If you’re craving adventure and indulgence without hopping on a plane, The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort in Richmond, Rhode Island, might just be your next weekend escape. Spanning 3,500 acres of pristine wilderness, this sprawling destination redefines the concept of a luxury resort—offering equal parts nature, wellness, and five-star hospitality.
Guests are treated to four-season outdoor recreation paired with impeccable “white glove” service. Think archery, golf, rock climbing, clay shooting, horseback riding, and a Bentley Off-Road experience—all in one breathtaking setting. Whether you come for a day trip or check in to one of Hilltop Lodge’s elegantly rustic suites, the views and amenities make it hard to leave.
Storybook Hobbit Houses outside of Boston
The Preserve is also home to some of New England’s most enchanting dining experiences. The Double Barrel Steakhouse serves refined French- and European-inspired cuisine in a warm, lodge-style setting, while the White Birch Café at the OH! Spa offers fresh smoothies and light fare overlooking panoramic vistas. But the showstopper is tucked beneath a hillside: the Maker’s Mark Hobbit Houses. These storybook-inspired dining cottages are built into the earth, complete with rounded doors, flickering candlelight, and handcrafted whiskey-barrel tables. Each meal—grilled to perfection and paired with fine bourbon—feels like stepping straight into The Shire.
Back above ground, guests can unwind by the pool at the seasonal H2O Café, indulge in a spa day, or cap the night by the firepit beneath Rhode Island’s starry skies.
Just under an hour and a half from Boston, The Preserve combines rugged outdoor adventure with refined luxury—making it the perfect getaway for New Englanders seeking a little magic close to home.
Find the The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort at:
1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI
