Site Plan Development
Equinox Resort & Hotel
Manchester, Vermont
The Equinox Resort and Spa is located in Manchester, Vermont. One of the oldest inns in New England, the Equinox has a distinguished history and is a popular retreat, attracting guests from across the United States and around the world. Saucier + Flynn was commissioned to develop a landscape master plan that preserved the historic character of the site but provided guests with an opportunity for diverse outdoor experiences.
The Landscape Master Plan that evolved resolved fundamental site issues related to future expansion, vehicular circulation and parking. Equally important, the master plan created a series of outdoor spaces that enhanced the guest’s experience at the resort. New amenities will include a culinary garden, where the chef will be able to conduct hands-on cooking demonstrations, a contemplation garden, a labyrinth, strolling paths, a children’s activity center, and a series of interpretive trails and walkways.
