The Willamette Valley, Oregon's largest AVA (American Vitaculture Area), stretches 150 miles from Portland, Oregon. to south of Salem and consists of six sub-appellations. 200 wineries and 10,000 acres of quality Oregon wine grapes. The rich, diverse soil and relatively mild climate make for ideal grape growing conditions. All this combined with warm summer days and cool nights allows the wine grapes to develop their flavor and complexity.
Being "stewards of the land", a large percentage of Oregon's winemakers are certified as sustainable, organic, or biodynamic. Sustainability is both a priority and lifestyle even for those not certified.
The Willamette Valley region there has numerous Oregon Bed and Breakfast inns, unique amongst themselves yet each providing the consistent high standards of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild. Oregon Wine Country Lodging is a place where visitors can visit the wineries and find great shopping, fine dining and lively art communities. During the summer months roadside farm stands and farmers markets appear all through the Valley. Other outdoor adventures include birdwatching, hiking, and nearly 40 public golf courses!
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.
Visit the Willamette Valley in Oregon and experience fine Oregon Wine Country Lodging at the member inns of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild. Salut!
Book your room, pack your binoculars and set out on your bird watching adventure to Oregon! The state's diverse and spectacular landscape provide varied habitats ranging from sandy beaches to verdant forests, from desert playas to alpine meadows. More than 500 species of birds call Oregon home year round or migrate through, sometimes stopping to nest.
The Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild has 65 quality assured inns scattered throughout the state, each near a unique birding opportunity. Our innkeepers know the most favorable viewing areas and after providing a comfy bed, hearty breakfast and useful information, will send you off on an extraordinary birding adventure. The Guild recognizes this popular activity and has dedicated a page to Birdwatching that includes inns where innkeepers can share the best observation sites and what you might expect to see.
Watch surfbirds and black oystercatchers scramble over rocky headlands along the Oregon Coast. Explore the alpine meadows, picturesque lakes, mountain streams, and dense conifer forests of the Cascades in search of Lewis's woodpecker and Clark's nutcracker. Listen to the song of hermit warblers among majestic pines framing the snowy volcanic peaks. Mt. Jefferson, Oregon's second highest peak, is bordered by dry sagebrush and juniper flats and dense forested corridors. Harlequin Duck reaches it highest density here and the high mountain lakes host typically east-side species. You'll find bird-rich riparian zones along major rivers like the Metolius and Deschutes.
The murmur of thousands of snow geese will mesmerize as they settle to rest in the tule marshes of the Klamath Basin and Malheur National Wildlife Refuge. Smell blooming sage as the song of Brewer's sparrows fills the warm evening air in the high deserts Central Oregon. Salem, Oregon's state capital, is a leader in urban forestry, with tree-lined streets and 40 city parks and is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley alongside the Willamette River so no wonder there are many birding sites in it's backyard.
Supporting one of the highest concentrations of breeding hawks and eagles in North America, the Zumwalt Prairie in Eastern Oregon, is also home to falcons making this a haven for birds of prey and 17 species of grassland songbirds. The nearby Wallowa Lake has a wide variation in habitat and terrain drawing a large number of species.
When your journey ends, your bags are unpacked, and you're scrolling through your vacation photos you will reminisce on memories of great accommodations, food, conversation and of course birding in Oregon.
You don't want to kick yourself later. Visit Oregon Today!
Our innkeepers are so very talented and creative. Not only do they provide unique bed and breakfast accommodations, delightful breakfasts and all the amenities to present a unique lodging experience, we also spend time exploring our regions so as to have the very best local information for our guests. Where to watch the best sunset, see a magnificent waterfall, the best stroll on the beach or hike in our forest. We've been here and done that! That's what makes staying at a member inn of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild the perfect getaway. Whether it be only for a night or an extended weekend.
This video was created by Diane Emineth, Innkeeper of the Sandlake Country Inn, to be shared with her guests and with her permission, to all of you. Located just 10 minutes north of Pacific City, is this secret hideaway nestled on the scenic Oregon coast. The historic farmhouse built from shipwrecked bridge timbers in 1894, is located in a country setting approximately 1 mile from the Pacific Ocean coastline.
Spring in the Columbia River Gorge is amazing and what better way to enjoy the spectacular scenery and the unique wines of the federally designated grape-growing region of the Columbia Gorge Appellation than to join us for Passport to Wine, April 12-14, 2013
This is an exciting opportunity to sample the best that the Columbia Gorge Winegrowers have to offer. Passport holders will be entitled to a variety of benefits, including special reserve tastings, wine discounts, case discounts and more.
