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Find elegance at The Ballantyne
story by Bill Bauer | photos courtesy of The Ballantyne
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The Ballantyne is a luxury hotel collection in Charlotte, NC, well known for its elegance. But, such a one-word description is also an understatement.
The Ballantyne also provides the perfect setting to enjoy the outdoors, be it playing tennis, golfing, hiking, cycling or swimming.
Guests can stay in the enormous hotel that overlooks the 18th green of an awardwinning golf course, or in the more intimate accommodations of The Ballantyne Cottage.
The latter is referred to as a “cottage,” but, at over 3,600-square feet and featuring four king suites, spacious living and dining rooms and a full kitchen, The Cottage is just a wee bit more than the bungalow or cabin the word might suggest. Hovering above the number 1 tee box on Ballantyne’s prestigious golf course and looking out at its spectacular hotel and spa in the distance, The Cottage is charming and tastefully decorated.
The Ballantyne’s reputation for excellence in hospitality is not lost when staying at The Cottage. Parked outside is an 8-person golf cart ready to transport you and your guests to the hotel and all its amenities. As a guest at The Cottage, the spa, salon, indoor pools, seasonal outdoor pool, tennis, fitness, championship PGA golf course, golf lessons by Ballantyne Golf Academy and fine dining at Gallery Restaurant are all at your disposal. All guests also enjoy complimentary valet parking.
The Gallery Restaurant offers regionally-inspired cuisine that is locally sourced, seasonal and artfully presented. It features an attractive bar with an unrivaled single malt Scotch and whiskey collection, including an exclusive personal selection of bourbons. An impressive
While its billing as a “cottage” may be a misnomer, The Cottage at Ballantyne is true to its billing as both elegant and amenityfriendly as it is located on the resort course’s number 1 tee.
wine list and handcrafted cocktails round out the restaurant’s extensive beverage offerings.
The Spa at Ballantyne features a variety of specialized services including massages, facials, body exfoliation, wraps and customized treatments, as well as its signature Carolina Lavender collection. The Spa’s full-service salon provides hair services, manicures, pedicures and makeup application.
Health facilities include a fitness center with cardio and strength training equipment, personal training services, an indoor grotto pool and wave-resistance pools. Guests can enjoy two lighted tennis courts and even pick up a lesson. A seasonal outdoor pool with a chic lounging area and bar offers the perfect setting to unwind.
Additionally, The Ballantyne features walking and biking paths ranging from 1.2 to 3.5 miles. Cruiser bike rentals are available to explore the community or nearby greenway trail.
Recognized with a 4.5-star rating by Golf Digest, The Golf Club at Ballantyne is among the finest PGA public golf courses in the region, and is home to Ballantyne Golf Academy, one of North Carolina’s most highly rated learning centers. The course offers year-round playability.
If there was ever a time to enjoy the intimate experience that The Cottage affords, it is now. The COVID-19 climate makes The Cottage an ideal opportunity to escape the day-to-day rigors of the pandemic.
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{above} Luxury and elegance are hallmarks of The Ballantyne experience as this photo of one of the four master suite baths would suggest.
{at left} Four master suites are available in The Cottage.
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Additionally, The Ballantyne is currently offering a golf package, where four golfers can book a three-day, two-night stay at The Cottage, with unlimited golf, complimentary breakfasts and all the amenities listed above. While it is a perfect package for four golfers, the four king bedrooms make it even better for trusted couples to enjoy a great getaway. The additional guests have a breakfast fee added to the package, and should they choose to play golf would pay standard greens fee. Room service from the Gallery Restaurant is available as is the option to arrive and find a fully stocked pantry and refrigerator from your prepared shopping list. Pricing for the two-night package is $2,800 and there is a four-day advance-booking requirement. n
To learn more, visit www.theballantynehotel.com/packages/.
{at right} With large living, kitchen and dining spaces, The Cottage at Ballantyne is far more than its name would suggest.
{at far right} Meals can be delivered to The Cottage or, if you desire, the pantry and refrigerator can be stocked from a list you supply in advance.
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