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At America's Lighthouse Bed & Breakfasts
There's just something about the majesty, the magnificence, the timelessness of a lighthouse. They stand as centuries-old testaments to the ingenuity of mankind, but beyond that, they also stand as beacons for our artistry, our creative spirit. Completed in 247 BC, The Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the original seven wonders of the ancient world, began our fascination with lighthouses, a love that still holds strong today. A bad economy, though, has eliminated the funds to maintain America's estimated 10 to 20 thousand lighthouses. Luckily, many private businesses and volunteer groups are converting a number of these picturesque buildings into cozy and quaint places to go and get away from it all. And talk about romantic. The best way to help save these historic, awe-inspiring structures is to go and enjoy them, book a night or two and get lost in their splendor. There are many to choose from, here are three of the best: The Isle au Haut Lighthouse Station
Nestled in the woods in Maine with dramatic openings to the sea, this lighthouse destination is an eco-traveler's dream. It's powered by state-of-the-art photovoltaics, a windmill and a 30-kilowatt generator, fed by water drawn from the sea by a reverse osmosis system. The really great part: It's for sale at a reasonable 1.9 million dollars. Heceta Head Lighthouse
Like Maine, Oregon has so many amazing lighthouses, it's hard to choose only one. For quiet comfort with breathtaking ocean views, Heceta Head tops the list. The handcrafted staircases, custom fireplaces and antique furnishings take you back to another time. And of course the decadent seven-course breakfast is good, too. East Brother Light Station
Perched atop a tiny island in San Francisco Bay, this historical lighthouse was built in 1874 and is still functioning. Guests must take a short ten minute boat trip to get to the B&B inn, where they are pampered and spoiled with hors d'oeuvres and a 3 course dinner & breakfast. Guests rave about the Inn, so If you are a lighthouse lover this is a must. It's hard to imagine losing our lighthouses, especially considering how much love we have for them. If you don't want to see these living links to our past disappear, plan a stay at one, or more.
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