Ashland Oregon Lodging

Those innkeepers at Bybee's Historic Inn near Jacksonville, Oregon, are at it again!   If you're going to be staying in Ashland Oregon lodging in Southern Oregon near Jacksonville on July 15,, 2012, then plan to spend your afternoon with a little outdoor food & fun while supporting a great cause at Bybee's Historic Inn.  Proceeds benefit Hearts With A Mission , a faith-based organization that supports youth in crises.

Bybee’s BBQ Benefit and Talent Show Extravaganza--Sunday, July 15, 2012, 2 pm to 6 pm.  Proceeds will benefit Hearts With A Mission & Rogue Valley YFC H.A.T.S. Mentoring Program!   $5.00 for adults, $1.00 for children. Entry fee includes food ticket for homemade food, ice cream beverages and all the entertainment featuring the Jen Ambrose Band/Rock Project, Rogue Valley Harmonizers, Timeless with guest singer...s Donna Tennaro and Michele Spohn, Gordon "The Saw Guy" Schmieder, Jael Hanson, 17-year old Luke Silva and 18-year old George King and Frank Ricci just to name a few. There will be a donation box for free drawings of several items donated by the merchants of Jacksonville, specifics will follow. A silent auction that will consist of night stay at Bybee's Historic Inn, champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and two beautiful hand crocheted afghans donated by Julie Robertson. A second silent auction to include a portrait session and an Oregon photography book that invites you to take a brief tour of the beautiful state of Oregon donated by RLR Photography, Roy Robertson.

FARM to FORK is a "traveling farm-to-table restaurant, local food fundraiser, and community celebration rolled into one! Our unique FARM to FORK dinners are designed to reconnect people to the source of their food, and to honor the talented farmers, food artisans, winemakers, and chefs that contribute to the growing culinary reputation and local food community of Southern Oregon"

Scheduling for the 2012 FARM to FORK events scheduled have begun and the promoters of this event invite you to "meet the farmers, tour the farms, and experience a remarkable artisan meal in the company of friends, neighbors, and fellow supporters of our local food and wine community. Proceeds from the dinners will be contributed directly to local farmers, wineries and organizations that support small farms, food security, and greater accessibility to healthy, local food."

We hope you can make one or more of the FARM to FORK dinners and we encourage you to make your reserve your seat early as these events will surely sell out as will most events happening in Ashland, Oregon.  And the beds of Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member inns fill up even quicker!

Located just 28 miles from Crater Lake National Park, The Prospect Hotel can be the perfect home base when birding on the Crater Lake Loop of the Oregon Cascade Birding Trail.   The Rogue River is minutes away with mature riparian habitat surrounded by mixed conifer forests.  Peregrine Falcon, Calliope and Rufus Hummingbirds nest in these forests.  Diamond Lake supports high concentrations of diving birds.  The rich, diverse habitats on the Crater Lake Loop provide home for a large variety of birds.  Crawford Creek Meadows is home to at least eight species of nesting owls.

The Propsect Historic Hotel Bed and Breakfast,  built in the late 1800's, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  The magnificent stage house sits on five acres with grounds great for strolling or just relaxing after a long day's hike.  The historic hotel has been totally restored and has housed noted dignitaries such as Theodore Roosevelt and Jack London.  The 10 guest rooms, most with private baths, are furnished with beautiful antique furniture and handmade quilts.

Nestled in the woods behind the main house, the 14 motel units offer exceptional privacy and convenience.  The motel is accommodating to travelers with large groups.

Spend a few days at the Prospect Hotel, visit Crater Lake and the birding sites along the Crater Lake Loop, then head south to the Mt. McLoughlin Loop of the Oregon Cascades Birding Trail.  This loop will take you along the north-western flanks of the Upper Klamath Basin and possibly the most ecologically diverse section on the entire route.  After a full day of birding the Mt. McLoughlin Loop travel west for Ashland Oregon Lodging at an Oregon Bed and Breakfast member inn.  With over 80 inns, The Guild makes it easy to explore Oregon, traveling through scenic and diverse landscapes and knowing a comfortable Bed and Breakfast awaits your arrival.

Get to know our State like a local.  Select a Bed and Breakfast from where to start and end your trip.  Experience romantic getaways, historic treasures, and tucked away rustic retreats. Whether your trip is for a quiet escape to a quaint rural or coastal town, for a World Class City experience or for a new spin on business travel, you can be assured of combining gracious hospitality with ambiance by staying at an inspected and approved Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member Inn.

Oak Hill Bed and Breakfast, Ashland, Oregon: "Inspired breakfasts, freshly ground coffee, and stimulating conversations in a garden setting with friendly travelers and theater goers. Our inviting living room with fireplace and library with comfy club chairs, phone, computer and printer allow for quiet and relaxing moments with a book or needed productivity."
 
