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Raleigh NC The Plantation Inn US Route 1 Vintage Chrome Postcard. 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 charming piece of Southern hospitality with this vintage postcard featuring The Plantation Inn in Raleigh, North Carolina. The front of the card vividly captures the grand, white colonial-style architecture of the inn, nestled amidst lush greenery and towering trees, reflecting the serene 26 acres of relaxation it offered. This classic chrome postcard showcases the vibrant colors typical of its era, highlighting the meticulous details of the inn's facade, including its stately columns and dormer windows, providing a nostalgic glimpse into a bygone era of travel and lodging. The reverse side provides fascinating historical context, identifying The Plantation Inn as a 106-room establishment located on US Route #1, just three miles north of Raleigh's capital city. Noted for its fine food, comfortable accommodations, and full-service hospitality, it was considered one of the South's finest. The card also features the distinct AAA and Quality Inn logos, indicating its reputable affiliations during its time. This postcard is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of North Carolina history, vintage travel memorabilia, Raleigh landmarks, and mid-century architecture, evoking the charm of a prominent Southern inn.