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Travel Curator
The World's Most Storied Lake Retreats
"New England’s newest luxury lakeside resort is tucked away in the heart of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region and takes a cue from the grand private estates that dotted this area a century ago — only with every modern luxury."
The Express Magazine
Travels with Hannah: Lakes, Luxury and Maple Cream
"The luxury resort, which opened late in the summer of 2025, offers 114 rooms and suites; a 6,000-square-foot spa with multiple treatment rooms; a private movie theater; and both casual and fine dining concepts, thanks to James Beard Award-nominated chef Chris Viaud."
The Hotels Library
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam: A Fresh Take on New Hampshire's Classic Lake Escape
"Set across 36 acres on the shores of Lake Winnisquam, this resort is one of the most ambitious hospitality projects New Hampshire has seen in decades. With 114 guest rooms and suites, it's large enough to offer the facilities of a full service destination resort, yet carefully designed so it never feels overwhelming."
The Independent
A Road Trip Through New England Revealed the Region's Vast Cultural Legacy
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is a £100m dream vacation spot created by Patty and Ed Rocco. It’s straight out of a Robert Redford idyll, Arcadian and ambitious."
NH Business Review
Business Retreats Should Not Be Business As Usual
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam in Tilton is a new luxury resort and one of New Hampshire's newest options having opened in the summer of 2025."
Boston Magazine
A Long Weekend Traveler’s Guide to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region
"New Hampshire has any number of charming places to stay, from mom-and-pop B&Bs to elegant inns, but the state’s first five-star resort opened just last fall. The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, located on 36 gorgeously landscaped acres in Tilton, is like a billionaire’s lakeside retreat."
Premier Hospitality International
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"After more than a century since New Hampshire's legendary grand hotels graced the White Mountains, a new chapter in luxury hospitality begins in The Granite State. The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a $90 million masterpiece spanning 36 pristine lakefront acres, is now open."
Los Angeles Travel Magazine
The Lake Estate New Hampshire
"There are destinations that impress at first glance and then there are those that quietly recalibrate your sense of what luxury should feel like. At The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, set along the tranquil shores of Lake Winnisquam, the experience unfolds with a sense of ease and intention, where expansive natural beauty meets thoughtful design at every turn."
Modern Luxury
Revealed: Boston's 2026 Best of Travel Awards
"BEST HOTEL NEW HAMPSHIRE, THE LAKE ESTATE ON WINNISQUAM: The much-anticipated lakefront hotel’s opening did not disappoint, bringing the promised opulence and high-end experience at every touchpoint."
Turismo & Attualità Magazine
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam: il nuovo lusso silenzioso del New Hampshire
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is a luxury resort with 114 rooms, set in just under 15 hectares of greenery overlooking the lake directly. But reducing it to numbers would be a mistake. Opened less than a year ago, its inspiration comes from the great private estates and Grand Hotels of the late nineteenth century — those that marked the birth of elite tourism in New Hampshire."
Boston Common
The 2026 Best of Luxury Travel
"Best Hotel New Hampshire: The Lake Estate on Winnisquam. The much-anticipated lakefront hotel’s opening did not disappoint, bringing the promised opulence and high-end experience at every touchpoint."
The New York Times
Five Hotels to Consider For Your Next Road Trip
"On 36 acres in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, this new 114-room-and-suite luxury resort and spa has mountain views and more than 3,000 feet of shoreline."
Boston Uncovered
This 5,300-Square-Foot World-Class Spa 90 Minutes From Boston Just Ranked As ‘The Best New Spa In America’
"Opened just last year, the independent luxury year-round resort boasts a 5,300-square-foot spa. American Spa, the leading trade publication in the spa and wellness profession, just highlighted The Lake Estate on Winnisquam’s world-class spa as the “best in the nation.”
Yankee Magazine
Best of New England 2026
"Though this posh 114-room property was built in 2025, its polished woods and dormered roofline reflect the timeless appeal of an Adirondack-style 19th-century resort."
