While staying at Blantyre, you'll find there are many activities you can enjoy without ever having to leave the property. With advance notice, we are happy to help schedule lessons and appointments or arrange for special requests. We can also assist with other things to do in the Berkshires. Simply call or stop by the Front Desk at your convenience.
Croquet - Two of the most beautiful championship bent grass croquet courts are available to our guests. Smooth soled shoes are a must and whites are strongly recommended. Shoot a few hoops for fun or arrange for lessons from our instructor through the Front Desk.
Exercise - Blantyre's original Potting Shed now houses a small exercise area with a treadmill, bicycle and cross-trainer for indoor workouts. Guests are also welcome to use the hot tub, steam room and sauna to unwind. Changing rooms and showers are available, as are complimentary iced tea, lemonade and a seemingly limitless supply of Dove ice cream bars.
Golf - While not part of our property, the 18-hole Cranwell Golf Course and School are a stone's throw away from Blantyre. Please see "Within Berkshire County."
Massage - Our wonderful tiny spa, housed in Blantyre’s original Potting Shed, is just for our guests. We offer massages, facials, manicures and pedicures, and an assortment of body wraps and scrubs in three private treatment rooms. A soothing massage in the comfort of your room may also be arranged. Twenty-four hours advance notice is requested.
Picnics - Whether for use on our grounds or at Tanglewood, we are happy to prepare special picnic baskets, lovingly decorated with flowers and ribbons, for our guests. You may take your choice of menus offered by Chef Christopher Brooks and described in our Dining section.
Swimming -Our spacious heated outdoor pool (75' by 28") is beautifully situated beside our "potting shed" spa. And is open during the "not too cold" months… generally May through October.
Tennis - Four Har-Tru tennis courts are available to our guests. Proper tennis shoes and dress, whites preferred, are requested. Tennis rackets are available at the Front Desk. Should you wish to improve your skills or book a game, Dan Robbins, our teaching professional can assist you.
Trails - For moderate exercise, a mile-long walking trail surrounds the grounds. To help with your exploration of our woods and meadows, a map is available at the Front Desk. The trails are a favorite of Ann's father, the senator.
Ice Skating - Blantyre’s very own skating rink….actually we flooded our 3 har-tru tennis courts. The ice rink is an absolute joy surrounded always by softly glowing lights and swirling music. Selection of rich Hot Chocolates served…as well as Ice Picnics and Snow Bar-b-ques. Snow Concierge will assist you.
Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing - Enjoy Blantyre’s trails hugging the perimeter of our 117 acres of lawns and woodlands. Our Snow Concierge will assist you.
