Crisp Recipes from Distinctive Inns of New England

While we’re still enjoying summer like temps in DINE country, the forecast is sure to bring crisp temps. Nothing gets us more excited for fall than those cool mornings along with some mouth-watering “crisp” recipes from innkeepers at Distinctive Inns Read more

DINE inns celebrate National Ice Cream Day with favorite cool recipes

ice cream photoThe heat is on in New England, and with summer temps come all kinds of ways to cool down.  The Distinctive Inns of New England not only offer the ideal summer getaway destination, with everything from lakes, rivers and oceans … Read more

Recipes for a Perfect Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed

Breakfast in bedMom’s special day is coming up.  Doesn’t she deserve the best, starting with breakfast in bed! We’ve scoured the recipe files from the kitchens of Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) and offer a variety of great ideas for Mom’s … Read more

The Faces of DINE

Brian ShieldsRecently, the members of Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) met for their semi-annual meeting. These meetings rotate between the nine inn members, and this one was held at the Inn at Harbor Hill Marina.  DINE meetings offer … Read more

B&Bs vs Airbnbs: The differences, pros and cons

By Marti Mayne

vacation rental bedroomMore than just the word AIR differentiates B&Bs from Airbnbs. They are two distinctly different lodging options. The Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) are here to explain how they differ and to explain some of the … Read more

Three DINE recipes adapted for the perfect St Paddy’s Day treat

Green heart cookiesSt Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and with that comes some tasty treats from the kitchens of the Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE).  In keeping with our acronym, the innkeepers at DINE love to offer up special … Read more

Ideas for winter fun at Captain’s House Inn, Deerfield Inn, Manor on Golden and Inn at Harbor Hill Marina

Spa packages at Manor On Golden PondWe’re winding up our blog series on five great things to do at Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) in the winter with a trifecta of ideas from Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Connecticut inns.  While there are far more than … Read more

Ideas for New England Winter Fun at Grafton Inn, Vermont

Grafton Inn guest roomOnce again we’re delving into the five best things to do in the winter at the Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE).  One by one we’re doing a deep dive into each of the nine DINE inns to offer wonderful … Read more

Ideas for New England Winter Fun at Rabbit Hill Inn

Rabit Hill Inn - winterWe’ve been covering the top five ideas for enjoying a New England winter at Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) on the DINE blog.  Last week we covered all the fun to be enjoyed indoors and out at Harbor Light Read more

Ideas for New England Winter Fun in Marblehead, MA

couple with heart handsThis winter, fall “inn love” with romantic winter getaways at Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE).  Nothing says romantic like falling asleep to the flicker of a fire or an exhilarating walk by the harbor.  We all know that February … Read more