This piece is based on an interview with Amanda Sullivan, Marketing Director at Old Edwards Inn and Spa, located in Highlands North Carolina. After speaking with Amanda, it’s easy to see why the Old Edwards Inn has received a Real Traveler rating of 5 out of 5 from 2 reviews across the web.
With charming European style, in the heart of the Blue Ridge mountain village, The Old Edwards Inn creates a sense of discovery within each of its visitors. Such a natural setting inspires guests to embrace the beauty of the surrounding landscapes. By taking advantage of their location, the Inn encourages visitors to enjoy the fresh mountain air while participating in hotel scheduled activities like fitness classes which promote the Inn’s “wellness lifestyle.”
Upon completion of its 50 million dollar renovation in 2007, and purchasing its own golf course, guests will surely delight in all that the Old Edwards Inn and Spa has to offer. Known for its culture of family, fun, and five star service, this four star hotel boasts of a “non-stuffy,” casual elegance. While here, visitors indulge themselves in the performing, visual, and culinary arts for a full-sensory experience. With celebrations for all occasions, guests can take part in the upcoming St. Patrick’s day party. With help from the chef, guests will make real Irish coffee and expereiment with Irish wiskey tasting.
Have some down time? Many visitors go to the fitness center, complete with personal trainers, yoga, and Tai Chi classes. Cool down and take a dip in the heated outdoor mineral pool. After working up an appetite, stop by the Inn’s Madison’s Restaurant or visit the Wine Garden, both of which are uniquely centered on healthy eating and bring food from “farm-to-table.” Meals are prepared with simple splendor, and guests learn to appreciate the taste of each individual ingredient. The Old Edward’s Inn focuses on teaching visitors about the importance of treating the earth right, from “seed to plate,” making the hotel experience more of a personal retreat. One visitor describes the Inn as “A beautiful, intimate hotel with a wonderful staff, a fabulous restaurant, great spa and fitness center, in a charming little mountaintop town.”
A four star hotel with five star service and amenities, The Old Edwards Inn utilizes its mountain setting to create an atmosphere of relaxation an rejuvenation.
Source: Teresa Nielsen
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