West Virginia boasts more than 100 charming bed and breakfast inns from which to choose. Here, you and your loved one will enjoy comfortable bedroom suites and sumptuous breakfasts served by gracious and hospitable hosts and hostesses. There are lodging selections to suit any taste, from elegant Victorian mansions to rustic log homes. Some guest rooms feature Jacuzzis and fireplaces, and many inns are furnished in antique décor that reflects the state’s prominent place in Civil War history.

Whether you’re staying for a night or a week, your stay at one of these B&Bs will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed. After a well-rested night, sit down to a leisurely breakfast of fresh fruits, baked goods and specialty dishes. In the afternoon, stop by the drawing room for a cup of tea or a glass of wine, then take a stroll through lovingly tended gardens to savor the fresh mountain air.

 

	'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.