PriorHouse -- A Bed & Breakfast Inn

ecapture the graciousness and charm of the past in this historic 1912 manor home built as a private residence for the English Crown's Representative in British Columbia. This grand inn has all the amenities of the finest European Inns featuring rooms with fireplaces, marble whirlpool baths, lush comfortable robes, ocean & mountain views, sumptuous breakfasts, afternoon tea and beautiful estate gardens. This is quiet luxury within walking distance to historic sites, antique row and many superb gardens.

WINDSOR SUITE High above the Chestnut trees with gables positioned on the four compass points, the views are truly majestic from this fourth floor suite. Inviting Victorian antique furnishings accent the sitting room with fireplace and the bedrooms with two queen beds. The French doors through to the private deck provide spectacular views overlooking Juan de Fuca Strait and the Olympic Mountains. The generous bathroom has everything including a marble whirlpool tub under a skylight, pedestal sink and marble shower. TV.

ARBUTUS Savour the bygone era of luxury as you relax next to the crackling fire and surround yourself with elegant fabrics, original antiques and great-grandmother's beautiful canopied antique queen bed. From this third floor room there is a sun-drenched view south across the tree tops and Juan de Fuca Strait to the Olympic Mountains. Ensuite with shower only. TV.

LINDEN LEA Capture the comfort and casual style of an English country garden in this third floor room. Inviting antique furnishings, soft muted hues of the canopied king-size bed and love seat as well as turn of the century fireplace complete the setting. Ensuite with shower only. TV.

BOUDOIR For the romantic at heart, this small and cozy third floor original mansion boudoir is draped in elegant florals. Relax while gazing into the fire or through the windows overlooking the inn grounds across the water to the Olympic Mountains. Luxuriate in your own private old fashioned claw foot soaking tub with hand-held shower just across the hall. Always a best value rate in this room. TV.

GARDEN SUITE Country antique accents are throughout these suites especially designed for families or those who wish a large private space. A private garden entrance and one or two bedrooms provide comfort away from home. Some whirlpool baths and fireplaces. Your choice. TV.

The day begins with a delicious full breakfast. You may join the other guests downstairs to enjoy the classic elegance of the grand dining room, or let us pamper you in the privacy of your room with a breakfast tray or breakfast-in-bed. In the afternoon and evening, guests gather in front of the open-hearth fireplace of one of the several parlours, or the library or on the terrace for complimentary tea, treats and friendly conversation.

Rates include a delightful full breakfast, afternoon English style "high-tea" and gracious personal service. Provincial and federal taxes are not included in the rate.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES:

• Heritage Architecture
• Fireplaces
• Whirlpool tubs
• Views of ocean and mountains
• Exquisite gardens