There is no better time than now to explore your own backyard! And by backyard, I mean the good ‘ole US of A. Our homeland has a lot more to it than we give ourselves credit for- sure, we didn’t all grow up in towns as charming as the little European villages that flood our Instagram feeds, but I think you’ll be surprised at the amazing selection of unique hotels and resorts that are sitting just across a few state lines.

From East Coast to West Coast, North to South, you can find something for everyone-- if you know who to ask, of course.

DUNTON HOT SPRINGS
DOLORES, COLORADO

Truly one-of-a-kind in the Wild West. This 19th century mining ghost town turned luxury resort is rugged at best- but promises to be worth the journey.

EDGEWOOD TAHOE RESORT
LAKE TAHOE, NEVADA

Dreamy alpine lodge far from your usual Tahoe resort. No dim casino or outdated cabins here- just stunning lakeside vistas and endless relaxation. See for yourself on their 24/7 live webcam, click here.

VENTANA BIG SUR
BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA

Located on the edge of the majestic Pacific coast. This place will soothe your soul + mind with its endless beauty and tranquility. Fans of Big Little Lies will have visions of Celeste and Perry’s cliffside home, or you can glamp under the Redwoods if you’re feeling more like Bonnie.

VEREMEJO, A TED TURNER RESERVE
RATON, NEW MEXICO

Welcome to your U.S. Safari. A jewel in New Mexico, Veremejo is an all-inclusive ranch-style lodge with a dozen fishable lakes and streams, and over 1,000 bison, elks, black bear, mountain lions, and more. You might be surrounded by nature- but you wouldn’t know it by looking at the rooms- this “lodge” is housed in a 1920’s-era stone mansion, a fascinating juxtaposition.

EL COSMICO
MARFA, TEXAS

I never imagined myself endorsing— scratch that— “cautiously recommending” a night in a trailer, but if you’ve considered the trek to Marfa, you know that lodging is limited. Experience life as a vagabond for one night, you’re sure to come home with at least one good war story.

TROUTBECK
AMENIA, NEW YORK

A country retreat two hours upstate from Manhattan, details are what make the impression here. Design lovers will find themselves right at home and love to escape here for a night while in the Big Apple.

THE GREEN O
GREENOUGH, MONTANA

Not yet opened and already the most exclusive hideaway in the mountain West. The highly anticipated, adult-only opening by our friends at The Resort at Paws Up is limited to 12 secluded Haus designs, doused in Mountain luxe and focused on wellness.  

FRIENDS OF RAGAN WILL RECEIVE COMPLIMENTARY AMENITIES AT THE FOLLOWING HOTEL PARTNERS FEATURED IN THIS POST:

• Dunton Hot Springs

• Edgewood Tahoe

• Veremejo

• Ventana Big Sur

• Troutbeck

• The Green O