More than 15 obstacles, such as mud pits and barbed wire, test runners' stamina and resolve over 4 miles before a post-race party.

Guided tours showcase the historic house and its gardens, and botanical-illustration workshops show how to draw garden specimens.

Certified detail technicians pamper autos with hand washes, ammonia-free window cleaner & products from Meguiar's and P21S

Dermalogica-certified aesthetician exfoliates upper layers of skin with gentle microdermabrasion

Dance duo teaches partners & singles Latin- & ballroom-dance styles, such as waltz, rumba & swing

Dental team can spot cavities, decay & gum disease & clear out tartar & plaque; patients take home safe, effective whitening wax

Kayakers explore Cape Island Creek, the harbor, as well as salt marshes, witnessing local sites and wildlife for up to four hours

Chefs from Japan sculpt fresh sushi each morning to complement steak & seafood entrees with Asian-fusion flair.

Instructors impart wisdom in 30-minute private sessions or one-hour group sessions at 45-acre farm with indoor & outdoor rings

Culinary team whips up barbecued comfort food with country-style breakfasts, wings doused in four sauces & meat-laden platters & sandwiches