This Halloween, experience a close encounter of the ghostly kind, when you stay with these BedandBreakfast.com member inns with resident ghosts.

Peacock B&B, Manitou Springs, CO: Its colorful history as a former bordello may explain the ghostly girl seen trying on jewelry, while other spirits sneak up the back staircase. Stay two nights starting at $90 nightly through October 31, and enjoy a free guided mystical tour of Manitou Springs. Info: 866-685-0123, www.peacockbedandbreakfast.com.

The Old Bridge Inn, Jeffersonville, IN: A gentle spirit lives here, perhaps that of the original owner, Charles Hancock, a direct descendent of John Hancock. Throughout October, guests get free tickets to the largest haunted factory in America, and enjoy two nights in the Garden Room for $180. Info: 866-284-3580, www.oldbridgeinn.com.

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John Denham B&B, Monticello, FL: Get some professional help searching for the other world. Stay October 31 - November 2 or November 7-8 and take part in ghost hunting weekends offered by nationally acclaimed Ghost Trackers, seen on CBS. Costs: $300 per person, including two nights lodging, meals, and course materials. Info: 850-997-4568, www.johndenhamhouse.com.

Gratz Park Inn, Lexington, KY: Perhaps it's because the original Lexington City morgue was in this building, but guests have seen strange men in their rooms, and intoxicated apparitions in the hallways. Halloween weekend includes a haunting tour of the neighborhood. Rates, $125-$239 nightly. Info: 800-752-4166, www.gratzparkinn.com.

Katherine's B&B, Asheville, NC: This Halloween, you may have a close encounter with Grace, the former owner's great-grandmother who died at the inn. She's an extremely friendly apparition, and wherever Grace goes, her dog follows. Rates, $105-155 nightly. Info: 1-888-325-3190, www.katherinesbandb.com.

Prospect Hill Bed & Breakfast, Mountain City, TN: A visit here may reveal a shadow disappearing around the corner, a baby's cry, the sound of shoes on the stairs, or an unexplained door slamming. Bring your costume and help hand out candy on Halloween. Rates, $99-159. Info: 800-339-5084, www.prospect-hill.com.

New England & Mid-Atlantic

Captain Grant's Inn, Poquetanuck, CT: Guests in the Adelaide Room are often contacted by the mysterious woman and her two children who once lived in the inn. Halloween visitors can tour St. James Cemetery, circa 1750, followed by refreshments and ghost stories. Rates, $109-149. Info: 800-982-1772, www.captaingrants.com.

Beechwood Inn, Barnstable, Cape Cod, MA: A "Mischievous Lady," inhabits this inn; and has even talked to the innkeepers and certain guests. Perhaps you'll be one. Rates, $160-180. Info: 800-609-6618, www.beechwoodinn.com.

Beal House Inn, Littleton, NH: Something lives within the walls of Beal House and numerous guests have experienced its mysterious presence. This October, stay two nights for $355-455, including gourmet breakfasts, three-course dinner, and a hayride to Rocks Estate. Info: 603-444-2661, www.bealhouseinn.com.

Catamount B&B, Williston, VT: Not only was this B&B home to Vermont's first Governor, but it's still home to a host of friendly spirits. Enjoy the Haunted Forest, lit by 400 pumpkins, combining outdoor theater and special effects. A two-night stay for two costs $150-210, including breakfasts and Haunted Forest tickets; available October 22-25. Info: 888-680-1011, www.catamountoutdoor.com.

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