"Nestled within and just beyond the stunning beauty of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area sits a wine region like not other. Tour our wineries, relax in our casual tasting rooms and discover A World of Wine in 40 Miles."
Passports are still available for $15 and can be purchased on-line, at Gorge area wineries, and at select Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild Inns.
The Columbia Gorge Winegrowers and our Hood River Oregon Innkeepers ask you to taste responsibly and please, "Do not Drink and Drive". Instead contact Martin's Gorge Tours and book your Passport To Wine winery tour.
In the Hood River Valley 15,000+ acres pears, apples, cherries and other fruit, will burst into blossom this month. It is a true sign of sping as we dust the snow off our back steps.
Blossom Festival celebrates the arrival of spring with a full plate of events from BBQs, to arts and craft shows, to antique sales.
You won't want to miss the Blossom Fest Quilt Show with some 80-100 beautiful handmade quilts will be on display, many for sale. Another can't miss event is the Dessert Party at the Apple Valley Country Store. A variety of desserts, jams and jellies, all made with fresh local fruit, will be available.
Start your day at one of the many Oregon Bed and Breakfasts near Mt. Hood and the Columbia Gorge with a breakfast prepared from fresh local products. Ginger baked pears, fresh Blueberry Scones, Apple Quiche, we're talking Northwest Culinary breakfasts!
With Nine Unique Inns in OBBG's Mt Hood Region to choose from this will only be one of the hard choices you'll face on a weekend of events for all the senses.
Take the scenic 35 mile Fruit Loopthrough the valley's orchards, forests, farmlands, and friendly communities.
Just want to sit back and relax? The Mt Hood Railroad travels through thousands of acres of orchards in blossom and has a layover in Parkdale and the Art and Music Festival. Enjoy live music and art in the park while taking in stunning views of Mt. Hood.
Visit us in the Hood River Valley at an Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member inn and prove to yourself that spring has definitely arrived!!
It's that time of year again. Time to start planning that Oregon Road Trip. Oregon has more designated scenic byways and tour routes than any other state. The Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild is the only State B&B Association and a welcoming inn awaits you as you travel the backroads. I am presenting a series of blogs to assist you in creating create amazing getaways and tours in Oregon. Thanks Travel Oregon and the Oregon Department of Transportation for sharing this information.
'A Mile-Deep Gorge and Two-Mile-High Mountains. Oregon's northeast corner has always been wild and untamed. From the unfathomable depths of Hells Canyon to the 10,000-foot peaks of the Wallowas, much of it remains inaccessible. The middle of this incredible drive is usually closed by snow from October through May. And it has just reopened after a damaging mudslide. Wild and untamed as ever.'
Tucked away in Northeastern Oregon, the towns of Joseph and Enterprise are premier small towns for art and culture and are home to member inns of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild, art galleries, unique shops and interesting restaurants.
Winter and spring guests will enjoy unencumbered snowmobiling, snowshoeing and backcountry skiing opportunities. But if it's the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway you'd like to travel now's the time to start planning your summer trip. A reminder: The center section of the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway is seasonal - it usually closes in early November and doesn't open again until May or June depending on the snowpack. If you're plannind to drive thie entire Byway, check in with the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Office at (541)426-4978 or 426-5546 or by visiting their website.
Get to know our State like a local. 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.
The Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild offers a wide variety of bed and breakfast accommodations. You can rest assured that all member inns meet or exceed the Guild’s standards and inspection criteria.
And just as our inns are unique so are the innkeepers who are there to make your b&b experience one to remember. They can provide a wealth of information about regional points of interest, activities, and events. They are eager to assist you with intinerary planning, shopping and dining suggestions, which area attractions to visit.
One of the benefits of being an active member on our board is having the opportunity to visit so many of our inns. I have visited over 50 and I continue to be amazed at the quality and of our member inns. Not to toot our own horn, but darn, we are Good!!
We live in our regions. We eat in our restaurants. We hike and bike our forests and trails. Get to know our State like a local. 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.
We have three plum trees in the gardens of the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast, an alternative to a Hood River Oregon hotel. The harvest has been Oregon Bounty style and the trees are loaded with fruit. We've been making cakes and pastries as they come off the tree for the couple of weeks. This Upside Down Cake has been well received by our guests at the breakfast table of the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast, a member of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild.
