Pamper yourself for a luxurious stay in a charming West Virginia bed and breakfast inn, where you and your loved one will enjoy comfortable bedroom suites and sumptuous breakfasts served by gracious and hospitable hosts and hostesses. This is just a sampling of the Mountain State's B & Bs. With more than 100 lovely and quaint bed and breakfasts from which to choose, you're sure to find one that fits your personality and tastes.

The Bonnie Dwaine Bed & Breakfast, Glen Dale

For pleasure, relaxation, comfort, charm and just to relax and enjoy yourself spend a night at the Bonnie Dwaine, www.bonnie-dwaine.com. The guest rooms have been professionally decorated in period furnishings, including many antiques. Each room has a combination whirlpool/tub and shower, inviting you to unwind, relax and indulge in romantic elegance. A tour of the B&B takes you to the library, which offers quiet and coziness The living room is ideal for meeting old and new friends and the dining room features a breathtakingly stunning crystal chandelier.

Carriage Inn, Charles Town

The Carriage Inn, www.carriageinn.com, built in the early 1800s is a grand colonial home, which has been carefully restored. Each of the five, cozy bedrooms have been carefully restored and are light and airy with each having its private bath and queen size canopy bed. Four of the rooms have working fireplaces. The many fireplaces throughout the house provide a romantic and warm atmosphere, and tea and wine are always available in the dining room. Guests may take leisurely strolls through the spacious, shaded lawn up to the inn's large veranda. With history abounding, the B&B was the site of a meeting between Ulysses S. Grant and General Phillip Sheridan in 1864. The two met here in the east parlor to discuss Civil War strategy.

Deerpark Country Inn, Buckhannon

Oozing coziness and ambiance in the two suites and seven bedrooms, Deerpark Country Inn, www.deerparkcountryinn.com, is the perfect place to nestle down with your loved one. You'll find charming, twin wraparound porches, Civil War memorabilia and photographs, a big stone fireplace in the lodge's sitting room and quilt-covered king sized beds. During the day, guests may roam the countryside taking in the sites; hike the numerous trails or fish in the stocked pond. After dinner, end the evening in the inviting tavern or on the terrace.

Dian-Lee House, Bluefield

Check into the Dian-Lee House, http://www.dianlee.com, a WV B&B that reflects the formality of a southern mansion and offers six richly appointed suites. You and your loved one may take a romantic stroll through the lush gardens and walkways that surround the Dian-Lee. A tour of the home includes the entrance hall, which features an Austrian crystal chandelier. The other rooms offer a baby grand piano and sweeping staircase. The warm drawing room is perfect for reading and social gathering. Breakfast includes fresh fruits, eggs, bacon and breads.

Heritage Farm Museum and Village, Huntington

This rustic, yet charming bed and breakfast, www.heritagefarmmuseum.com, offers five log homes, each featuring two antique-filled bedrooms with kitchens, wood burning fireplaces and private baths. The cabins include the Blackberry, Strawberry, Hollyberry, Applebutter and the Woodbury Inns, as well as an entire village of buildings and activities. Included are a one-room school house, gift shop, log cabin meeting house, petting zoo, country store, Appalachian Center, steam powered saw mill, steam tractor exhibit and more.

Hillbrook Inn, Charles Town

You and your special one's eyes will delight in the dramatic beauty of Hillbrook http://www.hillbrookinn.com/ from the moment you round the bend at the end of the long drive. Upon entering the country inn, the full impact of its unusual architecture strikes you. You'll take in the rich patina of old wood, the glow of polished brass and the deep jewel tones of oriental rugs that combine to create a seductively relaxing atmosphere. Check into the Bamford Suite, one of Hillbrook's six rooms. The imposing antique double bed is piled high with feather pillows and goose down comforters to keep you warm at night. Emerging from Bamford follow your nose to the dining room and enjoy a seven-course dinner that lasts more than two hours and ordered from the evening's menu. Following a good night's sleep, settle in for a three-course breakfast, served in the sunny enclosed porch.

Old Stone Manse, Caldwell

This 18^th century Victorian B&B, www.oldstonemanse.com, is steeped in history and the romance of that era. The original hand-hewn log beams are exposed and the walls are heavily stenciled in a colorful primitive pattern and the original wide plank floors have been retained. Guests may relax in the living room where some of the original, 1796 marbleizing has been restored. Featured are two charming rooms with queen sized pencil post canopy beds with antique furnishings and private baths. Nearby is the Greenbrier River Trail.

Washington House Inn Bed & Breakfast, Charles Town

This West Virginia county inn, www.washingtonhouseinnwv.com, is graced with antique furnishings, carved oak mantles, magnificent foyer, spacious guest rooms and private baths with thirsty robes. You and your loved one may enjoy the serenity of the gazebo or unwind on the large, inviting wraparound veranda, complete with swing and rocking chairs. Escape to a luxurious room that exudes romance. In addition to the Jacuzzi, your room includes the inviting warmth of a fireplace. Morning brings a full breakfast complete with fresh baked goods, traditional and specialty dishes.

These B&Bs are just a few of the unique and delightful places to stay throughout West Virginia. For more information on the Mountain State's many other West Virginia B&Bs, please visit www.bbonline.com/wv or call West Virginia Tourism's toll-free number 1-800-CALL WVA (1- 800-225-5982) or visit www.callwva.com.

	'Blown away' by factory tours

Prepare to be impressed with West Virginia 's world-class glass tradition - and the factory tours that bring this ancient art to life. From handcrafted carafes and pilsner glasses to beautiful, highly individualistic art glass, modern day artisans bend and blow this delicate medium into gorgeous and useful objects.

Blenko Glass became famous because of its elegant and functional water bottle, in production since 1938. A lovely item that is popular as a one-of-a-kind gift, water bottles and many other items are produced at the factory in Milton near Huntington. Choose your own favorite during a tour.

Three generations of Fentons celebrated 100 years of art glass creation at Fenton Art Glass in Williamstown, near Parkersburg , in 2005. The tour, which allows visitors on the factory floor, was recently ranked among the Top 10 in the country by USA Today.

Other factory favorites include Homer Laughlin (makers of colorful Fiestaware) in Newell and Masterpiece Crystal Factory in Jane Lew, which makes glasses for a Las Vegas casino, among other places. 'Seconds' can be purchased at very reasonable prices at both places. And while it's not really a factory per se, you can watch artisans at work at the state's arts and crafts showcase, Tamarack, in Beckley.