There's nothing like a thoughtfully-planned romantic getaway to
revitalize a long-term relationship, or to advance a budding love
affair to new levels of intimacy. The cozy comfort of a country bed
and breakfast or the wonder of day spent enjoying nature's majesty
are among the many experiences that a couple can share.
You will find a bounty of idyllic destinations to choose from when
planning a lover's getaway in Oregon. Here is a sampling of potential
romantic excursions:
The Oregon Coast - The O'dysius Hotel
The Oregon Coast provides the perfect environment for romance; Lincoln
City's O'dysius Hotel is an elegant setting for an Oregon Coast
getaway. Take a stroll along the beach, then return to the luxurious
comfort of the hotel's library and parlor. Or snuggle by the fire
as you watch storm-tossed waves crashing on the shore from your
oceanview room. The O'dysius provides thoughtful touches, including
down comforters, whirlpool bathtubs, and overstuffed furniture,
enhancing the intimacy of your lover's nest. Lincoln City is just
1.5 hours from Portland.
Columbia River Gorge - McMenamins Edgefield
McMenamins Edgefield bills itself as "European-style bed and
breakfast resort". Like many of the other quirky and colorful
McMenamins lodgings, Edgefield was built around an existing locale
- the former Multnomah County Poor Farm. The 38-acre Edgefield, located
in Troutdale, offers such diverse attractions as a spa, a movie theater,
a winery, and a brewery, as well as overnight accommodations. Couples
will find no end of things to do on the premises, or they can drive
a short distance to enjoy the dazzling Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah
Falls. Edgefield is just a short drive east of Portland.
Northeastern Oregon - Stang Manor
This historic LaGrande, Oregon mansion offers Georgian Colonial comfort,
individually-decorated rooms, private baths, and hearty breakfasts.
You and your sweetheart can spend time in the common living room,
reading by the fireplace, working on a jigsaw puzzle, or enjoying
the company of other guests. Venture out and savor the history of
the town, which is located right on the Oregon Trail. Located in
northeastern Oregon, La Grande is a 3-hour drive from Boise, Idaho.
Central Oregon - The Sather House Bed & Breakfast
Quilt-covered beds and period furnishings make this Bend bed-and-breakfast
inn a cozy haven. Located in a historic residential district, The
Sather House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
With convenient access to all the river and mountain recreation
that makes Bend a popular destination, this Craftsman-style B&B
offers couples the chance to enjoy Afternoon Tea by the fireplace
after a day of skiing, golfing, or river rafting.
Southern Oregon - Ashland Springs Hotel
Located just one block from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the
Ashland Spring Hotel offers guests old-world elegance combined
with modern sophistication. Built in 1925 as the Lithia Hotel,
this grand hotel recently underwent a sweeping restoration. After
taking in the theater or browsing the city's galleries and shops,
couples can savor Northwestern cuisine in the Elfinwood Restaurant
or enjoy a spa treatment at the adjacent Ashland Springs Spa.
