Category Archives: Inns & Lodging

A Scottish Castle in Fort Worden

Posted on May 31, 2012 by TKGilb

Alexander’s Castle is a fairy tale residence built of red brick with a crenelated tower. It was designed and built by John B. Alexander for love of a woman . . . though the woman in question never set foot across the threshold. Continue reading →

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Timberline Lodge – A Work of Art

Posted on November 10, 2011 by TKGilb

Timberline Lodge is a cherished icon of the Pacific NW. Located on the southern slope of Mount Hood, this bustling ski lodge attracts more than two million visitors annually. Continue reading →

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The Real Rose Red Mansion – Thornewood Castle

Posted on October 30, 2011 by TKGilb

Much of Stephen King’s Rose Red mini-series was filmed onsite at Thornewood Castle in Lakewood, WA. Continue reading →

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Columbia Gorge Hotel II

Posted on November 20, 2010 by TKGilb

Perched high atop a cliff overlooking the Columbia River, the Columbia Gorge Hotel’s distinctive Mediterranean-style architecture dates back to the Roaring 20’s. During its heyday, this “oasis of opulence” attracted visitors from all over the world. Continue reading →

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Columbia Gorge Hotel

Posted on November 20, 2010 by TKGilb

During its heyday, the Columbia Gorge Hotel attracted visitors from around the world. Perched high atop a cliff overlooking the Columbia River, the hotel’s distinctive Mediterranean-style architecture dates back to the Roaring 20’s. Continue reading →

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