The Colonnade Inn, Sea Isle City. A Home Away from Home
by Leslie Gowen
Ask anyone who works from
nine to five, Monday through Friday, then spends the weekend doing
laundry and housecleaning, what it is he or she dreams of doing that is
out of the ordinary. Without batting an eye, I'd bet a week's pay that
his or her response would be "To be able to take a couple of days away
from work so I can spend some quality time with my family."
What stops people from
having that long desired holiday anyway? Based on my own practical
experience, two things would -- money, because most holidays require a
lot of it, and time, because most of the attractive vacation spots are
located far away from home.
Not so if you live anywhere
near to or just a few minutes away from Sea Isle City, New Jersey. The
reason: the invitingly cozy Colonnade Inn and its wonderful vacation
offer.
A grand house built in 1883
as a summer hotel, the Colonnade Inn in the lovely and popular seaside
resort of Sea Isle City, New Jersey, used to be just one of many hotels
that provided shelter and a deliciously warm and hearty breakfast to the
throngs of holiday-seekers from Philadelphia who are eager to get away
from the heat of summer in the city.
Built in classic
Victorian-style architecture, the Colonnade Inn, which was restored and
re-decorated in 1991 by its then owner Dr. Carolyn Crawford, now stands
as the lone survivor of that era. Nevertheless, it has withstood the
test of time and has survived many storms brought on by both nature and
the wrecking ball of progress. Originally bought by the Dorsem family in
1943, the Colonnade Inn was run by them until the time it was sold to
Dr. Carolyn Crawford in 1992 and then to the Colonnade Investment Group
in 2004. Today, the illustrious hotel offers a glimpse not just to the
Sea Isle City's past but also to those of the other shore towns on the
Jersey coast.
Combining the charm of the
past with the comforts of the present, the Colonnade Inn offers the
following distinct modern features even as it maintains its Victorian
era milieu:
* Central air conditioning *
Whirlpool tubs or Jacuzzis in each room * Gas-flamed fireplaces in each
room * Comfortable furniture * Hearty breakfasts * Cable television in
the rooms and in the parlor * A wrap-around porch that offers a scenic
view of the ocean * Side garden with fountain and hot and cold outdoor
showers
Presently, this cozy
Victorian-style hotel has 18 units available that guests can rent out
from two nights and up at a very reasonable price. Visitors also have a
choice of renting one of the unique rooms or a two- or three-bedroom
condominium.
Studio units all boast of a
gas-flamed fireplace and a Jacuzzi tub along with a kitchenette with
stove, sink and refrigerator. The bigger units may have two or three
bedrooms, a full kitchen and a living room area.
Executive suites that can
sleep four to six guests are also available and these come with fully
equipped kitchens, private bath, a living room area and cable TV. The
rates for executive suites include a full breakfast and daily
housekeeping service.
The gas-flamed fireplaces of
each room make the Colonnade Inn a perfect setting for an intimate
evening alone with a special someone.
The wrap-around porch with
comfortable wicker furniture is open to all guests who may want to spend
a quiet evening gazing at the scenic view of the ocean.
The great thing about the
Colonnade Inn is that its magnificent amenities and wonderfully distinct
offers are available to anyone interested to avail of these at any time
of the year because the hotel is open the whole year round.
When you want to take a
break from the hassles of your job and the rigors of city life, come to
the Colonnade Inn. Relax and enjoy the homey feeling. Bask in the luxury
of the world-class modern amenities and enjoy all these knowing they are
all reasonably priced.
This alone makes the
Colonnade Inn the ideal getaway place we only used to dream about.
About the Author
Leslie Gowen is a
seasoned travel writer and a native of Sea Isle City, New Jersey. Or you
can visit the website at
http://www.thecolonnadeinn.com
- with details of accommodation prices at:
http://www.theco
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