Old Parkdale Inn Plum Upside Down Buttermilk Cake
Place 1/4 cup butter in 8" round baking pan and place in an oven preheating to 400º until melted. While it heats prepare about 10 plums by slicing them into wedges, getting about 8-10 wedges per plum. When the butter has melted swirl it around the pan. I use a pastry brush to make sure the sides are buttered too. Add 1/2 cup brown sugar, mix it well into the butter then arrange the plum wedges in rays around the pan.
Buttermilk Cake Batter: 1 cup flour ½ tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda ¼ tsp salt ½ stick of butter, softened ¾ cup sugar ½ cup buttermilk 1 egg ½ tsp vanilla extract
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, and set aside. In another bowl, cream the butter and ¾ cup of sugar together, then add the vanilla extract, egg and buttermilk and whisk till smooth. Add to flour mixture. Stir until just combined. Scrape the buttermilk cake batter onto the plum slices and smooth. Bake for around 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
Cool for 5 minutes, then carefully invert onto serving platter. We've been serving this Oregon Culinary Delight slightly warm with a dab of Greek yogurt and some sliced fresh plums as garnish
The Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast is mid way between Hood River, the Columbia River Gorge and Mt Hood and is a unique inn of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild. The inn, with Pacific Northwest decor, is at the foot of majestic Mt. Hood in the bountiful Hood River Valley, Parkdale, Oregon. The perfect base for outdoor adventure or a quiet retreat.
Pioneer hospitality and an Oregon horse ranch vacation near John Day, Oregon, await you at Wilson Ranches Retreat Bed and Breakfast. Immerse yourself in a peaceful ranch environment rich in history and love on a 9,000 acre working cattle and hay ranch in the beautiful Butte Creek Valley, three miles west of the small town of Fossil, Oregon.
Relax and rejuvenate in the pristine ranch style guest rooms. Stunning sunsets, brilliant star-studded nights and the diverse flora and fauna of Central Oregon will captivate you.
Wilson Ranches Retreat, a unique Bed and Breakfast member of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild, is an exceptional place to headquarter your exploration of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, where you will discover the richest find of prehistoric fossils in the world. Wheeler County, Oregon is a spectacular destination for rafting and world-class bass fishing on the John Day River. Fossil, Oregon is truly an untouched part of Eastern Oregon history.
Get to know our State like a local. Experience romantic getaways, historic treasures, and tucked away rustic retreats. Whether your trip is for a quiet escape to a quaint rural 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.
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!
Whatever your pleasure—romantic getaway, playing hookey from work, change of pace, touring Oregon's Wine Country or even a quiet weekend just for you, you can find it at the Kelty Estate Bed and Breakfast.
An inspected and approved inn of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild, Kelty Estate is located in one of Oregon's many wine country regions and is just 48 miles from Portland, 60 miles from beautiful beaches at Lincoln City or zero miles from the most relaxing holiday you have ever enjoyed.
Built in 1872 in historic Lafayette, Oregon, the Kelty Estate B&B is located in the McMinnville area and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The proud, white house with green trim is surrounded by lawns, gardens and two hundred year old native trees. Painstaking restoration has left the interior with a new feeling, while graceful architectural details and selected antiques recall another era.
Enjoy a 3-course, gourmet breakfast made from fresh, locally grown ingredients. You can enjoy local wine in the afternoon, a fireplace and player piano in the parlor, the pond, wishing well and beautiful landscaping. Book our limo for your wine tour.
After a day of touring the backroads of the Willamette Valley return to this 5 room inn and enjoy omplimentary wine and cheese, take a nap and then go out to dinner in one of the fine local restaurants and enjoy the fare followed by a wonderful rest in one of our fantastic rooms.
From the Coast, Portland, Mount Hood and The Gorge, Willamette Valley, Southern Oregon to the Rogue River Valley or Central Oregon to the High desert of the East the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild offers unique and comfortable accommodations.
Get to know our State like a local; stay with one of our near 100 hosts in any one of our many regions. 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.
Long Hollow Ranch, a unique ranch stay in of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild, offers an at home atmosphere perfect for every season of the year. Join us for Bed & Breakfast during fall, winter or spring. Off season weather can be unpredictable and capricious, so outdoor activities may be limited, but the ranch houses are quiet and comfortable - A Perfect Getaway!
Whether you are planning a simple birthday dinner for a family member or a week long retreat for the team, small groups and events are always welcome.
