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Reader Question: Thanksgiving '08 in the Hill Country?

I am looking for something in the Hill Country for next Thanksgiving. A hotel, lodge anything where there's a little scenery and the meal is served on Thanksgiving day. Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance, Amanda

Dear Amanda,

Thanks for your email. We've got a variety of suggestions; we haven't had Thanksgiving dinner at these properties (although after this year's cooking and cleaning, that's sounding like a good idea!!) They're all very nice but very different from each other:

Escondida Resort, Medina
http://www.escondidaresort.com
This resort is owned by Bob Phillips of the television show Texas Country Reporter; it's small (just 10 rooms) and known for its surrounding beauty and its on-site spa.

Ye Kendall Inn, Boerne
http://www.yekendallinn.com
This historic inn is located in Boerne (in the Hill Country but not in the country); the inn's Limestone Grille is well-known for its fine dining. From the inn, you can walk to the many antiques shops and boutiques in downtown Boerne.

Hyatt Hill Country Resort, outside San Antonio
http://hillcountry.hyatt.com
For a large resort, this one's great; it's technically in San Antonio but is outside Loop 410 and surrounded by green space. The resort serves a big Thanksgiving dinner and has plenty of walking trails for after-feast walking.

Canyon of the Eagles Lodge & Nature Park, Burnet
http://www.canyonoftheeagles.com/
This resort is a great property for nature lovers. It's on an arm of Lake Buchanan and surrounded by wildlife. The restaurant serves a holiday meal and activities range from night sky viewing to eagle watching cruises aboard the Vanishing Texas River Cruises.

Happy travels! Paris and John

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