DoveHill, a vertically integrated real estate investment firm focused on hospitality and other asset classes, announced it has acquired the Mayflower Inn & Spa, Auberge Collection, a premier luxury resort located in Washington, Connecticut. The acquisition expands DoveHill’s growing portfolio of high-end hospitality properties and reinforces its strategy of investing in distinctive, supply-constrained assets.
The Mayflower Inn & Spa is widely regarded as one of New England’s most iconic countryside retreats. Situated on 58 acres in Litchfield County, the property has built a longstanding reputation for refined estate-style hospitality and immersive guest experiences. It has earned numerous accolades, including a Forbes Four-Star Spa designation, an AAA Four Diamond rating, and a MICHELIN Key distinction, along with consistent recognition from Condé Nast Traveler as one of the highest-rated properties globally.
The resort features 35 rooms and suites, expansive gardens, a 20,000-square-foot wellness destination known as The Retreat, and multiple dining venues, including The Garden Room and The Tap Room. Its proximity to New York City, approximately 90 minutes away, positions it as a prime destination for luxury travelers seeking nearby escapes.
DoveHill indicated it plans to enhance the property through targeted investments while preserving its historic character and intimate atmosphere. The firm emphasized its focus on ultra-luxury hospitality assets that offer strong long-term value creation opportunities.
Auberge Collection will continue to manage the property, maintaining operational continuity and delivering its signature approach to experiential luxury hospitality. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to elevating guest experiences while sustaining the resort’s legacy.
DoveHill, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale and founded in 2011, invests across hospitality, industrial, and preferred equity strategies. The firm targets high-growth markets and underutilized assets, applying an operationally driven approach to generate returns for investors.
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“Mayflower Inn & Spa is one of those truly irreplaceable properties. It has an extraordinary sense of place, a legacy of excellence, and the kind of one-of-a-kind character we look for in every investment. We are deeply honored to steward this iconic estate and carry its storied tradition forward.”
Jake Wurzak, Founder And CEO, DoveHill
“Mayflower Inn & Spa is precisely the kind of asset we are singularly focused on, ultra-luxury, irreplaceable, and rich with high ROI opportunities. Ultra-luxury is one of the few segments consistently outperforming today, and as a drive-to destination just ninety minutes from New York City, the hotel is exceptionally well-positioned to capture the enduring post-COVID demand for nearby world-class escapes.”
Charles Paloux, Chief Investment Officer, DoveHill
