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Fall Weekends 2009: Online Extras

Here are 10 great resorts from our Fall Weekends guide. For even more getaways, pick up our September issue, on stands now.

Published Tuesday, September 01, 2009

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

Location
Farmington, Pennsylvania
800-422-2736
nemacolin.com

The Mood

Out-of-the-ordinary activity and lodging choices abound at this sprawling Allegheny Mountain resort—from off-road driving to winetasting to dogsled rides.

What’s Special
The Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired spa—one of the best among area resorts; plenty for golfers, including a golf school and the challenging Mystic Rock course, designed by Pete Dye; lodging that ranges from a French-inspired chateau to a boutique hotel to an English Tudor-style lodge.

Most Unusual Activities
Skiing; nine-hole Frisbee golf; a zoo with miniature horses, a camel, llama, and zebras; a zipline; a chance to build and race a remote-control car.

For Kids
Besides an extensive children’s program, there’s a Kidz Spa with treatments including updos, movie-star makeup, mini-massages, and mani-pedis.

The Food
The cuisine is several cuts above that of other resorts, especially at high-end Lautrec. Dining options include regional American; an upmarket steakhouse; family-friendly Italian; pizza and burgers; and an ice-cream cafe.

What’s Nearby
Architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s seminal dwellings, Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob; Ohiopyle State Park, with rafting, kayaking, and hiking and biking trails.

Drive Time
About three hours.

The Price
$319 to $729 a night; packages include extras.

Bottom Line
Great for extreme-sports aficionados and active types. 

—Cynthia Hacinli 

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