Blantyre to Join Virtuoso; Exclusive Relais & Chateux Property Becomes Part of Leading Luxury Travel Network
Lenox, MA, March 26, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Virtuoso, the world’s leading network on luxury travel has chosen Blantyre, a Mobil 5-Star Property and America’s First Country House Hotel, to become an exclusive property within the travel network. This 117 acre estate nestled in the Berkshires is equidistant between Boston and New York. The Tudor style house is one of 750 of properties around the world to be represented by Virtuoso.
Blantyre provides a glimpse into a bygone era of old world elegance. One might imagine garden parties and lavish dinner dances while strolling the grounds. Exquisite wood carvings above the fireplace in the Main Hall, magnificent gilt chandeliers suspended in the Conservatory, rooms with richly gathered damasks and brocades, as well as luscious bouquets of fresh flowers, accent this enchanting house.
“We are pleased to welcome Blantyre into the Hotels & Resorts Program,” says Albert Herrera, Virtuoso’s Vice President of Hotels & Resorts. “Its posh surroundings combined with the property’s exquisite features and amenities make this country house a superb New England destination where our clients can enjoy personal service that is reminiscent of the hotel’s 19th century roots.”
This lovely country house hotel has 24 guest accommodations, varying in size and location around the property.
“We often hear from guests that they never want to leave their room during their stay,” exclaims proprietress, Ann Fitzpatrick Brown. “We have activities galore…but we truly specialize in the fine art of doing nothing…surrounded by books and the people we love.”
Guests head to the intimate Potting Shed Spa to relax and rejuvenate. They may rest snugly on chaise lounges in the spa’s solarium overlooking the pool and woodlands or they may choose from a multitude of services offered in the spa. The spa also includes an exercise room, sauna and steam shower.
The cuisine at Blantyre is spectacularly elegant, delicious and wonderfully simple. A feast for the eyes and palette.
“We do all types of meals that you imagine from a hotel, twenty-four hour room service menu, picnic hampers, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner,” explains executive Chef Christopher Brooks. “We receive a lot of special requests,” continues Brooks, “and it’s our job to make people’s dreams come true, even if it’s only a sandwich. My philosophy is to make the very best sandwich they have ever had, whether it is a cheese sandwich, a tomato sandwich or a foie gras sandwich.”
Regardless of the season, Blantyre has activities to match any level of fitness or energy. During the winter, Blantyre turns into a winter wonderland, complete with snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating on the flooded tennis courts, and a snow concierge to bring guests hot chocolate wherever they may be. The ice skating rink is particularly magical in the evening with glowing lights strung along the surrounding fence and beautiful music swirling throughout the air.
For more information regarding accommodations and rates, please contact General Manager, Dennis Barquinero at 413-637-3556.
About Blantyre:
Originally built by Robert Paterson as a summer cottage in 1902, the house—no longer private—is owned by Ann Fitzpatrick Brown. Fitzpatrick Brown was gifted Blantyre from her parents, Jane & Jack Fitzpatrick, founders of the highly successful mail order and retail company, Country Curtains®. The Fitzpatrick family lovingly and meticulously restored the house in 1980 to its original grandeur. Today, Proprietress Fitzpatrick Brown oversees every detail.
Blantyre’s idyllic blend of extraordinary service, exquisite food, old world elegance, and the beautiful surroundings of the Berkshire hills has earned the property critical acclaim, including membership in the prestigious association of Relais & Châteaux. Adding to their prestige, Blantyre has been honored with awards from Wine Spectator, Travel & Leisure, The Robb Report, Condé Nast Traveler, and Luxury Link. Forbes.com voted Blantyre one of the “Word’s 10 Most Romantic Hotels” in 2007. www.blantyre.com
About Virtuoso:
Virtuoso is the industry’s leading luxury travel network. This by-invitation-only organization comprises more than 300 agencies with more than 6,000 elite travel specialists in 22 countries in North and South America, the Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand, as well as over 1,000 of the world’s best travel providers and premier destinations. Independent travel agencies receive sales, marketing and technology support, as well as exclusive services and products, as a result of their membership in Virtuoso. The network’s member agencies generate over $4.8 billion annually in travel sales, making the group the most powerful in the luxury travel segment. Their relationships with the finest travel companies provide the network’s affluent clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. Virtuoso is the exclusive luxury travel network provider for World Elite™ MasterCard®. For more information, please visit www.virtuoso.com
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Blantyre provides a glimpse into a bygone era of old world elegance. One might imagine garden parties and lavish dinner dances while strolling the grounds. Exquisite wood carvings above the fireplace in the Main Hall, magnificent gilt chandeliers suspended in the Conservatory, rooms with richly gathered damasks and brocades, as well as luscious bouquets of fresh flowers, accent this enchanting house.
