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OVERVIEW
OF UNIQUE INNS
HISTORY
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Inns was chartered in 1982 as one of the first bed and breakfast
innkeeping organizations. Formed by eleven innkeepers in Oregon
and Washington, the group now includes approximately 40 members
in the regions of British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and California.
The original focus was to track regulations in this then-blossoming
industry, in addition to serving as a supportive and marketing
group. The individual talents are unique to each. Collectively,
that wisdom and valuable peer support are shared among the members
as the group continues to maintain its original intent.
MISSION
STATEMENT
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Inns is an organization designed to promote its members to the
public and act as a referral network among member inns. The
organization also supplies a forum for the exchange of ideas
and information related to the innkeeping business. In order
to accomplish this, the Inns can and should be different from
one another in personality and style, but must be similar in
quality and value.
GOVERNANCE
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Board of Directors and officers of the corporation oversee the
activities of the organization. The Executive Director is the
sole employee of the group. Rose Allen has served in this position
since 1988.
MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA
When
considering potential applicants, the group primarily looks
for properties that:
1.
Have a high degree of owner operation.
2.
Represent a geographic location not already adequately represented.
3.
Have a minimum of six guest rooms with private baths.
4.
Provide a quality breakfast on premise and serve dinner to guests
(approximately half the current inns) or be able to recommend
a quality restaurant in close proximity.
5.
Have been in operation under the same ownership for one full
year prior to application.
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