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Travel Experiences

Places Steeped in History, Art, & Culture

If vibrant art, epic history, and rich culture are part of your vacation wishlist, you're at the right place. Discover historic cities and cultural travel destinations across the U.S. when you stay at one of our unique lodging properties.

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National Historic Register

Glimpse into the past at these storied Select Registry properties which have been designated on the National Register of Historic Places.

Duke Mansion

Charlotte, NC

The Mansion is old Southern charm wrapped in 21st century luxury with individual attention.

Brampton 1860

Chestertown, MD

A place you won't want to leave.

John Rutledge House Inn

Charleston, SC

The ethereal guest rooms and suites of this historic property emanate an elegance of an era bygone

C.W. Worth House Bed & Breakfast

Wilmington, NC

Welcome home - an award-winning boutique bed & breakfast centered on exceptional personal service.

Deerfield Inn

Deerfield, MA

A History of Welcoming Guests Since 1884 Discover Authentic New England Charm at The Deerfield Inn.

Fort Lewis Lodge and Farm

Millboro, VA

A 3,365-acre mountain retreat offering outdoor activities & seasonally inspired cuisine.

The Mermaid & The Alligator

Key West, FL

An intimate adult-only bed & breakfast in the heart of Old Town Key West.

Inn at Woodhaven

Louisville, KY

Experience this beautifully appointed historic home located in the heart of the Bourbon Trail. 

The Inn at Manchester

Manchester, VT

Enjoy a front-row view of the Green Mountains from a rocking chair on the classic front porch

Churchill Manor

Napa, CA

Churchill Manor, a Napa Valley jewel, is a timeless and elegant b&b inn close to many area wineries

Arts and Cultural Experiences

History, music, and art are just part of the appeal for those who appreciate the finer things in life. These Select Registry properties are your starting point for the best art and culture travel experiences, including museum visits and historic city tours.

The Millbrook Inn

Millbrook, NY

A luxury boutique hotel with an onsite award-winning restaurant in the heart of the Hudson Valley.

Inn by the Bandstand a Boutique Hotel

Exeter, NH

A Boutique Hotel de Charme in Historic Exeter, New Hampshire. Featuring onsite restaurant, Ambrose.

Brampton 1860

Chestertown, MD

A place you won't want to leave.

The Kenwood Gables Boutique Bed & Breakfast

St. Petersburg, FL

Experience the rebirth & renaissance of St. Petersburg at its premier Boutique Bed & Breakfast. 

Robyn's Inn

Plymouth, MI

Historic 1903 home thoughtfully restored to reflect the modern traveler, in downtown Plymouth, MI.

Andon-Reid Inn Bed & Breakfast

Waynesville, NC

Surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Inn on Lake Granbury a Boutique Hotel

Granbury, TX

Upscale Lakefront Inn Close to Downtown

El Farolito Bed & Breakfast

Santa Fe, NM

Surround yourself with Santa Fe's art, culture, and history in this beautiful historic district inn

Amelia Island Williams House Bed & Breakfast

Fernandina Beach, FL

Tranquil setting where romance, relaxation and history combine to create a special getaway.

Heartstone Inn & Cottages

Eureka Springs, AR

Eleven contemporary, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed rooms, suites, or cottages 

Historical Vacations

How often it is that an event takes place that helps mold a region or a nation? What we learn from our history helps us to shape our future. Our properties tell a story of their own and are located in some of the best historical vacation spots.

Ledges Hotel

Hawley, PA

A contemporary boutique hotel located in a former glass factory overlooking Paupack High Falls.

Hill Farm Inn

Sunderland, VT

Boutique inn, restaurant, and vegetable farm on a historic dairy in the Equinox Mountain Valley

Arsenic and Old Lace Bed & Breakfast Inn

Eureka Springs, AR

The Best of Everything...Award-Winning Accommodations, Amazing Breakfasts, and Gracious Hospitality!

The Inn at Ormsby Hill

Manchester Center, VT

The premier romantic New England getaway in Southern Vermont.

The Park on Main

Highlands, NC

The Pet-Friendly Boutique Hotel where sophistication and gracious hospitality reach new heights. 

Antietam Overlook Farm

Keedysville, MD

Overlooking Civil War history in a spectacular setting with incredible accommodations.

Canyon Villa Bed and Breakfast Inn of Sedona

Sedona, AZ

Experience the Red Rocks of Sedona at "The Inn with the Million Dollar Views"

West Mountain Inn

Arlington, VT

Set high on 150 mountainside acres overlooking the beautiful Battenkill Valley

Inn by the Bandstand a Boutique Hotel

Exeter, NH

A Boutique Hotel de Charme in Historic Exeter, New Hampshire. Featuring onsite restaurant, Ambrose.

Steeles Tavern Manor Bed and Breakfast

Steeles Tavern, VA

We're in the middle of it all!

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