Sorry, Junior, but the tantalizing maze of maple, linden, and spruce trees behind the Jackson House Inn is strictly off-limits, as are the refreshing swimming pond, the heated bathroom floors, and the complimentary canapés and Champagne each evening. Located just west of picture-perfect Woodstock, the inn keeps the peace for vacationing couples—including many Dartmouth parents—by only allowing...
The Jackson House dining room is a modern addition to the original inn . Its centerpiece is a 16-foot-high stone fireplace, and it boasts soaring windows with views of the gardens. Men may feel most comfortable in a sports coat, though a jacket is not required. Once settled, you'll sample some of the most exquisite dishes in New England, ingeniously conceived, deftly prepared, and artfully...