North Carolina has a long and exciting history splashed with liquor. It goes back further than the bootlegging moonshine days and even further than wicked old Blackbeard the pirate. Distilling is believed to have started in the 18th Century by Moravian settlers in Winston-Salem, on the site of what
North Carolina is the home of so much rich and fascinating history. It’s also the place where dreams can come true. There’s little better proof of this than the Wright Brothers record breaking first powered flight that took place at Kitty Hawk on the Outer banks on the 17th December 1903. That’s an
Stuck on gift ideas? Why not try a romantic couples break The Holiday Season is fast approaching. If you find you are stuck on gift ideas, have you considered a romantic couples break? You may wish to escape before the all consuming busy period begins, or perhaps you would like a cosy respite to
To show our appreciation and thanks for our military veterans, this Veteran’s Day the Inn on Bath Creek will be offering veterans a free night’s stay. Originally referred to as Armistice Day, Veteran’s Day was observed decades before it became a national holiday. The date originated as
Given the ghostly time of year – with all hallows eve approaching we thought the local spooky tale of the Croatoan “lost colony” would get you in the “spirit”. This true story is a mystery from our North Carolinian history dating back to 1587 – it begins with the word CROATOAN carved
We are delighted to announce that for the third year in a row, the Inn has won the Readers’ Choice award. The Washington Daily News Readers’ Choice awards are designed to celebrate local businesses. This year, over 100,000 votes were cast across a number of categories, including Food
In this neck of the woods, our history is rich and sometimes surprising. PLUS, it’s not all pirates! North Carolina is famous for NASCAR – it’s part of our heritage. But not everyone knows the story of its origins. Bizarrely, the sport only came to be because of prohibition
It’s your vacation, how are you going to fill your time when you #VisitNC? Planning a vacation in North Carolina? Our website includes a wealth of information about hiking, biking, kayaking and our fascinating historical sights. But for the more adventurous, who don’t mind a bit of a journey we
Summer has arrived here in North Carolina, and boy do we need to keep cool! We all know the general advice for coping in the heat: wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, use AC, stay indoors as much as possible. But, we have compiled a list of some lesser known and rather cunning hints and tips. Meaning
Planning a summer vacation can leave you feeling overwhelmed. But we’re here to help with these summer vacation tips to help you plan a fabulous summer getaway. 1. Stay organised as you go Keep all your research and booking confirmations such as accomodation, activities, travel together and
