FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE 12/17/03

Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado
P.O. Box 38416, Colorado Springs, CO 80937
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Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers of Colorado (www.innsofcolorado.org) in an ongoing effort to highlight the many regional efforts of our BBIC State Members, are happy to announce….

 

BBIC Presents

Jumbled Pillows for the New 2004

A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC - The Western Slope Chamber Music Series for this season is phenomenal!  And so is our special offering of a night out.  For $150 per couple the Bross Hotel is offering two concert tickets, a $50 gift certificate for dinner, a night at our historic hotel, and breakfast.  So, look at the following schedule and make your reservations early. Dates: January 10 – May 15, 2004. Cost: $150 per couple, includes two concert tickets, $50 gift certificate for dinner, one night stay at Bross Hotel, and breakfast. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org


Jan. 10 - 7:30 p.m.   John Walz, cello
Feb. 7  - 7:30 p.m.   One Piano-Four Hands
      Renato Premezi-Michael Baron Piano Duo 
Mar. 13 - 7:30 p.m.  James Smith, guitar
Apr. 25 - 3:00 p.m.  Dan Lochrie, clarinet
May 15 - 7:30 p.m.  Greg Cross, tenor from the
Metropolitan Opera

Bross Hotel (Linda Lentz)
Address: 312 Onarga Ave., PO Box 85, Paonia, CO 81428
URL: http://www.paonia-inn.com
E-Mail: brosshotel@paonia.com
Local: 970-527-6776

ROMANTIC WINTER INTERLUDE FOR TWO - Winter is a great time for romance - particularly in a cozy Victorian hotel dating to 1906.  Just picture yourself snuggling under one of our handmade quilts with that special person by your side.  It’ll be a night to remember for only $150.  Cost includes:  1 night in room of your choice, 1 gourmet breakfast buffet, $50 gift certificate for dinner in a fine dining establishment, fresh flowers, fudge. Deluxe Winter Interlude - $299 - 2 nights in room of your choice, 2 gourmet breakfasts, 2 full-body massages, $50 gift certificate for dinner in a fine dining establishment, fresh flowers. Dates: Dec 1, 2003 - May 15, 2004. Cost: $150 for Winter Interlude Package. $299 for Deluxe Winter Interlude Package. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org

Bross Hotel (Linda Lentz)
Address: 312 Onarga Ave., PO Box 85, Paonia, CO 81428
URL: http://www.paonia-inn.com
E-Mail: brosshotel@paonia.com
Local: 970-527-6776

MURDER MYSTERY NIGHTS! In Bross Hotel murder mysteries everyone has a motive for murder while helping to identify who-dun-it.  And, everyone has a role, which they'll receive about 10 days before the event.  This gives you time to put together your costume and learn the facts about your character so you can truthfully respond to the questions you'll get from the other participants.

The schedule for 2004 is as follows:

Feb. 14 - L'Amour, LeMurder - (1872) Paris
Mar. 13 - The Maltese Falcon Sets Sail - (1941)
Apr. 17 - A Killing Way Down South - (1859) Charleston
May 8 - Death of a Renaissance Man - (1452) Florence

Dates: Reservations are due one month in advance of each event. Cost:  $200 (plus tax) per couple, $125 (plus tax) for a single or $65 (plus tax) per person without bed and breakfast.  Participants Receive:  Each participant will receive a role in the murder mystery.  The event takes place over the course of the evening and includes a pre-dinner social hour and a dinner that complements the theme/setting of the mystery.  And, after the mystery is solved, you can enjoy a night at the historic Bross Hotel and a gourmet breakfast. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org

Bross Hotel (Linda Lentz)
Address: 312 Onarga Ave., PO Box 85, Paonia, CO 81428
URL: http://www.paonia-inn.com
E-Mail: brosshotel@paonia.com
Local: 970-527-6776

 

HOLDEN HOUSE 1902 BED & BREAKFAST INN IN COLORADO SPRINGS RECEIVES HISTORIC PRESERVATION ACCOLADES! On October 23, 2003, the Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn, owned by Sallie and Welling Clark, was presented with an Award of Excellence from the Historic Preservation Alliance (HPA) of Colorado Springs. The well-attended evening ceremony took place on the Colorado College Campus at Bemis Hall. Only two historical properties were chosen for the Historic Preservation and Restoration category, the Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn and Clark residence, and the Hibbard Building.

