Reimagining One of America's Great Estates Built in 1912, Pendry Natirar Opens in New Jersey's Enchanting Countryside of Somerset County
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pendry Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Pendry Natirar, located on a sprawling 500-acre estate in New Jersey's Somerset County. Located 45-minutes outside of Manhattan, New York, the resort is centered around a restored 1912 Tudor-style mansion and features an adjacent 66 guestrooms including 20 suites. A stately escape, guests will enjoy a range of luxury amenities, including a signature farm-to-table restaurant and cooking school Ninety Acres; Ladd's Tavern, Spa Pendry and fitness center; on-site 10-acre The Farm at Natirar; Compass Sports, Paintbox Children's program; 13,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space; and The Natirar Club, an exclusive modern members club. Pendry Natirar will also feature 24 Pendry Residences offering both Estate and Farm Villa Residences.
"Pendry Natirar's rich heritage combined with the natural beauty of Somerset County make this an incredibly exciting opening," said Alan J. Fuerstman, Founder, Chairman and CEO Montage International. "Having grown up in New Jersey, I've always held a deep appreciation for the state's unique blend of history, natural beauty and the charming countryside. I am delighted to introduce Pendry's unique brand of hospitality to this remarkable destination."
Designed by CosciaMoos Architecture with interiors by DesignAgency, Pendry Natirar draws inspiration from the picturesque estate and the traditions and styles of old world England's grand country manor homes, reinterpreted with a modern sensibility. DesignAgency captured the Tudor mansion's historic charm by first preserving and restoring its original limestone foyer, stone fireplaces, ornate plaster ceilings, warm wood paneling, and oak flooring. New layers of richly textured materials, contemporary furniture, art, lighting, and elegant finishes create a distinctive design that respects the building's heritage while signaling a new era of contemporary luxury.
Pendry Natirar is home to many unique culinary offerings including:
- Ninety Acres – Pendry Natirar's signature fine dining restaurant, Ninety Acres, presents a relaxed yet refined take on chef-driven menus. Inspired by and directly sourced from the sustainable farm on the estate, seasonal fruits and vegetables are brought to the table with consideration and passionate culinary skill.
- Ladd's Tavern – The culinary center point at Pendry Natirar, Ladd's Tavern offers a classic, all-day menu that evokes the best of countryside cooking and camaraderie. Adjacent to the Great Room, this inviting space features cocktails, light bites, and afternoon tea.
- The Cooking School – Guests are invited to immerse themselves in Pendry Natirar's farm-inspired lifestyle with hands-on cooking classes at The Cooking School at Ninety Acres. This casual yet engaging culinary setting allows participants to learn techniques, recipes, and tips from local chefs, using fresh farm ingredients and locally sourced products.
Additional amenities include:
The Farm at Natirar – A working farm that provides fresh produce and ingredients for the restaurants, showcasing the region's agricultural heritage. Guests can enjoy immersive experiences at the farm, learning about sustainable farming practices and participating in educational activities such as farm tours, bee tours and honey tastings through The Farm at Natirar Apiary.
Spa Pendry – Spanning two floors, Spa Pendry features 19,000 square feet of relaxation and treatment space, including a tranquility lounge with indoor plunge pool, Himalayan salt room and 12 treatment rooms, many of which that have private terraces overlooking the countryside. The nature-soaked setting takes inspiration from the surrounding countryside to create an exclusive menu of luxury treatments for the body and skin.
Compass Sports – Among more than 500 acres of preserved park land and a six-minute forested walk to the north branch of the Raritan River there is plenty to explore outdoors. Through Compass Sports, Pendry's signature outdoor adventure outfitter, guests will enjoy elevated outdoor pursuits such as guided e-bike tours, archery and axe throwing on the farm, riverside nature hikes, fly-fishing among the myriads of Sommerset County waterways and guided horseback trail rides at nearby stables.
Paintbox – Paintbox is the brand's signature children's program for ages 5 to 12 years old. Paintbox offers unique programming to entertain our youngest guests. As campers venture outdoors, they enjoy visiting the sheep and chickens at the farm, painting sessions, group games such as safe archery, scavenger hunts and more.
"Arriving at Pendry Natirar is magical," said Michael Fuerstman, co-founder of Pendry Hotels & Resorts. "You are instantly transported to another world, a country estate setting, full of adventure and charm. It is the perfect place to make lifelong memories with family and loved ones. We look forward to our guests experiencing this special destination and welcoming the local community to the next chapter of Natirar."
"Natirar was built more than a century ago as a place for families to come together and connect," said Bob Wojtowicz, developer and founder of Natirar. "And while it has served a variety of purposes over the decades, our vision was always to bring it back to its original intent and I couldn't be more excited to partner with Pendry Hotels & Resorts to bring the resort to life."
Experience Pendry Natirar with the Stay & Play offer, including a $125 daily resort credit ($200 for suites and $300 for specialty suites) to use towards any one of the hotel's dining concepts, treatments at Spa Pendry or excursions at Compass Sports.
For more information on Pendry Natirar, or to book your stay, please visit https://www.pendry.com/natirar/ or follow on social @pendryhotels and @pendrynatirar.
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