Set amidst the abundant and breathtaking beauty of 58
acres of century old rhododendron, endless trees, and
luxuriant grounds, every season
is a whole new reason to hike, saunter, bicycle, ski or snowshoe
though one of New England’s most perfect verdant
reserves: nearby Steeprock
Reserve with its thousands of acres as well as its spectacular
Shepaug River.
Those interested in less arduous pleasures, will find a late afternoon stroll amidst the unmistakable luxury, tranquility and beauty of our great lawn, contemplative Shakespeare Garden and the meandering paths of our American Poetry Maze also offers rich rejuvenation.
The Mayflower's grounds are a walker's paradise. Specimen trees with wonderful sounding names like Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar meet the knot gardens of boxwood and red barberry with wildflower cutting gardens beyond.