The Greenbrier Overview Brochure
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Welcome to the Wonderful World of The hills of West Virginia are alive with the sound of music coming from the iconic Greenbrier resort – a National Historic Landmark and a hostelry listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The resort has been offering authentic Southern hospitality to all of its guests for more than 238 years. With its majestic white Georgian columns, it is often compared in beauty to Tara, so vividly presented in Gone with the Wind. Resting on 11,000 acres snuggled comfortably in the Allegheny Mountains, the stately resort offers 710 elegant rooms, 33 spacious suites, 96 clapboard cottages (that date back to 1778) and majestic, spacious estate homes. The hills are indeed alive with the colorful magic of The Greenbrier. he Greenbrier offers a memorable holiday • Four Distinct Golf Courses T brimming with more than 55 exciting activities • World Class Mineral Spa for everyone in the family. • The Casino Club (for guests only) • Off Road Driving A day at The Greenbrier may begin with a leisurely • Indoor & Outdoor Swimming Pools stroll through the grounds or an invigorating hike on • Indoor & Outdoor Tennis Facilities one of many scenic trails. • Cold War Era Secret Bunker • Falconry - The Sport of Kings ENTERTAINMENT Many of our activities can be customized for groups. • Fly Fishing Our reservation experts will gladly suggest a custom • Horseback & Pony Rides itinerary based on your preferences. Then they will • Trap, Skeet & Sporting Clays book activity reservations in advance so all you have • Hunting Excursions ALL DAY LONG to do is enjoy your stay at America’s Resort. • Croquet & Shuffleboard Memories are made to last at The Greenbrier. • Canoeing & Kayaking • White Water Rafting he Greenbrier has been called the most Each room, whether in the hotel or in the cottages, T beautiful resort in America, and the original features a nightly turndown service and a goodnight Dorothy Draper décor is now considered iconic. Under mint chocolate waiting on the pillow. the discriminating eye of decorator and curator Carleton Varney, all accommodations – suites, rooms Elegance, comfort, and unrivalled hospitality await and cottages – sing of happy colors and elegance. visitors at The Greenbrier – the most beautiful resort Every detail, from furniture to wall coverings and in America. ROOMS FOR fabrics, dazzle the eye and create that memorable experience found only at The Greenbrier. All guests should experience the luxurious Presidential 710 Elegant Rooms Suite that has hosted royalty, statesmen, and 33 Spacious Suites DREAMING film luminaries. President Eisenhower made the Presidential Suite his own when he stayed on the 96 Clapboard Cottages grounds, as did the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. 6 Multi-Bedroom Estate Homes CUISINE BEYOND COMPARE he Greenbrier and its award-winning culinary brigade are T constantly creating tempting delights, from Afternoon Tea and cookies in the Upper Lobby to scrumptious homemade ice cream in Draper’s to decadent evening desserts at Prime 44 West. The dining collection at The Greenbrier is comprised of 19 full-time and seasonal restaurants, cafés, bars and lounges, demonstrating superlative standards in culinary arts. The iconic Main Dining Room is the epitome of Greenbrier cuisine in an elegant setting, a timeless classic featuring Southern and French-inspired dishes. In-Fusion offers fresh sushi and Asian cuisine, The Forum presents Italian pasta and pizza from clay-fired ovens, and Prime 44 West features Wagyu beef and lobster mashed potatoes. At The Golf Club, guests can relax beneath a mountain view and enjoy the best of seafood, chicken, and Continental cuisine at Sam Snead’s or an after-golf drink at Slammin’ Sammy’s. On Greenbrier Avenue, guests can savor Dorothy’s Chicken Pot Pie at Draper’s or salads, sandwiches and a large selection of wines by the glass at Café Carleton. Or, one can simply lounge beside the infinity pool and lunch under the sun at Tree Tops Café. Even the cornbread is a prizewinner, and in the best spirit of Southern hospitality, guests take the recipe home. The Greenbrier offers the finest in Southern comfort, in its luxurious setting and in its exquisite cuisine. SPARKLING NIGHTS he Greenbrier sparkles with excitement – with live T entertainment, dancing, champagne toasts and a line-up of other activities for all ages. The Casino Club, “the most beautiful in the world,” features all the games one finds in Monte Carlo, and all the elegance as well. A festive atmosphere, magnificent décor and that special Greenbrier touch create the ultimate casino experience. Each evening, enjoy a champagne toast and performance of The Greenbrier Waltz by our Springhouse Entertainers. Sparkling nights also include live entertainment and dancing at 42 Below, located 42 feet below the front entrance in the Casino Club or after-dinner drinks in the Lobby Bar while sitting under a chandelier