Romance is always in the air at a bed and breakfast. When you add a little Southern hospitality to the mix, you'll find the key ingredients for your next romantic getaway. Southern bed and breakfasts offer a special mix of history, elegance, and of course, excellent cuisine.
American Historic Inns, publishers of more than 2.7 million bed and breakfast guidebooks have just released their prestigious list of the Most Romantic Inns of 2009. Three inns from the Southern United States made this year's Top Ten list. These charming Southern beauties offer plenty of amenities; great cuisine, elegant decor and the locations can't be beat.
With its stunning ocean views and seaside location, guests might never want to leave the idyllic Port d'Hiver Bed and Breakfast. Located in historic Melbourne Beach, this Florida inn boasts gorgeous guest rooms, each of which has been decorated in a posh beach style. Dianne's Room is a personal favorite, a cozy retreat with an almost whimsical canopy queen bed, unique vaulted ceiling with dark wood beams, and a clawfoot tub in the marble-appointed bath. Several rooms offer an ocean view, and some have a whirlpool tub. The beach is just 200 feet away, but the innkeepers also offer a spa pool for their guests to enjoy. The rates include a full breakfast, which you can enjoy either on your porch or in the dining room.
Although newly built, the French Quarter Inn is located in historic downtown Charleston near the town's famous market area. The French-inspired decor is a mix of historic and contemporary and the result is full of warmth and romance. Rooms and suites at this Charleston inn include plenty of amenities, including the unique Sound Sleep Pillow Menu, where guests can choose from a selection of pillows to ensure a good night's sleep. Some suites also include a whirlpool tub, fireplace or private balcony. This South Carolina inn also offers Tristan, a four-diamond rated restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.
You've probably heard the phrase, "Virginia is for lovers," and the proof is easily found at The Inn at Warner Hall. This historic Virginia inn is found in a gracious, restored plantation home, which once belonged to George Washington's great-great-grandfather. There are 11 spacious guest rooms, each individually decorated with period antiques and beds topped with fluffy pillows and down comforters. Gourmet breakfasts get the day off to a great start. Spend your time exploring Colonial Williamsburg, a mere half hour away, or an hour drive will take you to historic Jamestown. On the other hand, you could just relax and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay views from this Virginia bed and breakfast. The inn's acclaimed restaurant is famous for its five-course tasting dinners that are served on Friday and Saturday nights.
If you would like to find out more about these romantic inns of the South, check out iLoveInns.com. You'll find detailed information, including maps and pictures, for more than 19,000 inns throughout the United States and Canada. Printable gift certificates are available for thousands of the inns listed in the website. The site also includes helpful travel articles and recipes from innkeepers. - 15784
American Historic Inns, publishers of more than 2.7 million bed and breakfast guidebooks have just released their prestigious list of the Most Romantic Inns of 2009. Three inns from the Southern United States made this year's Top Ten list. These charming Southern beauties offer plenty of amenities; great cuisine, elegant decor and the locations can't be beat.
With its stunning ocean views and seaside location, guests might never want to leave the idyllic Port d'Hiver Bed and Breakfast. Located in historic Melbourne Beach, this Florida inn boasts gorgeous guest rooms, each of which has been decorated in a posh beach style. Dianne's Room is a personal favorite, a cozy retreat with an almost whimsical canopy queen bed, unique vaulted ceiling with dark wood beams, and a clawfoot tub in the marble-appointed bath. Several rooms offer an ocean view, and some have a whirlpool tub. The beach is just 200 feet away, but the innkeepers also offer a spa pool for their guests to enjoy. The rates include a full breakfast, which you can enjoy either on your porch or in the dining room.
Although newly built, the French Quarter Inn is located in historic downtown Charleston near the town's famous market area. The French-inspired decor is a mix of historic and contemporary and the result is full of warmth and romance. Rooms and suites at this Charleston inn include plenty of amenities, including the unique Sound Sleep Pillow Menu, where guests can choose from a selection of pillows to ensure a good night's sleep. Some suites also include a whirlpool tub, fireplace or private balcony. This South Carolina inn also offers Tristan, a four-diamond rated restaurant that serves brunch, lunch and dinner.
You've probably heard the phrase, "Virginia is for lovers," and the proof is easily found at The Inn at Warner Hall. This historic Virginia inn is found in a gracious, restored plantation home, which once belonged to George Washington's great-great-grandfather. There are 11 spacious guest rooms, each individually decorated with period antiques and beds topped with fluffy pillows and down comforters. Gourmet breakfasts get the day off to a great start. Spend your time exploring Colonial Williamsburg, a mere half hour away, or an hour drive will take you to historic Jamestown. On the other hand, you could just relax and enjoy the Chesapeake Bay views from this Virginia bed and breakfast. The inn's acclaimed restaurant is famous for its five-course tasting dinners that are served on Friday and Saturday nights.
If you would like to find out more about these romantic inns of the South, check out iLoveInns.com. You'll find detailed information, including maps and pictures, for more than 19,000 inns throughout the United States and Canada. Printable gift certificates are available for thousands of the inns listed in the website. The site also includes helpful travel articles and recipes from innkeepers. - 15784
About the Author:
Jane Leisteiner has visited many B&Bs and loves blogging about them. To get further details on South Carolina bed and breakfast inns or Charleston bed and breakfast inns, check out the iLoveInns website today.