Artistic Ashland Oregon Getaway Destination

Ensconced at the point where the Cascade and Siskiyou Mountain ranges meet up, Ashland, Oregon is a 24 hour getaway destination that has everything Oregon. Outstanding food, unrivaled cultural events and outdoor activities for every season of the year. Cultural Oregon suggests an early start for your one day getaway to Ashland. There are lots to do and enjoy.

Morning of Arrival

After spending the early morning hours sitting in your car or on the train, a stroll along Ashland Creek is a great way to get your circulation moving again. Visit the downtown area of the creek where it runs through the center of town, behind the shops and eateries of the downtown Plaza. There are loads of benches in the surrounding woods that look out on duck ponds and meadows. In the winter, there is an ice skating rink available at no cost.

Mid-Day

Visit the Standing Stone Brewing Company for lunch. It is the only full service brew pub in Ashland. You will find it at 101 Oak Street, Ashland OR 9752. The restaurant building was place on the National Historic Registry in 1996. The building exterior is the original fireproof outer shell. Originally used as industrial space and then as a garage, when the Micro-brewery and restaurant moved in, no effort was spared to keep the interior's industrial look. The original concrete floor is still there and I beams and industrial gear serve as decoration.

Afternoon Activities

In the mood for outdoor recreation. There are loads of hiking trails, biking trails, and seasonal outdoor activities. Crater Lake National Park is less than a two hour drive. Whatever the season, outdoor activities are abundant, and the lake view alone is worth the trip. Crater Lake was created by a volcano that later filled with water. Fee: $10.00 ( Review Winter Schedule)

Perhaps you would enjoy a afternoon of art appreciation, Ashland Oregon is famous for its art galleries and artists in residence, if so, there are are a number of galleries, studios plus museums to visit that include the
Adelante Gallery, American Trails, Art Soul Gallery, Ashland Art Center, Ashland Art Works, Bohemia Framing Fine Art, Concetti Fine Arts, Davis Cline Gallery, Gallerie Karon, Hanson Howard Gallery, Hilltop Gallery, Houstons Custom Fine Art, Illahe Studios, JEGA Gallery Sculpture Garden, Nimbus, Schneider Museum of Art, The Websters Thomas Lee Gallery.

Lodging

While there are many fine single owner and chain hotels and motels in Ashland, Cultural Oregon thinks a getaway should be romantic. We suggest that you reserve a room at the Peerless Hotel in the Ashland historic Railroad District. This six room boutique hotel with an award winning restaurant was first opened in 1900 as the Peerless Rooms. Listed on The National Register of Historic Places and cited in the best seller - 1,000 Places To See Before You Die - has been renovated and follows a Victorian theme in all six rooms. High ceilings and well-appointed luxury rooms make this hotel the perfect place to spend the night on your getaway. Each room has its own nightly tariff, in general room costs are; high-season: $210 per couple per night, mid-season $175 and quiet season $120. Mid-season rate $175

Dinner

No need to rush to get ready for dinner. The Peerless Restaurant and Bar is right in your hotel. The restaurant received accolades fromWine Spectator magazine. The restaurant provides an elegant presentation of fine Pacific Northwest fare, accompanied by scrumptious deserts. As the menu is market is priced, dinner for two is about $110.00

Evening

The hotel is a short walk to the Ashland Theater District. Ashland is world-famous for being the home of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival- an annual multi-stage, multi-play festival of the Bards works. The 2011 season runs from Feb. 18, 2011 through Nov. 6, 2011 and the 2012 season will run run from Feb. 24 through Nov. 4. Ticket for two about $150.

In the event that the Shakespeare Festival is between seasons, don't despair, there are other great things to enjoy. One great alternative is the Oregon Cabaret Theater. Tickets per couple $70.00. Check the with the theater for current offering.

Breakfast

Sleep in - breakfast is included with your room. So, take your time, pack your bags and then go down to enjoy a delicious breakfast.
If you did not choose to visit Crater Lake National Park, Cultural Oregon suggests that it would be a terrific side trip on your way home.
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