Your day starts with a delicious and satisfying hot Oregon slow food style breakfast, a culinary treat. Hot and cold beverages are available and guests have access to a refrigerator and microwave.
Most Long Hollow Ranch buildings date back to the early twentieth century. During their stay at this historic Ranch guests can enjoy the outdoor hot tub, sit in the shade on the wrap around porch, enjoy drinks on the patio or play a variety of yard games. Inside the Ranch House, guests enjoy table games, reading, playing the piano or just having good conversation in the public living and dining room areas.
Plan a romantic weekend getaway or a spectacular Oregon Bed and Breakfast Ranch vacation experience in Oregon's Central High Desert.
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.
Wilson Ranches Retreat is Celebrating 12 Years and 4 Generations
Wilson Ranches Retreat Bed & Breakfast celebrated their 12th Anniversary on March 12, 2012. Thank you for twelve years of extraordinary memories and for being an amazing extended family! They've created an amazing Oregon Geotourism adventure in Central Oregon.
Your hosts, Phil and Nancy Wilson's families homesteaded in Wheeler and Gilliam Counties over 100 years ago after traveling the Oregon Trail in the 1800's. Four generations, from 6 to 98, participate in the daily ranch operations. Grandpa Morris and Grandma Viola are frequently driving their Chevy S10 to flag for cattel drives and join the picnics at branding. Calving season is in full swing with the first having been born February 4th. This is Phil's favorite time of year watching 'new lives' begin and the hill turning green.
Although the ranch has been running for over 100 years the Wilson's opened the farmhouse to B&B guests 12 years ago. Breakfast with the Wilson’s is about much more than just good food and nourishment, it is truly a unique dining experience. Phil and Nancy sit down with the guests and share about ranch life, local history, and the funny and serious sides of rural living. Whatever the topic at the breakfast table, expect the conversation to be intelligent, informed and often humorous. You are likely to have a large helping of fun and laughter with Phil’s stories
Let your inner Cowboy or Cowgirl out! Visit Wilson Ranches Retreat for an authentic Ranch experience. Not the riding type? Not a problem. Sit under the cottonwoods, sipping lemonade while the rest of your party is out 'working'! But you might want to join in. There may be an inner cowhand you've never even met!
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.
High Desert Museum, in Bend, Oregon, is nationally acclaimed and is dedicated to broadening the understanding of the High Desert's wildlife, culture, art and natural resources.
At daily shows and demonstrations, wildlife experts will help you learn about the Museum's more than 100 wildlife creatures -- from porcupines, golden eagles and owls, to bats, lizards, snakes and spiders. In the Birds of Prey Center you will have a rare opportunity to get a close-up look at some of nature's fiercest predators - owls, hawks and eagles.
Kam Wah Chung Museum. in John Day, Oregon, is a must-see for anyone with an interest in Oregon history. This structure was built as a trading post on The Dalles Military Road in the mid-1800's. Chinese businessman Lung On and herbal doctor Ing Hay worked out of this building. Dr. Hay administered care to the Chinese gold-mine workers, pioneers, and others from the John Day area and beyond by using traditional Chinese remedies. Built to preserve the legacy of the Chinese workforce in Oregon, the museum contains artifacts and displays that share some of the trials of everyday life of these people. The museum is open seven days a week, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Call (541) 575-2800 or (800) 551-6949 for more information.
They walked for 2,000 miles...men, women, and children by the tens of thousands. The story of this journey comes alive today through the life-size exhibits at the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, Baker City. The museum offers living history demonstrations, interpretive programs, exhibits, multi-media presentations, special events, and more than four miles of interpretive trails.Let the innkeepers of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild share their knowledge of these unique museums and many other natural attractions in the beautiful and vast expanse of Eastern 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.
Are you a character? Or would you like spend the evening with a character or two? Bybee's Historic Inn, an authentic Oregon bed and breakfast just outside of Jacksonville, OR, is offering that opportunity in January 2012.
Vikki Lynn, innkeeper from Bybee's Historic Inn, offers the following:
Local Historic Characters of the 1800’s come alive.
Join us for a truly unique initmate dining experience featuring a menu paired with wine or Dry Soda!
Enjoy local historic characters that 'come alive' sharing their lives as it was in the 1800's while being captivated by a demonstration of how whiskey was made in a log still.
