Southport hosts the North Carolina Fourth of July Festival, attracting about 50,000 annual visitors to the lovely coastal town in the southeastern part of the state. And another just as compelling reason to visit this four-square-mile city is LaPolena Bed & Breakfast, a grand residence overlooking the Cape Fear River. And while the inn provides luxurious accommodations and delicious cuisine, this unique North Carolina bed and breakfast is also an observatory so you can stargaze during your stay. Let’s take a look inside this extravagant home.
Southport’s grand bed and breakfast is a place for people who demand simple elegance.
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But as the sun is setting, the Crow’s Nest is the place to retreat.
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It’s right there at the top of the house equipped with windows all around so you don’t miss anything.
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The small space is only 187 square feet, but just look at the exquisite show as the sunset spreads its crimsons, oranges, and golds just for you.
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Each window offers a different perspective even through the vertical branches.
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Watch as the colors melt into the horizon overlooking the Cape Fear River.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook It is hard to imagine this place is real.
The darkness exposes the moon’s tiny sliver high up over on the left.
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And since there are so many windows, here is a view of it on the right.
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And more magic comes into the night sky as you stargaze during your stay.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook Massages are also offered in this magical space.
But wait — we haven’t shown you the house yet.
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As you can see, there is no shortage of windows as the Carolina Room overlooks the lush and well-maintained grounds.
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Curl up and chat with friends in the cozy living room.
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Or enjoy a cup of coffee or tea with a book in the reading room.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook How inviting is that grand, leather chair?
With four exceptional bedrooms to choose from, you are sure to find your favorite ambiance.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook For example, this luscious bathroom is connected to The Figurehead, featuring a claw-foot bathtub, walk-in shower, and double slab-granite vanities.
This sprawling 535-square-foot master suite showcases 12-foot ceilings; a king-sized sleigh bed with a plush, pillow-top mattress; and feather pillows.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook While you may feel swept away in all this luxury, it is also a very practical space providing nightstands with phone and computer chargers and a 42-inch flat-screen TV.
Wake up in the morning to the smell of your breakfast cooking and gather around this beautiful dining room table.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook The meal is served at 8:30 a.m., a great start to your day.
This innkeeper has published two cookbooks, so get ready for the delicious specialties.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast The eggs Benedict is a favorite with creamy homemade hollandaise, fresh fruit, and veggies.
We love the fluffy, not-too-sweet scones.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast Make them sweeter by slathering them with fresh preserves.
Afterward, explore the grounds where even the backyard is lovely.
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In addition to breakfast, guests also receive scrumptious homemade desserts.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast Can you imagine the taste of this strawberry buttermilk cake in the afternoon?
Even though it is daytime, don’t forget about the Crow’s Nest for dining.
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You never know what you may see drifting down the water.
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And if you have a special occasion to celebrate, don’t forget to consider LaPolena Bed & Breakfast.
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And the Fourth of July comes every year.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast/Facebook Be sure to check out the times and dates for this patriotic event.
Are you ready to reserve a room where you can stargaze during your stay? While you’re there book a fabulous cruise on a gorgeous yacht, another company owned by the innkeeper, and another way to experience the charm of Southport. And who knows, you may spot this fantastic, 800-year-old tree.
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It is hard to imagine this place is real.
Massages are also offered in this magical space.
Come on in.
How inviting is that grand, leather chair?
For example, this luscious bathroom is connected to The Figurehead, featuring a claw-foot bathtub, walk-in shower, and double slab-granite vanities.
While you may feel swept away in all this luxury, it is also a very practical space providing nightstands with phone and computer chargers and a 42-inch flat-screen TV.
The meal is served at 8:30 a.m., a great start to your day.
LaPolena Bed & Breakfast
The eggs Benedict is a favorite with creamy homemade hollandaise, fresh fruit, and veggies.
Make them sweeter by slathering them with fresh preserves.
Can you imagine the taste of this strawberry buttermilk cake in the afternoon?
Be sure to check out the times and dates for this patriotic event.
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Address: LaPolena Bed and Breakfast, 201 River Dr, Southport, NC 28461, USA
