No matter what you or your partner’s passions may be, Pinehurst is the one place ready to indulge every one of them. So, what does the ultimate couples vacation at Pinehurst look like? It’s probably a bit different for everyone, but this curated itinerary puts together a weekend filled with some of our favorite highlights from this one-of-a-kind place, with the possibility of adding even more.
DAY 1
ARRIVAL:
Settle in and take a breath.
As a couple, you really can’t go wrong when booking your stay. The Carolina Hotel is the majestic, stately and flagship hotel of Pinehurst, and it’s newly renovated rooms will wrap you in luxury, but in the heart of the Village, the recently renovated rooms at The Magnolia Inn set the perfect scene for a romantic couples getaway.
EVENING:
Casual and carefree spirits.
Enjoy a fun dinner and atmosphere at Pinehurst Brewing Co., then walk mere steps up the hill to The Manor and enjoy a nightcap at the North & South Bar, a whiskey bar featuring classic and original cocktails and more than 70 differing spirits. It’s the perfect place to wile away the evening, whether in the stylish bar or by the cozy fire pits on the patio.
DAY 2
MORNING:
Breakfast with a side of charm.
What better way to start the day – any day in Pinehurst – than with breakfast at any of Pinehurst’s many locations? Beginning April 23 while the Carolina Dining Room enjoys a renovation, peruse any of the stops along the way at Pinehurst that serves breakfast. Enjoy the expansive veranda at PL8TE at No. 8, or the cozy, tucked-away solitude of Station 21 at Pinehurst Sandmines. Or watch one of the greatest golf courses in the world, Pinehurst No. 2, wake up with its elegant maintenance as golfers are welcomed into their bucket list – all while you watch from the Deuce at the main clubhouse.
AFTERNOON:
Choose your adventure.
Relaxation and convenience:
Take a tranquil retreat with the services of the Spa at Pinehurst, which offers an array of spa treatments, like a relaxing aromatherapy massage. The New England-style Village of Pinehurst is just down the brick pathway from any of our hotels, and within its winding streets are the little shops and restaurants you thought only still existed in old movies. Leave the car parked as just about everything in Pinehurst is within walking distance, rent a pair of bikes or enjoy complimentary shuttle service around the Village.
Explore the fun of the game:
You’ll find there may be no better time at Pinehurst than the Golden Hour. You’ll find a vibrant vibe at the Resort Clubhouse, where the fun of golf is alive at The Cradle short course or the putting course, Thistle Dhu. Find a spot on the veranda and watch golfers play the 18th hole of famed No. 2 and enjoy bites and drinks from the Deuce, one of the best pubs in all of golf. Or sit in the Adirondack chairs at the Cradle Crossing and soak in the fun side of golf. After all, you are at Pinehurst!
EVENING:
Sip and savor.
Dining at Pinehurst offers your choice of whatever you are in the mood for. You may enjoy the casual elegance of the 1895 Grille, though the American fare of The Tavern at The Holly Inn might be Pinehurst’s best-kept dinner secret. Cap your evening with a cool cocktail among the fire pits just outside The Carolina Hotel, soaking in the pine-scented ambiance that has greeted guests for decades.
After dinner, reserve a horse-and-carriage ride through the Village and surrounding areas.
DAY 3
MORNING:
Wake up slow.
Breakfast, the Carolina Coffee Shop and the veranda rocking chairs are calling again. Or maybe, this time, take your coffee and enjoy the Village of Pinehurst. This quaint New England-style village was designed by none other than Frederick Law Olmstead, who designed New York’s Central Park. The curved streets of Pinehurst are laid out that way for a reason – to keep you looping around and in the Village, discovering new treasures on every corner.
AFTERNOON:
Don’t rush off.
Does a golf retreat or a tour of the North Carolina Pottery Highway beckon again today? No rush to leave Pinehurst, so take your time. Another idyllic small town setting is in nearby Southern Pines, just a 5-minute car ride away.
At Pinehurst, time tends to find a way of slowing down, allowing you to consider the important things in life again – each other.
DAY 4?
The beauty of Pinehurst is you may not want to leave. And, since the Bed & Breakfast package always offers a 1-night stay, why not consider putting work off for another day…
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