Five quiet, individually decorated guest rooms with king and queen beds, baths en suite and individual thermostats in rooms. Air conditioned throughout for the warm days of summer and electric fireplaces to warm after a winter's day adventure.  A real treat is Pat's house-made soaps and spa products.

Ashland is a beautiful town and home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Southern Oregon University, Mt Ashland Ski Area and many fine restaurants and galleries.  Ashland, the Rogue Valley and neighboring Applegate Valley with their forests and lakes also have many wineries, biking, hiking, fishing and river rafting in the mountains of Southern Oregon.

Get to know our State like a local.  Select a Bed and Breakfast from where to start and end your trip.  Experience romantic getaways, historic treasures, and tucked away rustic retreats. Whether your trip is for a quiet escape to a quaint rural or coastal town, for a World Class City experience or for a new spin on business travel, you can be assured of combining gracious hospitality with ambiance by staying at an inspected and approved Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member Inn.

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The latest word from Vikki at Bybee's Historic Inn is complimentary transportation to/from the Britt Festival in Jacksonville, OR!  Join Vikki and Tina Marie at their authentic Oregon bed and breakfast for a night or two, or a week, while attending the Britt Festival!

Vikki writes:  The Classical Festival at the Britt has started and will continue through the month of August. 

Founded in 1963, the Britt Classical Festival features a professional orchestra of 90 musicians who come from all over the United States for a three-week stay in Southern Oregon. Internationally renowned guest artists such as Emanuel Ax, Pinchas Zukerman, Midori, Jean-Pierre Rampal, Christopher Parkening, Lynn Harrell, Samuel Ramey and Frederica von Stade join the orchestra each August to present a series of extraordinary concerts under a canopy of stars.
 
Prior to each concert, there are informal pre-concert conversations, in the lower garden area at 7 p.m. for those who want to learn a little more about the music and composers. The talks are hosted by Jefferson Public Radio, and often feature conversations with the guest artists, giving the listener a little added insight for in the concert.

Some evenings feature additional special events on the Britt hill such as a catered champagne picnic accompanied by live music.

Please check out the lineup at the Britt website  http://www.brittfest.org/performances  . There is nothing sweeter than classical music under the stars and the August weather is perfect for an evening outdoors.  As a guest of Bybee’s Historic Inn, we provide a free VIP shuttle to and from the Britt.

Ready for another authentic Oregon experience?  Learn the history of Jacksonville's Pioneer Cemetery, Section by Section, on a guided tour through this beautiful 150 year old treasure. On the Second Saturday of each month a different Section will be toured and discussed with background information on the religious or fraternal orders that make up the various Sections of the cemetery.  Meet some of the more interesting and colorful Pioneers who rest under the Madrones and hear about the contributions they made to the community.  Learn about Victorian Mourning Customs and cemetery symbolism as well as the different styles of headstones and monuments.

This type of tour may not be suitable for the very young.

Advance registration is not required.  Meet your Guides at the Sexton's Tool House, top of the cemetery road near the flag pole. Dress for the weather and be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes. 

After touring the cemetery come back to Bybee’s Historic Inn for a glass of wine while relaxing under the majestic trees or on one of the porches or patios of this 154 year old historic home.  There's a subtle, romantic side to visiting an historic cemetery.  Combine that with a stay at an historic Oregon bed and breakfast and you have the making for romantic weekend getaways.

A suggested donation of $5 goes to restoration and preservation projects in the cemetery. 

Wheelchair accessible by arrangement

For more information, call 541 826-9939 or email info@friendsjvillecemetery.org

When vacationing it’s nice not to have every single moment of your itinerary planned so you can enjoy some down time and truly relax.  At TouVelle House Bed & Breakfast in Jacksonville, Oregon, we know that and have created a wonderful retreat with lots of areas where guests can just “set a spell”.  This year we added a bocce court for another outdoor recreation option.  Bocce is an Italian bowling game with aspects of croquet and horse shoes that can be enjoyed regardless of your level of experience.  It is a great way to relax and enjoy the company of your traveling companion(s).

The court is surrounded by the spectacular front garden where the day lilies are ablaze.  For your comfort while playing, Tim’s father made handcrafted benches based on an antique we found several years ago.  The benches are comprised of two seats with a table in between which is a convenient spot to rest your beverage.  You might have trouble deciding where to relax - between the swimming pool loungers and hammock, rockers on the front porch, Adirondack chairs by the pond, and bouncy lawn chairs in the gazebo--there are so many places to enjoy a book, work on your tan, or just sit still in the shade and watch the world go by.

TouVelle House B&B is located in the National Historic Landmark town of Jacksonville in Southern Oregon and is just two blocks from all of the shopping and dining options and only 4 blocks from the fabulous Britt Festival – a summer long outdoor music festival featuring internationally known artists from all genres with a classical festival in August.

