The actors in the Andy Griffith Show brought the fictional town of Mayberry, North Carolina to life for many of the fans of the television show. We now know that while Mayberry may not have been real its essence was. Andy Griffith was born and raised in Mount Airy, North Carolina. The characteristics of the town of Mayberry bore a striking resemblance to Griffith's hometown.
Mount Airy is proud of its legacy as the location that inspired the settings for the Andy Griffith Show and Mayberry R.F.D. The city is host to an annual Mayberry Days celebration that takes place during the last week of September. If you want to reminisce during a more leisurely time, you can stop by Floyd's City Barbershop or grab a pork chop sandwich anytime of the year. Mount Airy innkeepers look forward to showing you their Mayberry-style hospitality.
A stay at the Hampton Inn Mount Airy will make you feel like you have landed smack dab in the middle of Mayberry. The hotel offers a variety of romance and wedding packages to enhance such special occasions. They are offering a Budbreak Wine Festival package for visitors that plan to attend the 2010 bud breaking celebration.
Hampton Inn Mount Airy
2029 Rockford St.
Mount Airy, NC 27030
336-789-5999
mountairy.hamptoninn.com
The Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast is the place for you if you dream of getting hitched in Mayberry. The Maxwell House wedding package includes a Mayberry preacher and a squad car tour of Mayberry. They also offer a Mayberry package without the wedding. Packages are available for those who just want some time to relax or enjoy the surrounding outdoor activities.
Maxwell House Bed & Breakfast
at the Historic Merritt House
618 N. Main St.
Mount Airy, NC 27030
336-786-2174
bbonline.com/nc/maxwellhouse
In his book "USA 101: A Guide to America's Iconic Places, Events and Festivals," Gary McKechnie describes the Sobotta Manor Bed and Breakfast as an elegant 1932 English Tudor manor. The Sobotta Manor Bed and Breakfast offers a variety of packages for those wishing to enjoy Mount Airy and the surrounding areas. Whether you are looking for a nice weekend getaway or a time for romance, your stay at the Sobotta Manor Bed and Breakfast will be special.
Sobotta Manor Bed and Breakfast
347 West Pine St.
Mount Airy, NC 27030
336-786-2777
sobottamanor.com
The Hampton Inn Shelton Vineyards is about a 20-minute drive from Mount Airy. In addition to romance and standard wine packages, they also offer a Shelton Vineyards at Sunset Concert package. This is a great way to enjoy both the beauty of the Yadkin Valley Wine Country and the nostalgia of Mayberry.
The Hampton Inn Shelton Vineyards
150 Charlestowne Drive
Dobson, NC 27017
336-353-9400
dobsonsuites.hamptoninn.com
