Vacationing in Historic Inns

Vacationing in historic inns has a special charm that you won't always see in a hotel or motel. There are so many inns to choose from that you can find one almost anywhere you want to vacation.

You have your choice of styles, locations, activities, price and scenery. You can choose from rural with mountains, lakes and forest... to hills and cow pastures, with orchards and gardens.

Below are just a few of the historic inns that offer all of the features listed above. They range from the west coast to the east coast, and the prices range from as low as $99 per night to as high as $2,000 for a week.

Keeper's House Inn and Cottage Rental
Robinson Point Lighthouse Station
PO Box 26
Isle au Haut, Maine 04645
Phone: (207) 460-0257
http://www.keepershouse.com/

The Keeper's House Inn is located on the remote island of Isle au Haut, Maine. This beautiful inn is a real operating lighthouse that overlooks the Atlantic ocean, and is surrounded by amazing scenery and a forest thick with spruce trees.

The lighthouse was built in 1907 by the U.S. Lighthouse Board, and at one time was actually used to guide boats to a fishing village on the Isle au Haut.

It is now listed with the National Register of Historic Places, but visitors can still visit the restored lighthouse station, which has become a living museum.

Even though the Isle au Haut Lighthouse Station is for sale, for the price of $2,500,000... and operations have been suspended, you can still rent the Woodshed Cottage on a weekly basis. It is located right next to the light keeper's house, and is surrounded by water on three sides.

The Woodshed Cottage has everything you will need to function while you are there. It has an up stairs bedroom with double bed, a small study that can be used as another sleeping area, a private bath, a heating stove, a full kitchen, towels, linen, a music system and bicycles for getting around the island.

RATES: (Weekly Rental Fee)

Monday to Monday (two people)

Spring and Fall - $1,750

June 5 to July 2 - $1,250

July and August - $2,000

These prices also include bicycles, Wednesday night lobster bake and the taxes. However, a $100 cleaning deposit is needed, and will be refunded.

SPECIALS:

N/A

ACTIVITIES:

• Swimming
• Hiking
• Low Impact Camping
• Kayaking
• PAX Free Ecology Tours
• Boat Cruises
• Walks
• Fishing
• Biking
• Sightseeing

The Inn At Weathersfield
1342 Route 106
Perkinsville, VT 05151
Phone:(802) 263-9217
Fax:(802) 263-9219
http://www.weathersfieldinn.com/

The Inn At Weathersfield was built in 1795 by a veteran of the Revolutionary War. It is sprawled over 21 acres, and has been providing service to weary travelers for at least 200 years.

The original farmhouse with 4 rooms was expanded to 12 rooms, and is now decorated for relaxation and comfort with Early American antiques. Each bedroom has its' own bathroom, TV, phone and DVD.

Many of the rooms feature sitting rooms, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs and roof decks. You can enjoy a massage in their new therapy room or mix and mingle with guest and the public in their dining room or tavern. Eat by the fireplace in the dining room or enjoy your meal outside on the deck.

RATES:

from $139 up to $290

SPECIALS:

Spring and Summer Packages
Fall and Winter Packages

ACTIVITIES:

• Golf
• Sleigh/Carriage Rides
• Glass Blowing
• Museums
• Hiking
• Cross Country Skiing
• Skiing/Snow Tubing
• Swimming
• Ice Skating
• Snowmobiling
• Fishing
• Horseback Riding
• Canoing
• Hang Gliding
• Tour Glass Blowing Factory
• See How Maple Syrup And Cheese Are Made

L'Auberge Provencale Bed and Breakfast Country Inn
P.O. Box 190
White Post, VA 22663
Phone: (540) 837-1375
Toll Free: (800) 638-1702
Fax: (540)837-2004
http://www.laubergeprovencale.com/

L'Auberge Provencale was built in 1753 with field stones, and the woodwork inside was done during the Revolutionary War, by Hessian soldiers. This inn is surrounded by trees, flowers, shrubbery, orchards and a magnificent view of the Shenandoah Valley.

The decor inside this historic inn is of the Revolutionary period, that has a warm eclectic French feel to it. The bedrooms are charming, romantic and elegant with their own private baths and fireplace. Just what you need for a special get away.

RATES:

From $155 up to $325

SPECIALS:

American Hero Specials
Last Minute Getaway Special
Spring Song Repast: Sun - Thurs (April 2 - June 18, 2009)
One night Pampered Passion: Sun - Thurs (April 2 - June 18, 2009)

ACTIVITIES:

• Antiquing
• Theater
• Touring Vineyards
• Golf
• Horseback Riding
• Hiking
• Battlefield Re-Enactments
• Museums
• Touring Caverns
• Hot Air Balloon Rides
• Fishing
• Swimming
• Spas
• Touring the Orchards
• Kayaking
• Canoing

Guest House Cottages
24371 State Route 525
Greenbank, WA 98253
Phone: (360) 678-3115
Toll Free: (800)997-3115
http://www.guesthouselogcottages.com/

The Guest House Cottages consist of 7 cottages - that are located on twenty five acres of amazing property, on 45 mile long Whidbey Island in Puget Sound... along the Olympic Mountain.

If you love forests, fruit trees, windswept beaches, lush forests, gardens, plants and wildlife, then you will love the beauty surrounding these cottages. You can also enjoy the panoramic view of the snow-covered Cascade and Olympic Mountains, water views and parks.

