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Elaine's comments:
The Argentia Suite is named for the community in Placentia Bay that
served as the mercantile capital for the fishing industry within
that bay. But Argentia was to become more prominent than that. In
1942, seeking an ice free port closer to Europe, the U.S. government
took a 99 year lease for what was to become home to the largest
number of U.S. military naval air men and women and their families
outside of the U.S. The base closed in the mid-60s.
People often
ask me why I don’t have a typical Newfoundland accent. I tell
them I do! I speak like a Newfoundlander who grew up next to all
those American military families!
The Argentia
was a find within the house – literally. When I purchased
the house – it was a small closet with a wonderful pine set
of drawers. We knew it was much larger, because the outside structure
indicated substantially more floor space. My kids used to joke that
maybe the unopened space is where the ghosts hid!
We took out
the walls, found 15 more linear feet, added a great dormer and the
result is a marvelous, multi angled, charming suite. And no ghosts.
Or none that show themselves to me!
You will find
the Argentia one of our more conservative experiences – no
frills, but equally romantic with quality, leather furniture, fireplace
and a deep soaker tub in a mirrored setting. The soaker was my choice
-- I like the fact that you do not have to turn off the jets to
speak!
The Argentia
has become a favorite for corporate clients looking for all the
comforts of a St. John's boutique hotel or inn,…and for those
who like to celebrate in a contemporary and luxurious setting.
- Luxury celebration
suite - contemporary, spacious and discreet
- Full, cooked
breakfast in your suite a standard option
- Queen bed
with luxury bedding – duvets, comfy mattresses, combination
of polyester and feather pillows
- Private washroom
- Over-sized,
mirrored, double person soaker tub in private alcove off bedroom
area
- Hardwood
and ceramic floors
- Self regulating
heater and air conditioner
- Fireplace
- TV/DVD/CD
Player
- Wireless
Internet
- Includes
all standard hotel-like amenities:
- Hair
dryer, iron and board, soaps, shampoos, etc.
- Tea-lights
candles and holders
- Refrigerator
- Cribs,
cots, high chairs, rollaway beds (upon request)
- Alarm
clock
- Electrical
adapters (upon request)
- Priced for
double occupancy, additional per person charges apply
- Call or
email for rates
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