New owners Colin and Deanna Crossman recently remodled The King's Daughters Inn into a seventeen room boutique Bed & Breakfast. Built in the 1920's with funds donated by the Duke family, The King's Daughters Inn is located close to Duke University, downtown Durham, Brightleaf Square and 9th Street. It's a short drive to Reseaarch Triangle Park or the Raleigh-Durham Airport. Many amenities are offered including: private bathrooms, personal climate control, high-speed Internet, delicious breakfast, afternoon tea, complimentary bicycles and much more. For more information visit http://www.thekingsdaughtersinn.com/ and see all the details about this luxurious Inn! The King's Daughters Inn 204 N Buchanan Blvd Durham, North Carolina 27701-2009 Email: info@thekingsdaughtersinn.com Phone: 919.354.7000, 877.534.8534 Fax: 866.489.2029 |
We finished early with the move in and were ready for a nap since we had been up since 4:00 am and driven 5 hours to get here. The problem was it was only 11:30 am and check in at the B&B wasn't until 3:30 pm. I called and asked if there was anyway that we could possibly check in a little earlier and the innkeeper, Cathy was very helpful. She went out of her way to get our room ready 2 hours early for us and we were so grateful.
Now if you are going here for the first time, I would highly recommend doing it in the daylight as this charming B&B is definately off the beaten path and would be difficult to find in the dark if you didn't know where you were headed! Of course, all of that adds to the beauty and peacefullness of The River Lodge. It sits nestled in the hills and overlooks a valley and the Tuckasegee River.
When you first enter the rustic lodge your attention is drawn to a massive stone fireplace in the great room. We were told the building was made from 100 year-old hand-hewn logs taken from old barns and cabins in the Smoky Mountions Region. It is decoratied with antiques, crafts and a Native-American motif.
The innkeepers, Cathy and Anthony were charming and very attentive to our needs during our two night stay. Our room was cozy and very clean and we enjoyed our visit there so much we really didn't want to go home!
One of the things we like best about staying at a Bed and Breakfast is the breakfast part! Our tastebuds were delighted as we enjoyed the culinary delights offered by Cathy and Anthony. The food was delicious and the presentation was stunning.
We met the other guests at breakfast and enjoyed their company. We made friends with one couple who lives about an hour away from us and their daughter is also attending WCU. We talked about getting together again in the near future. Everytime we stay at a Bed and Breakfast, we meet the nicest people.
We have already talked about coming back again next month for a repeat visit and hopefully our schedule will allow us to return very soon to this wonderful Bed and Breakfast!
Visit The River Lodge Bed and Breakfast when you are in the Culowhee area, you will be glad you did! You can check out their website here: http://www.riverlodge-bb.com/index.html .
The River Lodge Bed & Breakfast
619 Roy Tritt Road
Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723
828-293-5431
Toll-free 877-384-4400
rvrldg@dnet.net
I haven't had a chance to visit this B&B yet; however, I have heard from friends that it is just fabulous. It's on my list of places to visit next time I am in New England.
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By Mark Hammond
Traditions hotels may be great for some travelers, but if you are looking for a quaint more rural kind of experience, a bed & breakfast options might be perfect for you. Because they include a more personable approach, bed & breakfast lodging is commonly available in smaller towns and rural areas.
What makes a bed & breakfast so special? Unlike a regular hotel, a bed & breakfast has less rooms and is usually run by a single person or family. Instead of a large building, a bed & breakfast usually is a large house with rooms converted for visitors or a smaller building with simple rooms. Your rooms have a more homey appeal as opposed to a regular hotel.
As the name implies, a bed & breakfast is not a place that you will lounge all day in most cases. It is simply a place to sleep and to eat in the morning. Check-in is usually during the late afternoon, and breakfast is served at a specific time. In most cases, breakfast is a real meal cooked especially for guests, not a continental breakfast. It depends on the particular bed & breakfast where you stay.
