Guest Author - Jessica Hoffmann
Perfect Getaways for Valentines Day
Looking for a special weekend to surprise your Valentine? Check out these southeastern towns and accommodations for a romantic, weekend getaway.
The Grove Park Inn – Asheville, NC
The Grove Park has been specializing in luxurious accommodations since 1913. Make sure to spend a day at the extensive spa and set aside time to peruse the funky boutiques and galleries of downtown Asheville. Nearby, the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail host countless day hikes and amazing panoramic vistas.
Callaway Gardens – Pine Mountain, GA
Garden admission is free for the month of February at Callaway Gardens. Stroll the hiking trails as spring begins to emerge throughout the gardens, check out the raptors, or tee off at the home of the PGA Tour’s Buick Challenge. With over 1000 tropical butterflies, Callaway Gardens has much to offer early spring visitors and valentine couples.
Casa de Solana – St Augustine, FL
Spend the weekend in the historic district of St. Augustine, Florida, and take in the bed and breakfast’s over 200 year history. This charming town dates back to a 1513 visit from Ponce de Leon, which opened the door to settlement of the area. Explore Castillo de San Marcus to learn about the clashes between the Spanish and English armies and the long lasting struggle for control of America’s oldest city. Explore the Old City by foot or take a kayaking ecotour to see bottlenose dolphins and bald eagles in the saltwater marshes.
Rhett House Inn – Beaufort, SC
Take in centuries old Live Oak Trees from the expansive verandah of Beaufort’s historic Rhett House Inn. This AAA four diamond inn includes buildings from the 1800’s. Bike around downtown Beaufort or take a horse drawn carriage tour to get to know this captivating southern town.
Many inns and resorts throughout the southeast have mid-week specials throughout the winter and early spring, so surf for deals if you are willing to celebrate Valentine's Day a touch early or late.
