37% off (Sale price $69.00, Reg. Price $110.00) :: Hotel at a Glance: Chelsea Sun InnThe Chelsea Sun Inn might be near the beauty of the Poconos, but when you set foot on the property you might swear you were in Tuscany. Thats because the charming inn is also a full farm, winery, and vineyard with grapevines lining the landscape in attractive rows. Where youll stay: The inns suites come with complimentary WiFi, as well as a 32-inch flat-screen TVs, and dinette sets. Some have fireplaces and sitting areas. Start the day with deluxe continental breakfast served in the lobby for $10 per person. Sample some wine at The Stonehenge Winery Vineyard located on the property. Distance from Big Pocono State Park: 29 milesPennsylvanias Pocono Mountains: Hiking, Trout Fishing, and Historical TownsThe Poconos region of northeastern Pennsylvania accounts for some 2,400 square miles of mountains, lakes, waterfalls, and forests. The area has been a popular vacation destination ever since Pennsylvania Quakers opened a hotel here on the Delaware River in 1829. Today, the Poconos draw more than 25 million annual visitors, thanks to year-round recreational opportunities and stunning natural scenery.The warmer months are a great time to explore the region’s lakes and wooded hills. For spectacular hikes, check out Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, where you can trek to dramatic waterfalls or follow a 27-mile section of the historic Appalachian Trail. A handful of little towns full of antique shops and galleries nestle in the mountains, too. Youll find boutique wine galleries and historical mansions tucked away on country roads, including the late 19th-century Asa Packer Mansion, which is open for tours, in the borough of Jim Thorpe.In winter, locals often make weekend trips from Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York, and DC for one reason: skiing. One ski spot thats particularly popular is Camelback Mountain Resort, which sits atop one of the region’s tallest mountains and boasts 160 acres of skiable terrain. For an extended run, head to the Nile Mile, which drops 800 feet
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