The Telegraph
Lakeside Living on Winnisquam
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam drapes itself across 3400 feet of quiet shorline that feels secluded, almost like discovering a "rich uncle's summer cottage."
The Laconia Daily Sun
The Spa at the Lake Estate on Winnisquam awarded Best New US Spa
"The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam has been named “Best New U.S. Spa (2026)” by American Spa magazine, the industry’s leading authority on spa and wellness."
American Spa Magazine
Inside The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"The resort has an elegant, warm, and inviting atmosphere, which extends into The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam. The 5,000-square-foot wellness facility, which opened in fall 2025, offers nature-inspired treatments using local minerals and botanicals, wellness therapies, and curated rituals designed to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing."
AAA Explorer Northern New England
Lakeside Luxury
"Set on the southwestern shore of the Granite State's fourth-largest lake, the 36-acre property in Tilton includes 3,400 feet of lake frontage, an infinity pool, a 5,000-square-foot spa, restaurants directed by chef Christ Viaud, and 114 rooms and suites."
The Concord Sentinel
Spring Events and Seasonal Offerings Return to The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is welcoming spring with a mix of overnight savings, dining events, and experiences designed to ease into the warmer months."
HEY RHODY
A World of Travel is Right Here
"25 fireplaces and a two-time James Beard nominee make this lakefront resort hotel shine."
American Spa
Lakeside Comfort
"A new spa in a small town in New Hampshire is making a big impact on guests’ physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing."
THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
Learn to love mud season at The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"For those looking for a different take on mud season this March, ditch the dregs of dirt in your driveway and head to The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam for a pampering spa session."
New Hampshire Home Magazine
It's All About Understated Luxury at New Hampshire's Newest Resort
"In an era when luxury hospitality often means minimalist design, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam stands out. The new 114-room resort, situated on 36 acres in Lake Winnisquam in Tilton, fully embraces the warmth and grandeur of New Hampshire's 19th-century grand resort hotels."
LACONIA DAILY SUN
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam to host Duckhorn Vineyard Wine Dinner
"Head to The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, the newest resort to open in New Hampshire and in New England, for an unforgettable culinary experience on Feb. 28, as they welcome Duckhorn Vineyards of Napa Valley for an exclusive wine pairing dinner."
BUSINESS NH MAGAZINE
Hospitality Veterans Bring Luxury to the Lakes Region
"The $90 million property has 3,400 feet of waterfront, an infinity pool, 25 fireplaces, custom-built furniture, banquet halls, a wine cellar, a movie theater, an in-house floral shop, and striking craftsmanship throughout. "
LACONIA DAILY SUN
Viaud hits 'grand slam' with first wine dinner at Lake Estate, featuring vintages from Kendall-Jackson
"Randy Ullom, recently-named winery ambassador for Kendall-Jackson Wines, led guests of a recent wine dinner at the Lake Estate on Winnisquam on a culinary journey through the cuisine of Chef Chris Viaud"
THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
The Lake Estate to Host 5-Course Wine Dinner
"On Wednesday, Jan 21, Viaud will pair a five-course dinner in the Estate Ballroom, celebrating local ingredients and the bounty of New Hampshire farms."
The Condord Sentinel
Kendall-Jackson Winemaker Randy Ullom Headlines Wine Dinner at The Lake Estate
"Chef Chris Viaud, Director of Culinary Arts at The Lake Estate, created the five-course menu with balancing flavors and texture to complement each wine."
Northshore Magazine
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam’s Celebrity Chef Chris Viaud Teams Up With California’s Kendall-Jackson Winery
"Straight from Sonoma Valley Wine Country to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam invites the public to its first exclusive 5-course wine pairing dinner featuring award-winning Randy Ullom."
Modern Luxury
The Ultimate Guide to the White Mountains
"Located on the banks of Lake Winnisquam, The Lake Estate marries lakeside splendor with elevated lodgings."
Boutique Hotels
The Best Boutique & Luxury Hotels In New Hampshire
"The Lake Estate is one of the best new luxury boutique hotels in New Hampshire. Nestled on the tranquil shores of Lake Winnisquam, the waterfront getaway is perfect for exploring the Lakes Region."
