Reading Adventure with Plots and Prose
Itinerary Sneak Peak
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Check-In: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Your story begins the moment you arrive. After landing at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, make your way to the magnificent Colonial Inn, where one of your hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Settle into your room, open your exclusive swag, and soak in the excitement as you prepare for an unforgettable weekend designed exclusively for book lovers!
Just like Bree Matthews in Legendborn, you'll soon discover there's more waiting beneath the surface. This weekend is your invitation to leave the ordinary behind and step into a world of hidden stories, literary adventures, and unexpected connections.
Adventure Out
The adventure officially begins as you meet your newest book besties and set off to explore Hillsborough through a literary lens! We will walk through the quaint town and visit local art galleries, boutiques, and of course bookstores!
Then, over great food and conversation, you'll bond with fellow readers, share your favorite Legendborn theories, and begin building the friendships that make these weekends so special. But the evening doesn't end there. After dinner, a surprise awaits...
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Wake up and ease into the day with a cup of coffee and pastry at a beloved local gathering spot, where you can connect with fellow readers before setting out to explore.
Much like Bree's journey in Legendborn, today's adventures will reveal that some of the most memorable experiences are found when you venture beyond the expected.
We'll spend the morning wandering the vibrant local farmer’s market and enjoying live music. With plenty of goodies to savor on the spot, or to take home as a memento of your time in Hillsborough.
We will then head out on a grand adventure, Bree style. Private transportation will take us in style to our next top-secret destination for a flavorful lunch, more bookish surprises, and wandering the same pathways Bree and friends walked in Legendborn. Culminating with an afternoon of reading beneath the changing leaves, while enjoying a sweet treat.
Dinner will feature another local favorite known for its welcoming atmosphere and memorable flavors. We will gather around the table for a memorable meal filled with laughter, intimate discussion, and the kind of connections that transform strangers into book besties.
We'll end the evening with a local author reading and meet-and-greet, exclusively for Stay by the Book guests!
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As all great stories do, our adventure begins to wind down. After a weekend filled with literary magic and unforgettable moments with your fellow readers, we'll gather one last time for a leisurely brunch at a beloved local favorite. Share your final thoughts, swap book recommendations, and relive the highlights of the weekend over a delicious meal.
Following brunch, you can choose to join us for one last peaceful reading session by the river. It's the perfect opportunity to finish a few more chapters and enjoy the calm before returning home.
Check-Out: 12:00 p.m.
Our riverside reading session will conclude just before 12:00, giving guests flexibility when planning flights and departures. We know this weekend is sure to leave a lasting mark long after you've turned the final page!
Room Options
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$1,500
Treat yourself to the ultimate self-care experience with a spacious private suite featuring a king-size bed, your own en-suite bathroom, and spacious sitting area with comfy couch perfect for diving into a few pages. Limited availability.
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$1,350
Enjoy the comfort and privacy of your own room with a king-size bed and private bathroom.
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$1,200 - per person
Bring a friend and share the adventure. Accommodations include two queen beds and a shared bathroom.
Featured Read
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
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UNC-Chapel Hill has a secret, and it’s dripping in blood and ancient magic. When seventeen-year-old Bree Matthews witnesses a demonic attack on campus, she accidentally unlocks her own dormant powers—and a flood of memories that suggest her mother’s fatal car accident was no accident at all. To find the truth, Bree must infiltrate the Legendborn, a secret society descended from the Round Table. But as she gets pulled deeper into their war, she finds herself torn between a handsome, duty-bound King and a dangerous, silver-tongued Mage—all while trying to survive a magical trial that could cost her everything.
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Get ready to step off the page and into the magic, because this trip transforms the dark academia world of Legendborn into your actual reality! We will explore the stunning, historic campus of UNC-Chapel Hill to walk in Bree’s footsteps, visiting the real-life landmarks that inspired Tracy Deonn's urban fantasy. From exploring the campus gates to grabbing a bite on bustling Franklin Street where the characters fuel up between demon hunts, this trip turns a gorgeous North Carolina retreat into the ultimate literary adventure. Grab your copy of the book, pack your bags, and secure your spot on the tour today!
What's Included in Your Bookish Getaway
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The charming Colonial Inn will serve as our home base for the weekend. The Inn is just steps away from the heart of downtown Hillsborough, where we will be dining, shopping, and sight-seeing.
A touch of Southern elegance blended with warmth and comfort, it makes the perfect place to settle in with a good novel or recharge after our days exploring and socializing.
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Our Hillsborough dining itinerary offers a wide range of local favorites. We love to offer a variety of cuisines on our adventures, and this small town has an abundance of made-from-scratch goodies! Bakeries, java joints, delis, farm-to-table, and Mediterranean gems are all on the menu for our guests this fall!
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Explore independent bookstores, attend an exclusive local author meet-and-greet + reading, and a bookish craft put together by a local artist - just for us! You will also get to spend a day experiencing the places that helped shape the world of Legendborn. Every stop on our itinerary has been personally selected and vetted by your hosts to uphold the Stay by the Book standards.
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From welcome gifts, exclusive experiences, and carefully chosen bookish treats throughout the weekend, we've planned unique surprises designed to delight readers and spoil our guests. We can’t say too much, as some twists are best left unrevealed until you arrive.
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Once you arrive at the hotel all transportation throughout the itinerary, activity fees, reservations, and planning are all taken care of. Simply arrive, meet your fellow readers, and focus on what matters most: enjoying the experience.
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Beyond the books and the city, you are joining a small, curated group of fellow bibliophiles. From our "First Chapter" icebreakers and our indie bookstore explorations to shared evening novel discussions, you’ll find a welcoming space to connect with others who value a good story as much as you do!