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Tim Balfour, Proprietor
TouVelle House Bed and Breakfast
Jacksonville, Oregon
Reservations: +1 (541) 899-8938

Anne Hathaway's Bed and Breakfast and Garden Suites offers the discriminating visitor to Ashland, Oregon, unique lodging choices and a variety of options that guarantee every guest an unparalleled experience in hospitality borne of old-fashioned common courtesy and leading-edge amenities.

Guests staying at Anne Hathaway's, Ashland, Oregon, and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival park their cars in the off-street lot and walk everywhere, it's just over 4 blocks to the theatre.  For your Ashland, Oregon lodging comfort there are king beds, queen beds, twin beds and even a trundle bed.  Nearly all the food served at Anne Hathaway's is organic and locally-grown.

In the main house, the bed and breakfast, you're treated to fresh flowers in every room and a sumptuous three course breakfast in the morning.  Enjoy the afternoon tea put out each afternoon at 4.   Amenities include air conditioning, WiFi, and healthy, hearty, organic meals.  Superb linens and occasional surprise breakfast visits from actors. "A unique experience," most guests say. "We’ve never been so pampered."

Guests who opt for a garden suite find tastefully-appointed spacious rooms with private entrances off decks overlooking the English garden.  A complimentary continental breakfast is provided for guests in the Garden Suites. I t is available from 8 to 10 each morning in the lounge.

For a unique bed and breakfast experience in Ashland, Oregon, choose Anne Hathaway's Bed and Breakfast and Garden Suites, a valued member of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild in Ashland, Oregon.
 

From the small community owned slopes of Ferguson Ridge Ski Area in Eastern Oregon to the slopes of Mt Ashland in the south, Oregon offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor winter recreation. Whether you are a skier, snowboarder or looking for backcountry trails for snowshowing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, Oregon has it all. And after your day's adventure, get pampered at an Oregon Bed and Breakfast member inn nearby.

The Innkeepers of Central and Eastern Oregon await your visit.  Mt. Bachelor is one of the Pacific Northwest’s largest ski areas. Only 20 minutes form Bend and Sisters, Mt. Bachelor offers world class skiing and snowboarding from November through May. Famous for its deep, dry powder and with 3,683 acres of terrain served by a network of ten lifts, seven of which are high speed quads, there’s room for every interest and ability. Ferguson Ridge is a community owned ski area located just 9 miles outside Joseph, Oregon.  With the highest base elevation of any ski area in the state (7,100 feet) and located in the Elkhorn Ridge of the Blue Mountains, Anthony Lakes has the recipe for light, dry snow. 

In the Cascades the ski areas in the Mt Hood National Forest provide downhill skiing and snowboarding, hiking, and cross country skiing. Mt Hood Meadows is the largest ski resort on Mt. Hood and  Timberline Ski Resort is the only ski area in North America that's open 12 months of the year with up to 3,590 vertical feet.  Just about an hour from Portland and minutes from Hood River let the innkeepers in these regions provide a warm respite after your day in the crisp outdoors.

Community owned Mt. Ashland, the highest mountain in Southern Oregon’s Siskiyou range, is one of the only slopes in the nation where skiers can carve graceful turns during the day and enjoy clever turns of phrase at night. It’s located just 30 minutes from Ashland, where après ski options include a vibrant arts community, superb restaurants and unique bed and breakfasts of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild.

From Mt. Ashland’s 7,533-foot summit, skiers and snowboarders ride a drop of 1,150 vertical feet. There is a remarkable terrain park, and the four chairlifts provide access to 23 trails as well as to open bowl skiing. The mountain’s 200 acres of skiing offer a number of challenging runs, including Ado and Balcony, leading locals to brag: If you can ski Ashland, you can ski anywhere.  Crater Lake has the best Cross Country views along rim road and you can snowshoe the rim on free Ranger guided snowshoe hikes!

So there you have it.  The ski and snow adventure options are plentiful as are the inns of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild.

• Matcha - especially nice on eggs, and it has a dramatic color. 
• Smoked paprika - Pimenton de la Vera -  gives a smoky, powerful, earthy blast of flavor to potatoes, risotto, and grilled meats
• Porcini - earthy umami flavor that enhances eggs, pasta, risotto, and grilled meats and vegetables
• Toasted fennel - one of my favorites - adds a toasty, spicy depth to meats, rice, pasta and especially potatoes
• Citrus - zest any combination of citrus and let that zest dry for a few hours before mixing with the salt.  Brightens fish, salads, sliced tomatoes.
• Lavender - pulse culinary lavender buds first, then mix with salt - used sparingly, adds depth to most vegetables, especially tomatoes.