The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce has cooked up another delightful inaugural event for the merry month of May. Celebrate spring with the “Parade of Inns: A Walking Tour of the Charming Inns of Jacksonville,” on Sunday, May 21, from 1-5pm. Ticketholders can enjoy a self-guided walking tour of five of Jacksonville’s prominent historic inns plus extras.

In addition to viewing the beautifully refurbished interiors of these historical lodgings, each inn has partnered with a local restaurant, retail, and wine business. Visitors will enjoy a sample bite and wine tasting at each location. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased from the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce website at www.jacksonvilleoregon.org. A walking map will be provided showing the participating inns along with directions. They may be toured in order of choice and at each stop, ticketholders may have a punch card stamped to enter a drawing—with a lucky winner receiving a two-night stay at TouVelle House.

The tour will include the 1916 TouVelle House on North Oregon Street—one of the finest examples of Craftsman architecture in the valley. It was built by Judge Frank Touvelle as a wedding gift for his wife, Elizabeth. TouVelle House Bed & Breakfast serves a delicious three-course breakfast for their guests and boasts the only swimming pool in town.

The iconic Jacksonville Inn on California Street is another stop. Constructed in 1874 by Irish immigrant P.J. Ryan, the Jacksonville Inn is a boutique hotel that has welcomed presidents and celebrities. Jville Inn stands within the pulse of Jacksonville’s downtown activities and has eight well-appointed rooms overlooking the historic town.

Next up is Kubli Haus on South Oregon Street—a stunning Victorian home built in 1860 by Swiss storekeeper, printer, and telegraph operator Kasper Kubli. Kubli Haus features five independent vacation suites that integrate modern comforts with historical features unique to each suite. Kubli Haus beckons with an expansive wraparound porch for the ultimate lounging opportunity.

McCully House Inn on California Street is open to visitors on the tour. The McCully House was built in Classic Revival style and completed in 1861. It is the oldest inn in the state still in operation. Jane McCully, wife of John, is the hero of this historical tale. See her picture prominently displayed and learn her story. With six deluxe guestrooms and three luxurious suites, the McCully House welcomes visitors with open arms.

Fifth on the tour is the newly refreshed Magnolia Hotel on 5th Street. This elegant Spanish Revival property started out in 1928 as a sanatorium and health spa. It was converted to a bed and breakfast in 2007 and has recently been lovingly refurbished throughout by the new owners. The Magnolia is a charming boutique hotel with an even dozen rooms available—each one individualized with artistic creativity and comfort. As an added plus, they satisfy a book-lover’s dream with a large selection of classic books.

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