Today’s article is a guest post from Cindy of localontheroad.com. Cindy is on the hunt to discover places with an emphasis on using local produce/products, sustainable practices, and a track record of satisfied guests.

Anguilla is a relatively small and flat island, but immensely captivating for guests seeking world famous turquoise beaches, kind locals, and plenty of fresh seafood. Travelers often make repeat visits due to low crime rates and the absence of high rises, cruise ships, nightlife, and motorized personal watercraft. Last month was our most unforgettable experience on the island, in large part due to discovering Las EsQuinas on Little Harbour and meeting villa owner extraordinaire, Robin Ogilvie.

Upon arrival, it is inevitable for guests to go through a series of “Wow” moments as you walk through the property. The vistas and sea breezes are truly stunning. The property has been designed to take advantage of trade winds and is perched on a point providing 180+ degree views. The home was designed with separate covered walkways, relaxing nooks, and “walls” that are really doors, so they slide back and disappear. The result is wonderfully spacious; you feel like you are outside even when you are technically “inside” luxurious surroundings.

The ocean breezes keep things cool naturally, but bedroom air conditioning is available if needed. The various separate buildings and walkways mean that you have privacy and quiet from the other suites. And the ability to close the hurricane shutters at night creates a dark retreat - do not be surprised to find yourself sleeping almost 11 hours straight after a long day of travel!

Each guest room reflects a place that the owner, Robin, has lived or traveled. They are named the Mediterranean, Morrocan, Balinese, and Mexican, and each space displays the character of the associated destination. Housekeeping was immaculate during our stay, everything always clean and tidy. The bathrooms are luxurious with natural stone vanities, make-up mirrors, and high quality soaps and shampoo. Reading lights, spacious closets, desks, and private balconies are features found in each guest room. Given your proximity to the sea, the sound of waves, and the fresh air breezes, the private balcony is the perfect place for a relaxing massage therapy experience.

Putting our experience at Las EsQuinas into words is quite a challenge. The website states, “Part bijou hotel, part sybaritic guesthouse, Las Esquinas defies definition.” Quite true! I have never stayed at a property that so eludes traditional descriptions. It has many amenities that one normally finds only at five-star luxury hotels. It has a quiet and private atmosphere that one might typically find only in a private villa. It has the type of quality morning fare reminiscent of boutique small inns or high-end bed and breakfasts. It has the most unique and exquisite furnishings and beautifully curated items you can imagine, and the charm of meeting Robin and fellow guests when your paths cross.

In the mornings, breakfast at Las EsQuinas is available during a wide window of time. It is generous and spoiled us. The first morning we enjoyed half a grapefruit and servings from a large bowl of fresh cut fruit. Combined with homemade banana bread (made using the front garden’s bananas), we were more than satisfied and ready to start the day, but then learned breakfast was just beginning! Scrambled eggs with cheese and bacon soon filled our happy bellies. It was like a bountiful homemade spread you would experience at a good friend or family member’s home. (Or perhaps at a villa with a private chef – but here it was already included in your room rate!) And then there was Robin’s signature sweet bread “Rhum Loaf” the next morning with real maple syrup. Think French toast baked and topped with rum and maple syrup. That’s right, rum and maple syrup. A decadent start to the Caribbean morning.

After breakfast our first full day, we chose to stay put and enjoy the property.

There are plenty of cushioned spaces where you can lay outside to sun, read, nap, or simply gawk at all the beauty surrounding you. Should more activity beckon, Robin has a closet with water equipment available for guest use: water noodles, life jackets, snorkel equipment, and even water shoes if you need to borrow a pair! My husband enjoyed kayaking and we both went out snorkeling repeatedly. For Mark, it was like going back to childhood adventures in the water, including one day when he and another guest even tried to catch a few lobsters with gloved hands.

Being mere steps from coral reefs with bright colored fish and laying down on a deserted section of beach while listening to the waves was heavenly.

Even though my husband and I both lean toward introversion in temperament, we looked forward to the times when our schedules overlapped with others and we got to hear their stories. A very special and idyllic night included a dinner at the villa with Robin and other guests, with local crayfish and homemade pumpkin soup. On another evening, my husband had the opportunity to meet the Governor and his lovely family over sunset drinks by the pool. (Meanwhile I was zoned out during a massage appointment upstairs, and missed the evening cocktails and Robin’s special roasted coconut.)

