Giveaway: Weekend at Winvian
Morris, Connecticut
Designtripper is thrilled to offer a weekend getaway to the ultimate countrified escape: the Winvian. Located in the Litchfield area of Connecticut, these playfully luxe cabins are spread across 113 beautiful, wooded acres–and sit directly beside 4,000 more, all accessible for hiking, biking, horseback riding, fly-fishing. Each of the completely unique 18 freestanding cabins is decorated to reflect its loose, kind of quirky theme–like the Beaver Lodge, which features a giant, actual beaver lodge-cum-art-installation hanging above the bed, the Artist Cottage or the Stable. The super-lucky winner will have a six-month window to pick their weekend, so you can cozy up in the Log Cabin this winter or wait until spring and stay in the Treehouse, which is perched between a group of maples. There’s also a spa, restaurant and garden on-site.
We’re leaving the contest open all week. To enter (one entry per person, please), leave a comment below. We’ll close comments this Friday, February 18 at 5pm EST and announce the winner in this space Monday morning. Winners picked at random.
More nitty-gritty: The window of certificate validity ends six months from the date of winning. Black-out dates will apply (holiday weekends, etc.). Valid for two adults only. The stay will be two nights in a tier 1 or tier 2 cottage with a possible upgrade to a tier 3 cottage based on availability upon arrival. Breakfast daily and one dinner for two also included (excluding wine).
Thanks and good luck!
14 February 2011 | Anne Said:
Sounds like a wonderful place and a wonderful trip!
14 February 2011 | Sarah Said:
Sounds amazing! I’ve actually never been in a treehouse and would love for theirs to be my first.
14 February 2011 | Blaire Said:
Can’t believe I did “like” you on Facebook earlier by the way!
14 February 2011 | Heather Said:
Yes please, I’d love to spend the weekend here! I’ll “like” you right now!
14 February 2011 | Kristen Said:
I am so glad to know about this spot. What a perfect destination spot and I hope I win the weekend. Happy Valentines Day Everyone!
14 February 2011 | Carlie Said:
Looks like the perfect place for a relaxing getaway! Sign me up!
14 February 2011 | jennie Said:
how awesome! i would love to take my fiance here for a weekend.
14 February 2011 | Stephanie Said:
This gorgeousness just bumped Litchfield up on my adventure list!
14 February 2011 | Caity Said:
What a beautiful weekend retreat!
14 February 2011 | Micah Said:
My wife turned me on to you guys. I love the pictures. I just wish we could travel to all of the places.
14 February 2011 | Catasterist Said:
Oh wow does this look like a lovely place to spend a weekend!
14 February 2011 | Amy Said:
sounds just right! i would LOVE a new england getaway right about now
14 February 2011 | Mariah Said:
Looks like a great place! I miss New England… Love this site so much!
I just sent the Ramblas hotel from your last post to my sister since she is going to Barcelona for work in a few weeks. She’s going to try and stay there:)
14 February 2011 | Courtney Said:
Would love to stay in the helicopter suite…
14 February 2011 | Robin Said:
Looks amazing! Just “liked” you on FB. Hope I win.
14 February 2011 | Shannon Said:
Please transport me to this cozy, relaxation haven!
14 February 2011 | Liz Said:
What a great blog, newest in my reader! Can’t wait to see more!
14 February 2011 | Rebecca Wilson Said:
Oh my goodness, what a great get away! My fiance would love me forever if I took him here.
Good luck everyone…but I hope I win this one. 
14 February 2011 | Molly Said:
Ceiling of Secret society, the sinks at Woodland, the fireplace in the Spa, the Library living room… oh please.
14 February 2011 | emily Said:
i need a vacation — hook me up designtripper
14 February 2011 | anne Said:
looks amazing!
14 February 2011 | Hillary Said:
Oh, love it. The fiance and I could use a free weekend away (well, we’d have to pay for a plane ticket…).
14 February 2011 | elizabeth Said:
looks fabulous!! perfect getaway from nyc..
14 February 2011 | Sarah Said:
I “liked” you on fb….and now I see why
Amazing site!
14 February 2011 | michelle Said:
we just moved from new england to nebraska and miss it so much! we would love to get back for a vacation!!
14 February 2011 | Kristi Said:
“Liked” – this place looks amazing!
14 February 2011 | Sonya Benham Said:
Looks like the perfect getaway.
14 February 2011 | Heather Johnson Said:
My husband and I would be delighted to have a night away. It’s been more then three years—thanks to our Darling children. Oh I would absolutely LOVE to win this and surprise him!
14 February 2011 | Jeremy Johnson Said:
Yes, I hope we win! What an awesome trip!
