Woodville, Massachusetts is a quietly spectacular MetroWest village bordering Lake Whitehall — the closest inhabited place to the Boston Marathon starting line, flanked by two outstanding state parks.
The Spoon serves legendary cornbread, goat omelettes, and hot honey chicken sandwiches that locals call a classic case of great food. Whitehall State Park delivers bald eagles, loons, kayaking, and an 8.5-mile reservoir loop through pristine wilderness.
For dining, ARCOS Cucina serves spectacular short rib risotto in a stylish atmosphere that lives up to every bit of its reputation, and 110 Grill reliably accommodates families and special occasions with excellent shrimp scampi and attentive service.