The Graylyn Estate was honored on Historic Hotels of America’s 2024 Top 25 Most Romantic Hotels.  The Estate was the only North Carolina boutique hotel honored on the list.

“Graylyn is the proud host of many weddings, engagements, anniversaries and special events each year. We are honored to be one of 25 prestigious properties recognized as Historic Hotels of America’s Top Most Romantic Hotels.” said Vice President of Hospitality & Auxiliary Services John Wise.

Graylyn Estate and Conference Center is a historic, award-winning boutique hotel and event venue owned by Wake Forest University. The estate is a 55-acre property with 85 guest rooms and features a 1930s Manor House, world-class amenities, chef-curated dining, and 15,000+ square feet of meeting and event spaces.

Graylyn is the second-largest historic home in North Carolina, an honored Historic Hotel of America, and was named the #5 Best Boutique Hotel by USA Today. The Estate was established in 1932 by Mr. Bowman Gray, former CEO of RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company, and Mrs. Nathalie Gray.

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