open from mid-May to mid-October, the inn is located about 4 hours from Boston and 5.5 hours from New York City, which makes it an ideal weekend getaway. You can fly to to Burlington International Airport, a 45-minute drive from the Basin Harbor Club.

Address: 4800 Basin Harbor Road, Vergennes, Vermont 05491, Phone: 800-622-4000

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