Sit a Spell B&Bs, restaurants and museums prove the veranda is a way of life By Judy Garrison
It’s that time again when mornings begin with coffee, afternoons slow down with a glass of lemonade and days end with a glass of wine on the porch. Southern porches aren’t simply an attachment to a structure but a way of living, slowing down and savoring life. Originally built out of necessity, covered porches allowed people to escape
the trapped indoor heat and enjoy the outdoor breeze. Soon, the porch became an extension of the living space and a gathering spot for family and neighbors. With cultural influences from the Caribbean to the Colonial era reaching the Carolinas, the porches showcased various lifestyles, featuring woodwork of delicate trim, carvings and columns. Not only were porches part of the home, but they also became works of art.
The Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site was complete
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