Spring is here!

Spring is the most beautiful time of year at Graylyn! The estate is bursting with color during this season: the grass is bright green, yellow daffodils dot the landscape, and pink cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

Here are some of our staff’s thoughts about the start of this spring season. Feel free to share your spring pastimes with us!

Fresh cut grass in the morning sun…ON ANY golf course!! I love Spring!

Trout fishing, turkey hunting, kids playin' ball, gardening, crappie fishin', Bass fishin'...so little time so many fish to catch.

My favorite thing about spring is planting our garden! So far we’re working on onions, heirloom tomatoes, several different herbs, spinach, and peppers. Eating local doesn’t get any easier!

My daughter and I go hiking on the first day of spring and throughout the season.


My favorite things about spring are warmer weather, getting outside and playing for hours.


My allergies don't like it so much, but I love the budding trees and colorful flowers. The fresh cut green grass makes me want to walk barefoot and sit on nature's soft carpet. I love the opportunity to eat on our screened-in porch.


It is apparent that most everyone wants to enjoy what spring has to offer - golfing, gardening, fishing, playing 'ball, hiking, budding trees and flowers and the warmer weather. Seize the opportunity to go outdoors for any occasion.


Don't forget to enjoy Easter at Graylyn! On Sunday, April 4th, Graylyn offers a delectable Easter Brunch. The Easter bunny will be available for candid photos and 4 Easter egg hunts. The hunts will be at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. To make a reservation, please call 336-758-2428 or visit www.graylyn.com.

The History of Valentine's Day

Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. Who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday?

One legend contends that Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers than those with wives and families, he outlawed marriage for young men -- his crop of potential soldiers. Valentine, realizing the injustice of the decree, defied Claudius and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine’s actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death.

According to one legend, Valentine actually sent the first ‘valentine’ greeting himself. While in prison, it is believed that Valentine fell in love with a young girl -- who may have been his jailor’s daughter -- who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed ‘From your Valentine,’ an expression that is still in use today.
In 496 A.D., Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honor St. Valentine. Through the centuries, the Christian holiday became a time to exchange love messages and St. Valentine became a patron saint of lovers. In the 1840s, Esther Howland, a native of Massachusetts, is given credit for sending the first Valentine cards. (Courtesy of www.history.com)


Celebrate St. Valentine with a gourmet four-course dinner for two at Graylyn Estate. Dinner starts at $96/person. Make it a night with the Valentine's Day Package for two. The package includes overnight accommodations, four-course dinner, buffet breakfast and Graylyn bottle of wine starting at $225/couple. Packages are available Friday, February 12th until Sunday, February 14th. Prices subject to tax, gratuity and estate fee.


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