In regards to eating out, this was our first visit to the island without having dinner reservations planned and set for various nights before we arrived. I am normally an organized planner, but I absolutely loved the spontaneity this trip! May my old Anguilla vacation calendar rest in peace. By leaning on Robin’s knowledge and recommendations (as well as her ability to score last-minute reservations), we tried a variety of establishments that were new to us and had remarkable evenings. A real stand-out experience was our last full day when we went with Robin and other guests to Garvey’s Sunshine Shack on Rendezvous Bay.

No recap would be complete without noting all of the green and environmentally friendly initiatives going on at Las EsQuinas. Water is from cisterns, but the entire villa is on a special filter system. Purified drinking water is provided in your room each day and in the kitchen. And best of all – no plastic water bottle trash! Also, here the shower/bathroom water is captured in the villa’s plumbing and recycled to later water the landscaping. The soaps and shampoo are non-toxic. As mentioned earlier, the home is perched so that breezes are plentiful and air conditioning is not necessary. In-room Internet routers are optional (and the WIFI is complimentary).

I could truly go on and on about the property and our stay. The beautiful courtyard and palm trees. The 360-degree view up in the tower. The hospitable staff member J.R., who is a gentleman with many talents. We admired the gorgeous custom chandelier in the foyer that he built, along with all the beautiful landscaping throughout the property.

The gem of Las EsQuinas is the owner, Robin, who designed this villa as a labor of love and now shares it with the world. She is a genius in the details, and has created a true oasis. She personifies hospitality and warmth and genuineness. She is utterly charming and we left feeling like we had known her for years (and wished we had). We have stayed at several places on the island and all have their strengths to recommend them, but this place, with this wonderful new friend, finally felt like we have found our home away from home on the island of Anguilla.

In the end, it boils down to this: If you are considering a stay at Las EsQuinas, just go. Book as many days as possible. (Because trust me, you will not want to leave.) Bring a sense of wonder and awe and gratitude.

And enjoy.

Getting there: Tourists from the United States usually fly into either San Juan (SJU) or St. Maarten (SXM) to access Anguilla. If you arrive in SJU, you will need a separate reservation for a one-hour flight on a connection carrier such as Anguilla Air Express or Cape Air airlines. Flying into SXM, there are more ways to connect to the island, as you have a choice of getting to the island via water or a flight on Anguilla Air Services (AAS). Boat transfer choices include public ferry, various private ferries (shared shuttle), and/or private charters.

Getting around: Taxi Rates are fixed and can be pricey. We rent a car on every trip to explore, but on your first day, you may want to take a taxi to get your bearings. We make reservations with local Ronnie Bryan, who will deliver the vehicle to you personally; service is convenient and we enjoy our chats with Ronnie each trip. Contact information: 264-497-6407, 476-6407 (cell), www.bryanscarrental.com.

In honor of Father’s Day, meet an innkeeper who got his start in the B&B world thanks to his dad. Meet Jade, the owner of the Hilltop Legacy and Oceanfront Legacy inns.

“I want to make sure that it’s clear that this all started because of my father. He’s the one who really helped me, without him I would never have considered doing this. I can’t thank him enough for everything he’s done for me over all these years”  - Jade Lee

Maggie Lundy: How did you get started running your B&B?
Jade Lee: The back story is that my father had been going through a pretty bad divorce that left him mentally and physically exhausted. He was unable to work, and we were living off of whatever savings he had for a few years. It finally got to the point where we looked at everything, and after a few more months we would be unable to live off the savings anymore.

It was about that time that my dad told me the idea of opening a bed and breakfast. He told me I could start it, but I would have to do it on my own. He’d be there to help, but I would have to run it.

That was my senior year of high school.  When we first opened, I remember being in class and someone would be calling for reservations. I would have to tell my teacher that I needed to go to the bathroom, and call the guests back to make the reservations. It was funny, during high school everyone else had part-time jobs, working at the supermarket, and this was my job, handling the inn. That’s how it all began and it’s been so much fun ever since.

ML: Being an innkeeper is definitely not easy.
JL: Yes. We found that out real quick. We thought it would just be cleaning the rooms and all that, but we realized it’s an all-day job from when you wake up to when you go to bed. It’s something that you have to enjoy, or you won’t be able to do it.

ML: Did you enjoy going to inns before all this, or was this something that came more out of necessity?
JL: Well, I had a friend whose parents had a B&B. We’d seen them doing it, but other than that, I hadn’t had any experience with B&Bs. Since we started, it’s something I want to continue doing as I get older and what I want to do full time.