BOSTON COMMON
The Ultimate Guide to the White Mountains
"Located of the banks of Lake Winnisquam, The Lake Estate marries lakeside splendor with elevated lodgings."
Taste of the Seacoast
Wines on the Winnisquam
"After discovering The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a new hotel and spa that features wine tastings in its wine cellar I quickly decided to visit for an overnight stay."
THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
Lake Estate on Winnisquam Ready for 1st Holiday Season
"The season’s holiday charm has come to life at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, where staff have gone above and beyond to create a refined atmosphere of twinkling baubles, tinsel, and ribbons of red and gold for the Lakes Region resort’s first holiday season."
The Concord Sentinel
Chef Chris Viaud Hosts a Three Course Holiday Dinner at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"Guests visiting The Lake Estate on Winnisquam this December will have the chance to experience an intimate, holiday dinner created by one of New Hampshire’s most respected culinary voices."
Modern Luxury Interiors New England
New-Fashioned Tradition
"Situated on 36 acres, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam’s exterior of stone and cedar shingles is both impressive and cohesive with its surroundings."
L'Officiel Hommes
New Leaf: The Best New Autumn Getaways Combine Historic Charm with Modern Luxury
"For an even more bucolic experience, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam in Tilton, New Hamphsire, stretches accross 36 acres, a modern interpretation of the Gilded Age."
New Hampshire Chronicle
New luxury resort in Lakes Region invites guests to enjoy many amenities and relax
"There is so much to do on the property, you could leave your keys on the dresser"
The Boston Globe
Three Weekend Escapes in New England for People Who Love the Winter
"We were excited when we learned the luxury resort and spa, which opened and is already receiving glowing reviews, would also be open throughout the winter."
Travel and Tour World
Escape to The Lake Estate on Winnisquam: A New Luxury Retreat in New Hampshire’s Beautiful Lakes Region
"The visitors will be able to enjoy the lake view, plethora of outdoor activities and exquisite services which focus on the unspoiled natural beauty of the region with mountains, lakes and wilderness."
WCVB-TV
Tilton, New Hampshire, welcomes new luxury resort on Lake Winnisquam
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam aims to become the state's first five-star hotel."
Travel + Leisure
This New England State Just Got Its First New Luxury Resort in More Than 100 Years—With an Outdoor Pool and Lake Views
"As if on cue, the soulful howl of a loon pierced the autumn air as I stepped out onto my room's balcony overlooking Lake Winnisquam, a place long treasured by New Hampshirites, yet little known to the outside world."
Northshore Magazine
The Lake Estate on Winnisquan is New Hamphsire’s New Crown Jewel of Hospitality
"Guests arriving at the property are immediately enveloped in a sense of grandeur reminiscent of a bygone era—elegant, serene, and deeply connected to its natural surroundings."
The Conway Daily Sun
Lake Estate on Winnisquam Showcases Local Touches Throughout Luxury Resort
"Local and state leaders were on the shore of Lake Winnisquam on Sept. 23 for a symbolic destruction of the key ceremony to open The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a 114-room luxury hotel on Laconia Road adorning 36 acres of lakefront property."
Conde Nast Traveler
The Most Exciting Hotel Openings of Fall 2025
"There’s a fantastic wine cellar, a bourbon room, an infinity pool, a theater, and pickleball courts—all the hallmarks of staying in a fabulous friend’s over-the-top lake house."
The Laconia Daily Sun
Lake Estate on Winnisquam showcases local touches throughout luxury resort
"Local and state leaders were on the shore of Lake Winnisquam Tuesday night for a symbolic destruction of the key ceremony to open The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a 114-room luxury hotel."
The Boston Globe
New Hampshire’s $90 million hotel is finally open. Is the Lake Estate on Winnisquam five-star material?
"I’m relieved to say that, despite the apparent obstacles, the Lake Estate on Winnisquam has been flawlessly executed. Nearly every detail is thoughtfully and purposefully accounted for."
