Harbor View Hotel Awards & Accolades

Harbor View Hotel has earned top-tier recognition as one of the Northeast’s premier luxury destinations, including being named Best Resort on Martha’s Vineyard by Boston Magazine and earning a place on Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice list of Top Hotels in the Northeast. With continued accolades such as Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence” and repeated “Best of the Vineyard” honors, the hotel is widely regarded as one of New England’s most distinguished and celebrated properties.

Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club Awards & Accolades

Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club has earned national and international recognition, including being named one of Golfweek’s Top 50 New Courses in the U.S. and winning “New Hampshire’s Best Golf Course” at the World Golf Awards. Consistently ranked among the top courses in the state by Golf Digest, the club has established itself as one of New England’s premier private golf destinations.

From Inventor to Hotel Owner

VINEYARD GAZETTE - July 20, 2023

A personal profile of Bernard Chiu’s journey from working in a factory in Hong Kong to becoming an inventor with over 100 patents and owner of Harbor View Hotel. The article offers rare insight into his mindset, creativity, and long-term approach to business.

2023 Mass Save Climate Leader

Harbor View Hotel Named 2023 Mass Save® Climate Leader for Outstanding Commitment to Energy Efficiency - March 21, 2023

Recognition highlights Harbor View Hotel’s continued efforts in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and leading the state to a clean energy future.

Bernard Chiu Talks Grand Vision for Martha’s Vineyard’s Harbor View Hotel

BOSTON COMMON MAGAZINE - July 10, 2019

An interview highlighting Chiu’s emotional connection to Harbor View Hotel and his philosophy of investing in iconic, irreplaceable properties. It also touches on his broader portfolio across Boston, Nantucket, and New England.

A new owner has given Martha’s Vineyard’s Harbor View Hotel a $15 million renovation

BOSTON.COM - May 23, 2019

Provides insight into Chiu’s hands-on approach to design and renovation, highlighting his involvement in every detail of the Harbor View transformation.

Renovating a Legacy

MARTHA'S VINEYARD TIMES - May 8, 2019

Chiu discusses his vision for restoring Harbor View Hotel and elevating it among the premier hotels in the Northeast, emphasizing attention to detail and respect for the property’s legacy.

First Act Shakes Up the Guitar Market

BOSTON GLOBE - September 4, 2005

Bernard Chiu, founder of First Act, transformed the guitar market by making well-designed instruments accessible to a mass audience through major retailers. By blending affordability with quality and artist collaborations, he built a brand that brought music to a broader generation of players.

Emotional Investment: Chiu pours heart into N.H. club

BOSTON GLOBE - August 4, 2004

Bernard Chiu brought his passion for golf to life by creating the private Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, built around connection and an elevated member experience. The club gained national attention by hosting the New England Open, marking the tournament’s first time in New England in its 32-year history.

Turning plastic into gold

BOSTON SUNDAY GLOBE - FEBRUARY 18, 1996

At the age of 40, Bernard Chiu takes home $91.4 million after selling his company to Honeywell Inc. for a total $283 million.

Bernard Chiu Sells Duracraft to Honeywell for $283 Million

BOSTON GLOBE - February 13, 1996

Bernard Chiu who founded Duracraft Corp. six years ago in Southborough, yesterday agreed to sell the company to Honeywell Inc. for $183 million in cash.

Honeywell to Buy Duracraft for $283 Million

BOSTON GLOBE - February 13, 1996

Covers Honeywell’s acquisition of Duracraft, highlighting the company’s rapid growth and strong position in the home appliance market. The deal marked a major milestone in Bernard Chiu’s entrepreneurial career.

Duracraft Makes The Globe 100: Overall Performance

BOSTON GLOBE - May 23, 1995

Bernard Chiu has built the American dream with colorful plastic components. His 6-year-old Whitinsville company, Duracraft, makes space heaters, humidifiers, vaporizers, fans and air cleaners using plastic in fashionable hues. Duracraft, with 2,200 employees, makes its Globe 100 debut in seventh place with a 92.2 percent increase in revenue and a 22 percent return on equity. Meanwhile, profits soared 144 percent to $12.6 million in 1994.