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Contrary to popular belief, B&Bs are not only for couples on a romantic getaway. Many inns accommodate and even cater directly to families with activities you won't find at your standard hotel. Learn how to horseback ride or earn your keep working on the farm, bottle feeding baby animals. From outdoor activities like hiking and swimming to kids camps, working farms, spa treatments and golf, there's something for everyone in the family at a bed and breakfast inn. To find tips on traveling with family, family specials and packages and family friendly B&Bs, please visit www.BnBFinder.com/FamilyTravel.
1. Weatherbury Farm Vacation, Avella, Pennsylvania It’s the 21st century and Grandma no longer lives on the family farm. But if you’ve been thinking about what that was like, visit Weatherbury Farm where families can get together and learn what its like to live on a working farm. Many children enjoy helping “Farmer Dale” with morning chores while their parents relax over breakfast. Whether you want a busy vacation filled with hiking and boating or a relaxing getaway filled with poolside naps or picnicking on the grounds, Weatherbury Farm is the perfect destination for everyone in the family! Families staying for 2 nights or more are invited to participate in the “Official Weatherbury Farm Kid” program. Each family will receive a packet about farming and every child is invited to earn the "Official Weatherbury Farm Kid" designation. Younger children will do chores and complete a picture worksheet; older children will have fun doing chores and will learn about farming using a "Farm Workbook." The program is included with the cost of a 2-night stay. (Through 12/31/2009). 2. The Lost Whale Inn & Spa, Trinidad, California The Lost Whale Inn is perfect for the whole family! Located near the ocean and the famous California Redwoods, there is plenty to do at the inn and its surrounding area. There is a private 2 mile trail that connects the inn to beaches and tide pools and depending on the time of day and season, you are bound to see se
3. The Mountain Top Inn and Resort, Chittenden, Vermont The Mountain Top Inn and Resort is the perfect place to bring the whole family. Activities include ice skating, cross country skiing and horse-drawn sleigh rides in the winter months or horseback riding sw imming and a summer camp in the summer. While the kids are away swimming, horseback riding, and playing games on the lawn for the day, parents are able to spend a relaxing day on the beach or go on a leisurely horseback ride together knowing that the kids are safe. Typically, the children’s camp is offered for one day when you book a three-day package. However, most parents find that after the first day, their children are begging to go back again! Winter Family Wonderland Package (Through 3/31/2008): Bring the family to play in the snow and enjoy a 3 night (or more) package, starting at $1095 for quad occupancy and includes three nights in a classic lodge room or one bedroom mountain cabin, a magical horse-drawn sleigh ride, a one-hour family cross-country ski lesson (including equipment rentals) and, of course, a delicious breakfast served each morning. 4. The Elephant's Nest Bed & Breakfast, Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada Children are always welcome at the Elephant’s Nest! Children under 3 stay free and there are many activities for children on premises. Located lakeside and on Nova Scotia’s
5. Wildflower Inn, Lyndonville, Vermont The innkeepers and staff at the Wildflower Inn work very hard to bring a balance of adult and child-friendly activities so that no one will feel left out. The family vacation package typically includes discounted lodging and activities such as skiing and canoeing that the whole family can enjoy. Younger children are also can take part in the “Butterflies, Tots and Forget-me-nots” program that provides a chance for the children to play games and to participate in art projects. The program package includes 5 nights lodging, meals (including snacks), morning and evening programs for the kids and adult activities for the parents. 6. Mountain Laurel Inn, Mentone, Alabama Children are always welcome at the Mountain Laurel. It is a great place to stay for a few days before or after picking the kids up from nearby summer camps as well (Space Camp is only 2 hours away!) There are many activities that can be enjoyed together as well, including hiking, exploring the Indian Caves of Little River Canyon, and hiking at Desoto Falls state Park. Your innkeepers would be more than happy to provide you with a list of things to do within 20 minutes, 45 minutes and an hour away. 7. Greenlake Guest House, Seattle, Washington Families with children (age 4 through high school) are welcome to stay in the family-friendly Greenlake Suite. Upon arrival, you'll receive a "welcome basket" filled with age appropriate toys and videos to use during your stay. The guest refrigerator is stocked with water and sodas. Green Lake Park is right across the street and has a playground, bike and roller blade rentals, paddle boats and canoes, a swimming beach wit
8. River Walk Inn Bed and Breakfast, Eugene, Oregon Families are frequent guests at the River walk Inn. Although it is not child-proof, the innkeepers love to have children at their inn; they just ask that parents supervise their children. Children will also love the neighborhood park next door to the inn that has a small playground and tennis and basketball courts. There are also larger parks along the river that are just a short distance away. There are many walking and bike paths along the river to enjoy, and the inn is close to downtown Eugene which is perfect for shopping and dining. 9. Adobe Grand Villas, Sedona, Arizona To make the whole family more comfortable, the Adobe Grand Villas offers rooms that have a Murphy bed in addition to the king-sized bed so that the children and the parents can be comfortable. There are also cribs available upon request. Spend the day exploring beautiful Sedona, or simply enjoy the “beach” pool that has a sloped entrance so that smaller children can play in the shallow end a little bit more safely. 10. Alaska House of Jade, Anchorage, Alaska Created with the family in mind, the Alaska House of Jade has equipped each room with multiple beds to make it more economical for families to go away. Make this B&B your home away from home, while having beautiful Anchorage at your fingertips. Explore the Alaska Native Heritage Center, and meet Alaskan artisans, located just minutes away from the House of Jade. Your innkeeper would be more than happy to suggest different day trips and sight seeing activities that the whole family can enjoy. |
