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Kentucky Bed and Breakfast Association Facebook Photo Contest

September 19, 2017

Stay at a BBAK Member B&B, take a selfie, and post to BBAK’s Facebook Page for monthly drawings for Gift Certificates to stay at B&Bs, plus a GRAND PRIZE 2-Night B&B Getaway. Photo entries accepted through July 31, 2018

Click to see the B&B Members in Kentucky

BBAK Hospitality Service Awards:

VOTE for your Favorite ALL-Star B&B in the following areas:
Favorite for Overall Hospitality & Service
Favorite for Amenities
Favorite Breakfast
Favorite Desserts
Favorite Innkeepers
Favorite B&B for Grounds & Gardens
Favorite Interior Design & Decorating
Favorite Romantic B&B
Favorite B&B Farmstay
Favorite Historic B&B
Favorite Urban B&B
Favorite for Architecture
Favorite Wedding Destination
Favorite for B&B Packages & Concierge Service
Favorite Themed-B&B
Favorite Family Friendly
Favorite Pet Friendly
Favorite for Girlfriend Getaways
Favorite for Retreats
Favorite for Spa Services

* Vote and be entered to WIN a $250 BBAK Gift Certificate. Vote NOW through December 31, 2017. Limit 1 entry per person.

Simply indicate your favorite B&Bs related to award categories and email to info@kentuckybb.com

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10 Reasons to Walk or Run in Downtown Henderson KY

September 4, 2017

The L&N Bed and Breakfast located less than one block from the Henderson KY Riverfront Walking Trails is perfect for walking and or running.  Our local tourism commission produced this article telling us how visitors and residents in our community can use this trail.  Check our availability! 

The River Walk is not only great for walking, it’s great for running too! From the Henderson Welcome Center at the Depot building, all the way to the end of the River Walk equals about2.5 miles So there are many ways you can mix up your running route to equal the length of a 5K (3.1 miles).

Here are some reasons why training for a 5K on the River Walk is more fun than training on your average gym treadmill.

  1. Scenic View – The River Walk winds through miles of parks and green space and has some of the best views of the Ohio River. You’ll never be bored looking at all the scenery!

  2. Diverse Elevation – The River Walk route has lots of flat terrain, gentle sloping hills, and a few short inclines and declines that will give you a good work out. If you come upon any surprise terrain during your 5K races, at least your muscles will be able to handle the hills!

  3. Lighted Path at Night – Only able to train after work? There’s about a mile of pathway on the River Walk (from 7th Street to 12th Street) that has lighting lining the path, making the River Walk a perfect option for runners who like to train after the sun goes down.

  4. Safe Pathways – The River Walk is for pedestrian traffic only, which means you’re safe from cyclers. Also, the River Walk is paved and wider than your average sidewalk giving you plenty of room to run!

  5. Downtown Detour – If you want to switch up your running route, the River Walk is just a few blocks away from historic Main Street. You can easily take a detour from your usual route to look at all the beautiful Mani Street homes. Main Street is very wide, so there is plenty of room for runners, walkers, and bikers. Main Street is bike-friendly with marked bike lanes for cyclers.

  6. Take a Break! – Feeling a little tuckered out? There are plenty of benches and places to rest along the River Walk. There are also shade trees and playgrounds as you near Atkinson Park.

  7. No Need to Bring a Water Bottle – Another great reason to train on the River Walk is that there are several drinking fountains scattered along the route. So there’s no need to awkwardly run with a water bottle in your hand. Do take note, though, that the water fountains are turned off during winter. Another fun fact: some of these water fountains also have a drinking spout for dogs, too! Which brings us to our next tip…

  8. Popular With Pups – The River Walk is an active spot for dog walkers of all kinds. If you enjoy furry smiles and stealing a quick pet from a pooch on your runs, the River Walk is the place to go!

  9. Plenty of Parking – The River Walk is easy to get to with several different places to park your car along the 2.5 mile route. Or if you are looking for a scenic route on your drive home, turn left at the corner of 12th Street and Merritt Drive (near the hospital), and you will get an awesome view of the River Walk on your drive home.

