This inviting attic
suite, with its spacious sleeping quarters with loveseat and separate
fireside sitting area, is ideal for romantic get-a-ways. Many call it
the "honeymoon suite." These quarters feature exposed original
overhead beams bearing carved roman numerals to indicate their
placement, and offers spectacular views of Kilburnie's surroundings.
The suite is named for
Colonel James Walkup, a Revolutionary War partisan whose magnificent
Greek revival home is just eight miles north on the road to Waxhaw,
NC. His plantation was the site of the battle of the Waxhaw's in 1781,
and prints in the suite include scenes of Continental and partisan
troops of the Revolution. The name of this third-floor suite is also a
play on words, forewarning guests that a "walk-up" is required to
reach these inviting quarters.
The furnishings include
a circa 1860 chest of drawers, two snug wing chairs opposite the gas
log fireplace, a circa 1840 heart-pine mantle, a comfortable four-post
queen-size bed, and an upholstered daybed. The art collection in this
suite includes old prints and South Carolina maps and a "chromo
graph"
of a pioneer scene. The luxurious bathroom features a pedestal sink, a
large hydro therapy whirlpool bath, and an enclosed shower. Guests lodging in this
room are encouraged to relax and enjoy the view of Craig Farm and
historic Craig House from the comfortable rocking chairs on
Kilburnie's second story front porch.
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