Photo by Gary Hill
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN JACKSONVILLE
The history of Jacksonville is rich and diverse. Originally established as a gold rush town, the community soon found its identity in agriculture, banking and business. With over 100 sites on the National Register of Historic Places, the town abounds with culture waiting to be explored. Many of the historic structures, such as the Beekman House, offer educational tours. The Jacksonville Trolley is a great way to see the town and get an overview of its historic landmarks.
BRITT FESTIVAL
Jacksonville’s famous performing arts festival features world-class musicians all summer long, showcasing the best of jazz, blues, country music, to name a few genres. Britt boasts its own full orchestra conducted by Maestro Teddy Abrams. Selected for its remarkable acoustics, the historic Britt Estate is a stone’s throw from Élan, making our guest suites a perfect choice for your stay during summer concerts. The small size of the venue ensures that shows maintain an intimate ambience.
DANCIN VINEYARDS
Located just 1 mile from Élan, Dancin’s winery and tasting room are set magnificently on the forested foothills of Southern Oregon overlooking the Rogue Valley with views of Table Rocks and Mt McLoughlin in the backdrop. Seated near the vines, you will enjoy award-winning wine with a wide variety of culinary options prepared using the freshest seasonally available ingredients from our local farming and artisan community to complement your wine tasting experience. The result is delicious! You’ll feel like you have been transported to Tuscany or Burgundy, or both!
GOODBEAN COFFEE
If you look forward to your daily brew each morning, you’re in for a special treat when you stay at Élan. Each guest suite offers complimentary fresh ground and award winning coffee from the local roasters, located at Élan’s opposite corner in the historic Table Rock Billiard Saloon building. Walk over with your complimentary GoodBean gift card and peruse their selection of fresh baked bagels, muffins, and other delights. This is Élan’s version of a continental breakfast to be enjoyed in your suite or amongst the local color at one of Jacksonville’s favorite meeting places.
RADIANT DAY SPA
Relax and rejuvenate in the peaceful ambience of Radiant Day Spa, just steps away from Élan’s front door. The expert staff offers a wide array of holistic treatments designed to promote healing and rest, using the highest quality organic and wild-crafted products. Élan is happy to assist you in booking your spa appointment.
REBEL HEART BOOKS
In the middle of a brick-lined California Street, the small, independently owned bookstore beckons to all passing bibliophiles, each title intentionally selected.
The Rebel Heart Philosophy:
‘Independent bookstores are not just physical spaces to house books. They anchor communities. They house real people and ideas, stories of love and hope, pain and loss, failure and redemption and any emotion and circumstance that can be imagined or experienced. Their fuel is a belief in the written word. They take care of people. Rebel Heart Books is eclectic, intentional and lovingly curated.’
CAREFREE BUFFALO
Those with a passion for excellent craftsmanship with be enticed by the incredible artistry at Carefree Buffalo. Intricately carved knives, jewelry, and accessories inlaid with fossils are some of the unique creations you’ll find here. Leather goods, wooden sculptures, and handcrafted ceramics ensure there is something wonderful in store for the discerning shopper.
WOODLAND TRAILS
Élan’s prime location offers guests easy access to miles of forest trails around Jackson Creek and Britt Gardens, which border 255 acres of woodland habitat and conserved land. These trails provide a wealth of information and entertainment, including an interpretive self-guided tour, a native plant arboretum, and local historic sites.
JACKSONVILLE CEMETERY
Jacksonville’s cemetery was dedicated in 1860, the same year the city was incorporated. The cemetery holds the remains of a variety of religious and ethnic groups. Many of the early pioneers who built Jacksonville are buried on this hilltop. The Friends of Jacksonville’s Historic Cemetery is a society which actively supports the preservation of the cemetery through education, tours, and annual fundraisers such as the Meet the Pioneers event each fall.