Luxurious Spa Resort Opens On Sprawling 500-Acre Estate In Somerset County

PEAPACK, NJ — A new luxurious spa resort, Pendry Natirar, opened Friday on a sprawling 500-acre estate in Peapack.

The resort is centered around a restored 1912 Tudor-style mansion and features an adjacent 66 guestrooms including 20 suites.

A range of luxury amenities are offered 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."

Pendry Natirar will highlight culinary offerings including:

• Ninety Acres – Pendry Natirar’s signature fine dining restaurant, Ninety Acres is inspired by and directly sourced from the sustainable farm on the estate with seasonal fruits and vegetables brought to the table.
• Ladd’s Tavern – The culinary center point at Pendry Natirar, Ladd’s Tavern offers a classic, all-day menu that offers countryside cooking and camaraderie. It also offers a space featuring cocktails, light bites, and afternoon tea.
• The Cooking School – Participants can 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. Immersive experiences at the farm are offered where guests can learn about sustainable farming practices and participate in educational activities such as farm tours, bee tours and honey tastings.
• 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 have private terraces overlooking the countryside.
• Compass Sports – Guests can 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 Somerset 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 programming such as 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."

"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."

For more information on Pendry Natirar, or to book a stay, visit pendry.com/natirar or follow on social @pendryhotels and @pendrynatirar.