Greetings Inngoers Reader,
It looks as if we're galloping into another lightning-paced year, which means you may already be searching for an inviting spot to relax for a few days. Our member innkeepers are all set to help you escape the routine and refresh yourself in body and spirit.
In this month's issue, we present Valentine's/February Romance Specials, Ski Packages and Crafts Specials, and explore scrumptious Innkeeper Tested and Guest Approved Recipes® for muffins.
Chris Clarke, editor
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| Valentine's Day is on the way |
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Did you know? This year, Valentine's Day falls on a
Tuesday. Whether you're planning a getaway on the
magic day, or either of the surrounding weekends,
our innkeepers will pamper you and your sweetheart
with extras like champagne and chocolates, flowers
and carriage rides. And, many Valentine's/February
Romance specials are offered throughout the month.
Some samples, for inspiration:
- Romantic Valentine Getaway -
Inn at Wawanissee Point - Baraboo, WI — 2 days of snow-covered vistas, roses, champagne, fine chocolates and more, throughout February
- Valentine Package (2/10-11) -
Abella Garden Inn B&B - Arroyo Grande, CA — Lots of romantic details including a surprise singing telegram.
- Love in the Grove (2/1-28) -
Madelyn's in the Grove B&B - Union Grove, NC — 1-2 night stays with picnic basket, flowers, hot cocoa, keepsake poetry book and more
- Valentine Special -
Cottage on the Knoll at Cedarcroft Farm B&B (2/10 thru 2/19) - Warrensburg, MO — 1 or 2 night stays with roses, sparkling cider, teddy bear, a camera and keepsake photo frame, plus more
- Sweetheart Special (2/10 thru 2/19) - Conifer House Bed & Breakfast Inn - Flagstaff, AZ — Treat your sweetie to a romantic weekend in the mountains.
- For the Romantically Challenged -
Huckleberry Inn Bed & Breakfast - Sevierville, TN — Let us help you make a big impression on your special someone
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| Crafts Workshops |
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For many people, nothing is more rewarding than creating something with their own hands. Our innkeepers bring you a variety of crafts specials, combined with all the pleasures of a bed & breakfast getaway. Have a look here:
- Stained Glass Workshop -
Aire Castle Inn & Stained Glass Art - Benton, KY — A 2 night instructional retreat; you'll take home two beautiful projects.
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Scrapbooking Weekends -
Katy House Bed & Breakfast - Smithville, TX — Gather your photos and supplies for a 2-night stay; we give you well-lit space to spread out, plus music, cookies and lemonade
- 3 day Mosaics Workshop -
Firesign Art & Design Studio and B&B - Quadra Island, BC CANADA — Create beautiful mosaics from recycled tile, mirror and ceramics. Instructor and all materials included
- Fiber Arts Getaway -
The Farmhouse at Bush River - Clinton, SC — Bring your group for hands on instruction in spinning, dying or felting
- Art Retreats and Workshops -
Los Dos Bed & Breakfast Bungalows - Jocotepec, Jalisco, MEXICO — Choose private lessons, or just an easel and the time to create, in our lush settings
- Candle Making with the Amish (1/27-29) -
Garden Gate Get-A-Way B&B - Millersburg, OH — Learn to carve and decorate your own candles
TELL THE INNKEEPER YOU FOUND THEM AT
BBOnline.com!
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| Ski Packages |
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Ski season is here, and the slopes are calling. Whether you ski cross country or downhill, tube the trails or carve the mountain on a snowboard, our member innkeepers are ready to pamper you before and after. Here's a few examples:
- Ski Package Plus -
The Dutch Iris Inn - Granby, CT
— Ski 2 for 1 at Ski Sundown, plus discounts
on local spa, dining, sleigh rides and more
- Ski and Soak -
Elkstone Inn - Durango, CO —
2 nights in a king suite, lift tickets, hot tub
- Ski Packages -
Alexander Benjamin House - Andreas, PA
— Choose from packages for groups, weekdays
or weekends
- Midweek Ski Express -
Arlington Inn - Arlington, VT —
Rate includes ski pass, holidays excluded
- Stay & Ski -
Cricketwood Country B&B - Bend,
OR — Stay 5 nights at the price of 4, ski 4 days
at the price of 3
- Kids Stay & Ski Free -
The Roxbury, Contemporary Catskill Lodging -
Roxbury, NY — Stay with us and ski
Belleayre or Plattekill slopes
TELL THE INNKEEPER YOU FOUND THEM AT BBOnline.com!
