Labor Day Weekend

What an incredible weekend we had at Red Bud Manor.  All our guest were so much fun.  We had 2 weddings this weekend (same day) and lots of new guests, as a first time experience to a bed and breakfast.  The porch was filled with guests drinking our famous champagne raspberry ice tea with David's lavender scones. The weather was beautiful and the birds sang all day.
The experience that you have at Red Bud Manor is always out of the ordinary.  We always want to make your stay with us, life long memories.
My biggest joy is serving everyone who chooses to share their time with us.   

New Look at Red Bud

We have some great upgrades that we have completed at Red Bud Manor.  All rooms have new carpet and freshly painted walls. We also upgraded the sinks and fixtures in all restrooms.  It is absolutely beautiful. We spared no expense to pamper our guests with the best.  Along with new egyptian sheets and towels, you will love the design of your room and feel the comforts that surround you. We want your experience to be 5 star.  We appreciate you sharing your time with us and we want you to leave with "Lifetime Memories". 

Thank you Eureka Springs and David

I wanted to say how much I love Red Bed Manor and how much I appreciate David Washum. He is the innkeeper at Red Bud Manor Inn and is doing such a beautiful job keeping the food incredible and the guests happy. If you haven't met David, you are in for a treat. He is such a sweet soul and is eager to make your stay perfect. I am so fortunate to know David as well as to call him my friend. This is such a endeavor that has come together in harmony. The energy at Red Bud Manor is unlike anything you will experience. Lots of positive vibes and healthy food keeps us in tune with our inner conscience. It keeps getting better and better. Thank you David for all you do!!!

Red Bud Manor has a New Owner!

I found a slice of paradise tucked into the hills of Eureka Springs. I had looked at what seemed like an endless number of bed and breakfasts, from Asheville to Napa, before I stumbled upon the Red Bud Manor Inn. Crossing the threshold felt right in a way I had not believed could exist. 

My name is Catherine Pappas, and I have dreamed of the day when I could own my very own little bed and breakfast. A native New Yorker, I fled the City of Dreams to pursue a slower (at least I thought) life  in Houston, Texas. Years later, I am proud to say I’ve devoted my life to the elderly, and have been a better person for it. However, the dream of becoming an innkeeper has finally come to fruition, and color me excited, I can’t wait to dive in headfirst! 

I look forward to adding my personal touch to the Red Bud Manor Inn, but still keeping with the traditions set forth by its previous owner, Deb. One aspect of Eureka Springs I adore is the eco-consciousness. I strive to be as carbon neutral as I can, and look forward to exploring new ways to add on to what Deb has already created. 

Stay tuned for the updates I have in store for the Red Bud Manor. I promise you won’t be disappointed. I’m redesigning a few things, with luxury in mind, in order to create the ultimate relaxing getaway for you and your loved ones.

Happy Valentines Day

Did you know that Valentines Day is the second most popular card sharing holiday just behind Christmas?  Today approximately 141 million cards will be exchanged and approximately 85% of them will be purchased by women.  So I guess that leaves the men to buy the box of chocolates or jewelry for his sweet.

Some traditions of Valentines Day include stories as far back as the Middle Ages, where names of men and women were exchanged by drawing from a hat and then each person wearing the others name on their sleeve for a week before February 14th. So perhaps this is where we get the phrase "wearing your heart on your sleeve".   Then there was the citing of a bird on February 14th representing the type of love a young girl would marry.  If she saw a Robin, she would marry a sailor; if she saw a sparrow she would marry a poor man, but have a happy life; and if she saw a goldfinch she would marry someone rich.

My guests this past weekend celebrated Valentines Day with wonderful dinners at some of Eureka's finest restaurants, had couples massages and attended the Chocolate Festival.  They were also treated to a bag of Valentines goodies in their rooms including homemade red velvet crunch cookies.  If you are still thinking about Valentines Day and haven't quite gotten around to express your love they way you would like, you could always book a weekend romantic getaway for next weekend here at the Manor.  Or if that doesn't fit your schedule, by her or him a gift certificate for a future romantic trek to the extraordinary escape of Eureka Springs.

Happy Valentines Day

VW Bugs Invading Eureka Springs

One of my favorite weekends in Eureka Springs is the last weekend in August when the Northwest Arkansas VW Show is in town.  Volkswagens have been a big part of this country's driving experience.  In fact my first car was a VW bug that I took to college and later I owned a VW Bug convertible.  Both of these cars were among my favorites.  I'm thinking there might have to be one in my garage when I retire!

Recognized as one of the largest three-day events in the Mid-West, this year's VW festival , August 27 - 29, celebrates its 18th year in Eureka Springs. Whether you're a fan of the classic bug, a Karmann Ghia, a VW van or one of the newer modern VWs, there will be something for you.  In fact you'll be able to admire your favorites from the front porch of the Manor as the parade on Saturday at 3PM will go right by the inn. 

If you'd like to see all the cars in the show up close and personal you can at the Inn of the Ozarks which is just a short walk from Red Bud Manor.  For more information visit http://www.nwavwa.com/

Tasty August Tours

The third weekend in August promises to tantalize your taste buds and melt away the heat as the Alliance of Better Bed and Breakfasts hosts this late summer event, August Taste of the Inns.  Each member inn will have decadent appetizers and specialty mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails) and tours of their facilities.  Participants will receive recipes of the gourmet items presented at each of the seven bed and breakfasts and will also be entered into a drawing for gift certificates from local merchants and restaurants. 

Red Bud Manor will offer Mai Tais with Tropical Bruschetta and Hawiian Tea Sandwiches.  There is still one jacuzzi room left for this fun filled weekend and the August Taste of the Inn package include your tour tickets ($25 per person).  This self-guided B&B tour will occur during cocktail hour 3 to 7 PM on August 21, 2010.  To see all the inns participating go to http://www.relaxeureka.com/.  Call Red Bud Manor now to reserve your space as only 100 tickets will be sold.