Grove Park Inn Asheville NC Golf Course Vintage Postcard Southern Post Card Co.

$ 7.66

Country: United States Theme: Hotels Motels City: Asheville Country of Origin: United States Subject: Grove Park Inn Continent: North America Era: Chrome (c. 1939-present) Postage Condition: Unposted Region: North Carolina

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Grove Park Inn Asheville NC Golf Course Vintage Postcard Southern Post Card Co.. Thank you for visiting! This item is in stock and usually ships within 1 business day of your purchase. It will be shipped via ebay Standard Envelope which provides tracking information when it passes through the sorting machines for First Class mail. USPS workers have no way of scanning the barcode on the label. When it marks it as "out for delivery or delivered" it means it has arrived at your local sorting center, not your home address. Depending on your local postal route, it may take several days yet to arrive at your home. Also, consider possible weather delays in the actual time the service takes. Feel free to write if you have any questions. Discover a vintage postcard showcasing the iconic Grove Park Inn and the expansive Asheville Country Club's Eighteen Hole Golf Course in Asheville, North Carolina. This beautifully rendered image captures the grandeur of the historic inn nestled amidst the verdant Blue Ridge Mountains, with its meticulously designed golf course sprawling across the foreground. The scene evokes a sense of timeless elegance and the natural beauty of this renowned destination. Printed with vibrant colors and a classic aesthetic, this piece highlights the architectural significance of the Grove Park Inn, described on the reverse as "absolutely unique—unique in conception, in design, in construction, in furnishing, in decoration and in equipment." It stands as a testament to monumental structures of its era, built "not for the present alone, but for ages yet to come." This postcard offers a glimpse into the early 20th-century allure of Asheville, a popular resort town known for its scenic landscapes and luxurious accommodations. The reverse also details the inn's location "on the side of Sunset Mountain," two and a half miles from the center of Asheville, a testament to its picturesque setting. This collectible item is a wonderful artifact for those interested in North Carolina history, golf course memorabilia, or vintage travel ephemera. It represents a significant landmark and a cherished era of American leisure and design.