ML:  I bet. It’s a fulfilling job!
JL: Yeah, meeting people that come over from all around the world. We make so many good friends and having them enjoy their stay is very fulfilling.

ML: You must get a lot of international guests.
JL: Oh yes. Most of our guests come from China and Japan, and we get a lot from Europe. We also get quite a few from the US as well. I’d say about 90% come from overseas.

ML: Is that what you enjoy most about being an innkeeper?
JL: Yes. For me, every morning when we have breakfast, I’m always there and I sit down with the guests. I learn about where they’re from and how different things are from here.

L:R Hilltop Legacy, Oceanfront Legacy

ML: What sets your B&B apart?
JL: I’d have to say the location. Our first B&B, Hilltop Legacy, the location is right in downtown Hilo, but in Hilo there’s a little hillside area. Because we’re at the top, it feels like you have no neighbors surrounding you. You feel like you’re way out in the country, because there’s no one else there, only you. But to go into town, you’re just a one-minute drive away from downtown Hilo. Plus you’ve got a spectacular view of Hilo Bay and the airport; you can see the planes take off and land.

ML: Which island is Hilo on?
JL: It’s just called the island of Hawai’i, but another name for it is the Big Island. It’s the biggest. All the other islands could fit inside of it.

ML: Could you explore the whole island?
JL: It’s about 100 miles from Hilo to the opposite side of the island, which is about two hours. If you’ve got the whole day, it would be about five or six hours and you could drive around the whole island.

ML: The aloha spirit sounds like really Southern hospitality.
JL: Yes! People here are just much more friendly, and everyone has the aloha spirit. You’ll see it wherever you go.

ML: What’s the temperature in Hilo like?
JL: It stays at about 75 degrees Fahrenheit year round.

ML: What do enjoy doing when you’re not at the inn?
JL: I don’t usually have much free time, but when I do it’s usually going down to the beach. Actually a lot of people don’t know about this, but on Mauna Kea Mountain, about once a year between January and April, we get a lot of snow up there. It’s about an hour drive from the inn. A lot of people will actually bring their snowboards and ride up there. There are little ski-lifts up there, but they’re at the very top. You’ll see guys in big trucks heading up the mountain, and a lot of the snowboarders will catch a ride up. They’ll drop you off, and you’ll ride down the mountain, and there will be people at the bottom waiting to pick you up and take you up again.

I’ve tried surfing before, but I wasn’t that good at it. For me, I enjoy the winter sports, or just going to the beach and relaxing down there.

ML: That’s crazy! How long does it last?
JL: It usually stays about two weeks and then it melts away. When you’re in Hilo, when we have snow, it’s great to drive along the beaches. The locals will head up to the mountains with their trucks and they’ll shovel loads of snow into the truck beds. Then what they’ll do is drive down to the beach, and dump it all out on the beach. So when you’re driving along the ocean, you’ll see a lot of snowmen built on the beach, and kids playing in the snow on the beach. It’s a really unique sight. A lot of the people really enjoy that.

ML: I never would have thought Hawaii would get snow, anywhere!
JL: Yes. When we do, a lot of the residents of Oahu, Maui, or Kauai make special trips down to the big island to play in the snow.

ML: Only the big island gets snow?
JL: Yes. It’s because of the elevation up there. Mauna Kea Mountain is at 13,000 feet, so it gets cold enough for snow up there.

ML: Are there any other big events that happen in Hilo?
JL: Yes, in April, we have the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival. It’s a once a year, week-long event in Hilo. We have so many competitors from all over the world come. Some from Japan and on the mainland—even New York has hālaus, the schools to teach hula. This event dates way back, it’s our most popular event.

What to eat:

• Ken’s House of Pancakes – They’ve been open for at least 30 years now and are the only restaurant open 24 hours in Hilo. They’re really well known for their really huge menu of local foods. They also have some really good pancakes syrups they make there, like, guava, coconut, and passion fruit.  Jade enjoys the loco moco there!
• Don’s Grill – Another local restaurant with a variety of local food and fresh fish.
• Spam! An island favorite is Spam musubi. It’s a slice of Spam with rice around it, sometimes with a scrambled egg, wrapped with roasted seaweed. It’s good for a packed lunch. All the kids here grow up always eating it, so it’s very popular here. Everyone enjoys it.  This isn’t something you’ll find in a restaurant as it is usually homemade, but you can find it at local Hawai'ian convenience stores and even gas stations!
• Poke – Another local favorite, which consists of just fresh raw fish cut into little pieces. It can be seasoned, or just eaten dipped in shoyu.

