| Wilmington,
NC � October 2003 � The Verandas Bed
& Breakfast Inn, located in the heart of Historic
Downtown Wilmington, adds another prestigious acknowledgement to its
growing list of awards and recognitions. The Verandas, a AAA Four Diamond
B&B, is now among the �Best in the South� in Arrington�s Inn Traveler
2004 Book of Lists.
Since
November 2002, Arrington�s Inn Traveler is a quarterly publication targeting
discriminating travelers who seek the finest, most convenient, hospitable
and luxurious B&B�s and Country Inns throughout the United States and
Canada.
�We
are pleased to announce The Verandas� designation as �Best in the South�
in the prestigious Arrington�s Inn Traveler Book of Lists,� states Judith
Grizzel, president/CEO of the New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority.
�Recognitions such as this help build our reputation as a premier vacation
destination. The award-winning Verandas B&B further exemplifies the
quality accommodations, exceptional service and true Southern hospitality
a visitor receives in Historic Wilmington and North Carolina�s Cape Fear
Coast.�
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Seen
recently on HGTV�s Fine Living segment, �Top Ten Summer Travel Destinations,�
the Verandas (verandas.com) is a
luxury bed and breakfast inn with eight spacious corner guest rooms. The
8,500-square-foot Victorian Italianate Mansion is located at 202 Nun Street,
only two blocks from the Riverwalk along the scenic Cape Fear River. Originally
built in 1854 by Benjamin Beery, the massive four-story house suffered
extensive fire and water damage in 1992. Boarded up and decaying, the antebellum
mansion was purchased in 1995 by its present owners/innkeepers, Dennis
Madsen and Chuck Pennington, who proceeded with extensive restoration for
which they have received awards. Since the Verandas opened its doors to
guests on Valentines Day in 1997, it has been recommended by Southern Living
(April 2003) and featured in North American Inns (Spring 2003), as well
as Conde Nast Johansen�s Recommended guide and Select Registry, among other
publications.
Each
room is beautifully appointed with original artwork and English and French
antique furniture. Light-filled rooms and carefully selected color schemes
further create an elegant yet relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Luxurious
private baths feature marble floors and oversized oval tubs. The inn�s
cupola and two of its four verandas (hence, the name) overlook a neatly
manicured garden that has received a Community Excellence Award. Modern
amenities include individual climate control, cable TV, VCRs, and telephones
with internet connection.
To
find out more about The Verandas call 910-251-2212 or visit them online
at verandas.com.
Experience
firsthand the charm of Historic Wilmington and North Carolina�s Cape Fear
Coast. With an ocean, a historic riverfront town and over 45 attractions,
there�s something to suit every taste and whim. For a free Visitors Guide
please call 1-866-266-9690 or visit www.cape-fear.nc.us.
Media:
Connie
Nelson
cvbpr@cape-fear.nc.us
Communications
Manager
(910)
341-4030 or
(800)
222-4757
Cape
Fear Coast CVB
www.cape-fear.nc.us
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The
New Hanover County Tourism Development Authority d/b/a the Cape Fear Coast
Convention & Visitors Bureau (CFCCVB)
is the official destination marketing organization of New Hanover County
that stimulates economic development through the promotion of travel and
tourism. |
