Okay, so you may never get to meet Meryl Streep, Ron Howard, Cybill Shepherd, Larry Csonka, Danny Glover, Meg Ryan, or Captain Kirk (a.k.a. William Shatner) in person. But you can stay at the very same bed and breakfast inns that they stayed at, and have just as good a time as they did!
Maine's restful Inn at Long Lake is a favorite haunt of actress Meryl Streep and her daughters. Located in Naples, Maine, this 1900s-era Victorian B&B inn features graceful veranda appointed with wicker chairs with beautiful views of Long Lake. Once inside, you'll find stained glass windows, period antiques, fresh flowers, and a wonderful collection of old clocks. The Inn at Long Lake has 16 rooms, each decorated with Victorian-themed floral wallpaper and antique furniture. Find out for yourself why Meryl Streep is a repeat visitor!
When in Baltimore, do as director Ron Howard does, and stay at Grammercy Mansion. Each of the elegant guest rooms is decorated with antiques. The Tudor Room is fit for a king with a massive canopy bed and fireplace, a porch with a view of the surrounding valley, and a spacious bath with a whirlpool tub. The Camelot Room is another posh choice with a king bed, whirlpool tub and Juliet balcony where guests can enjoy breakfast. Weddings are a popular event at Grammercy Mansion, and the innkeepers also offer romantic elopement packages.
If you crave a little star treatment, pick the bed and breakfast that once pampered actress Cybill Shepherd. The Swann House B&B in Washington, D.C.'s Dupont Circle boasts a dozen stylish guest rooms. Guests are pampered with champagne breakfasts, down pillows and featherbeds. Many rooms include a fireplace or whirlpool bath. The Il Duomo is a perfect spot for a romantic getaway, and the charming Blue Sky Suite is another favorite. The bed and breakfast's location is perfect for those wishing to enjoy all the attractions of the nation's Capitol. The White House is just 12 blocks away, and shops and restaurants are just steps away.
NFL Hall of Famer Larry Csonka was once a guest at the Bent Creek Lodge, a rustic Asheville, N.C., lodge built to please any mountain man or just about anyone else who enjoys fantastic views, great food and cozy rooms. Guests can relax in a rocking chair on the huge veranda and enjoy Blue Ridge Mountain and garden views or even book a massage for extra relaxation. Outdoor activities include hiking, biking, fishing and canoeing along the French Broad River. The Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway are among the nearby attractions, and downtown Asheville is just 10 miles away.
Acclaimed Actor Danny Glover was once at guest at the Apple Country Bed and Breakfast in Wenatchee, Washington. The historic 1918 Craftsman home's guest rooms are decorated in a charming country style, each named for a variety of apple. Breakfasts include the innkeeper's signature sticky buns, as well as fresh, seasonal fruits and homemade entrees. Guests can ski in the winter or enjoy hiking and biking in the warmer months.
William Shatner and Meg Ryan stayed at the Aaron Burr House Inn & Conference Center in New Hope, Pennsylvania. Relax; they weren't together! This said, both Shatner and Ryan likely share an appreciation for the beauty of this 1873 'Painted Lady' Victorian home. The B&B sits on the foundation of a pre-Revolutionary house where third U.S. VP Aaron Burr hid for a week, following his shooting of Alexander Hamilton during their infamous duel. Thankfully, the Aaron Burr House Inn offers more congenial (and law-abiding) company today. As for its rooms? Each one has a distinct personality, hand painted/stencilled by a New Hope artist and features antiques, private bath, and air conditioners. Most have brass ceiling fans, and some have canopy four-poster beds and/or fireplace. Clearly, the Aaron Burr House Inn & Conference Center is worth beaming down - er, driving to.
About the Author:
Even though she isn't yet a celebrity, Jane Leisteiner has visited many B&B inns. To find further information on Asheville bed and breakfast inns or Pennsylvania bed and breakfasts, check out the iLoveInns website.
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