A Touch of Class Stateside

You don't have to go all the way to France to experience fabulous food and accommodations. Three new members of Relais & Chateaux, the prestigious French-based association of independently owned hotels worldwide, are here - on the West Coast, down south and in the Adirondacks. What's special about these hotels? They're usually small, charming and have great cuisine. These three are worth the trip.

Stonepine, the epitome of a country estate in the European tradition, blends perfectly with the natural grandeur surrounding the Carmel Valley in California. Continental elegance combined with unrivaled equestrian facilities on 330 scenic acres make Stonepine an unforgettable experience. Sumptuous suites and country cottages provide the perfect counterpoint to outdoor activities. For information call 408-659-2245.

Woodlands Resort and Inn in Summerville, South Carolina, creates a veritable time warp for guests, immersing them in the charm and hospitality of the Old South. Since the World Congress of Physicians cited Summerville as a curative health resort in 1889, the area has enjoyed a reputation as a restorative retreat. Today, guests at the Woodlands Spa can choose from dozens of services. For information call 800-774-9999.

Lake Placid Lodge, is the quintessential Adirondack retreat-rustic and rough-hewn, yet uncommonly comfortable. Situated on the piney edge of pristine mountain lake deep within Adirondack State Park's 6.5 million wooded acres in upstate New York, it sits amid an extraordinary variety of flora and fauna. Most of the Lodge's rooms - filled with twig and birch-bark furniture, antiques and oriental rugs - have large stone fireplaces and splendid views. Guests can hike or mountain bike - and cross-country or downhill ski in season. For information call 518-523-2700.

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