Most people stay at a bed & breakfast for a short time. There is not rule, however, that says you can’t spend your entire two-week vacation there. Some bed & breakfasts have great tours, games, poolside meet and greets, and other activities for guests to enjoy. Other bed & breakfasts have themed rooms.
No matter what bed & breakfast you choose, try to find one that fits your specific needs. For example, some do not accept families with children under a certain age. Others specifically have rooms only for single travelers. Still others have no handicapped lodging available. Bed & breakfast options are extremely varied, so hunt around until you find the perfect one for you vacation.
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A rustic mountain retreat, yet close to everything; Bent Creek Lodge is located in the mountains outside of Ashville, North Carolina just ten miles from The Biltmore Estate and a short drive from Chimney Rock Park.
The lodge offers 10 guest rooms on 3 different levels. Enjoy a great mountain view as you relax surrounded by woods and creeks. A full gourmet breakfast is included with your stay and always includes fresh fruit, juices, coffee and wonderful specialties.Bent Creek Lodge
10 Parkway CrescentAshevill
North Carolina 28704
828-654-9040
Toll-Free 1-877-231-6574
Located near Goshen Pass in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, The Hummingbird Inn offers a romantic setting and warm country hospitality. The inn has over an acre of landscaped gardens and lawn filled with perennials, trees and shrubs.
Enjoy a full hot breakfast daily or opt for a continental breakfast. Simple suppers are also available with advance notice.
There are many things to do in the area such as hiking, biking, bird-watching, fishing, golfing and antique shopping.
Five guest rooms are available all with private baths and feather beds. Visit the website for more information: www.hummingbirdinn.com.
Contact information:
The Hummingbird Inn
30 Wood Lane
P.O. Box 147
Goshen, Virginia 24439
1-800-397-3214 or 540-997-9065
Here's a GREAT idea if you can't think of a gift for Valentine's Day. Plan a romantic get-away to a cozy Bed and Breakfast. The good news is Valentine's Day is on a Thursday this year; that means there will be less traffic as you drive and you may even get a bargain on the rates because it's not a weekend.
Butler House on Grand, voted one of the ten most romantic inns in 2006, offers a choice of seven unique guest rooms. All rooms are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms. This B&B offers midwestern hospitality in an elegant setting.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, Biltmore Estate is an amazing work of art. Built by George Vanderbilt over 100 years ago, it has acres of gardens, and managed forests.
There is much to do as you visit the vineyards, winery, farm village; or spend some time rafting, horse back riding, shopping or just enjoying the amazing architectural wonders. You can hike or bike as you enjoy the 8,000-acres that is The Biltmore Estate. Did I mention shopping? And don't worry, if you work up an appetite there are plenty of dining
choices also; from a simple fresh-baked pastry or gormet ice cream to a full meal. There is even an Inn on the grounds.
If you can't make it in time for the Christmas tour...that's ok. No matter what time of year you visit The Biltmore Estate you are in for a special
treat. There are rose gardens, and azaleas, shrub gardens and much more. Visit The Biltmore Estate Website for a calendar of events.
Breathtaking beauty is the best way to describe the 250 rooms and 65 fireplaces that make up the Biltmore Estate. An indoor pool and bowling alley are all part of the wonderful estate. There are pricless works of arts and antiques everywhere you look. America's largest home should be a must see as you plan your next vacation.
Visit the Biltmore Estate website.
Charming Bed & Breakfasts make for a unique and enjoyable vacation experience. So forget about that same old hotel/motel, make your next vacation a Bed & Breakfast Experience.
If you are planning a trip to The Biltmore Estate or the Asheville, NC area; be sure to check out the Asheville Bed & Breakfast Association. They have a list of more than 100 B&Bs in the Asheville area. All the inns are fully inspected, licensed and insured, and
feature resident innkeepers.
Call 877-262-6867 or visit their website.
A convenient downtown location and a quiet neighborhood setting make this the ideal alternative to the hotel/motel for the tourist or business traveler when visiting Providence, Rhode Island. (photo credit: Steak House Inns)