HPA President Joyce Stivers stated at the presentation, "While the restoration of a single structure is difficult enough, this couple chose to restore three neighboring properties for use as a Bed and Breakfast Inn and a family residence. This was a labor of love. Both the interior and exterior restoration were lovingly and sensitively completed. It is important to recognize the fact that the Clarks did the foundation right. They lifted the house in order to correct foundation problems where others might have just left them."

Award recipients exemplified the spirit of Historic Preservation and Restoration in Colorado Springs. The jury looked for thoughtful creativity, good craftsmanship and skillful execution. They analyzed the historic context including exterior shape, massing, roofline and roof features, the rhythm of the windows on the façade, decorative trim and color, character defining projections such as porches, the contribution of contemporary materials to the original character, and the visual setting/juxtaposition of architecture, landscape and neighborhood or setting.

"It’s a great honor to have been the recipient of this award. In the 18 years we’ve owned the inn, we’ve shared our continuing restoration project with our many bed & breakfast visitors. It’s very special to now be recognized in our own community by such a prestigious organization," says owner-innkeeper, Sallie Clark.

Holden House includes a main house built in 1902, a carriage house converted to a residence in 1906 and an adjacent Victorian built in 1898. All three homes have been restored and serve the bed and breakfast which include five guest suites adorned with antiques, private baths and fireplaces. To see photos of the inn, access www.holdenhouse.com or call: 719-471-3980 or 888-565-3980 for a brochure. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org

Holden House 1902 Bed & Breakfast Inn (Sallie Clark)
Address: 1102 W. Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
URL: http://www.holdenhouse.com
E-Mail: mail@holdenhouse.com
Reservations: 888-565-3980 Local: 719-471-3980

 

A NEW YEAR! Spring Cottage asks in Dickens' style, "Shadows of the things that would have been can we dispel?" Yes, in many ways. Begin with time away in intimate Spring Cottage, Too. Enhance your natural countenance, relax stressed muscles with a simultaneous massage and facial for him and/or her by one of the newest and best, Natural Elements in Manitou Springs. Experience dinner for two at the historic Craftwood Inn Restaurant featuring Colorado cuisine, tax and gratuity included. Continue to luxuriate in a privately served sumptuous breakfast. Dates: January 1 through January 31, 2004. Cost: Two persons, two nights $350 excluding tax. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org

Spring Cottage (Ron Lancaster)
Address: 113 Pawnee Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
URL: http://www.springcottage.com
E-Mail: lancaster@springcottage.com
Reservations: 888-588-9395 Local: 719-685-9395

 

SPEND A SPA WEEK AT OUR PEACEFUL COUNTRY INN. Spa package includes: accommodations, choice of spa treatment, organic home cooked meals, a fitness profile, and classes for body detoxification, complimentary herbs, Bible nutrition, exercise classes and more. 
Dates: New Year Special; call for dates, space is limited. Cost: All-inclusive packages start at $623.00 P/P per week; over night packages start at $129.50 P/P.  Rates are based on double occupancy. For additional Inspected and Approved Inn Specials throughout the state, go to: www.innsofcolorado.org

Willow Tree Country Inn (Deborah Toczek)
Address: P.O. Box 160, Bennett, CO 80102-0160
URL: http://www.willowtreebb.com
E-Mail: willowtreeinn@tds.net
Reservations: 800-257-1241 Local: 303-644-3801

Contact each Inn individually and mention this special when making your reservations.