“We are pleased to welcome Blantyre into the Hotels & Resorts Program,” says Albert Herrera, Virtuoso’s Vice President of Hotels & Resorts. “Its posh surroundings combined with the property’s exquisite features and amenities make this country house a superb New England destination where our clients can enjoy personal service that is reminiscent of the hotel’s 19th century roots.”
This lovely country house hotel has 24 guest accommodations, varying in size and location around the property.
“We often hear from guests that they never want to leave their room during their stay,” exclaims proprietress, Ann Fitzpatrick Brown. “We have activities galore…but we truly specialize in the fine art of doing nothing…surrounded by books and the people we love.”
Guests head to the intimate Potting Shed Spa to relax and rejuvenate. They may rest snugly on chaise lounges in the spa’s solarium overlooking the pool and woodlands or they may choose from a multitude of services offered in the spa. The spa also includes an exercise room, sauna and steam shower.
The cuisine at Blantyre is spectacularly elegant, delicious and wonderfully simple. A feast for the eyes and palette.
“We do all types of meals that you imagine from a hotel, twenty-four hour room service menu, picnic hampers, breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner,” explains executive Chef Christopher Brooks. “We receive a lot of special requests,” continues Brooks, “and it’s our job to make people’s dreams come true, even if it’s only a sandwich. My philosophy is to make the very best sandwich they have ever had, whether it is a cheese sandwich, a tomato sandwich or a foie gras sandwich.”
Regardless of the season, Blantyre has activities to match any level of fitness or energy. During the winter, Blantyre turns into a winter wonderland, complete with snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating on the flooded tennis courts, and a snow concierge to bring guests hot chocolate wherever they may be. The ice skating rink is particularly magical in the evening with glowing lights strung along the surrounding fence and beautiful music swirling throughout the air.
For more information regarding accommodations and rates, please contact General Manager, Dennis Barquinero at 413-637-3556.
About Blantyre:
Originally built by Robert Paterson as a summer cottage in 1902, the house—no longer private—is owned by Ann Fitzpatrick Brown. Fitzpatrick Brown was gifted Blantyre from her parents, Jane & Jack Fitzpatrick, founders of the highly successful mail order and retail company, Country Curtains®. The Fitzpatrick family lovingly and meticulously restored the house in 1980 to its original grandeur. Today, Proprietress Fitzpatrick Brown oversees every detail.
Blantyre’s idyllic blend of extraordinary service, exquisite food, old world elegance, and the beautiful surroundings of the Berkshire hills has earned the property critical acclaim, including membership in the prestigious association of Relais & Châteaux. Adding to their prestige, Blantyre has been honored with awards from Wine Spectator, Travel & Leisure, The Robb Report, Condé Nast Traveler, and Luxury Link. Forbes.com voted Blantyre one of the “Word’s 10 Most Romantic Hotels” in 2007. www.blantyre.com
About Virtuoso:
Virtuoso is the industry’s leading luxury travel network. This by-invitation-only organization comprises more than 300 agencies with more than 6,000 elite travel specialists in 22 countries in North and South America, the Caribbean, Australia and New Zealand, as well as over 1,000 of the world’s best travel providers and premier destinations. Independent travel agencies receive sales, marketing and technology support, as well as exclusive services and products, as a result of their membership in Virtuoso. The network’s member agencies generate over $4.8 billion annually in travel sales, making the group the most powerful in the luxury travel segment. Their relationships with the finest travel companies provide the network’s affluent clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. Virtuoso is the exclusive luxury travel network provider for World Elite™ MasterCard®. For more information, please visit www.virtuoso.com
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