Northshore Magazine
Luxury Up North: The Lake Estate on Winnisquam Resort Opens in New Hampshire
"Fall has arrived and the anticipation of visiting of New Hampshire’s hospitality newcomer brings an air of excitement to this road trip."
Rhode Island Monthly
5 Itineraries for a Fun Fall Escape
“All the wonderful features you would expect in a luxury resort,” Ed says. “The whole idea here is really to embrace the mountain ranges and the lake.”
NH Union Leader
Lakes Region: Beautiful scenery, plenty of outdoor activities await you this fall
"Visitors looking for an overnight or multi-day stay have a new option, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam — a 114-room, independent year-round resort and spa in Tilton."
The Concord Sentinel
Tilton’s $90 Million Resort Aims to Redefine Luxury in the Lakes Region
"As summer winds down in New Hampshire, travelers are squeezing in their final swims, barbecues and camping trips. But along the western shore of Lake Winnisquam, something far more ambitious than a lakeside rental is taking shape."
NH Business Review
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam to open in NH’s Lakes Region
"Luxury times five. The Lake Estate on Winnisquam sees diamonds and stars in its future."
Rhode Island Monthly
Luxury Living
"A newcomer to New Hampshire's hospitality scene seeks to elevate the state's vacation reputation."
Bloomberg
The Grand American Resort Is Making a Comeback—Just in Time
"On the site of a onetime resort called Anchorage at the Lake, the reincarnated destination has lured top Boston chef Chris Viaud to design Frenchified New England fare for its main restaurant."
Travel and Tour World
New Hampshire Ushers in a New Era of Hospitality as Dan Dagesse of Nucar Auto Dealerships Unveil Luxury Resort, All You Need to Know
"New Hampshire is set to experience a transformative shift in its luxury hospitality landscape with the unveiling of The Lake Estate on Winnisquam."
New Hampshire Public Radio
One Wine Cellar. 25 Fireplaces. 30 Miles of Crown Molding. Is this the Swankiest Hotel in NH
“We're taking that hotel experience and bringing it to the next level,” said Patti. “Hoping to get, aspiring to get, our five star, five diamond recognition.”
New Hampshire Magazine
A New Era of Lakeside Luxury
"When it opens in August in time to host its first wedding, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam will strive to become New Hampshire’s first Forbes Five-Star and/or AAA Five-Diamond rated luxury property."
NH Union Leader
Lake Estate on Winnisquam Planning Soft Opening
"Patti Rocco had a dream one night about five years ago in which she and her husband built a luxury hotel and restaurant in the heart of the Lakes Region."
New Hampshire Magazine
Luxury Times Five
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam sees diamonds and stars in its future."
Downtown Magazine
New England Waterfront Elegance
"Preparing for its grand opening later this summer, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam will be New Hampshire’s newest luxury destination resort that will include a 5,000 square foot, full service spa."
WFEA 1370AM Radio
The Morning Update with Jeff Chidester
"A Grand New Tradition Coming to Lake Winnisquam."
Travel Writers Radio
New Hampshire’s First 5-Star Hotel, Lake Estate
"Helen Hayes and Carolyne Jasinski, have joined forces to interview an experienced couple of hoteliers who are building the first five-star hotel in the US state of New Hampshire."
New Hampshire Magazine
Best of NH 2025 Fun & Adventure
"We couldn’t resist spotlighting this luxury resort as a perfect new place to recharge and start summer traditions all your own."
Forbes
A New Hampshire Lakefront Estate Hotel Aims For Five Stars
"The resort has been modeled after a private estate and inspired by New Hampshire's 19th-century grand hotels. The stated aim is to become the state’s first Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond property."
NH Business Review
Lake Estate on Winnisquam Schedules Job Fairs
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam, a 114-room luxury resort that plans to open in Tilton in August, is hiring for all positions."
Modern Luxury
Revealed: Boston Common's Best Of Luxury Travel Awards 2025
"Most anticipated hotel opening."
