Hours of Operation Dinner Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm Friday and Saturday: 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Sunday: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Brunch Sunday Brunch: 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Reservations are Recommended Scott Plantier Executive Chef / Owner Joel Theriaque Chef de Cuisine / Owner Janet Waterman General Manager / Director of Events 29 Plaine Hill Rd. Woodstock, CT 06281 (860) 974-3456 / Fax (860) 974-1929 [email protected] www.mansionatbaldhill.com The History of the Mansion at Bald Hill The year of 1892, Roxanna Wentworth Bowen, heiress to the Pullman Train fortune and her husband Clarence Bowen had purchased the 91 acre parcel known locally as Bald Hill. For the Bowen Family this was a continuance of family roots “on the hill” which dates back to the late 1700’s The industrialist named Henry Bowen, brought fame to the small town of Woodstock at his Victorian summer home, “Roseland Cottage”, from which he entertained dignitaries and three Presidents. The three Presidents of the United States to visit the cottage were 18th President Ulysses S. Grant, 19th President Rutherford B. Hayes, and 23rd President Benjamin Harrison. Prior to the Bowen’s owning Bald Hill, it was a barren crown associated with the farm of open fields and crop growing. This was remedied quickly by the planting of thousands of maples, birches, pines and oak trees. While the trees were taking root, the Bowen’s built the most ambitious of houses on the hill. The Mansion is a grand structure set at the top of the property and now completely hidden from any view of the outside world, just as Mrs. Bowen had planned. The Mansion stretches four stories high over the ship-like basement and is over 13,000 square feet. A tour of the home along the three main floors would guide you through 21 rooms, constructed in the late 1890’s. In 1952, Albert and Nancy Simonds purchased the Mansion and the Bald Hill property. The Simonds had relocated to Southbridge, MA with their family and continued to develop the Simonds Machine Company, which serviced American Optical by producing optical lens grinding machinery. Albert Simonds found that he needed a reliable foot switch to use on his machines, which would allow the machine operator to have both hands free for whatever task is at hand. He developed the foot switch and subsequently, Linemaster Switch Corporation was born. The Mansion was used as office space for the company into the 1990’s while a barn was built a couple hundred yards away to support Linemaster manufacturing. The manufacturing facility is still located on the grounds of Bald Hill encompassing over 50,000 square feet. In 2002, Joe Carlone became the new owner of the Linemaster Business and The Mansion at Bald Hill. Mr. Carlone brought new life to the Mansion at Bald Hill, turning it into a fine dining restaurant and Bed and Breakfast. He brought in the top talent of Joel Theriaque, Scott Plantier, and Janet Waterman to manage and develop the Mansion at Bald Hill. The Mansion now features a New Banquet Center that was established in 2015 and the two facilities serve as a haven for celebration and as a retreat for relaxation. The Mansion at Bald Hill is in the heart of what the New York Times calls “One of the most ten scenic drives in the nation.” 29 Plaine Hill Rd, Woodstock, CT 06281 29 Plaine Hill Rd. Woodstock, CT 06281 (860) 974- 3456 / Fax: (860) 974-1929 [email protected] www.mansionatbaldhill.com The Mansion at Bald Hill Banquet Center Menu Tidbits Appetizers Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail Traditional-Classic Tomato-Horseradish Sauce, Served with Fresh Lemon....12 Tacos Del Dia Daily Changing Selection of Chef Designed Specialty “Tacos”....10 Salads Garden Wedge Crisp Iceburg, Ripe Tomato, Bacon, Creamy Bleu Cheese Dressing....7 Mansion Ceasar Romaine Hearts, Romano Cheese, Toasted Croutons, House Dressing....8 House Entrees Grilled Filet Mignon Grilled 9oz All Natural Beef Tenderloin, House Demi Glace, Sautéed Baby Green Beans, Creamy Mashed Potatoes....32 Beef Short Ribs Tender Cabernet and Thyme Braised Beef Short Ribs, Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes, Garlic Buttered Sweet Peas....30 Visit our Website for our Full Menu www.mansionatbaldhill.com Seasonal Menu and Pricing Subject to Change A Step Back in Time You are invited to a summer residence built with grace and elegance during the Industrial Age. Enjoy the serenity of a century ago, still preserved in the last remaining green valley in the Northeast Corridor. Enjoy rooms of substance while surrounded by the pastoral beauty of the Bald Hill property. The Wentworth Room - A corner room with its presidential blue walls features ample space, a classic fireplace, king-sized bed, private bath with deep claw foot soaking tub and marble sink............................................................................$180.00 Mrs. Bowen’s Room - The original mistress of the house’s private suite. This extra-large room features a fireplace, king-sized bed, writing desk, window seat, and a sitting area. The original private bath features a sumptuous claw-foot soaking tub, marble double sinks, and for conversation, a baby’s tub..................................................................$230.00 Mr. Bowen’s Room - The gentleman’s private abode, fireplace, substantial king-sized bed, writing area with a comfortable lounging couch. The bathroom features a large space with all the amenities, tiled floor and relaxing large walk-in shower........................................................................$205.00 Bald Hill Suite - A very comfortable room with queen-sized bed, fireplace, window seat, private bath with claw foot tub for a soothing soak, adjoining room with small sofa with single pull-out as an additional private area separate from the main room..................................................................$180.00 Roxanna’s Room - A spacious suite overlooking the side garden, a center sitting room with fireplace and sofa with fullsize pull-out, queen-sized bed, inviting window seat, private bath with huge tiled shower........................................$210.00 Garden Room - This corner room overlooking the formal garden is quiet and cozy. Has a queen-sized bed and a large private bath with a walk-in shower.............................$140.00 All rooms are double occupancy and are subject to a lodging tax of 15%. Room amenities include; CD player with alarm clock, in-room coffee maker, hairdryer, iron and ironing board. An exquisite breakfast accompanies every stay. All rooms are available with cable, high-speed internet access, television and VCR/DVD players. There is also a library of DVD’s to access for your enjoyment. The Mansion at Bald Hill is delighted to announce the opening of the elegant new Banquet Center in May of 2015. This exquisite architectural design was developed over a two-year period breaking ground in the spring of 2014. The vision for this new facility was to capture the pure elegance and the timeless style of the Mansion at Bald Hill. Upon approach, under cover of the elegant porte cochere, adorned with a beautifully illuminated copper clad cupola, you will be welcomed into the pre-function room. Coffered ceilings, wainscoting walls, and a large warm stone fireplace provide a welcoming feeling. The Mansion at Bald Hill Banquet Center is 7,500 square feet of beauty and is home to a flawless 275 guest ballroom containing a decorative wood arched truss design and gorgeous chandelier lighting. The large ballroom also receives natural lighting from its grand nine window arrangement while offering a scenic view of Bald Hill. A spacious dance floor, sound system for music, and a sophisticated 20 foot Italian Copper Meteorite Granite Bar compliment the ballroom to make your event unforgettable. In addition to the main ballroom the Banquet Center has a state of the art conference room equipped with an executive conference room table, exquisite seating for 14, and a 75” LED Smart Television. This space is ideal for corporate meetings and has the technology for interactive presentations. The spectacular outdoor venue features a vast 3,000 square foot patio area. Comfortable outdoor furniture invites you to stay and enjoy all of the stunning features the outdoor patio has to offer including an impressive outdoor gas fireplace, gas fire ring, luxurious 3-tier fountain, and serene stone waterfall. The Mansion at Bald Hill Banquet Center will be host to any form of celebration and for anyone looking to have a memorable experience, excellent food, and an atmosphere like no other.
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