Crystal Springs Resort
The resort consists of two hotels, Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel. We stayed at the resort the first weekend in March 2022 when there was a chill in the air, and a little snow remaining in places. The resort is nestled against a backdrop of the Appalachian Mountain Range and the rolling hills of its three world-class golf courses (Wild Turkey Golf Club, 18-holes, Course Rating/Slope 75.3/135), Crystal Springs Golf Club, 18-holes, Course Rating/Slope 73.5/139, and Cascades Golf Club, 9-holes, Course Rating/Slope 37.7/141).
We stayed at Grand Cascades Lodge in a stunning one-bedroom suite which consisted of a separate bedroom with king bed and a great room with living room with gas fireplace, dining area, and fully equipped gourmet kitchen with stove, full-size refrigerator, coffee maker, dishwasher, and washer and dryer, perfect for longer stay vacations. In addition to the king bed in the separate bedroom, there was also a pull-out sleeper sofa in the living room.
The spacious bathroom featured a walk-in shower with rain shower head, jetted tub perfect for soaking after a day experiencing the resort’s activities, lighted make-up/shaving mirror, hairdryer, and a plethora of amenities. Other suite features included a safe, ample closets, and an iron and ironing board.
The suite had a balcony with round table and four chairs, and while it was still cold the final days of winter, we enjoyed sitting out there with our morning coffee and enjoying the spectacular view of the mountains.
Wine Cellar
The resort has a changing calendar of daily activities to appeal to diverse age and interests. One of the activities we experienced was their Wine Tasting in their Award-Winning 45,000 bottle Wine Cellar with Wine Director and Sommelier Suzanne Wagner. The informative and very tasty wine tasting was a highlight of our stay. (Read about theWine Tasting in theWine Cellar section.)
Crystal Tavern
Executive Chef Aishling Stevens is the talent behind the resort’s impressive restaurants, and we had an excellent dinner at the Crystal Tavern, where a wall of windows overlooking the mountains complemented the cuisine. We also had the pleasure of listening to renowned guitarist/composer and Latin Grammy winner Hernan Romero perform in the restaurant. A few of the highlights of our dinner included the Crispy Octopus beautifully presented with beluga lentils, lardo, and heirloom carrot, the fork-tender Short Rib of Beef presented on a bed of aligot potatoes (mashed potatoes with cheese), cipollini onion, and baby carrot, and the Apple Crumble served warm in a cast iron skillet accompanied by three scoops of ice cream. (Read about our dinner atCrystal Tavern in theRestaurants section.)
Short Rib of Beef
After our leisurely dinner, the fire pits on the Fire & Water Decks beckoned invitingly with the offer of marshmallow roasting. Sitting by the firepit was both primal and romantic as we roasted our marshmallows on long wooden skewers and then ate them while they were golden brown, and warm and deliciously gooey.
Roasting the perfect mashmallow
We finished our perfect evening by visiting their Biosphere Pool Complex where we swam in the indoor pool, then bravely ventured outdoors to experience their heated pool brightly illuminated by a full-moon sky. After a visit to their sauna, we returned to our suite delectably relaxed and content.
Biosphere Pool Complex
The resort has activities to inspire all ages and abilities according to the season. During our stay a few of their many activities offered included horseback riding, hiking, yoga flow, body pump, axe throwing, archery, paint + sip on canvas, mason jar paint + sip, pony rides, laser clay shooting, wine tasting, and "glice" skating. In the morning, we took a self-guided Nature Trail Hike, followed by "glice" skating. (Read about experience"Glice" skating in theAdventures section.)
Glice Skating Ring
With its convenient location, stunning accommodations, gourmet restaurants, world-class golf courses, and diverse amenities, Crystal Springs Resort is the perfect getaway for couples, friends, families, weddings, and reunions.
Read more about Crystal Springs Resort in theRestaurants,Chefs’ Recipes,Wine Cellar, andAdventures sections.
For more information or to make a reservation at Crystal Springs Resort, please visit their website: www.CrystalGolfResort.com or call them at: +1-973-862-4351.
Crystal Springs Resort
1 Wild Turkey Way
Hamburg, New Jersey 07419
United States
Telephone: +1-973-862-4351
Website: www.CrystalGolfResort.com
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