No better way to begin,
than by sharing a quote from a bellman,
"we make it happen here at the Grand".
From the moment you enter the gates
and circle to the front doors of the Grand Marriott at Point Clear
you have entered true traditional southern hospitality.
There is no need to leave the resort until it's time
to return home.
This past week I was given the opportunity to
"tag along" with my husband on a company trip.
And, no the couple you see in the picture below
is not yours truly.
Point Clear, AL is located close to Fairhope
and its name depicts the location,
as it rests out on a point in Mobile Bay.
The grounds at The Grand are very beautiful and
well maintained.
I could not help but realize & appreciate the "work" that takes place all night as you sleep in the quiet.
The flowers were soaking up the sun and enjoying the humidity.
"can't say the heat & humidity was pleasurable"
A brick paved walkway surrounds the resort
almost to the entirety.
Great for bicycles and
midnight strolls with the sweetheart.
Hammocks for relaxing.
swings overlooking the bay
to enjoy during the cooler late evening hours
we had a meet & greet reception
at this outdoor reception area upon arrival
a spectacular view of the bay
dining at its finest
several restaurants with the most
delicious food & the presentation
of the meal amazing
indoors or outdoors
We attended a dinner at the very top
where the brown shutters are in the windows.
The view was breathtaking.
You may request to dine in
The Secret Garden for a special occasion.
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Birthdays, Engagements, Anniversaries & Celebrations
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We did not do this ~ but, our 25th Anniversary is up ahead ;-)
In the Secret Garden the table is set with beautiful
china, crystal and linens, a journal is brought to the
table for recording your celebration,
while dining you can read of others special moments
spent in The Secret Garden.
Each afternoon at 4:00 sharp
the cannon is fired to salute today's
military and those who have passed through the
historic hotel through the years.
The ceremony begins with a military band
marching around the property and ending at the Cannon.
The first hotel was built in 1830 at Point Clear.
In 1860 the hotel was used as a military hospital,
after the Battle of Vicksburg.
A Confederate Cemetery, adjacent to the hotel grounds
is a resting place for more than 300 soliders who died
at Point Clear.
Enjoy the remaining pictures.
The hotel was closed in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina
and reopened in November 2006
following a 50 million dollar renovation.
a family enjoying a game of golf
after brunch on Sunday
I saved the best for last :-)
Be sure to make plans to enjoy
the most relaxing part of the stay.
The Spa at the Grand
The entrance to the Spa.
Hotel rooms are also available above the Spa.
A variety of services are available at this magnificent place.
The Quiet Room is indescribable.
The BEST yet!
it does the body good to rest awhile
Hope you have enjoyed reading of my
memories and the beauty captured.
I am sharing the link to this
wonderful place.
Karen
Southern Living Magazine
is offering a Post-Labor Day Rate
for the
at Point Clear, Alabama
in September 2011 magazine
you must have the booking code: L9Z
In no way or means compensated
by Grand Hotel, Point Clear, AL or Southern Living.
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