When will the leaves turn and the snow fall in DINE country in 2022-23?

Phelps Barn, Grafton InnDistinctive Inns of New England (DINE) innkeepers wish they had a nickel for each time they’re asked, “What day will the leaves turn?.” The innkeepers of these nine beautiful inns wish even more that they had the answer. Each year … Read more

Fall foliage New England inns photo tour

Fall mums and pumpkinsThe  Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) are delighted to bring you a glimpse of the beauty of fall in DINE country.   Mother Nature never disappoints and harvest hues fill the hillsides and shorelines surrounding all the DINE innsRead more

Oh my gourd! Mum’s the word. Amazing fall color at New England Inns

Fall is the season of color for Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) and many say this is one of the most brilliant fall foliage seasons in memory.  Prior to the big N’oreaster that hit New England this week, there … Read more

Advice for timing your fall foliage trip to Distinctive Inns of New England

Fall in New England is just about as beautiful as any place in the world can be.  Combine gorgeous harvest hues with crackling fires, sumptuous breakfasts and the most welcoming of accommodations at 12 Distinctive Inns of New England (DINE) … Read more

Nine ways to find fall color in DINE country

As we write this blog post on the first day of fall, we can’t help but be reminded of the brilliant harvest hues that will soon. Back in 2013 we posted this blog about what’s soon to come with beautiful  … Read more

Fall guide to leaf peeping getaways in DINE country

Once we turn the calendar to September and Labor Day passes, all eyes are on autumn.  With kids back to school and football starting, it sure feels like the days of summer are waning.  Yet with fall comes visions of … Read more

Fall foliage getaway tips from Distinctive Inns of New England

Wreath at Rabbit Hill InnWith Labor Day being the unofficial end to summer, we’re gearing up for a colorful fall foliage season in DINEcountry.  According to Yankee Magazine, wizards of New England fall foliage predictions,  we can look forward to  peak foliage coming … Read more

It's not too late for a romantic autumn getaway

After the kind of month we've had filled with the stress of government shut downs and impeding government economic defaults, don't you owe you and your partner the chance to rest easy, romance often and rejuvenate once again? We call these the 3 Rs of DINE and just as you need fuel to feed the body, you need the 3 R's to revive the heart and soul. Visit the package pages on DistinctiveInns.com for a complete rundown of packages offered by DINE inns. We've done the thinking and planning for your next New England getaway, you simply choose the package that sounds the best for you!

Look what we have to look forward to

Fallfoliage2012-wreath at Camden Maine StayWe’re not quite to fall color yet, but before you know it, peak color will highlight your getaway to DINE country, and the sooner you make your reservation, the better your chances of getting the room you want.  … Read more

What’s new at DINE inns, Part III

As summer comes to an end, we hope that our readers will still be able to squeeze in one more romantic getaway to one of the Distinctive Inns of New England.  With beautiful, warm summer weather forecasted for the … Read more