Be Deal-Aware in Delaware!

This week, take in some history and get pampered at one of Delaware’s most historic villages.

Where: The Inn at Montchanin Village & Spa. 514 Montchanin Rd., Montchanin, DE. 302-888-2133 or www.montchanin.com

What’s special: This 19th-century hamlet in the Brandywine Valley is listed on the National Register and has received numerous awards. The property offers a slice of historical heaven with 21st-century perks. It’s home to 11 meticulously restored buildings dating from 1799 to 1919 surrounded by beautiful gardens. Twenty-eight unique guestrooms and suites are appointed with period furniture. The suites have spacious sitting rooms with fireplaces, private gardens, and marble baths. The on-site Krazy Kat’s Restaurant is housed in a renovated blacksmith’s shop complete with one of the original forges — it’s known as much for its creative cuisine as its whimsical décor. The inn, a member of the Select Registry: Distinguished Inns of North America™, is close to museums, shopping, wineries, golf courses, battlefields, and historic sites.

The deal: Stay one night and get 50 percent off the second night’s stay when booking from Sunday to Wednesday. Guestrooms range from $192 to $244 and suites from $290 to $399 (tax not included).

When: Valid through October, 2010

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