LODGING & DINNER:Luxurious room, dinner and gourmet breakfast for two. $210.00 - 235.00 (depending on room choice). To help us preserve the integrity of our vintage wood floors we ask that you please do not wear "high heels"on the porches or inside the home. Thank You!
Nothing like a little bit o' down home on the farm culinary tourism. Hope to see you at Bybee's. No word about sampling from the still, but who knows what a character might do!
5th annual Food & Wine Classic celebrates Ashland’s amazing restaurants, talented chefs, and Oregon’s bounty, Southern Oregon style. The event kicks off on Friday, November 4th with a Meet the Chefs party and the Downtown Wine Crawl. Join us as Chandra Corwin of Cucina Biazzi, Ashland’s 2010 Top Chef, defends her title against seven others in the Chef Showdown Saturday and Sunday starting at Noon. Sample over 30 vendors and experience wine, farm and food workshops.
You have many Ashland Oregon Lodging options and we suggest choosing an inn of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild. The Guild has 6 unique inns to choose from when visiting Southern Oregon and Ashland all sharing their passion for true Northwest Culinary dining. Create a memorable weekend, select a unique and quality inspected bed and breakfast and maybe even enjoy the Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s closing weekend by seeing a play.
There's a quirky little town on the Oregon side of the Columbia River, a half-hour drive north of Portland, that is trying to discover itself. St Helens Oregon has already been discovered by Hollywood, for one. Recently numerous scenes from "Twilight" were filmed here and each October Olde Towne recreated in the manner of the popular 1998 Disney movie, "Halloweentown".
Dozens of fishing boats might be waiting in the harbor for the tide to turn and the salmon to run. The local brewery, "Captured by Porches" is lodged behind the Plantation House and Captain Jack's karaoke bar in the heart of Olde Town, along with shops and restaurants and the Columbia Theatre. Sailors and kayakers with rentals from Scappoose Bay Kayaking, enjoy the calm waters of the narrow channel and farther out, oceangoing freighters and container ships traveled the main Columbia channel. The front steps of the 1905 Columbia County Courthouse — located immediately north of Columbia View Park — look out upon Plaza Square, which extends between Strand and First streets.
A delightful Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member inn, The Nob Hill Riverview B&B, sits on a hilltop overlooking Olde Town and features a wonderful view of Mount St. Helen. The perfect place to relax and unwind. From the moment you step inside you will find that the Inn is elegantly appointed and restored for your comfort. You will feel pampered after a restful night's sleep and awake to the inviting aroma of homemade organic food being prepared for your breakfast. A true Northwest Culinary treat for that romantic getaway and a unique inn of the Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild.
Villa Columbia Bed and Breakfast in Hood River, Oregon, was recently featured on Mike's Road Trip. In the same class as the Columbia River Gorge hotels (really more in the boutique hotel category), Villa Columbia B&B gives you good access to the scenic Columbia Gorge year round and access to Mt. Hood in the winter for skiing.
Breakfast at the Villa Columbia is scrumptious and served in thee-courses. Local ingredients are often used to create a unique experience that reminded me of being in Europe. Each morning of my stay I enjoyed a fresh fruit berry parfait with vanilla yogurt. Some of the other items/dished included:
Whole wheat blueberry scone
Ham & cheese breakfast calzone
Twice baked croissant with cherry compote and chicken sausage
Spinach quiche with sliced cantaloupe accompanied with sausage in puff pastry
Throughout the day refreshments are available, from stocked mini-fridges with soda and water, to cookies, fruit (like a fresh bowl of cherries while I was there) and a number of candy dishes…all the comforts of home.
Mike also provides an excellent short video with views of the inn, the guestrooms and the area, plus a photo album of the inn. Visit his blog to see it all. And while you're at it, take a look at the rest of Mike's Road Trip--what an interesting fellow and an interesting mission!
Set among the rolling hills of Yamhill County, Abbey Road Farm B&B lies in the very heart of Oregon's Wine Country. Currently, some 18 wineries call our little town of Carlton home and these are just a fraction of the more than 200 that are within a half hour's drive time from the farm centrally located in the Willamette Valley.
The B & B is located on an 82 acre working farm in the middle of Yamhill County's wine country. After purchasing the farm in March of 2003 the Stuart's needed to create a plan of action and decide what their "crops" would actually be. The property came with 2 acres of Queen Anne Cherries, a delicious variety used principally in the making of maraschinos, so that choice was simple. Next, with 60 acres of open ground it seemed appropriate to consider a low maintenance perennial like fescue grass. Today, grass seed has become Oregon's primary field crop. The side benefit is that they now have what amounts to a huge lawn! Their third "crop" would be dairy goats.