  10. Vibrant Downtown – The River Walk winds through many popular spots where locals like to meet up. It’s super easy to meet up with friends in one of the five parks that the River Walk runs along. It’s also convenient to be near downtown Henderson where you can watch the active railroad train bridge and riverfront water fountain display in the summer, swing by some stores to shop local, or grab a bite to eat and drinks after your workout.

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Henderson Recognized in Kentucky Living Magazine’s 2017 Best in Kentucky Awards

August 24, 2017

Henderson, KY (August 25, 2017) – The winners of Kentucky Living magazine’s seventh annual Best in Kentucky Awards were announced yesterday at the Kentucky State Fair. Several tourist attractions in Henderson County were recognized at the awards ceremony. The following winners were announced:

1st Place in Best Music Festival – W.C. Handy Blues and Barbecue Festival
2nd Place in Best Antique Store – The Elm Street Consignments & More
3rd Place in Best Winery in Kentucky – Farmer & Frenchman Winery
3rd Place in Best Historic Site – John James Audubon State Park
3rd Place in Best Place to Hike – John James Audubon State Park
3rd Place in Best Barbecue – J&B Barbecue

Henderson County was recognized in ten categories in 2016 Best in Kentucky Awards. This is the second year in a row that the W.C. Handy Blues & Barbecue Festival was the first-place winner in Best Music Festival in Kentucky category.

The winners of 2017 Best in Kentucky Awards will be recognized in an upcoming print edition of Kentucky Living Magazine. Kentucky Living Magazine is the largest circulated publication in the state of Kentucky, with over 475,000 magazines in circulation and reaching about 1 million readers.

Kentucky’s tourism industry had a $14.5 billion impact on the Commonwealth of Kentucky in 2016. In Henderson County, tourist spending generated $63,550,037 in direct tourist spending.

For more information about the Best in Kentucky Awards, please visit www.kentuckylving.com. For more information on the economic impact of tourism in Kentucky, visit www.kentuckytourism.com.

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Looking for a Anniversary and Reunion Get-a-ways?

August 17, 2017

Why not stay with us and we’ll save you a parking space!

July and August are great months for a surprise your significant other with a stay at the L&N Bed and Breakfast. We’ve noticed that many couples are booking accommodations with us to take advantage of the relaxed and easy lifestyle of our great river town, Henderson, Kentucky has to offer. Come for a night, a weekend or a full week stay and enjoy southern hospitality at its best in a relaxed, turn of the century home filled with L&N railroad memorabilia.

We offer 4 bedrooms with 4 private baths, (two queen suites, one double, and one with twin beds). There are spacious living and dining rooms for relaxing and getting to know other guests. The kitchen offers soft drinks, coffee, teas and bottled water for your enjoyment. Breakfast is served daily either next door at the Priests’ home or at the river house located at 330 N Water Street (where guests can dine on the verandah weather permitting) with spacious views of the mighty Ohio River. 

Here are some suggestions for to do’s while visiting L&N and Henderson, Kentucky.

Dining Suggestions  (see our Eat’s Page)
(Local area restaurant menus are located in a basket next to the desk in the living room)
Just a few highlights
Farmer & Frenchman
Rookies-walkable
CKB-walkable
Wolfs Rockhouse-walkable

Activities
A sunrise or sunset stroll on the Riverwalk
John James Audubon Park
Shopping in downtown Henderson-Alles, Simons, J’Petals, Just Chic

August, September, and October are perfect months to visit L&N with your loved one. Let us make your stay extra special by having your room filled with flowers, a cake, wine or champagne, chocolates and/or fruit.  Contact us for details and pricing.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet relaxing getaway or to enjoy some great food and music L&N Bed and Breakfast can help make your stay in our beautiful river city extra special. We’re two hours from Nashville and Louisville and just a hop, skip or jump from you so come check out our beautiful and best-kept secret in Henderson.

We’re located beside an active railroad with over 50 trains at all hours of the day, so let the trains lull you into a deep slumber.

