The year was 1895

By admin in Bed and Breakfast News on January 19, 2011 at 6:02 pm

Saluda, NC – The Oaks, a beautiful Queen Ann Victorian,

is built as the residence of Dr. E.B. Goelet, one of the first practicing Physicians in the Blue Ridge. In modern times this lovingly restored home welcomes travelers year round as The Oaks Bed and Breakfast.

Asheville, NC – The Biltmore, a spacious French Chateaux, is built as the residence of G.W. Vanderbilt and is recognized as the largest home in America

New York, NY – Thomas Edison opens his first Kinetoscope parlor where New Yorkers can enjoy a film for 25-cents.

The White House – President Grover Cleveland delivers his State of the Union address targeting immigration and national finances

Washington DC – The United States Supreme Court declared income tax to be unconstitutional in Pollock v. Farmers’ Loan & Trust Co.

Latrobe, PA – John Brallier is paid $10 to play football making him the first professional football player.

Rochester, NY – George B. Selden is granted the first U.S. patent for a combustion-powered automobile.

In this fast paced, ever changing world, it is nice to know that there is still a place where things have pretty much remained the same for more than 100-years. Visit Historic Saluda and The Oaks Bed and Breakfast – Call 828-749-2000 for reservations.

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NOW THROUGH MARCH 31 ~ 20% OFF ALL LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS!

Dreaming of escaping to a romantic mountain getaway? Don’t put it off any longer. Take advantage of the best rates of the year! The Oaks Bed and Breakfast is offering all rooms – including a sumptuous gourmet breakfast – at a 20% discount! Call 828-749-2000 and make your reservation today! Discount bookings must be a two night minimum . Discount does not apply to online bookings.

REMEMBER VALENTINE’S DAY! Consider spending this Valentine’s Weekend at a beautiful Victorian mansion in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Lavish your “special someone” with an intimate dinner for two, a bottle of champagne, designer chocolates, roses, theater tickets or a sensuous massage – you decide.

Conclude your evening relaxing by a cozy fire, before retiring to your spacious and comfortable chambers; knowing that a sumptuous gourmet breakfast awaits you when the morning comes.

The mountain air is nearly narcotic in the way it soothes the mind, body and soul. Let the stars show you the way to The Oaks Bed and Breakfast. Call today and have Donna and Dale assist with arrangements! Bubble bath included!

Click on "Photo Album", below, to view past Holiday images.

Oaks Bed and Breakfast gift certificates are available in any denomination and make the perfect gift any time of he year!

The year was 1895

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NOW THROUGH MARCH 31 ~ 20% OFF ALL LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS!

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