Finally, the holiday season is nearly in full-force, and the excitement is palpable. Yet, for many of us, normal life routines – work, responsibilities, etc. – make it challenging to devote time to bask in the joy of the season.
Being able to spend quality time with loved ones enjoying the tastes, traditions, and activities of the season is ideal, and there are plenty of ways to do that if you know where to go!
Nestled along a picturesque lake in Roanoke, West Virginia, lies the charming and cozy Stonewall Resort. An expansive cabin-styled resort, Stonewall Resort is the quintessential holiday getaway. If you’ve been dreaming of taking a weekend getaway somewhere festive, a destination where you can be completely immersed in holiday cheer, then Stonewall Resort is the place for you.
This season Stonewall is featuring a series of weekend retreats for their Season of Comfort & Joy. Choose from four different weekends starting at the end of November, through the middle of December. Never exactly the same, the specific activities of each weekend differ, enabling you to choose one that suits your holiday wishes perfectly.
November 25 – 27
Kick off the weekend with Stonewall’s annual “Light-Up Night,” where you can watch as the LED Christmas tree display is illuminated in front of the lodge. Live holiday music, complimentary cookies, hot cocoa and warm cider are the libations you’ll enjoy, as well as a “What to do with Holiday Leftovers” culinary demonstration. Partake in holiday bingo, delight in surprise Santa appearances, check out the enormous model train show, and indulge in Scents of the Season treatments in the Mtn. Laurel Spa. You can even take a trip on the Polar Express Train Ride at the Durbin & Greenbrier Railroad. To ensure you have lasting proof of this incredible weekend getaway, you can opt for a professional photography session in the grand hall. For more Santa action, don’t miss the delicious Sunday Brunch with Santa in Stillwaters restaurant.
December 2 – 4
Retreat from the daily grind to the holiday haven of Stonewall Resort. This weekend’s activities and entertainment will include live music with complimentary cookies, hot cocoa, and warm cider. Additionally, there will be an exciting culinary demonstration of “Liquid Nitrogen Peppermint Ice Cream”, Christmas craft workshops, and a trip on the Polar Express Train Ride from the Durbin & Greenbrier Railroad. Capture the memory at Stonewall with professional photography sessions in the Grand Hall. Be sure to enjoy Saturday’s Breakfast with Santa in Stillwaters, to be followed by a family canvas painting workshop hosted by The Starving Artist. On Sunday, Santa returns to Stillwaters for Sunday Brunch! You may also schedule a special “Bedtime Tuck-In” by Mrs. Claus or a Christmas Elf! Be sure to have your letters to Santa ready!
December 9 – 11
On this weekend, you’ll be able to enjoy live jazz music in the grand hall, watch a mixology culinary demonstration as well as Christmas movies. Delight in a trip on the Polar Express Train Ride from the Durbin & Greenbrier Railroad. On Saturday, don’t miss Breakfast with Santa followed by a special family canvas painting workshop hosted by The Starving Artist. Capture the memory at Stonewall with professional photography sessions in the grand hall. On Sunday, Santa will return to Stillwaters for the famous Sunday Brunch! You may also schedule a special “Bedtime Tuck-In” by Mrs. Claus or a Christmas Elf! Be sure to have your letters to Santa ready!
December 17 – 19
In addition to festive food, culinary demonstrations, painting workshops, live music and activities, this magical weekend features a series of performances by master magician and illusionist, Mark Clayton! This fast paced, comical and high energy show is appropriate for all ages and features a variety of grand illusions!
Four different holiday weekend getaways, each slightly different than the last. Four opportunities for you to gather your loved ones and take the time to enjoy the cheer of the season with one another. Release stress as you indulge in a weekend filled with joy. After a weekend at Stonewall Resort, you’ll return home feeling festive and rejuvenated. For further details, or to make a reservation, visit this page. ‘Tis the season to be filled with love and happiness!
