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Whether they were abandoned long ago or still stand as beacons in the fog, hundreds of lighthouses decorate the beautiful shores of North America. But only a few invite people to stay the night.Staying at a Lighthouse visits these unique overnight havens, offering a personal tour of the most sought-after landmarks in the country. A few of them operate as grand bed-and-breakfast inns. Others provide a more rustic experience, offering guests a retreat from the hustle and bustle of their daily lives. Still others allow visitors to assume the role of lighthouse keeper for a short time. But they all provide an experience that is romantic, renewing, and above all, memorable.Readers can step back in time at these and many other coastal towers: *Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon*East Brother Light Station, California*Sand Hills Lighthouse Inn, Michigan*Rose Island Lighthouse, Rhode Island*Saugerties Lighthouse, New York*Race Point Lighthouse, Massachusetts*Monomoy Point Lighthouse, Massachusetts*The Keeper's House Inn, MaineInformation provided in each profile includes history of the lighthouse and the area, background of the present-day keepers, and a description of the accommodations and the guest experience, plus all pertinent practical details-address, phone number, e-mail address, directions, seasons of operation, rates, and more. Beautiful color and archival photographs of the featured lighthouse inns enhance this terrific little guide.