14 February 2011 | Rebecca Said:
Ooooo….just the kind of get-away my husband and I dearly need. Would love to bring the 5 children…but, alas that will have to wait til next time..;)
14 February 2011 | Chantal Said:
Looks like an amazing getaway!!
14 February 2011 | Jen Said:
And I SO need a vacation (thanks to my 3 beautiful children)…. do I HAVE to bring my husband with me, or can I just spend a weekend all by myself?
14 February 2011 | tabatha smith Said:
Wow, I would love, love, love this trip. Never been to the Northeast of the country. would love to have this trip for my husband and I
14 February 2011 | Jenny Said:
drooling over this incredible vacation spot… cannot imagine having the opportunity to do this – our last vacation was well before our son was born. what an incredible, creative, unique experience.
pick me?
14 February 2011 | bobc Said:
Winvian looks like a very special place! Thank you for highlighting it !
14 February 2011 | Lacey Said:
This looks like a fabulous place for peace and quiet. Serene with comfort and class.
14 February 2011 | Patrick F. Said:
The Winvian looks absolutely fabulous! You can tell that such attention to detail was put into the place. It really looks like an ideal getaway for visitors from near or far.
14 February 2011 | Wendy Said:
What a perfect getaway! Love the idea of staying in a treehouse.
14 February 2011 | Lindsey Said:
That looks like a little slice of heaven — Valentine’s Day or any day.
14 February 2011 | Laura Said:
Never thought I’d be dreaming of a Connecticut getaway…but here I am, dreaming of a Connecticut getaway.
Your website is the greatest!!
14 February 2011 | Kelli Said:
Looks like a perfect 10-year-anniversary getaway for my husband and I. Looks just lovely.
14 February 2011 | Jenny Said:
Mmmm… I’m relaxed already.
14 February 2011 | Cassandra Said:
What a great giveaway!!! Oh how this would so nice to get out and get away! I would love to take my mom here.
15 February 2011 | Madeline Said:
You are SO liked on Facebook. This contest is FANTASTIC!
15 February 2011 | Carol Morgan Said:
I would love to win this to surprise my husband! I like you on facebook.
15 February 2011 | Kathy @MerrimentDesign Said:
Yeehaw! It’s our 5th anniversary this year and after baby we need to get outta Chicago. I liked you on Facebook and joined the group (?) too.
15 February 2011 | sondra Said:
I like you! I really really like you!! Your photos, site and contest are all very LIKEable!
15 February 2011 | Courtney Said:
What a great, unique spot (although the same can be said about most of your posts!). Would love a weekend getaway!
15 February 2011 | Maria Said:
love these cabins, love your blog. love love love.
15 February 2011 | Becca Said:
this looks incredible. So glad to have just found this site!
15 February 2011 | Jenny Said:
oh i dream…
15 February 2011 | Alex Said:
Vacation!!!! Here we come
15 February 2011 | Sean Said:
I live in Chicago and would love to take a break from the city, head east and enjoy a pastoral setting in Connecticut! Looks fabulous!
15 February 2011 | caroline Said:
Looks great!
15 February 2011 | Agata Said:
Winvian take me away!
15 February 2011 | Joaquin Said:
Liked, on Facebook and in real life! Looks like a beautiful place and sounds like fun!
15 February 2011 | Kella Said:
Beautiful! Hope I get to go!
15 February 2011 | Michael Kiser Said:
Fingers crossed!
15 February 2011 | William Said:
Perfect escape from the city – yes please!
15 February 2011 | Jennifer Said:
me. me. me!
15 February 2011 | Inessa Said:
pick me!
15 February 2011 | Ronald Said:
sign me up!!.
15 February 2011 | karine seidman Said:
oh boy, oh boy, I hope I win this sounds amazing! I’ve been “liking” you on Facebook for quite a while now…
15 February 2011 | Liza Said:
oh, i can’t wait for my weekend getaway.
15 February 2011 | Atelier Turner Said:
A cottage in the woods for a weekend getaway sounds like a perfect summer trip…definitely sign me up!
16 February 2011 | Ronnie Said:
Love your site and would love to spend a weekend at Winvian!
16 February 2011 | Erin Said:
Looks beautiful! Great posting and I’d love to make a trip there.
16 February 2011 | loret lee Said:
Would be a nice getaway for any couple!!!
16 February 2011 | sara Said:
“like” your site and love the look of this Winivan!
16 February 2011 | Barry Goheen Said:
What an amazing deal! Pick me!!!
16 February 2011 | el bee $$$ Said:
I’M AN O.G.>LIKER<
16 February 2011 | mark Said:
wow…looks like a dream vacation
16 February 2011 | Sabine McAlpine Said:
This looks beautiful!
