Dinner at Craignair Inn


Item Number: 213

Time Left: CLOSED

Value: $90

Online Close: Nov 19, 2008 9:00 PM EST

Bid History: 7 bids - Item Sold!

Description

Gift certificate for dinner for two at the Craignair Inn complete with appetizers, entrees and desserts.


Set on a granite ledge rising from the sea and surrounded by flower gardens, Craignair was built in 1928 to house workers from the nearby quarries. Little has changed here since the turn of the century, and you can still feel the mood of a once lively and active working town. The Union Hall still stands, as well as the old General Store and Post Office. The Chapel, where the stonecutters and their families once worshipped, is now an annex to the Inn. Evidence of the Quarry-Workers' time is also portrayed in the beautiful granite causeway that stretches across the water to Clark Island, where a great Quarry was once the center of this picturesque village. Clark Island granite was used in the construction of the Central Park bridges and gate houses, and in the Brooklyn Battery tunnel, both in New York City, and the Library of Congress in Washington, just to name a few.


The Boarding House was converted to an Inn in 1947 by the current Innkeeper's Mother and Father, Alice and David Renegar. They sold it in the 70's to the Buck's. After five years, the Bucks sold it to the Smiths, and in 1998 Neva--the Original Innkeeper's Daughter--and her husband Steve purchased the Inn. Since then, they have worked hard transforming the Craignair into a lovely place to stay and dine. The Downstairs has a warm and cheerful Parlor and Library, with a sunny Dining Room that has a breathtaking view of the ocean and Clark Island. Upstairs there are 13 rooms, 6 with private baths and 7 with shared. The Vestry Annex has 8 rooms, all with private bath and air conditioning. Each room is charmingly decorated with antiques and tasteful décor.


Craignair Inn is attractive to visitors who seek peace, privacy, tranquility, and natural beauty. It is a magical place, and is ideal for writers, naturalists, artists, or those who seek a change of pace.


The cuisine in Craignair's dining room is prepared to order using fresh local seafoods, meats, homemade sauces, breads, pasta and pastries. Our Crab Cakes and Lobster Newburg are infamous, and you're sure to enjoy a delicious meal no matter what your tastes!


The Dining Room at the Craignair is warm and inviting, elegant and relaxed. With a breathtaking view of the water complimented with an atmosphere of friendliness and delicious food, dining at the Craignair is a delight for one and all.

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Donated by

Neva Joseph