Whether you’re a snow lover or a wannabe snow bird dreaming of warmer weather to come, it’s possible to take a break and escape to your idea of vacation bliss without going too far from home in the D.C. region.

While we certainly cannot control the weather, we’ve got recommendations for quick getaways that can provide respite no matter your vacation vibe — whether you’re a curl up by the fire type of person, or someone who wants to be whizzing down a mountain until (or after) the sun goes down.

From ski resorts where snowmaking happens even if there’s no white stuff falling, to spa-like atmospheres that transport you straight to summer, here are a few accessible trips that are either a short drive or train trip away from D.C.

For the snow lovers … 

Massanutten Resort, Massanutten, Virginia

Massanutten is a family-friendly ski resort less than three hours away from D.C. with a consistently good snow pack for skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing. New this year, the mountain is able to offer just as much in the daredevil heights department as it does bunny hill action, thanks to a new double black diamond ski trail that opened in January. Off the slopes, winter lovers can take advantage of ice skating, street curling, and a raucous ski lodge that turns into a live music venue at night, Elevations Lounge.

What’s nice about Massanutten is that it has a variety of price points: there are single accommodations starting at just $115 per night for a midweek stay, all the way up to a full mountain house that can easily accommodate six to eight guests for $300 per night. Lift tickets also come with savings if you’re a college student, active or retired military, or come on off-peak days or times like the Monday Night Madness events.

Even if you’re not there to ski, Massanutten is a four-season resort with plenty of other activities, including: Top Golf, escape rooms, an arcade, and a waterpark with an adjoining tiki bar and plenty of beach loungers nearby. (We know we said it’s for winter lovers, but actually, it’s kind of for both.)

Savage River Lodge, Frostburg, Maryland

With a name like Frostburg, you better bundle up for snowy conditions. This rural Western Maryland town is filled with Main Street charm, plus plenty of restaurants, like Clatter Cafe for breakfast bites and espresso coffees, The Toasted Goat for a no-fuss lunch option that doubles as a winery, or a rocking and rowdy time at The Beach Club bar. Yes, that’s right winter haters, there’s a beach club in Frostburg, Maryland.

Your best bet for an overnight stay in this mountainside escape is at the Savage River Lodge. It includes rustic cabins with fireplaces, heated yurts, and a main lodge surrounded by 700 acres of state forestland for winter hiking, cross country skiing, or snowshoeing adventures. Those that wish to stay indoors can puzzle in the main lobby or cozy up to the volumes of books or a board game in the upstairs library.

Savage River Lodge is also a pet friendly destination that’s accessible by car or rail — it’s a three-hour drive or 5-hour train ride via Amtrak (to Frostburg) and then from there it’s a short drive to the property. (This being rural Maryland, there is limited Uber service, so it is best to reserve a car service in advance with one of the outfitting transport services or the local taxi company.) Those planning to drive should also check weather conditions before you go. Access to the lodge and property is at times only accessible via four-wheel or all-wheel-drive vehicle, and can be difficult to navigate in icy conditions.

However you get here, train nerds may also want to plan their trip around the Western Maryland Scenic Rails. While this old-school locomotive’s “Romance on the Rails” dinner experience for Valentine’s Day is sold out, you can still book one of the winter express trips offered from Cumberland to Frostburg through the end of April.

And for the snow haters …  

The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia

Whether you’re seeking a relaxing spa weekend or want to revel in the bright patterns and intricate designs of decorator Dorothy Draper, The Greenbrier is a historic hotel in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia sure to warm you up this winter. It is also the site of a famous Cold War fallout shelter for Congress kept secret by the government until the early 1990s. (Because it’s accessible via Amtrak, the idea was that this is where all 535 members of Congress would escape to if ever a bomb was to drop over D.C.)

Crazy as that sounds, guests can now descend beneath the Greenbrier’s West Wing to tour this clandestine bunker buried deep into bedrock. Today, the bunker is home to server farms for tech companies looking to keep their infrastructure secure and at a consistent temperature.

Another way to keep warm here is to opt for a dip in the elaborate indoor pool, or to book one of the hot springs treatments in the spa. Greenbrier’s hydrotherapy session includes a soak in two rejuvenating waters drawn from the hot springs located on property. If you book a two-night, weeknight stay (Sunday through Thursday through March) you will receive a spa allowance of up to $1,000 to use for this and other treatments like a Swedish massage, firming facial, or manicure-pedicure. The resort also offers special rates for the first week of March available starting at $125 per person.

The entire hotel complex is also connected by indoor shopping arcades, restaurants, bars, and a privately-run casino, meaning you can ignore the “wild and wonderful” wintertime aspects of West Virginia if you please. But there are also plenty of outdoor activities for snow lovers as well.

Stone Tower Winery, Leesburg, Virginia

Let’s say you love a good apres-ski but want to steer clear of the slopes this winter. Not an issue at Stone Tower Winery in Leesburg. Their chalet-themed huts are designed to look like ski gondolas, and are a cozy environment to sip and savor wine flights while staying warm this winter.

Since 2009, Stone Tower’s on-site vineyard has produced wines in several French styles including chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, and Bordeaux-style blends. They also have expanded to other European-style wines like nebbiolo and Rhone, going beyond the standard cabernet franc you tend to see at Northern Virginia wineries.

We love Stone Tower for its close proximity to D.C. It’s only an hour drive away from the city or a 90 minute ride on the Silver Line to the Ashburn Station. From there you can hail a rideshare to the winery, which is approximately 15-20 minutes by car. Or you can plan to stay the night at one of two vacation rental properties located only a half-mile from the winery that are perfect for small groups or a family weekend stay.