In January of 2005 they initiated the process of converting the old grain silos on the property into the unique Abbey Road Farm Bed & Breakfast "Silo Suites". Each room has a spectacular view of the valley, wetlands, pastures and/or gardens. And although this is a working farm, the accommodations are more like what one would find at a resort.
The Stuart's had a desire to build a Bed & Breakfast as a place that they themselves would want to visit. Hence, the fabulous views, a location in the country yet accessible to nearby cities, and a place surrounded by nature and featuring nothing but the freshest food.
Get to know our State like a local; stay with one of our near 100 hosts in any one of our many regions. 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.
Oregon-based Stash Tea Company just announced its deal for a free night stay at a bed and breakfast when you purchase the Stash Tea Guide to Bed & Breakfast Inns. You can find more details at the Stash Tea website. The offer allows for one free night at a participating B&B when combined with the purchase of a second consecutive night. The offer ends June 2013.
Here in Oregon, seven Oregon bed and breakfasts who are also members of the Oregon Bed & Breakfast Guild are participating in this national promotion.
Here's our take on the situation: Wouldn't you rather stay at a bed and breakfast that's not only participating in Stash Tea's promotion but also is an inspected and approved inn? We think so! Here are our recommendations and any restrictions as established by the inn:
Yamhill Vineyards Bed and Breakfast in Yamhill (valid June - November Monday-Wednesday only or December - May anytime, special events and holidays excluded)
Willamette Valley lodging:
C'est la Vie Inn in Eugene (valid Sunday to Thursday during 12/4/2011 to 4/26/2012 or 12/2/2012 to 4/25/2013);
Just click on the inn's name to view their Oregon Bed & Breakfast Guild listing and continue on to the inn's website.
What a great way to explore Oregon, stay in some unique inns and have an authentic Oregon experience all at once--while saving the cost of one night's stay. Thank you Stash and thank you Oregon bed and breakfasts!
wine grapes. The rich, diverse soil and relatively mild climate make for ideal grape growing conditions. All this combined with warm summer days and cool nights allows the wine grapes to develop their flavor and complexity.
Watch surfbirds and black oystercatchers scramble over rocky headlands along the Oregon Coast. Explore the alpine meadows, picturesque lakes, mountain streams, and dense conifer forests of the Cascades in search of Lewis's woodpecker and Clark's nutcracker. Listen to the song of hermit warblers among majestic pines framing the snowy volcanic peaks. Mt. Jefferson, Oregon's second highest peak, is bordered by dry sagebrush and juniper flats and dense forested corridors. Harlequin Duck reaches it highest density here and the high mountain lakes host typically east-side species. You'll find bird-rich riparian zones along major rivers like the Metolius and Deschutes.
In the Hood River Valley 15,000+ acres pears, apples, cherries and other fruit, will burst into blossom this month. It is a true sign of sping as we dust the snow off our back steps. 
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After a day of touring the backroads of the Willamette Valley return to this 5 room inn and enjoy omplimentary wine and cheese, take a nap and then go out to dinner in one of the fine local restaurants and enjoy the fare followed by a wonderful rest in one of our fantastic rooms.
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Most Long Hollow Ranch buildings date back to the early twentieth century. During their stay at this historic Ranch guests can enjoy the outdoor hot tub, sit in the shade on the wrap around porch, enjoy drinks on the patio or play a variety of yard games. Inside the Ranch House, guests enjoy table games, reading, playing the piano or just having good conversation in the public living and dining room areas.
At daily shows and demonstrations, wildlife experts will help you learn about the Museum's more than 100 wildlife creatures -- from porcupines, golden eagles and owls, to bats, lizards, snakes and spiders. In the Birds of Prey Center you will have a rare opportunity to get a close-up look at some of nature's fiercest predators - owls, hawks and eagles.
There's a quirky little town on the Oregon side of the Columbia River, a half-hour drive north of Portland, that is trying to discover itself. St Helens Oregon has already been discovered by Hollywood, for one. Recently numerous scenes from "Twilight" were filmed here and each October Olde Towne recreated in the manner of the popular 1998 Disney movie, "Halloweentown".
A delightful Oregon Bed and Breakfast Guild member inn, 
Villa Columbia Bed and Breakfast
Set among the rolling hills of Yamhill County, 
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