Part of the Comfort And Joy Season Celebration

Old Edwards Inn and Spa in Highlands, NC invites the public to enjoy a full line-up of holiday activities—many of them complimentary—to celebrate the fall season, including Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s.  In addition to adding a “Wii Hours” game room for kids and Bocce Ball on the lawn of the Lodge, some of the new traditions and activities at Old Edwards include:

Sundays at the Spa Beginning in October

• 20% off of all Treatments
• 10% off of all Spa Products
• Complimentary Champagne & Chocolates with Salon Treatments

Comfort and Joy Seasonal Spa/Salon Treatments—October through New Years

• Spiced Spa Mud Wrap  
• Deep Asian Therapy (Ashiatsu)  
• Thai Massage  
• Rose Quartz Facial
• Pumpkin Enzyme Facial Treatment
• Spiced Vanilla Cream Pedicure & Manicure
• Add on a Comfort & Joy Spa-Tini at the salon or a virgin Spa-Tini at the spa

Featuring products and services for both men and women, The Spa at Old Edwards is located at 16 Church Street in Highlands behind the Old Edwards Inn and is open from 8 am to 8 pm daily.  Call 828-526-9887 for an Appointment.  See the full Treatment Menu at www.oldedwardsinn.com.

Holiday Style Week—November 4 through 7

The festive fireside ambiance of Hummingbird Piano Bar sets the stage for the events of Holiday Style Week. Guests of the events will enjoy special discounts on Spa/Salon products and at Acorns Boutique throughout the week, as well as a special gift and discounts for future salon appointments that are booked during Holiday Style Week. Full descriptions of the events can be found on www.oldedwardsinn.com. Events include:

•  Entertaining with Simple Style—Featuring Recipes and Hors D’oeuvres Tasting, Tuesday, November 4 from 4-6 pm.  This is a complimentary event with champagne greeting and passed hors d’oeuvres. Guests will receive a set of Old Edwards recipe cards to take home as they learn tips and techniques for décor and table setting. Call 828-526-8008 for more information.

• Holiday Hairstyles & Makeup, Wednesday, November 5 from 4-6 pm

Guests will enjoy demonstrations and mini-consultations on holiday hair and makeup trends at this complimentary event, featuring discounts on salon products and special spa/salon gift baskets for purchase. The featured PHYTO® products are formulated with carefully selected plant extracts to provide a precise response to the specific needs of each hair type.  Light refreshments will be served; wine and cocktails will be available. Call Laurel or Tina at 828-526-9887 for more information.

• Holiday High Tea & Fashion Show, Thursday, November 6 from 3-5 pm

Old Edwards Inn will serve its signature High Tea in the Hummingbird while guests view the season’s most stylish apparel. Purchase tickets for $25 by phone, at Acorns Boutique or in the lobby of Old Edwards Inn. Call 828-526-8008. Space is limited; reserve early.

• Holiday Happy Hour, Friday, November 7 from 5-6 pm

The Hummingbird Piano Bar at Old Edwards will debut its signature his & her holiday cocktails at this complimentary tasting. Other favorite holiday libations will also be served along with some light nibbles. Call 828-526-8008 for reservations at Madison’s following any event.

Old Edwards Inn Holiday Wine Tastings

Guests will enjoy sumptuous hors d’oeuvres amid the festive fireside atmosphere of Hummingbirds Piano Bar. In addition to great wines, we’ll feature designer gift baskets with selections from our Spa and Acorns boutique. Old Edwards Inn and Spa gift cards will also be available, so you can give the gift of comfort & joy. Tastings are from 2 pm to 4 pm.  $20 at the door applies toward purchase of wines or gifts.  Call 828-526-8008. 

Saturday, 11/22             Italian Wines
Friday, 11/28             Wines of Burgundy
Saturday, 12/06             Sommelier’s Choice
Saturday, 12/13             Opus Event
Saturday, 12/20             Wines of California

November 28 & 29, join the John Kelly Champagne and Chocolate Tasting and Educational Seminar at the Spa.  This is a complimentary Champagne and Chocolate Tasting/Seminar from a premier purveyor of fine chocolates.

Spa/Golf/Dinner Package: Take advantage of our 2-night Comfort and Joy spa/golf/dinner package in November and December to further enhance your Old Edwards holiday experience. Log onto www.oldedwardsinn.com for the details, or call 828-526-8008. Guests of the Inn will also receive free admission to the Holiday Wine Tasting.

Two-Night New Years Eve Package at the Old Edwards Inn and Spa. Mark your calendars now for this elegant black-tie celebration at the Hummingbird Piano Bar in Old Edwards Inn. Ring in the New Year with a gala dinner in Madison’s, live music, sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, wine, cocktails and live music. A new Old Edwards tradition of “12 Grapes at Midnight” will top off the evening. Add on the two-night “Total Wellness and Detox Package” to extend your stay into the weekend and start the year with and rejuvenating treatments for men and women.  Call 828-526-8008 for more information.

ABOUT OLD EDWARDS INN AND SPA: The Old Edwards Inn and Spa is Condé Nast Johansens Most Excellent Inn in the USA and Canada for 2008. The property is a AAA-Four Diamond resort, is located at 445 Main Street in Highlands, NC. Included in the Old Edwards Experience are a world-class Spa, Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden, The Farm at Old Edwards special events and wedding facility, Acorns and Acorns Annex upscale retail shops, The Rib Shack and Sports Corner.  Madison’s Restaurant and Wine Garden have been Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” winners since 2005.

Contact: Amanda Sullivan, 864-906-7394
asullivan@oldedwardsinn.com