Celebrate Spring on the lake in Guntersville, Alabama

For
a quiet, picturesque and relaxing stay, check out this Bed &
Breakfast. It is within easy walking distance of downtown
Guntersville's unique shops.

Covenant Cove is a great place to stay if you want to be right on the lake. All types of water craft are available for rent during your stay. There is The Bistro La Luna, a gourmet restaurant, The Blue Parrot, a martini and cigar bar, as well as live music most nights. Owners Olen and Cendee Crawford will be happy to accomodate your every whim during your stay. For an extra special treat, ask about a stay in the Hemmingway Suite.

Plan on taking a short drive out of town to the State Park. There is a golf course, fishing, hiking, a beautiful beach, camping and tons of other things to do there.

Home of the most recent Bass Masters tournament, Lake Guntersville has some of the best fishing around, for the novice or the pro.

If you enjoy the theater, make your plans around one of the many performances of the Whole Backstage. A list of upcoming events is on their website.

Right in the middle of downtown on Gunter Avenue is The Glover Restaurant. Chef Sebastien Maris is always sure to please along with the wonderful hospitality provided by Janet Gossage. Since purchasing La Strada in 2007 and changing the name to The Glover, owners John McClendon, Janet Gossage and Sebastien Maris have completely revived the spirit of this wonderful landmark. The Sunday Brunch is one of the best around. It received rave reviews recently in The Birmingham News. The monthly wine dinners are also starting to be one of the local and area highlights to put on the "Do Not Miss This" list. Lunch at The Glover is also a great way to reconnect with friends and business acquaintances. Most lunches run around $10 or less.

Just a half block off the main street you'll find KC's Coyote Cafe. Don't let the name fool you, this restaurant has excellent food in a quiet relaxed atmosphere.

On the court house square you'll find Cake Crumbs which is great for lunch or a snack. On the ground floor of the Courthouse you will find my friend Neena Drake, who is now running the Courthouse Grill. Better get there early if you want the daily special. They run out fast! Great food whether you are in the mood for the usual Meat and 3, a sandwich or salad.

If it's a coffee shop you are looking for Percasso's is an excellent choice. They offer Gourmet coffees as well as a limited lunch menu, deserts and wireless internet service.

You'll also find the usual chain restaurants such as Applebee's, O'Charley's, Quizno's, as well as several really good Mexican and Chinese restaurants . We also have our newest restaurant, Cracker Barrel, which opens November 3, 2008.

Just a few short miles outside of Guntersville you can take a walk underground and see some of the most beautiful and breath taking sights at one of Alabama's newest state parks.