BedandBreakfast.com’s Top B&B Picks for Fall Foliage Viewing
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 7, 2008 — This fall, as Mother Nature works her artistry, travelers can look forward to plenty of foliage festivities, as they hit the scenic byways by day and relaxing B&Bs by night. BedandBreakfast.com has compiled this list of favorite inns for autumn sightseeing, just a one-tank trip from nearby cities. “Each BedandBreakfast.com member on the list has been visited by our editorial team and is recommended for their fabulous foliage views, romantic setting, and premier lodgings,” explained Sandy Soule, editor of BedandBreakfast.com and veteran inngoer.
BedandBreakfast.com’s top choices for fall foliage viewing are listed alphabetically by region and state. For complete information, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com.
NORTHEAST
Lenox, MA, Rookwood Inn and Hampton Terrace: Both are conveniently located for easy strolls to town and scenic foliage vistas.
Greenville, ME, Blair Hill Inn, Greenville Inn, Lodge at Moosehead Lake: One small town, one gorgeous lake, and three fabulous inns offer drop-dead views of Moosehead Lake.
Franconia, NH, Sugar Hill Inn: Just like this inn’s name, views from throughout this inn are sweet, especially during fall foliage.
Hillsdale, NY, Inn at Green River: Guests relax in Adirondack chairs overlooking a large meadow and a wooded ridge alive with color.
Landenberg, PA, Cornerstone Inn: This circa 1704 restored Colonial is the perfect base for exploring the autumn glory of the Brandywine Valley.
Lower Waterford, VT: Rabbit Hill Inn: Take in the color around this 15-acre estate, complete with its own trail network.
SOUTH
Mentone, AL, Mountain Laurel Inn: Take a scenic drive on Lookout Mountain Parkway, then return to soak up color in the surrounding woods.
Blue Ridge, GA, Aska Lodge: Enjoy armchair leaf peeping from the chairs surrounding the inn’s private fire pit or hike the nearby trails.
Lake Lure, NC, Chalet Club: This secluded mountaintop lodge offers exceptional views of Hickory Nut Gorge aflame in fall color.
Townsend, TN, Gracehill Inn and Richmont Inn: Gracehill offers a 360-degree view of the Great Smoky Mountain Park, while Richmont offers leaf peepers private decks and trails.
Pearisburg, VA, Inn at Riverbend: The Hillside setting is perfect for watching sunsets bordered by a panorama of fall color from beautifully appointed guest rooms.
MIDWEST
Eureka Springs, AR, Arsenic & Old Lace: Take in scenic Ozark drives or stroll just two blocks to the historic district for fall fun.
Point Lookout, MO, Cameron’s Crag: Enjoy foliage vistas for miles from your own private hot tub and deck overlooking Lake Taneycomo and the Branson skyline.
New Ulm, MN, Bingham Hall B&B, Deutsche Strasse B&B: Both inns are located within an easy walk to distinctive shops and restaurants in the Minnesota River Valley.
Nebraska City, NE, Whispering Pines B&B: Self-guided foliage tours through Southeast Nebraska are a great way to see the changing colors.
Logan, OH, Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls: Return to inn rooms or secluded cabins after a day of leaf peeping in nearby Hocking Hills State Park.
WESTERN STATES
Fraser, CO, Wild Horse Inn: Surrounded by Rocky Mountain National Park, the changing mountain colors are a welcome sight for leaf peepers.
Parkdale/Mt Hood, OR, Old Parkdale Inn and Mount Hood Hamlet B&B: With Mount Hood as a backdrop and the Columbia River Gorge nearby, there is no shortage of beautiful leaf peeping opportunities.
Springdale, UT, Harvest House and Novel House Inn: Beautifully appointed guest rooms are welcoming after a day of hiking amidst the artistry of Zion Canyon’s fall color.
Leavenworth, WA, Abendblume Pension: Overlooking dramatic vistas of the Cascade Mountains, this decidedly European inn fits in well with the Bavarian-themed Leavenworth.
Look for thousands of perfect choices for your next fall foliage B&B getaway on BedandBreakfast.com, the leading online bed and breakfast directory and reservation network worldwide, listing nearly 7,000 B&Bs and inns. A variety of search functions and extensive maps enable inngoers to find the perfect B&B. Travelers can make reservations online, purchase The Getaway Gift Card from BedandBreakfast.com, welcomed at nearly 4,000 B&Bs in the U.S. and Canada, subscribe to free newsletters, read and write independent reviews, and post questions on expert-hosted message boards.
CONTACT:
Marti Mayne, 207-846-6331,
Sandy Soule, 203-637-7642,
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