Select Registry Innkeeper Completes 1000 Mile Cycling Trip

Peter Sharp, who owns and runs the Fairview Inn in Jackson, MS with his wife Tamar, successfully completed his 1,074 mile cycle ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats in the United Kingdom. Peter reached his goal in 14 days as planned and raised more than $18,000 for the Simon Sharp Eagle Fund in honor of his son who lost his battle with Leukemia.

After months of planning, training and other preparations, Peter started his ride in Land’s End on Sunday, May 26. He finished his ride on Saturday, June 8 in John O’Groats and then rode 6 miles back to his lodging for the night at the Castle Arms. For a detailed account of his journey, visit his blog where he posted nearly every day during the ride.

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In the Heart of Historic Savannah on a Vacation of a Lifetime

Janet and Warren outside the Hamilton Turner InnAfter a fun two days on Amelia Island, the next destination on our Vacation of a Lifetime adventure was the beautiful Hamilton Turner Inn  in the historic district of Savannah, Georgia. Our suite was the amazing Noble Jones Suite, which had elegant period furnishings, tall arched doorways and huge 11-foot windows overlooking Lafayette Square.

After some down time, Warren and I headed for dinner at The Olde Pink House, a restaurant recommended by several of our friends.

We walked for about 20 minutes before we realized that we were headed in the wrong direction – but luckily, as hunger loomed, a passing pedicab driver picked us up and took us to the restaurant for a great, and hearty, meal.

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School’s out! Amelia Island on a Vacation of a Lifetime

My school responsibilities ended for the summer on Tuesday afternoon, and by 8:25 on Wednesday morning, Warren and I were on a plane headed to Amelia Island, FL, and Savannah, GA for our next Vacation of a Lifetime adventure. After a bumpy flight and a rainy drive to Amelia Island, we were glad to get to Fairbanks House and a warm welcome from Theresa and Bill Hamilton.

Janet and Warren outside Fairbanks House

 Our room, The Kitchen Suite, had a private entrance and porch that overlooked the beautiful gardens in the back. After freshening up, it was time for hors d’oeuvres – our choice of wines, shrimp, and a corn salsa with herbs grown from Theresa’s garden enjoyed with people from different parts of Florida, West Virginia, and Ohio.

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Bed and Breakfast Inns in Washington State

Whether you are on a romantic rendezvous or a just looking for the special atmosphere of peace and quiet that only charming bed and breakfast inns can provide, look no further than the unique properties of Washington State offered by Select Registry. From the majestic views of the Olympic mountain range to the stunning sights of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, there are so many unique properties waiting to make your visit to the Pacific Northwest special and memorable.Experience the Grandeur of the Real-Life Downtown Abbey in Seattle.

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Spring Elopement Wedding Packages in Oregon

 

The Oregon Coast and Wine Country are among America’s most beautiful and breathtaking spots to take a romantic getaway or hold a wedding. From the fresh waters, stunning sunsets and exquisite panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean to lush hillsides with charming wineries, Oregon is a perfect place to say “I do” or just spend time reconnecting with a special someone. Select Registry represents only the very best of the state’s bed and breakfast gems, and these are just a few.

Cocoon Yourselves in Luxury at The Whale Cove Inn

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Select Registry Mobile App Now Available

The Select Registry Mobile App is a great combination of our guidebook and our website.

Some of it’s features are:

Show Inns Nearby:

  • Automatically locates the inns closest to you for those last minute reservations.
  • Has options to show inns within 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, 250, and 500 miles.

Find an Inn:

  • Provides a search similar to the powerful inn search functionality on the Select Registry website.
  • Filter by inn name, city, state, location type, price and amenities.

Discover Select Registry:

  • Learn about the “Select Registry Inn Experience”
  • See the events calendar
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Bed and Breakfast Inns in Rocheport Missouri

From the vast expanses of the prairies and plains, to the rugged river valleys of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers that meander the state’s borders, history lovers will be pleasantly surprised by the wealth of intriguing spots and notable places here in Missouri.

For discerning travelers who enjoy the bed and breakfast experience, Select Registry offers several premier properties that are a perfect vacation spot and base from which to explore the footprints and influence of foreign statesmen such as Winston Churchill and Napoleon, to the founding father Thomas Jefferson to intrepid explorers Lewis and Clark.

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Mother’s Day of a Lifetime in San Antonio

Vacation of a Lifetime traveler Janet and her daughter at Noble Inns

What better way to spend Mother’s Day weekend with my daughter Micah than at one of the Noble Inns Bed and Breakfasts in the King William District of San Antonio, Texas.

The Garden at Oge House

The Garden at Oge House

After a quick flight on Southwest Airlines, we arrived at the Oge House on Friday morning.
We were met by Megan MacDaniel, who showed us our accommodations: the lovely Castle Howard Suite on the first floor. Although the Oge House was built in 1839, the bathroom, especially the huge shower, was definitely 2013 style with 5 pulsing jets. I could have stayed in there for an hour!

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Select Registry Inns Named Some of the Most Welcoming Bed and Breakfasts in Virginia

Select Registry Inns Named Some of the Most Welcoming Bed and Breakfasts in Virginia

Virginia Living magazine recently released its second annual Best of Virginia 2013 issue. Seven Select Registry inns were recognized in the “Most Welcoming Bed and Breakfast” category. At least one Select Registry Inn was voted into the top three in each of the five regions: Central, Eastern, Northern, Shenandoah Valley, and Southwest. In the Shenandoah Valley region, the top three inns are all Select Registry properties.

Central Region

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Relax Before and After a Big Race at a Select Registry Inn

Marathons across the country draw large crowds of both runners and spectators. But the best way to enjoy a marathon is not in a crowded hotel; it’s at a luxurious bed and breakfast or private inn. Whether you are fighting crowds of spectators to get a good view of the start and finish lines or running the race yourself, you want to prepare by getting a good night’s sleep on a quality mattress and bed linens. And after the race, you are going to want to relax and rejuvenate in a quiet, comfortable setting whether that be a Jacuzzi tub or on a porch overlooking a beautiful garden. Where can you find the perfect place to stay? Why Select Registry, of course.

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