My Postcrossing wishlist was recently changed to include any old postcards of motels - even used ones - and to my surprise, I've so far had three sent to me. This beauty arrived today from Chris in Michigan.
I especially like the sunbather on top of the motel sign. This place is not only steam heated, but also air conditioned. And you have the new fangled telephone in your room!
The back of the card tells you that the White Village Motel is one of London's most modern motels with a swimming pool. Each air-conditioned unit has wall to wall carpeting, T.V., telephone, bath & full tile shower. Restaurant is adjacent.
In trying to date the card, I googled the name and found it still listed on one site, with the same name and phone number. No postcards, unfortunately. But when I did a reverse phone number look up, I found it had become Knights Inn, a recently renovated motel near the airport.
The website tells you that
The Knights Inn has a charming family atmosphere with family rooms available. All rooms are recently renovated and feature a microwave, fridge, and free high speed wireless internet.
We have completed all our Daily Room's Furniture, Carpet and Decor changes in year 2012. All our rooms have LCD TVs with all major cable channels.
We also feature coin operated laundry, and vending machine one site. We have security System monitoring entire property. All rooms have drive up access with free parking. All rooms have free local calls.
Good to know that there is still a telephone in every room. Though it seems the restaurant may have been replaced by a vending machine. And no mention of a pool.
The above (in italics) was pasted directly from the website - perhaps they need someone to help with their grammar?
All the work you've done to track down history, is wonderful! LOVE the postcard! Happy PFF! :D
ReplyDeletethanks! it is fun (though sometimes frustrating. but I like to know....)
DeletePretty cool hobby. Love the pic!
ReplyDeletethanks Lorac - so good to see you again. and yes, i did recognize your card ;)
DeleteI would love to find a post card of Bells Corner Restaurant and Motel in Newmarket...if you ever see one please please let me know.
ReplyDeleteI will keep an eye out for you.
DeleteI was re-reading your post--and had to really look for that sunbather! lol You have a really good eye, VioletSky. :D
ReplyDeleteI take it that it's not in "our" London. I doubt whether we have any motels, let alone one with air conditioning.
ReplyDeleteno, you're right, this is London Ontario
DeleteI was in England once during a heatwave, and really missed the A/C!