If you want to escape the cold with your other half this Valentine’s Day, a trip to the Southeastern region of the USA might be just the thing for you. These states have everything that a couple of lovebirds could want. Mild or even warm weather, delicious southern cuisine, and good old southern hospitality. A stay in one of the terrific romantic hideaways in the southeastern states always feels like staying in your home away from home. If you’re looking for a terrific Valentine’s day destination in the Southeastern USA this year, then you should definitely consider one of the following getaway spots that offer everything that you could want in a hotel and resort stay and embody everything that makes the Southeast great.
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Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee. Reserve a cottage suite at Blackberry farm and you’ll find yourself in a luxurious and secluded space nestled in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. The scenery alone makes this a perfect destination for lovers that want to escape the daily grind together. In your suite, you’ll find a feather bed cloaked in high quality linens and a large bathroom with a whirlpool tub. Visit the spa while you’re there for a special duet massage for the two of you, then whisk your special someone away for a horse-drawn carriage ride for two. The cuisine at Blackberry farm has been honored by the Zagat Survey and featured in publications like Bon Appetit and Food & Wine. Dinner for two at hotel’s restaurant will include excellent wines paired with dishes like Wood Oven Guinea Hen and Caramelized Nantucket Bay Scallops.
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Jekyll Island Club Hotel in Jekyll Island, Georgia. Book a room or suite with a Jacuzzi tub at the Jekyll Island Club Hotel and you may decide that you never want to leave. The availability of in-room massages will further motivate you to stay right where you are. However, if you can bring yourself to leave the comforts of your suite, you will find that the Jekyll Island Club Hotel offers many other activities for you and your partner. The hotel offers tours of the local historic landmarks, trolley and ghost tours, and tours of the hotel itself, which is also a historic site. Dine on seafood and Southern specialties in the Grand Dining Room, or grab a sandwich, salad, or wrap before heading off to the spa.
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The Boar’s Head in Charlottesville, Virginia. Virginia is for lovers, and The Boar’s Head in Charlottesville is the perfect place to cater to you and your special someone. Start by booking a resort sweet with a luxurious king bed and a cozy gas fireplace. Don’t stop there, though. The hotel offers an array of resort activities, so you’ll be able to find something perfectly suited for your Valentine’s Day weekend. Want to surprise your love with a unique experience? You can arrange an hour long hot air balloon ride for two and spend some time together in the clouds taking in the lush Charlottesville landscaping. The hotel has two restaurants that offer a real treat for couples looking for culinary delights. Head to the Old Mill Room for a fabulous breakfast buffet in the morning and a dinner featuring entrees like Potato Gnocchi or Crispy Seared Salmon Roulade for dinner. In between, try the peanut soup and a turkey club at the Bistro 1834 for lunch.
Any one of these destinations can make this year’s Valentine’s Day weekend with your partner a memory that both of you will treasure forever.
