Grateful Getaways: 6 New England Thanksgiving Feasts

When it comes to New England Thanksgiving getaways, Stage Neck Inn is one of our favorites. This iconic destination offers breathtaking ocean and harbor views making for the perfect autumn stay in Maine. This year, their festive buffet includes turkey, prime rib, and ham carving stations, raw bar, sides, salads, desserts, and more. Gather your friends and family and let Stage Neck Inn set the table—all you have to do is show up, slow down, and savor the season.

Wild Goose Tavern at Chatham Wayside Inn is serving up a decadent Thanksgiving buffet feast on November 27th, complete with all the classics and beyond. Start with a roasted beet & goat cheese salad or pear candied pecan salad before loading up on stuffing, roasted acorn squash, green bean casserole, balsamic roasted crispy brussels sprouts with bacon, mac and cheese, and more. For the main course, they’re serving up roast turkey and gravy, haddock piccata, and prime rib. And of course, they haven’t forgotten about dessert either. So this year, leave the cooking and cleanup behind and head to Wild Goose Tavern for a meal you won’t forget.

Christmas Farm Inn & Spa’s New England Thanksgiving menu is all about breaking bread and giving gratitude. Here you’ll find a three-course meal offering with all the classics and a side of warmth, care, and joy. This charming inn is known for its friendly hospitality and welcoming demeanor, making it the perfect place to unwind and relax this November. Surrounded by stunning foliage and happy people, you’ll feel right at home here this Thanksgiving. 

Saybrook Point Resort and Marina is one of our top New England Thanksgiving destinations. Their award-winning holiday buffet at Fresh Salt is where the flavors of the season take center stage and you’re invited to gather with family and friends along the waterfront to enjoy a chef-crafted feast designed to make your holiday both effortless and unforgettable. Sink your teeth into traditional favorites like roasted natural turkey with herb stuffing, prime rib, and Berkshire smoked ham, along with their grand seafood and raw bar. Finish the celebration with a slice of pumpkin pie, a pecan tartlet, or a s’mores cake pop. 

For an elevated Thanksgiving feast, head off to Topnotch Resort. Let the spirit of the season unfold at their Flannel Restaurant, where the glow of the mountains meets the comfort of a holiday table. As golden leaves give way to the quiet hush of winter, gather with family and friends to celebrate tradition, abundance, and togetherness with a stunning menu to match.  

On a typical day, Castle Hill Inn’s chefs artfully craft fresh local fish, regional meats, and produce into a distinctly native, seasonal menu, served in four dining rooms within the Inn. But on Thanksgiving, the feast is reimagined in the best way. This year’s celebration will feature family-style appetizers, a choice of entrée, and a festive dessert buffet including all the classic Thanksgiving side dishes. Cozy up by the wood-burning fireplaces and enjoy live music throughout the day. We can’t imagine a better way to celebrate the holiday together.

Whether you’re carving into a locally raised turkey at one of our above recommendations or taking in the leaves as you stroll through a seaside town, every moment is a return to what matters most: connection, care, and staying grateful for what means the most to you. 

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