What to do:

• Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
• Waipio Valley – It’s a huge valley you can hike down into, or if you have four-wheel drive you can drive into, and go to a mile-long black sand beach. There are hours of trails, where you can see waterfalls and streams. There are wild horses just walking around. They’re very friendly and will just come up to you.  It’s also an old farming town. You’ll see people farming taro, which is used to make poi. Poi is a grey paste, that doesn’t really have much flavor. It’s used as a staple side, like how rice or potatoes would accompany a meal.
• Mauna Kea – The name of the mountain, but when translated to English it means the white mountain. Every year we get snow, so every year we get capped with white snow. It’s great for watching the sunset and for stargazing. When you’re at the summit of the mountain, you’re above all the clouds. There’s no light pollution at all. The sunsets up there are the best you’ll see in the world. Every night stargazing is free and open to the public, from around sunset to 10 pm. It’s hard to make out the normal constellations because the sky is just littered with stars.

Hawaiian colloquialisms:

• Shoyu: Soy sauce
• Aloha: Can be used for everything not just hello. It’s also synonymous with good bye and thank you.
• Dakine: A word for when you’re trying to explain something, but you can’t think of the right word. It’s used to give the general idea in replacement.
• Pau: Done.

Today’s article is a guest post from Gemma of Wanderable.com. Wanderable is a honeymoon registry site that helps couples fund their dream honeymoons through the gifts of experiences from friends and family.

Are you or someone you know planning for a wedding night or honeymoon? At Wanderable we love the personalized service and local flavor of staying in B&Bs. We have selected five B&Bs that feature luxurious amenities and personal touches, set in locations that are perfect for romance. Explore our picks below!

Wine Country Inn - Saint Helena, California

Perfect for: Foodies and wine lovers. Spend your days exploring wine country, enjoying wine tastings at local vineyards, hiking in state parks and eating at fantastic restaurants.

Why we love it: Perched on a hill overlooking a vineyard, this property features stunning views and gorgeous grounds. Rooms feature local antiques, family made quilts, fireplaces and balconies to create an atmosphere of warmth and comfort. Learn more.

Hale Puka ‘ana - Kekaha, Hawaii

Perfect for: Beach and nature lovers. Explore the wild rainforests of Koke'e and Waimea Canyon national parks, tour the Napali Coast and relax on the longest white sand beach in Hawaii.

Why we love it: Just feet from the beach, this B&B allows you to enjoy Hawaii away from the crowds. Rooms feature sumptuous high thread count bed linens and private lanais (balconies) for sunset gazing and whale watching. Learn more.

Addison on Amelia - Fernandina Beach, Florida

Perfect for: Beach bums, golfers, and hikers. Amelia Island features white sand beaches, maritime forests, treed marshlands, three nearby state parks and numerous golf courses.

Why we love it: Nestled in a historic seaside village, this lovely property marries 'old Florida' elegance with modern amenities. Rooms feature soaring ceilings, four-poster beds, rich hardwood floors, luxurious bed linens and lots of large down-filled pillows. Learn more.

The Ruby of Crested Butte - Crested Butte, Colorado

Perfect for: Nature lovers, adrenaline junkies, and snow bunnies. Crested Butte has a plethora of activities available: fishing, hiking, mountain biking, rafting, skiing and snowboarding.

Why we love it: This gorgeous mountain lodge is surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds with unobstructed views of Mount Crested Butte. All rooms will enchant you with a spectacular view, luxurious 1000 thread count sheets, antique furnishings and thoughtful details. Learn more.

The Governor's Inn - Charleston, South Carolina

Perfect for: Romance lovers and history buffs. Horse drawn carriages, trees draped in Spanish moss, cobblestone streets and legendary southern hospitality make Charleston an ideal honeymoon destination.

Why we love it: Situated in the heart of historic Charleston, this pre-revolution mansion is rich in history and glamour. Rooms feature crystal chandeliers, family antiques, four-poster beds, original hardwood floors, whirlpool baths and private porches. Learn more.

Waffles always seem like one of the fanciest breakfasts to me. It’s probably because in order to make them, you have to have a waffle iron. Plus, they have the perfect nooks and crannies to hold syrup or berries. Though the ingredients are almost identical to pancakes, you usually need to dirty one more dish to whip the egg whites. Usually I prefer to dirty as few dishes as possible, but this additional bowl seems to add to this labor of love.