Trend Watch Magazine
Luxury on Lake Winnisquam
"Samyn-D’Elia Architects of Holderness has been tasked with putting The Lake Estate on Winnisquam on the map as well as the Forbes Travel Guide’s Five-Star list of hotels, restaurants, and spas."
Boston Common
Revealed: The Best Of Luxury Travel Awards 2025
"The ultimate list for luxury travel around the globe."
Modern Luxury
The Most Powerful People in New England
"Chris Viaud, Executive chef & owner, Northern Comfort Hospitality; director of culinary arts, the Lake Estate on Winnisquam."
NH Union Leader
New Business: The Lake Estate lands high-profile chef
"Viaud, a two-time James Beard Foundation Award nominee and "Top Chef" alum, was recently named the director of culinary arts at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam."
Northshore Magazine
The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is Aiming to Offer a Forbes Five-Star Experience in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region
'New Hampshire has scenic highways, long stretches of sandy beaches, and majestic mountain ranges but it does not have a Forbes Five-Star or AAA Five-Diamond property.'
Boston Sunday Globe
Can a New Luxury Hotel Give New Hampshire its First Five-Star Getaway?
"An upscale hotel opening this summer on Lake Winnisquam may finally land the Granite State on the Forbes List "
The Times UK
The best thing to do in every US state in 2025
"An ideal New England escape that’s extra special when the region’s famous fall colours are blazing. Best of all, you’re just a 90-minute drive from Boston."
Forbes
The 25 Best New Places To Stay In 2025
“This hotel will be a “home run,” especially for upscale families,” says family specialist Tamara Speid at Embark Beyond. “There are literally no luxury destination resorts of this size, with the amenities and experiences within easy reach of both New York and Boston.”
Boston Uncovered
A Massive 5,000-Square-Foot Lakefront Spa Will Open Just 90 Minutes From Boston
"Design of The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is inspired by the former late 19th century grand hotels of the White Mountains. The property is already proving popular as a New England wedding destination, with hundreds of inquires while still in construction."
New Hampshire Union Leader
5 Star Escape Rising on site of former Anchorage Resort on Lake Winnisquam
"Located on 36 acres, the three-story, 160,000-squarefoot resort will have two beaches on 3,400 feet of shoreline; three restaurants; a grill alongside an outdoor infinity pool; a library; and $1 million of artwork from around New England."
JustLuxe
The 27 Most Anticipated Openings of 2025 in North & South America
"Ideal for savoring the beauty of each season, The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is poised to be New England's most exclusive new luxury resort."
BusinessNH Magazine
Tilton: A new resort is expected to draw more tourists to the region
"Construction on the new resort along Lake Winnisquam could be a game-changer for the town and the region."
The Laconia Daily Sun
Aiming for the top: Lake Estate on Winnisquam seeks five-star distinction
"The Lake Estate, sure to become a landmark hospitality establishment when it opens next year, represents not just a renewal of an aged property, but a shared ambition among its owners to create the premiere lodging experience in the Granite State."
Travel Agent Central
Introducing: The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam
"The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam is slated to open in summer 2025. The 5,000-square-foot facility will be New Hampshire’s newest luxury destination and day spa."
Period Homes
The Spa at The Lake Estate on Winnisquam Slated for Summer 2025 Opening in NH
"The Lake Estate on Winnisquam will offer a complete destination spa getaway experience. The property will offer 96 guestrooms and 18 suites. Many guestrooms come with private balconies or patios."
Registry Review
Can NH Support a $1.9K-Per-Night Resort?
'New Hampshire may soon find out whether the state has a strong enough travel-and-tourism market to support a potential five-star luxury resort complex.'
Boston Globe
Can a New Lakes Region Luxury Hotel Give New Hampshire its First Five-Star Getaway?
"An upscale hotel opening this summer on Lake Winnisquam may finally land the Granite State on the Forbes list."
The Laconia Daily Sun
Lake Winnisquam popularity continues to increase
"Lake Winnisquam is located in Belknap County and is within close proximity to shopping, music venues, hiking trails, restaurants, theatres, Gunstock Ski Area & snowmobiling trails."