For booking and availability please see lnbbky.com/reservations or phone us at 270.831.1100 our reservation staff will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

We also have room for small events.  See our event rental page! 

 

 

 

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Bicycling and Breakfast in Henderson KY

May 4, 2017

May is National Bike Month, and 2017 marks the 200th anniversary of the invention of the bicycle! A German aristocrat is credited with inventing the “hobby horse” in 1817 to keep people moving during a shortage of horses. Weighing in at 50 pounds, the ‘bike’ (using the term very loosely) had two wooden wheels attached to a wooden frame; the riders sat on a leather saddle and pushed the ‘bike’ forward with their feet since there were no gears or pedals. Now that’s a fixie!

Biking – for commuting, racing, paved trail riding, off-road riding, and now the fat-tire phenom, are a bonanza for cyclists and a great way to explore the Henderson County bicycle paths.  Since 1965, more than 1,200 trails have opened on former rail beds – Rails to Trails – throughout the U.S.

Throughout Kentucky and throughout Henderson numerous bike paths and bicycle trail options exist for your enjoyment.

Popular Bicycle Routes in Henderson KY

We’re bicycle friendly at L&N Bed and Breakfast and welcome groups of up to 8 to overnight with us in our beautiful, cozy 4-bedroom turn of the century inn. Meet the innkeepers, Norris and Mary Elizabeth Priest and take a look at the families collection of eclectic bicycles.

Traveling without a bike? No worries we can help make arrangements to secure one for you. Keep in mind from the front door of the B&B there are a variety of paths, trails, and adventures accessible to bicycling enthusiasts. So if you’re looking for a May get-a-way vacation, come check out all Henderson, KY has to offer and enjoy a relaxing or invigorating bicycling adventure.

 

            

       

           

 

 

 

 

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New Upgrades and Improvements

February 3, 2017

As we begin our 22nd year of magical, southern, hospitality at the L&N, we wanted to let you know we’re constantly making upgrades and improvements for your comfort and pleasure. During the past year we have: 

  • installed luxurious, plush new carpet in our Central Park and Sunset Park rooms
  • Upgraded all rooms with new 30″ flat screen TVs
  • Begun taking online bookings at lnbbky.com/reservations 
  • Now accept all major credit cards via Square
  • Preserved the historic nature of the structure by reinforcing several of the built-in gutters of the home.
  • Thoroughly deep cleaned the entire property and added soothing music (via sonos) and essential oil fragrances (via doterra) to common spaces.
  • and Look for more changes and improvements in 2017! 

We invite you to visit us during the months of February and March, experience our upgrades and discover your nature here in Henderson, KY.

Watch for even more new, exciting additions coming soon to our website which will further enhance your stay with us. 

Check our availability now! 

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Henderson County High School Class of 1966

October 1, 2016

One of our all-time favorite types of guests is those that come back to Henderson KY for a coveted class reunion.

This weekend we were fortunate to accommodate a full house here for the 50th Class Reunion of Henderson County High School.

 

Here they are enjoying Mary Elizabeth’s famous cooked oatmeal.  We have guest rave about this stuff!

Come back home and visit #HendersonKY.  We will leave a light on for you and put a key out!

Online Reservations:  www.lnbbky.com/reservations 

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All Roads Lead to the L&N

August 22, 2016

imageThat’s what we would like to think and mostly true. With the L&N being at the heart of downtown Henderson KY we are conveniently located to many popular places around our area.

Below is a list of several and links to google maps showing driving directions.

Henderson Fine Arts Center
John James Audubon State Park
Henderson County Senior High and Athletic Complex
Ellis Park Race Course
Ford Center (Evansville)
Vanderburgh County 4-H Center (Frog Follies)

Maps to the L&N Bed and Breakfast

What have we missed in this listing?

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Happy 4th of July

June 30, 2016

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#1 on TripAdvisor for ‪Henderson KY‬

May 29, 2016

Recently we noticed that our downtown Bed and Breakfast is #1 on TripAdvisor for Henderson KY.

We like reviews!  Would you consider giving us one? See and create REVIEWS of our Bed and Breakfast.

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