I doubt anyone needs another reason to love waffles, since they are already perfect and delicious. Since it's Mother’s Day I thought it might be nice to take them one step further—by making chocolate waffles!

This recipe comes from the Stonewall Kitchen Breakfast cookbook. Besides the waffles being chocolate, this recipe gilds the lily by adding chocolate maple syrup. The syrup is actually my favorite part of this recipe. It is quite versatile and could be drizzled over pancakes, scones, or bread pudding; it also tastes divine, like maple ganache.

These waffles are dense and not very sweet, which is good since I drenched mine with an obscene amount of chocolate-maple syrup. I made a few tweaks, adapting the recipe to use chocolate chips, the microwave, and by adding a dash of vanilla, which I noted in the recipe below. The next time I make these I will try whipping two egg whites to stiff peaks and folding them into the batter at the end, to see if they could be a smidge fluffier and crisper. You might also try adding some brewed coffee to bump up the chocolate flavor and thin out the batter.

Are you planning on making your mom breakfast for Mother’s Day? I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and let me know what you’re planning to whip up.

Chocolate Waffles with Chocolate-Maple Syrup
From the Stonewall Kitchen Breakfast cookbook

Chocolate-maple syrup:
2 ounces dark chocolate (64% cacao) (I used a heaping 1/3 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips)
1/2 cup maple syrup

Waffle batter:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 ounces dark chocolate (64% cocoa) (I used a heaping 1/3 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg

Optional toppings:
Mixed fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, and thinly sliced strawberries)
Sour cream or creme fraiche
Powdered sugar

DIRECTIONS:
Chocolate maple-syrup: In a microwave safe bowl, add the maple syrup and microwave for 45 second. Add the chocolate chips and stir to mix until smooth. Microwave together if the chips aren’t thoroughly melted and combined.

Waffle batter: In a microwave safe medium sized bowl, combine butter and chocolate and microwave for 30 seconds, mix until smooth. If the chips haven’t melted, microwave an additional 15 seconds and stir to combine, repeating as necessary.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Add the buttermilk, egg, and vanilla to the butter/chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Add the dry ingredients and gently incorporate just until the batter is smooth. (You can make the batter several hours ahead of time.)

Heat a waffle iron until hot. Lightly grease the iron with the vegetable oil by using a pastry brush or a cooking spray.

Add a heaping 1/3 cup batter to the hot waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for about 1 minute, or until golden. Remove the waffle from the iron and serve hot with the Chocolate-Maple Sauce and the berries and sour cream.

Photos by Exit Flag Photography

In our last post, we introduced you to Granbury, Texas.
In this post, we explore three itineraries for what to do in Granbury directly from innkeepers.

Fun for the Whole Family

Day 1: Check in and explore your B&B. Stop by Babe’s Chicken Dinner House and grab some of their famous fried chicken to-go. Chow down while you enjoy a family-friendly double feature at the The Brazos Drive-In. Gates open at 7:15pm and all shows are cash only.

Day 2: Eat a hearty breakfast at the inn to fuel you for a day of adventure. Drive out to Fossil Rim where you’ll go on a mini-safari in the heart of Texas. Once you’re done feeding giraffes and cooing over the baby rhinos, get some lunch at Loco Coyote in Glen Rose for Texas-sized barbecue plates and sandwiches in a converted barn. After a round of brontosaurus burgers, head to Dinosaur Valley State Park for a more prehistoric animal outing. On your way back to the inn, grab a quick dinner at Agave Tamale Co. before turning in early.

Day 3: After breakfast, head to Lake Granbury Marina for your last day of fun. Spend the morning on the water in a rented boat or kayak. Finally, stop in at Stumpy’s Lakeside Grill for a late lunch of fish tacos for the grown-ups and fish sticks for the kids. After this much excitement, expect the kids to sleep the whole way home!

Family-Friendly Cabin B&Bs

Dinosaur Trail Cabins

• Dinosaur Trail Cabins: Family-friendly cabins, full breakfast, and ¼ mile dinosaur trail 
• Heritage Cabins: Eco-friendly log cabins on several acres, breakfast basket delivered to cabins
• Windmill Farms: Cabin suites, full breakfast delivered daily, sprawling grounds with windmill collection

Romantic Rendezvous

Day 1: Make a detour on your way into town at Red Caboose Winery if you’re coming from the south or Barking Rocks Winery if you’re coming from the north. After dropping your things off at the B&B, stop into Christina’s for a light lunch at one of their outdoor bistro tables. Afterwards, head over to D’Vine Wine to get a custom bottle to take back to the B&B for a relaxing and romantic evening in.

