Since 1913, health enthusiasts and those seeking respite from the everyday have made their way to the historic Grove Park Inn. This spectacular destination, set in the shadow of Asheville’s Blue Ridge Mountains, is the ultimate year-round resort. Light-filled and spacious, the guest rooms pay homage to the Arts & Crafts aesthetic with Mission-style furnishings and decorative accents. Active-minded travelers choose from the 18-hole Donald Ross-designed golf course, a superb tennis facility, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, while relaxation-seekers head for the 40,000-square-foot, grotto-like spa. The spa, crafted out of natural rock, is a delight for the senses with cascading waterfalls and golden sunlight streaming in through the skylights. From hydro bath treatments to flotation body masques, it exceeds the expectations of its well-traveled visitors.

The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa Amenities:

• 510 rooms, 10 story. Check-in 4 pm, check-out 11 am. Six restaurants, two bars. Children's activity center. Fitness room, spa. Indoor pool, outdoor pool, whirlpool. Golf, 18 holes. Tennis. Business center.