A Promissory Note to Our Valued Guests
Winvian Values Your Trust
A dedication to value guides everything we do at Winvian. As a Relais & Châteaux run by a mother-daughter team, Winvian is more than a resort; it’s a testament to the enduring power of family values and the art of gracious living. Inspired by a deep commitment to European hospitality, our private estate in the rolling Litchfield Hills harbors a world where guests are not just visitors, but valued members of our extended family. Our every choice is driven by this promise to our guests: entrust us with your special moments and we will exceed your expectations—making the ordinary feel extraordinary and providing you with the kind of escape money alone cannot buy.
Unrivaled Upgrades
At Winvian, we believe true luxury means feeling completely understood. Our warm welcome begins even before you pass through the iconic Winvian gate. After you book your stay, our dedicated team will reach out to learn your personal rituals—from the fresh milk for your morning coffee to the welcome drink that sets the perfect tone for your arrival. We want you to feel valued—your every preference not just noted but honored.
Winvian values slowing down and savoring self-care. Once ensconced in your cottage, you’ll find only the most exquisite linens. A Boca Terry robe and take-home slippers are an invitation to linger longer, lounging in your private outdoor space with your drink of choice and an unmatched view of our beautiful estate.
Location, Location, Vacation
Winvian values easy access to world-class experiences. Imagine staying within walking distance of a spa so transporting that Condé Nast Traveler ranked it as a top wellness retreat in the United States. As a Winvian guest, you have complimentary access to the Spa at Winvian’s co-ed infrared sauna, an amenity combining the relaxation and research-backed wellness we’re known for. For a truly restorative stay, allow our concierge to arrange your spa services ahead of time, connecting you with Spa staff for a personalized consultation, ensuring you leave here feeling renewed and refreshed.
Picture yourself taking a Cottage Bike on a leisurely spin to a Five Diamond restaurant helmed by European-trained culinary legend, Chef Eddy. Here, you’re greeted by name, and led to a table with a view of the gardens behind our farm-to-table dishes. If you’ve been here before, our head of house, Stefano, will likely remember some of your past favorites and delight in answering questions or making suggestions tailored to your palate. This pairing of familial welcome and world-class spa and dining experiences is rare. Winvian is proud to offer both, right at your doorstep.
Your (Private) Home Away from Home
Winvian values privacy. Your accommodation is an entire cottage, all your own. No shared walls. No shared patios. No noisy neighbors—just the quiet luxury of your own sanctuary. Relax by your personal fireplace, or in your cottage’s dedicated outdoor area.
We value uniqueness and it shows. Each of the houses in our Cottage Collection is a one-of-a-kind home, created by an individual architect to offer a completely distinct experience. Guests can choose anything from a romantic Connecticut lighthouse to a lofty perch among the trees. They can enjoy utmost privacy in Secret Society, or a giant window to the world in Camping. They can enjoy cockpit-turned-cocktail-destination in Helicopter or indulge in Library’s erudite elegance. We love it when guests tell us their cottage experience was priceless—something they could never recreate anywhere else.
Less Waste. More Wow
In an era of increased awareness, luxury hospitality can get a bad rap, suggesting Marie Antoinette-style indulgence with no thought for environmental impact. Winvian believes that real luxury and mindful indulgence go hand-in-hand. While we will let you eat cake (including a complimentary breakfast of decadent offerings baked on site) we value the resources of the natural world around us. That’s why we take measures to promote sustainability—a Quench water machine in every cottage, reusable containers for Molton Brown (the British Royal family’s toiletry brand of choice), organic gardening practices that produce stunning blooms, and on-request access to an eco-conscious Volvo as part of our exclusive Volvo-experience.
We also value our place in the local community, and your Winvian stay includes an immersion in the rich traditions of the Litchfield Hills. While here, you can take in work by local artists, or learn from artisanal distillers and local creators, without ever leaving the comfort of our estate. We work hard to ensure our efforts feel effortless. Because your utmost satisfaction is what we value most of all.