PARK Magazine

FROM ECLECTIC TO
ARTSY TO COZY, EACH
INN HAS ITS OWN
PERSONALITY AND
DEDICATED INNKEEPER.
schemes throughout. Reopened last fall after a
full renovation, the circa-1838 Taylor House
Conference Center, where traditional spaces
meet high-tech equipment and amenities,
offers unique private event accommodations
and various meeting rooms. This restoration
marks the capstone to the journey Pleasant
Rowland (founder of the Inns of Aurora and of
the American Girl Doll empire) embarked on
twenty years ago to restore the Village’s 11+
historic buildings and revitalize them to their
original grandeur.
Surrounded by nature, you can take a hike
on their 3.5-mile trail or explore the sights and
wildlife on a complimentary bicycle. During
the warmer months, relax by the water - or on
the water - with their kayaks, canoes or
stand-up paddleboards. In the center of town
is the Schoolhouse, where you can take wind
down or focus on your wellness, especially
with their yoga classes. Check out everything
from a pair of Hunter boots to an easel and
canvas so that you can paint the scenic
scenery, plus birdwatching binoculars and
even stargazing equipment. Private add-on
experiences include spice blending classes
with the resort’s Director of Serenity and
archery lessons with resident Outdoorsmen.
A gourmet meal paying homage to the area’s
history with fresh fare from the surrounding
farmland awaits you at 1833 Kitchen & Bar,
where you will find a menu dedicated to
grass-fed beef, organic vegetables, succulent
seafood and award-winning wines. Nearby
Fargo Bar & Grill offers casual pub bites and
an impressive craft beer selection while Village
Market has take-home meals, plus chilis and
chowders, fresh coffee, morning pastries and
gifts to remind you of your Aurora adventure.
Learn to cook your favorite new dishes for
friends and family after your trip when you
book a session at Aurora Cooks! a memorable
and mouthwatering activity that’s perfect for
date night or girlfriends’ weekend.
Perhaps the crown jewel, and definitely most
calming part of Aurora, is the recently
launched Spa at the Inns of Aurora. This crisp
white barn-inspired spa which sits atop a hill
just above the Village, is committed to helping
you reach healing in both mind and body.
With six hydrotherapy pools, single and co-ed
spaces, locker rooms with saunas and
showers, a complimentary grazing café with
fresh salads, sandwiches and beverages, plus
outdoor fire pits, you can spend the day in
serenity. All Ayurveda-inspired treatments,
from massages to body wraps, are provided by
Rasa Spa.
Invest in your overall wellbeing at Inns of
Aurora for a getaway you are sure to fall in love
with. P
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