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Just talking about a bed and breakfast invokes images of plush linens on four-poster beds and fluffy omelets served with homemade muffins.
Comfier than large hotels or resorts, these places offer an inviting, intimate environment where innkeepers are usually present to look after you and maybe even share some insight into the surroundings.
The most charming bed and breakfasts are primarily historic, essentially romantic, and all-around charming.
So whether you’re seeking a stately historic mansion, a coastal retreat, or a remote location in the countryside or mountains, these 8 unique bed-and-breakfasts will tempt you to pack your bags immediately!
Kehoe House is an incredible restored 1892 Renaissance Revival mansion in the historic district of Savannah. You’ll have to leave the kiddos at home for this one because it’s an adults-only bed and breakfast.
So it’s the perfect bed and breakfast for anniversaries and romantic occasions. The house features 13 guest rooms and numerous private and semi-private balconies.
It’s often photographed and is regarded as one of this city’s most cherished historic buildings. Gourmet breakfasts are cooked here, and hors-d’oeuvres and wine are served in the parlor daily, followed by coffee and desserts.
We hear that complimentary turndown service with homemade cookies is also included in every stay!
The 1899 Inn is one of the smaller bed and breakfasts on our list. But it’s in the middle of Deadwood’s Presidential District, just a five-minute stroll from the old mining town’s historic sites and Main Street saloons.
The main house has six guest rooms plus two private two-room cottages with living areas and full kitchens. All the rooms have views of the Black Hills in Deadwood, famous for its Wild West heritage. All reservations include a full breakfast served in the formal dining room.
One of the most captivating rooms is the Old Library, with its shelves of vintage books, an antique queen bed, and a pull-chain toilet.
This is the perfect Inn to book if you want to visit places like Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, and Custer State Park. They’re all within an hour away.
This grand property is a fantastic bed and breakfast for the Cape May area if you want to explore the seaside town. The inn has a whopping 31 guest rooms spread across three 18th-century, Victorian-style buildings, making for an unforgettable lodging experience.
Start off your day with a delicious buffet-style breakfast, and then venture out to the beach just a short walk away. Later, you can go back to the hotel to enjoy some afternoon tea with tasty bites and sweets.
But if you’re an adventure seeker, you should consider a trip to New Jersey’s incredible wine region or a whale-watching excursion!
This bed and breakfast is the ideal place to experience the old-world charm and the region’s best wine in the heart of Oregon’s rising wine country.
Set on 100 acres of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines, the place offers spectacular views of Mount Jefferson and Mount Hood, which you’ll be enjoying from the spacious private balconies.
But while you’re here for the wine, you can also enjoy weekend dinner service from the bed and breakfast’s incredible chefs. And you can also pack a picnic to get you’re lunch with a breathtaking view!
All in all, with all the spa-quality frills, deep soaking tubs in each room, and an impressive local wine list from the area’s most renowned wineries, you’d never guess you were outside of Italy!
The Galena Inn is a historic home constructed in 1856 on a peaceful street. For those who didn’t know, Galena was the hometown of President Ulysses S. Grant, who, fun fact: was a friend of the original owner!
In 1869, President Grant gave his farewell speech to the town from this bed and breakfast’s main balcony before taking his place in the White House.
Nowadays, though, visitors can learn about the place’s history and even stay in the room where Ulysses S. Grant used to lay his head. The Galena Inn delivers colonial-style rooms with antique decor, making you feel like you’ve traveled back in time.
But don’t worry! Each uniquely-named room has modern amenities, including Egyptian cotton bedding, for an enjoyable stay. You’ll find deluxe guest amenities outside the property, including a hot tub spa and a magnificent English garden.
The owners provide their guests with a fulfilling breakfast, making sure they’re fully energized before they set out to explore the charming town. Note: Children under the age of 12 aren’t allowed to preserve the peaceful nature of the bed and breakfast.
The claim to fame of Hannibal, Missouri, is its most famous former resident, Samuel Clemens, AKA Mark Twain! Two of Twain’s childhood friends used to live at this historic bed and breakfast.
But nowadays, the property serves Mark Twain Bourbon in his honor and a vast collection of wines. You can even stay in the room he used to sleep in when he visited this place, which has the initial Carrera marble fireplace and three 10ft windows.
All of this property’s rooms have private baths, and most of them also have fireplaces. The cottages on-site offer private decks with hot tubs, microwave, and convection ovens, and a mini fridge with water and sodas. You’ll also be served homemade breakfast every morning.
Worth Noting: Garth Woodside Mansion has been rated number 1 in the state for the past few years!
We love Fredericksburg and recommend visiting any time of year.
But while you’re here, you should consider this cozy bed and breakfast with 17 rooms, suites, and carefully curated cottages, each unique, offering everything from Provence-inspired decor to Texas-style accommodations.
The property also offers four houses you can rent, including a rustic log cabin. Each morning you’ll be treated to a gourmet breakfast delivered straight to your guest room in a picnic basket with specialties like French toast and mushroom quiche.
After that, you can explore the area’s fantastic German history and culture and eat lunch at a traditional German Biergarten or restaurant. You’ll also want to check out the local vintages at one of the 50 Texas Hill Country wineries in this charming town.
The last bed and breakfast on our list delivers the perfect relaxing setting on the border of Hot Springs National Park.
Framing the national parkland, this luxurious property is a 1910 Craftsman manor set on five perfectly landscaped wooded acres, which also include a soothing magnolia grove and a waterfall.
The outdoor stone fireplace provides the perfect relaxing setting for taking in the sprawling landscape views. And the Hilltop Manor’s stylish suites all feature stunning furniture, nostalgic decor, and a few even include a private fireplace and jacuzzi.
Visitors can choose where to enjoy their tasty homemade breakfast in the morning: in the grand dining room, in their private suite, on the front porch overlooking the waterfall, or you can simply get an early start on your day’s explorations!
Pro Tip: The Hilltop Manor is only 2.5 miles from Bathhouse Row, a National Historic Landmark from 1832. The area also has plenty of antique shops and restaurants for you to enjoy.
We hope you enjoyed reading about all of these beautiful bed and breakfasts. Make sure you let us know if you have any other charming locations you’d like our readers to know about!
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