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Look upon the sky light mural and imagine you are far away in another world while you are in the Lillian Hellman corner suite.

American playwright and memoirist, who had a lifelong relationship with the mystery writer Dashiell Hammett. Many of the characters in her works were based on her own family members. Despite writing only 12 plays, Hellman was a leading voice in American theatre. She became a writer at a time when writers were celebrities and their recklessness was admirable. Like Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Faulkner, and Hammett, Lillian Hellman was a smoker, a drinker, a lover, and a fighter. Hellman maintained a social and political life as large ... Click here for full story...

Features: King bed, neo angle shower, kitchenette.

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Treat the one you love to a relaxing stay at the Spencer Hotel.
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Newly renovated charming Victorian Hotel with 26 luxurious rooms and suites at the heart of the Chautauqua Institute. Every room lovingly created as a literary fantasy...a trip to Africa with Isak Dinesen, a balloon ride with Jules Verne, the C. S. Lewis room features "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe". The Spencer is a "happening" place year round. Spring blossoms at the Chautauqua 36 hole golf course along with Tennis, biking and boating. An indoor pool, basketball court and weight room are available at Chautauqua's Turner Center. Summer is in full bloom with Chautauqua Institution programs in session. The area is noted for its environmental awareness and features hiking & biking trails along former railroad right-aways. A health club on the grounds of Chautauqua offers fitness equipment for a full workout including the short jog to and from its location. Autumn foliage makes for a breathtaking scenic experience for all of your wedding, corporate, and group getaway needs. A perfect time for a watercolor retreat or to spend a romantic honeymoon. Autumn is the season for for reconnecting with the special people in your life! Winter ushers in many activities including horse-drawn sleigh rides that tour the grounds of Chautauqua. Warm up with hot cocoa and cinnamon cider by the cozy Spencer fireplace. Skiing is also an adventurous winter sport here at Chautauqua and the surrounding area.
Come join us and enjoy an exciting year at The Spencer.