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| Recipe Spotlight: Muffins |
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Yes, they know the muffins, ma'am! Our member innkeepers are accomplished at memorable breakfasts, and muffins are right up there among the recipes they get asked for the most. Here's a sample from our extensive online recipe collection:
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| New Inns |
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| In December, 50 new inns joined BBOnline. Please visit our newest member inns using the links below, and send a welcome email via our 'contact the innkeeper' link:
Home - Golden, BC CANADA
Beachside Vancouver - West Vancouver, BC CANADA
Betty and Tony's On-the-water - Orillia, ON CANADA
Quinta Zoe - Queretaro, Querétaro MEXICO
Casa De Leyendas - Mazatlan, SI MEXICO
Cascadas de Merida Bed & Breakfast - Merida, Yucatan MEXICO
Villa las Palmeras - Scottsdale, AZ
La Roca Casita - Scottsdale, AZ
Temporary Teepee - Scottsdale, AZ
Three Thirty Three B&B - Palm Springs, CA
Worthington House Inn - Blue Lake, CA
Ann and George's B&B at Voladores Vineyard - Paso Robles, CA
All Aboard Inn - Georgetown, CO
Duncan House Plantation Bed & Breakfast - Tavares, FL
Blue Horizons - Lahaina, HI
American Country Bed & Breakfast - Coeur d' Alene, ID
Muirhead Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast - Hampshire, IL
Murphy Guest House Bed & Breakfast - Bristol, IN
The Inn at Muddy Creek - Hoyt, KS
Holton House Bed & Breakfast - Holton, KS
Red Rose Inn - Bardstown, KY
Inn at Osprey Point - Rock Hall, MD
Holidae House Bed & Breakfast - Bethel, ME
Scotch Hill Inn - Ogunquit, ME
The Inn at 97 Winder - Detroit, MI
Inn at Grey Gables - Charlevoix, MI
The Frog & Bear Bed & Breakfast - Lake City, MN
Sturdevant Acres Bed & Breakfast - Lebanon, MO
Eastlake Inn Bed & Breakfast - St. Louis, MO
B&B's Country Garden Inn - Apex, NC
Applebrook Bed & Breakfast - Jefferson, NH
Mountain Fare Inn - Campton, NH
Silver Maple Organic Farm & Bed & Breakfast - Flemington, NJ
The National Hotel Boutique Bed & Breakfast - Frenchtown, NJ
Victoria House Bed & Breakfast - Spring Lake, NJ
Touchstone Inn, Spa & Gallery - Taos, NM
The Gracie Inn - New York, NY
Eagle Isle - Fremont, OH
Downaway Estates - Cincinnati, OH
Country Road Bed & Breakfast - Agra, OK
Wine Country Farm - Dayton, OR
The Alexander Benjamin House - Andreas, PA
Franklin House Bed & Breakfast - Franklin, TN
Historic Kuebler Waldrip Haus - New Braunfels, TX
The 505 B & B Lodge - Kenedy, TX
Belle Grae Inn - Staunton, VA
Simpsons Hollow Bed & Breakfast - Lovingston, VA
Husum Highlands Bed & Breakfast - Husum, WA
Mavis Manor - Flat Top, WV
TELL THE INNKEEPER YOU FOUND THEM AT BBOnline.com!
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| Contest News |
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November-December Winner
Our tiebreaker asked how many bricks in the graceful archways of the wraparound porch at Red Stone Inn — Oklahoma City, OK. 1290 bricks was the answer; Roger S. of Dearborn Heights, MI wins with the nearest guess, at 1288. Congratulations to Roger, and thanks to Mark & Ann Amme of Red Stone
Inn for sponsoring.
January-February Contest
Picture a 1902 Colonial Revival Victorian, with a restored Rose Victorian next door. Imagine guest rooms decorated with antiques. Add amenities:
oversized “tubs for two” and wireless high speed internet access, spectacular breakfasts, and all the attractions of the Pikes Peak Region. Enter to win all this and more courtesy of the Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn — Colorado Springs, CO which this year marks 20 years
in business.
December-January Contest
Our December-January drawing for two free nights at
The White House on High Street — Port Jefferson, NY is still open. Don't delay, enter
today.
See Both Contests . . . |
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