Each cottage offers a fireplace, a personal Jacuzzis and a kitchen. You also have access to a hot tub, an outdoor swimming pool and exercise room.

RATES:

Regular Rates: $165 up to $350

SPECIALS:

Midweek Winter Special - Oct 15 to March 31
3 day Fall and Winter Midweek Special - Oct 15 to April 30

ACTIVITIES:

• Shopping
• Antiquing
• Art Galleries
• Fine Dining
• Ferry Rides
• Golf
• Hiking
• Bird Watching
• Crabbing
• Fishing
• Paragliding
• Mountain Biking
• Beach combing
• Clamming
• Swimming
• Kayaking
• Diving
• Sailboating

The Inn At Mitchell House
8796 Maryland Parkway
Chestertown, MD 21620
Phone: (410)778-6500
http://www.innatmitchellhouse.com/

The Inn At Mitchell House was built in 1743 about 1/2 mile from the Chesapeake Bay. This inn is located on the Eastern shore of Maryland, between Rock Hall and Chestertown.

This historic inn sits on 10 acres that overlooks a pond, and has a park-like setting with lots of trees and shrubbery. The two-story, 6 bedroom inn has a screened porch, two parlors, lots of fireplaces and private baths in each bedroom.

All the bedrooms have a hair dryer, wireless Internet, TV/VCR or DVD and iron. If you need to keep something cold, you have access to the 2nd floor refrigerator, and you also have access to a laundry facility.

RATES:

From $109 up to $239

SPECIALS:

N/A

ACTIVITIES:

• Kayaking
• Bicycling
• Hiking
• Boat Charters
• Hunting
• Sailing
• Golf
• Fishing Charters
• Bird Watching
• Swimming
• Boating
• Horseback Riding

The Inn at Cooperstown
16 Chestnut Street
Cooperstown, NY 13326
Phone: (607) 547-5756
http://www.innatcooperstown.com

As an annex to the Hotel Fenimore, The Inn at Cooperstown was built in 1874, and from 1874 to 1893 this beautiful inn was called the Fenimore Cottages. It was renovated in 1985 and has since served over 100,000 visitors.

If you love vacationing in historic inns, and are looking for a luxurious, comfortable and romantic get away, then this is the place. The inn is located for easy access to all the attractions and dining Cooperstown has to offer.

This beautiful inn has a sweeping veranda and is located on a sprawling lawn that is covered with trees, flowers and shrubbery. There are 17 cozy rooms, and each bedroom has its' own private, tiled bath. They also have a hairdryer, CD player, clock radio, iron, ironing board and wireless Internet service.

RATES:

Standard Rooms $99 - $185

Premium Suite $170 - $325

SPECIALS:

Bed & Brew Package
An Evening with "Babe"
Cooperstown's Excellent Bat Making Package
Ultimate Baseball Hall of Fame Getaway
Baseball Hall of Fame Membership Special

ACTIVITIES:

• Antiquing
• Golf
• Opera
• Museums
• Boating
• Swimming
• Biking
• Golf
• Cross Country Skiing
• Tennis
• Fishing
• Squash
• Racquetball
• Rock Climbing
• Jogging
• Bowling
• Basketball

The Scofield House Bed and Breakfast
908 Michigan Street
Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin 54235
Phone/Fax: (920)743-7727
Toll Free: (888)463-0204
http://www.scofieldhouse.com

The Scofield House is a beautiful house located in a very peaceful residential neighborhood in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. The home was built in 1902 by Herbert C. Scofield, and at that time it was considered to be the grandest house ever built in Sturgeon Bay.

Fortunately for us, in 1987 this beautiful house was restored, and became the most elegant Victorian inn, in Door County. The inn is located so you can walk to all the specialty shops, museums and restaurants.

The decor is a pleasing blend of modern contemporary and Victorian elegance, with floors that are red and white oak, cherry and maple inlaid. It has beveled crystal and stained glass windows, and the door frames and windows are trimmed with flowers, swags, bows and ribbons. Each of the 6 guest rooms have their own private bath, and have been decorated to present an air of romance and intimacy.

RATES:

Regular Prices:
Friday & Saturday $250.00
Sunday - Thursday $200.00

Off Season Rates:
Friday & Saturday $225.00
Sunday - Thursday $175.00

SPECIALS:

4 Rooms (1 Rate) - December 1 to April 30
Quiet Season Special - November 1 to April 30
Winter Wonderland Tour - November 29 to March 28
Winter Romance Package - December 1 to March 31
Celebrate Spring Special - May 1 to June 21 **
Lighthouse Walk Weekend - June 12-13-14, 2009
Super September Special - September 15 to September 30
Military Discount - Available Year Round
Progressive Dinner Weekend Package
Friday/Saturday package
Saturday-Sunday package

ACTIVITIES:

• Antique Shops
• Antiquing
• Apple/Berry Picking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Canoing
• Cross-Country Skiing
• Fine Dining
• Fishing
• Golfing
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding
• Kayaking
• Museum/Galleries
• National/State Parks
• Sailing
• Shopping
• Sight-seeing
• Theater/ Concerts/ Performances
• Vineyard/Winery

**(Does Not Include Memorial Day Weekend)