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"Wine and Dine in Connecticut's Quiet Corner"
From October 27, 2000 thru March 31, 2001. Journey to Northeastern Connecticut for a 2-night getaway package. Discover why The Boston Globe calls the Quiet Corner "a hidden treasure". Known for its rolling hills, walking, biking and cross-country ski trails, quaint antique shops, scenic byways and historic heritage, the area is a welcomed retreat from the stress and hectic pace of everyday life, yet easily accessible from New York City (3 hours), Boston (1.25 hours) and Hartford (45 minutes).

Package ranges from $379-435 depending on room and includes: two nights lodging at Chickadee Cottage (photographed by Country Inns Magazine and recommended by Yankee and The New York Times), breakfast each morning, a fireside lunch and tasting of award-winning wines at Pomfret's own Sharpe Hill Vineyard (featured in Early American Homes), a gourmet dinner on the evening of your choice at The Harvest. (awarded three stars *** by The New York Times, four stars **** by The Providence Journal), a welcome gift, all applicable taxes and gratuities. To reserve your package, call (860) 963-0587 or e-mail: info Visit our website: www.chickadeecottage.com

B&B Seasonal Samplers (listed below)
All packages include 2 night stay with scrumptious breakfasts. For details contact one of the participating B&Bs:

Celebrations Inn: A magnificent 1885 Queen Anne Victorian.
(877) 928-5492 or www.celebrationsinn.com.

Friendship Valley Inn:
A 1795 historic colonial with southern hospitality.
(860) 779-9696 or www.friendshipvalleyinn.com.

Gourmet Getaways with Martha's Herbary
Nov. 3 - 5, or Nov. 10 - 12, 2000. Enjoy a delightful dinner Saturday evening prepared and savored by guests under the direction of renowned herbalist and chef Martha Paul. Time to explore the treasures of the Quiet Corner.

A Golden Holiday Getaway
Dec. 1 - 3, 8 - 10, or 15 - 17, 2000. A rare opportunity to partake in the annual Elizabethan Feast at the Golden Lamb Buttery on Friday evening. Saturday afternoon enjoy a Victorian Christmas Tea and Lecture with Pearl Dexter, editor of TEA, A Magazine. Christmas tree farms, antiques stores and specialty shops abound. Reservations need to be made prior to Nov. 1.

Souper Bowl Women's Weekend
Jan. 26 - 28, 2001. Escape the roar of Super Bowl weekend TV. Saturday at Ledgebrook Herb Farm, June will pamper you with an herbal foot bath and steam facial while you enjoy refreshments. During Souper Bowl Sunday, join Martha Paul of Martha's Herbary for a soup class and lunch. Time to shop and play.

Enchanted Evenings
Feb. 2 - 4, 2001 - Dinner at the White Horse Inn at Vernon Stiles.
Feb. 9 - 11, 2001 - Dinner at the B&Bs catered by the Harvest Restaurant.
Feb.16 - 18, 2001 - Dinner and wine tasting at Sharpe Hill Vineyard.
Feb. 23-25, 2001 - Dinner at the Harvest Restaurant. A romantic weekend just for the two of you complete with fresh flowers, sweetheart gift basket and an intimate fireside dinner.

A Taste of the Quiet Corner
Every weekend in March 2001. Experience a diverse taste of Northeast Connecticut. In addition to dinner at an extraordinary restaurant and lunch at a premier vineyard, guests will have the opportunity to sample the area's maple syrup and fresh roasted coffee, and to visit specialty & antiques shops.