August 1, 2005 - THE LODGE AT OLD EDWARDS INN TO DEBUT IN AUGUST 2005

 

After nearly one year and a substantial renovation, The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn is slated to debut a new look and upgraded, more luxurious accommodations in August 2005. After extensive renovations to the main lodge and grounds along with other enhancements, the property will be completed in early January 2006. For more than 115 years, guests have been visiting this discriminating destination, formerly Kelsey and Hutchinson Lodge. The Lodge will boast 29 beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites. The Lodge is a sister property to Old Edwards Inn and Spa which opened in July 2004.

 

The Lodge presents refined accommodations situated on three lushly landscaped acres. The rough-hewn boards and slate roof of the handsome main Lodge will lead to a wrap-around, rocking chair porch and Great Room with stacked stone fireplace. Small cottages surround the main lodge offering suites and guestrooms where polished interiors offer warm wood tones complemented by rich color schemes and thoughtful appointments. Suggestive of an enchanted English garden, the terraced landscape and flower-filled pathways will cloister a lovely outdoor garden with beautiful mountain views as a backdrop.

 

Guestrooms include deluxe double-double and king rooms, elegant one- and two-bedroom suites and one luxury suite. Each guestroom features a fireplace, European bedding and Frette linens, plush robes, slippers and the finest amenities. Many rooms and suites offer private screened and glassed-in porches. Plasma televisions, DVD players and in-room safes complete each guestroom experience. Other amenities and services include twice-daily housekeeping with evening turndown, a 24-hour butler room and convenient on-site parking. Room rates range from $215 to $850.

 

Each evening at The Lodge, a wine and cheese reception is offered just for guests. Mornings begin with a gourmet continental breakfast, and in-room dining is also available as prepared by the dedicated culinary team at Madison’s Restaurant just down the hill at Old Edwards Inn.

 

The Lodge also offers a full-service business center and state-of-the-art conference center to comfortably accommodate social gatherings or corporate retreats for up to 60 guests.
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Signing privileges are extended to Lodge guests from the Old Edwards Hospitality Group entities including: Hummingbird Lounge (High Tea and cocktails), Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, Old Edwards Inn, The Spa at Old Edwards Inn, The Shops at Old Edwards Inn and Rib Shack.

 

Architects for the renovation to The Lodge are Summerour and Associates of Atlanta. Jack De Long of Atlanta designed the gracious interiors.

 

The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn is located at 450 Spring Street, Highlands, NC, 28741. Telephone: 828.526.4746;Toll-free: 888.245.9058;Facsimile: 828.526.4921 Online: www.oldedwardsinn.com, email: lodge@oldedwardsinn.com.

 

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Old Edwards Inn and Spa opened in July 2004 as a luxury destination spa resort after more than $40M and two years of renovation, restoration, and expansion. Accommodations consist of 30

Individually designed guestrooms, suites and cottages and feature period antiques, Frette linens and the finest contemporary amenities.

 

The 10,000 square foot Spa features an exclusive collection of the world’s finest products and an extensive menu of signature body, skin care and relaxation therapies in a luxurious

European setting. Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, the resort’s fine dining restaurant, offers seasonally inspired Carolina High Country cuisine and an exceptional wine list.

 

The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is located at 445 Main Street, Highlands, NC 28741, 828-526-8008 or 1-866-526-8008. The Old Edwards Hospitality Group, LLC, founded in 2003, includes the Old Edwards Inn and Spa, Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, The Farm special events facility, Acorns retail shop, Miss Priss-Highlands, Miss Priss-Charlotte at Birkdale & Stonecrest; The Lodge at Old Edwards Inn, Old Creek Lodge, Rib Shack and The Laundry and Dry Cleaners at Old Edwards Inn.

 

The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is a member of the National Trust Historic Hotels of America and a Recommended Hotel in Condé Nast Johansens 2005 Recommended Hotels, Inns and Resorts Guide.

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