Weekapaug Inn, Opening in Fall 2012, Appoints GM

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. June 06, 2012

June 6, 2012 - Antonia Korosec has been named General Manager and Innkeeper of the Weekapaug Inn, the 31-room historic inn that is set to reopen in October 2012 after a $20 million transformation. The announcement was made by Langdon Wheeler, the Managing Member of Weekapaug Inn & Cottages LLC.

“We are thrilled and fortunate to welcome Antonia to the Weekapaug Inn,” said Mr. Wheeler. “The success that she has achieved at the Ocean House, in addition to her many years of experience in the industry makes her the ideal person for the position.”

Korosec brings more than 10 years of international experience in the luxury hotel and private club industry. Most recently, Korosec was the Assistant Managing Director and Director of Rooms at the Weekapaug Inn's sister property, the Ocean House, a AAA Five Diamond, Relais & Châteaux property in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. Previously, Korosec served as the Assistant Managing Director at L'hotel Grand Paradis, an upscale seasonal ski resort in Val d'Isère, France, consisting of 38 rooms, three restaurants and seasonal activities. She also served as the Executive Assistant to the President and Assistant Hotel Director (Rooms Division) at Lajitas, The Ultimate Hideout, an independently owned Mobil Four-Star, AAA Four Diamond hotel in Lajitas, Texas. Korosec also held tenure as the Food and Beverage and Club House Manager at the Yacht Club de Monaco in Monte Carlo, Monaco.

Korosec received her Bachelor of Science in International Hospitality Management from École Hotelier de Lausanne in Switzerland. She is fluent in French, English, German and Spanish.

Reopening in October of 2012, the historic Weekapaug Inn is located in the peaceful community of Weekapaug, Rhode Island, with sweeping views of Quonochontaug Pond, and the Atlantic just beyond. Inspired by classic Cape-Cod style, the building is covered with red cedar shingles, accented by dark brown trim. The property features 27 guest rooms and four two-bedroom Signature Suites, with farm-to-table fine and casual dining that is a modern interpretation of New England coastal cuisine, and boutique event space. The Inn will be open year-round and will cater to leisure and business travelers seeking a serene, first-class, waterfront hotel.

The Weekapaug Inn will be managed by Ocean House Management, LLC which will oversee sales, reservations and communications for the Inn. Korosec will report directly to Daniel Hostettler, the President and Managing Director of Ocean House Management, LLC.

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to manage the Weekapaug Inn, and we are honored to play a role in the return of one of New England's most iconic seaside inns,” said Daniel Hostettler, the President and Managing Director of Ocean House Management, LLC. “We recognize the vibrant traditions and sense of community at the Inn that will make it a gathering place for locals and guests from around the world.”

Nightly rates at the Weekapaug Inn will start at $550 during the summer and off-season rooms from $225. For additional information on the Weekapaug Inn, please visit www.weekapauginn.com or call 401.322.0301.

About The Weekapaug Inn
The Weekapaug Inn, one of New England's last great family resorts, will re-open its doors in October 2012. Originally built in 1899, the Inn is located in the peaceful community of Weekapaug, Rhode Island. Guest will enjoy sweeping views of Quonochontaug Pond, and the Atlantic just beyond, from the Inn's 27 guest rooms and four two-bedroom Signature Suites. Amenities include farm-to-table fine and casual dining, a fitness center and outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor boutique event and meeting space, and access to a private community beach. Managed by Ocean House Management LLC, and decorated by Nancy Taylor Designs, the Weekapaug Inn will be ideal for business retreats, family vacations and weekend escapes. For more information, please visit www.weekapauginn.com or call 401.322.0301.