Nestled in a stunning mountainside setting, Mountain View Resort in North Conway is designed to offer an authentic valley-living experience. Accommodations are spacious studio, two-, or three-bedroom units. Nearby activities include biking, boating, fishing, golfing, horseback riding, tennis, and ice-skating, as well as cross-country, downhill, and waterskiing. There is a playground, lake, and grocery store in the local area. At Eastern Slope Inn, a neighboring resort, guests can enjoy the indoor pool, indoor/outdoor hot tub, fitness center, and game room.

Mountain Shadows Resort is located across from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Surrounded by picturesque scenery, accommodations are one- to six-bedroom log cabins with amenities including a hot tub, full kitchen, fireplace, gas grill, central air conditioning and heating, and cable TV. Some units also have a whirlpool bath, game room, and home theater. On-site are amenities such as an outdoor pool with waterfall, a clubhouse, and outdoor pavilion. The resort is 3 miles (5 kilometers) from downtown Gatlinburg, close to Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, and just minutes from Pigeon Forge.

Located in the heart of Gold Country, just 30 miles (49 kilometers) northeast of Bear Valley ski resort, Mountain Retreat’s scenic setting offers a range of exciting outdoor activities. Nearby, visitors can enjoy hours of tubing and sledding during the winter, and golfing, hiking, and rock climbing in the warmer months. Explore the area wineries, visit Calaveras Big Trees State Park and Mercer Caverns, and learn about the California Gold Rush era at Columbia State Park.

Located in the town of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Mountain Meadows makes a perfect Smoky Mountains getaway. Summers are filled with outdoor activities such as golf, tennis, horseback riding, white-water rafting, and fishing, all of which are within a few miles of the resort. As autumn approaches, the mountains offer a spectacular show of color. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just minutes away, is ideal this time of year for hiking. As winter sets in, the snow draws skiers to the slopes of Ober Gatlinburg, which is just 10 minutes’ drive away.

Located in the mountain region of North Carolina, Lake Lure offers beauty and serenity, and is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Just steps from the resort are wooded trails for leisurely walks and exciting hikes. Mountain Loft overlooks the picturesque lake and two 18-hole golf courses at Rumbling Bald Resort, and is situated in front of Bald Mountain, the ideal setting for boating, fishing, and golfing. Units are two-bedroom condos with a loft, full kitchen, dining room, and living room with a fireplace.

Mountain Laurel Resort and Spa in the Pocono Mountains is located near major ski areas and the Pocono Raceway. The resort is a four-season vacation destination, with decor inspired by the surrounding woodlands. You will enjoy spectacular views from your private balcony. Amenities include tennis, bocce, archery, indoor and outdoor pools, hiking trails, and organized family and children’s activities. The nearby Split Rock Resort offers a movie theater, bowling, and a 27-hole championship golf course, with clubhouse, dining facilities, and 53,326-square-foot (4,954 square meters) indoor water park.

Situated on Loon Mountain’s slope-side, The Mountain Club is ideally located to take advantage of New Hampshire’s year-round activities. Recreational opportunities include golf, horseback riding, hiking, and skiing right outside the front door. Resort amenities feature squash and racquetball courts, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a complete fitness center and day spa, as well as great dining both on-site and nearby.

Located at a 7,800-foot (2,377 meters) elevation in the High Sierra, Kirkwood boasts spectacular alpine scenery. At The Mountain Club at Kirkwood, outdoors enthusiasts are in close proximity to their playground. After an active day, head downstairs to the fitness center, steam room, sauna, and outdoor hot tub. In the winter, take advantage of easy access to five chair lifts, ski tickets, rental equipment, dining, and shopping. In the summer, enjoy an extensive network of hiking and mountain bike trials. Facilities are limited in the late spring and fall off-seasons.

Mount Malarayat Golf & Country Club is a golf resort community with distinctive, contemporary Filipino architecture. Its 27-hole, all-weather, championship golf course, designed by the J. Michael Poellet Group, is the centerpiece of the project. The club complexes and sporting pavilions offer a wide range of recreational activities just a short distance from the accommodations.

Conveniently situated between the V & A Waterfront and Cape Town’s historic lighthouse, Mouille Point Village provides an ideal base for vacationers. This ocean-side resort boasts serviced apartments decorated in a modern style. From sunbathing on the beach to kayaking or strolling along the scenic promenade, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Many trendy coffee shops, dining spots, and lively beaches and bars lie nearby. NOTE: The units are in a partially residential building with limited on-site amenities.