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Opelika, Alabama is Pickleball Paradise
The Ultimate Guide for Visiting Players Whether you’re visiting Opelika specifically for a pickleball tournament or just looking to enjoy some dinks and volleys while exploring East Alabama, Opelika and Auburn are quickly becoming one of the Southeast’s hottest pickleball destinations. With world-class facilities, friendly local clubs, and shops to gear up, this area has…
Afternoon Tea vs. High Tea
What’s the Difference (and Why We Keep Getting It Wrong) If you’ve ever heard someone suggest “Let’s do high tea!” when they mean delicate sandwiches, scones, and teacups, you’re not alone. In fact, this mix-up is so common that “high tea” has become shorthand—especially outside the UK—for something it never actually was. Ironically, afternoon tea…
Plan Your Downtown Opelika Pub Crawl
One of the best parts of an overnight stay at Heritage House is the proximity to all that Historic Downtown Opelika has to offer. There are great coffee shops, restaurants, and stores for sure, but if you are looking for some more intoxicating fun you’re in luck! Below is a list of the best spots…
“Shrimp & Grits for Breakfast?!”
If you’ve ever stayed at Heritage House over a weekend you probably remember being offered Shrimp & Grits for breakfast on Sunday morning. This beloved Southern staple has deep roots in American culinary history, and we’re proud to serve it as part of our rotating Southern breakfast menu—especially on weekends when comfort food is a…
Opelika Antique & Thrift Trail
When we re-opened Heritage House as a bed & breakfast back in 2020 the biggest challenge was finding period-appropriate furniture, fixtures, art, and decor to adorn the building. Unlike a traditional hotel, most of this can’t be bought new. We spent our first six months in Opelika traveling near and far in search of all…
Pet Friendly Opelika
Opelika, Alabama is known for its rich history, vibrant community, and warm welcoming attitude toward visitors. And in recent years Opelika has become more and more pet friendly. Pet Friendly Hotels in Opelika, Alabama First and foremost, you’ll need a place to stay. Heritage House is a pet friendly bed & breakfast in Opelika! We…
Opelika’s Entertainment District
Exploring the Opelika Entertainment District: A Vibrant Addition to Downtown Since October 2012, most of Historic Downtown Opelika has been designated as an Entertainment District. The designation is all about bringing more fun, food, and foot traffic to our city. Here’s everything you might want to know about it. Why the Entertainment District is a…
Sunday & Monday Dining Options
Opelika has a wide variety of places to eat and drink, but as with many smaller Southern towns, it can be a challenge to find interesting places that are open on Sunday and even Monday. Here are some of our favorite local restaurants and bars that are open on Sunday and Monday in Opelika and…
