Nestled lakeside on 12 acres of beautiful grounds in Cary, N.C., The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a calming retreat and luxury de ... stination conceived and constructed to highlight and explore the interaction of art and nature. Founded on genuine hospitality and Southern sophistication, The Umstead features 150 oversized guest rooms, elegant furnishings and signature amenities. The Umstead welcomes and inspires guests to find comfort, tranquility and indulgence in the meticulously landscaped property and the adjacent Umstead State Park, as well as the plush Umstead Spa and contemporary American cuisine of celebrated chef Steven Greene at its signature restaurant, Herons. Independently owned and operated since opening in 2007, The Umstead Hotel and Spa is North Carolina’s first full-service hotel to receive the coveted AAA Five Diamond Award and is a Forbes Five Star rated property. For reservations and information, call 866.877.4141 or visit www.theumstead.com. read more