Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Real history
Dr. George Story founded the village in 1851 (The Line Up, 2016). The general store was later converted into the inn's dining room (Story Inn).
Ghost stories
These are reported legends, not verified events. The creepiness score (1–5) is Spook Atlas's own editorial rating, not a measurement.
The inn's own rooms page says the Blue Lady Room is named after the "Blue Lady," a ghost seen by several guests. Source: Story Inn.
Then and now

Public access
Open to the public The inn rents rooms above the restaurant, including the Blue Lady Room ($164–$224 + tax) (Story Inn). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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