With 300 miles of coastline and the 1,500-mile Appalachian Mountain Range both found within its borders, North Carolina boasts diverse geographical regions. Travelers planning an extended stay in the Tar Heel State can choose from accommodations along the Atlantic coastline, near one of 400 golf courses, or nestled in the Smoky Mountains. Hot tubs are available for added relaxation at many of North Carolina's inns, hotels, and lodges.
Located in Durham, the Blooming Garden Inn is a historic Queen Anne home built in 1890. Architectural details include a wraparound porch, high curved ceilings, original pine flooring, and nine mantels. Four guest rooms feature private baths and antique furnishings. The Morning Glory Suite spans the front of the second floor and offers an in-room corner Jacuzzi tub for two and a balcony overlooking the front yard. The Scandinavian Suite also features an in-room hot tub; the décor is white and light blue with iron beds. The Blooming Garden Inn is located one mile east of Brightleaf Square near the intersection of Holloway and Roxboro streets in downtown Durham. A gourmet breakfast is served each morning.
Blooming Garden Inn
513 Holloway Street
Durham, NC 27701
919-687-0801
bloominggardeninn.com
Hop on a historic train, drive the Blue Ridge Parkway, or fish at 29-mile Fontana Lake during a stay at the Charleston Inn. Located in Bryson City bordering the Great Smoky Mountains, the inn features rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and in-room Jacuzzi tubs. Four detached cabins are also available and feature oversize whirlpool tubs as guest amenities. Guests dine each morning on homemade fare at tables for two in the inn's intimate dining room. Wireless Internet access and cable television are available, and books and games can be found in the common areas. The Charleston Inn is located 63 miles west of Asheville and 82 miles south of Knoxville, Tennessee.
Charleston Inn
208 Arlington Avenue
Bryson City, NC 28713
828-488-4644
charlestoninn.com
Enter a room at the Twin Lakes Lodge through a private outdoor entrance to find a whirlpool tub spa room and fireplace overlooking an 8-acre lake. The 650-square-foot Lakefront Suite features these amenities and a private deck, cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, and a king-size bed. Other accommodations at the lodge include a Penthouse with European tub, a Tree House room with corner Jacuzzi, the Lakeview Landing with a patio, and the Mariner's Water View room. Breakfast is delivered to your room each morning, and refrigerators are available for storing snacks and beverages. Twin Lakes Lodge is located in south Greensboro near the intersection of 4 Seasons Boulevard and Vanstory Street.
Twin Lakes Lodge Bed & Breakfast
2700 Twin Lakes Drive
Greensboro, NC 2740
336-852-6968
thetwinlakeslodge.com