Day 2: Enjoy breakfast in bed (you may need to arrange this ahead of time with the inn). Spend some time walking leisurely around the square with a cup of joe from Paradise Bistro and Coffee Co. before heading to Nutshell Eatery and Bakery to get sandwiches and snacks for a picnic lunch and people watching at Shanley Park (or rent a bike in the square to ride over the Moments in Time Hike & Bike Trail). End the evening with a five-star dinner and a show at the Eighteen Ninety Grille and Lounge and the Granbury Opera House.

Day 3: After a leisurely breakfast at the inn, head to Revolver Brewery or Bluff Dale Vineyards for a last taste of Granbury before heading home. Revolver Brewery tours are Saturdays only.

Revolver Brewery

B&Bs Made for Romance

• Baker Street Harbour: Victorian style house, full family-style breakfast, waterfront
• Granbury Gardens: Craftsman style house, full breakfast, garden hot tub
• Lambert House: Cottage style inn, pastries and coffee, historic district
• Manor of Time: Victorian style house, full gourmet breakfast, relaxing sun room

Girls’ (or Guys’) Getaway

Day 1: Stop by The Bootlegger Liquor Store for weekend supplies and fun country kitsch before checking into the B&B. Before settling in for a night of board games, s’mores, and general shenanigans, head out to Grumps for their Ladies’ Night and enjoy cheap margaritas and big greasy burgers.

Day 2: After a hearty breakfast at the inn, strap on your shoes for some serious shopping. Check out unique furnishings and clothing boutiques like Dakota’s Kabin, The Pan Handle, and Wagon Yard Home Furnishings. When you start to wind down from all of the shopping, stop in at The Art of Chocolate & Wine Shoppe for a mid-afternoon refreshment (and pick up a few snacks for later). After a few more trips around the square, stop into Pearl Street Station for a barbecue dinner before walking off the calories during the Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour.

Day 3: By day three, you will be sufficiently pooped from days of fun and friendship in Granbury. Ask the innkeepers to wrap a light breakfast to go, fill a thermos with orange juice or mimosas, and head down to Granbury City Beach Park for white sand and relaxation. After you’ve soaked in your daily dose of vitamin D, make a little more room in your stomach for one more down home country meal at Linda’s Southern Kitchen. Here you can enjoy Southern favorites like chicken fried steak and black eyed peas. Order the “Lighter Fare” portion size to save space for a shareable slice of their famous Tollhouse pie: a decadent confection full of chocolate chips and walnuts, topped with ice cream and hot fudge.

Ideal Friend Hangout B&Bs

The Iron Horse Inn - Opening Spring 2013

• Arbor House: Victorian style house and separate “Angel House”, full breakfast, beachfront
• Arkens Bed and Breakfast: King rooms, hearty two-course breakfast, lakefront mini-resort
• The Iron Horse Inn: Arts-and-crafts style rooms and cottages, newly renovated, historic district
• Pomegranate Cottages: Cottage-style, full breakfast, cookies, evening dessert, guest lodge

Granbury, TX Resources:

Where to eat

• Agave Tamale Co.
• Babe’s Chicken Dinner House
• Christina’s
• Eighteen Ninety Grille and Lounge
• Grumps
• Linda’s Southern Kitchen
• Loco Coyote
• Nutshell Eatery and Bakery
• Paradise Bistro and Coffee Co.
• Pearl Street Station
• Stumpy’s Lakeside Grill

Where to drink                

• The Art of Chocolate & Wine Shoppe
• Barking Rocks Winery
• Bluff Dale Vineyards
• D’Vine Wine
• Red Caboose Winery
• Revolver Brewery

What to do

• The Brazos Drive-In
• Dinosaur Valley State Park
• Fossil Rim
• Granbury City Beach Park
• Granbury Ghosts and Legends Tour
• Granbury Opera House / Granbury Theater Company
• Lake Granbury Marina
• Shanley Park

Where to shop

• Almost Heaven
• Dakota’s Kabin
• Guerin’s Boutique and Nursery
• The Pan Handle
• Red (on the square)
• Stuff N’ Nonsense
• Truly Trendy Boutique
• Wagon Yard Home Furnishings