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Carolina Inn

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

Hotel · local-legend

The Story

The Carolina Inn's best-known ghost is said to be retired physician William Jacocks. Haunted Places describes trouble around his former room: guests locked out, a disturbed bath mat and shower curtain, and an unexpected floral scent. A neatly dressed man in a long blue coat is also reported trying hallway doors.

The Hauntings

The Carolina Inn's best-known ghost is said to be retired physician William Jacocks. Haunted Places describes trouble around his former room: guests locked out, a disturbed bath mat and shower curtain, and an unexpected floral scent. A neatly dressed man in a long blue coat is also reported trying hallway doors.

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Current opening and investigation rights not established by a paranormal listing. Book or visit through the hotel; private guest rooms are not open to investigators.

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