straight from the Gone with the Wind movie set. In the winter, skate under the stars at the outdoor Skating Rink and sip hot chocolate by the fire. For younger guests, the resort offers children’s programs featuring laser tag, movies, bowling, swimming and a reliable babysitting service. Registered Windsor Club guests staying in the Virginia Wing can relax and enjoy exclusive access to the historic Virginia Room, where drinks and canapés are served in a relaxing lounge environment. And at the end of an event-filled day, guests can retire to elegant bedrooms and fall asleep with the glow of stars in the clear night sky. Nights truly sparkle at The Greenbrier! SHOPPING ADVENTURES 60 Exit 156 Sam Black Church 219 or those who love to shop, The Greenbrier is stocked full of 92 Greenbrier men’s and women’s fashions, accessories, home furnishings, 60 Valley Airport Exit 161 F Exit 150 64 jewelry and handbags. And who doesn’t love to shop? Dawson Alta/Alderson Every child will love Fizzy’s Land of Oz, where the shelves are filled to 64 Exit 181 White Sulphur 64 the brim with books, toys, puzzles, and everything else a child could Exit 169 U.S. 60 East Lewisburg 60 fancy. Exit 143 Green Sulphur 60 For the lady of style, Bellissima features designers including Badgley 64 Exit 183 Mischka, Lafayette 148 and Joseph Ribkoff. The Ralph Lauren shop Crows, VA Exit 175 is always outfitted with the latest in Ralph’s lifestyle collections. Vera Harts Run/ White Sulphur Bradley, Brighton, Pandora, and Dooney & Bourke make Crepe 219 Myrtle Bags & Beads the perfect spot for accessories and gifts. Flying High, the newest addition to Greenbrier Avenue, features a fabulous WEST VIRGINIA VIRGINIA selection of women’s resort fashions while Belle & Beau carries contemporary ensembles and accessories for young adults. rrive in elegant style! The Greenbrier is located The man of style will dress to impress at Greenbrier Avenue Men’s with in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia A fashions from top men’s collections such as Oxxford, Robert Graham perfectly situated in the southeast corner of the state. The and Peter Millar. The Greenbrier Classic Shop features a variety of resort is within two miles of Interstate 64 just west of the Greenbrier Classic branded golf merchandise and apparel. ELEGANT Virginia/West Virginia border. By car, America’s Resort is a four hour drive from Washington, D.C. or Pittsburgh, PA. The Greenbrier Gourmet features kitchen gadgets and specialty foods including The Greenbrier’s famous peaches, as well as morning Commercial, private and jet air service is available through and afternoon cooking demonstrations. Greenbrier Valley Regional Airport (airport code: LWB) The Art Colony Shops, located in the historic Alabama Row Cottages, and Amtrak’s Cardinal train 9 with sleeper car, business ARRIVAL feature skilled West Virginia artisans working with metals, leather, and coach class accommodations, stops directly across the brass, wood, glass and pottery. street from The Greenbrier’s front entrance. And who can resist a handmade truffle from The Candy Maker? The Greenbrier – for those who love to shop. rom sweeping mountain views painted by Mother Nature to superb pieces of solid wood F furnishings crafted by hand, The Art Colony Shops showcase the best of West Virginia. The historic Alabama Row Cottages, among the oldest structures at The Greenbrier, were built in the 1830s with porches designed to capture the best views and cool summer breezes. By the early 20th century these cottages were showing their advanced age when Cleveland artists William and Natalie Grauer proposed an “art colony.” Featuring the work of skilled artisans working in metals, leather, glass and pottery, The Art Colony Shops showcase The Art Colony Shops West Virginia craftsmen at their finest. Enjoy a fascinating glass blowing demonstration in Virtu Studio or simply marvel at the craftsmanship of furniture, jewelry, scarves and art. THE BUNKER he former U.S. Government Relocation Facility was a T top secret of the Cold War designed to accommodate both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives in the event of a national emergency. Planned by the Eisenhower Administration, in cooperation with the leadership of the U.S. Congress, the facility was built under The Greenbrier between 1958 and 1961. Once completed, a small cadre of government employees working as Forsythe Associates maintained it in a state of constant readiness. During the life of the facility, continual updating of communications and other equipment and recycling of supplies ensured that the facility was always in a current full-operation status. The secrecy of its location, paramount to the facility’s effectiveness, was maintained for more than 30 years until May 31, 1992, when The Washington Post published a story effectively exposing it. The day after the story appeared, the facility began to be phased out, a procedure that was finalized in July 1995 with the termination of the lease agreement between the U.S.