16 February 2011 | Brian Said:
Great site, would be nice to win this…
16 February 2011 | Kerri Said:
Thanks for sharing such a beautiful place! Would love to pay a visit.
16 February 2011 | Sheryn Said:
I could use a relaxing weekend getaway right now.
16 February 2011 | Cindy Donaldson Said:
Spending a weekend in any of the cottages would be fabulous. My personal vote would be the Beaver Lodge! Winvian is an adult 5 star playland – it doesn’t get much better!
16 February 2011 | Filippo Said:
Such an amazing giveaway! Winvian is by far one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed at.. One night last year, and I left my heart there!
The room (cottage!), the food, the hospitality of the staff.. I’d be the happiest guy on Earth if I could go back!!!
16 February 2011 | Susan Said:
One of the most beautiful areas in Connecticut, I’d love to stay there!
16 February 2011 | Annie Smith Said:
Pick me! Pick me! It’s so beautiful there, the stuff dreams are made of!
16 February 2011 | JoAnn Said:
looks relaxing would love to go
16 February 2011 | Ann Said:
Sounds wonderful!
16 February 2011 | heather Said:
I could use a nice weekend away!!!
16 February 2011 | Diana Said:
Like like like. This looks like an absolute dream.
16 February 2011 | Jenny Said:
i am determined to win this!! i really need a vacay
16 February 2011 | Elizabeth Cordani Said:
~~ I would love a peaceful getaway at Winvian! Such a unique place, right here in Connecticut!
17 February 2011 | Lisa Caesar Said:
My friend went here last year and said it was AMAZING!!!! Kids loved it:)
17 February 2011 | Julia Said:
I would LOVE to win this! What a great website!
17 February 2011 | SL Pierre Said:
This looks awesome!
17 February 2011 | Sofie Said:
Hola – we’d love to visit Connecticut! Can’t wait to see who wins…
17 February 2011 | Yvonne Said:
Love the East Coast! And you website
17 February 2011 | Eve Said:
Yay Connecticut!
17 February 2011 | Liz Said:
Design tripper, you’re the best.
17 February 2011 | Karen Said:
Just what I need after this winter!
17 February 2011 | Pat Said:
With the stress in life, I can just imagine this getaway to renew my spirit. Hope you pick me.
17 February 2011 | Marti Said:
Pick me. Pick me. Winvian is my alltime, absolute favorite place to stay in the world! It’s a place of romantic escapes and haute hospitality. It’s a dream trip. It’s the maker of great stories and fabulous tales by the watercooler. I will tell those tales, I promise!
17 February 2011 | Alyssa Said:
a perfectly poetic place to wistfully escape to. thank you for sharing!
15 February 2012 | Emily Said:
A little place called ‘Heaven’ in Connecticut…….what a lifetime treat this would be!
23 May 2012 | Morna Crites-Moore Said:
Ahhhhhhh …. I feel refreshed just reading about this whimsical getaway.
24 May 2012 | Joe Said:
You are in the Best region of New England
25 May 2012 | Rhea Said:
Hi! My name is Rhea! I’m going to be spending my next two years in Bosnia and Herzegovina and this would be such an amazing fantastic getaway
26 May 2012 | Michael Said:
This looks great and the tree house is almost as wonderful as the ones you have in Sweden.
27 May 2012 | Andrea Said:
I just adore your site. I came across it today and I cannot wait to get away. What beautiful ‘finds’ you’ve posted, I look forward to reading about your next adventure. Winvian would be the perfect respite from the kids for my 10 year anniversary. I think I shall stay there whether I win or not.
28 May 2012 | Adam Said:
The hotel looks fantastic and would be a wonderful place to spend our 22nd anniversary. Looking forward to the call.
28 May 2012 | Jamie Said:
Amazing place!! Fingers crossed . . .
29 May 2012 | Mike Said:
Fantastic!
29 May 2012 | Susan Phillips Said:
These are charming and original. Would love to visit!
04 June 2012 | Elly Said:
Litchfield Hills = heavenly.
11 July 2012 | Stefanie Said:
With the student loans that I have – wow would I love a vacation at a place like this! Sign me up!
06 January 2013 | Jenni Said:
This looks incredible. I’m already dreaming …
21 January 2013 | Charlotte Said:
Looks like an amazing vacation spot!
12 February 2013 | Jenny Leshem Said:
I have been obsessing about this place for years. Each cabin on the property looks insane. The uniqueness and attention to detail is incredible. I am crossing my fingers my husband and I win this. Nothing would make us happier.