This was my second stay at a BnB so take what I write with a grain of salt. I specifically chose these accommodations because I was running my first half marathon and I chose it solely because it was closest to the race start from anything else and the reviews were good. Originally, I was going to arrive on my own, so I booked the smallest room. As the date neared, another person was going to stay with me so I asked about the possibility of switching rooms at least for a day (by this time most rooms were booked either Friday or Saturday or Saturday and Sunday. My stay was Friday and Saturday), but was told that this was not possible. This actually is completely understandable given that I believe it's only the owners that turn over the rooms, but the manner in which the owner responded, very matter of factly, as opposed to with some hospitality and warmth was off putting but like I said, understandable. I think I'm a reasonable person and I understood.
The decor for me was a little old, not vintage, but old almost like walking into a old antique store. This really wasn't appealing to me, but again, no biggie given that I was there for the race and I liked the location.
The thing that was disappointing was that I needed to carb load three hours before the race (which started at 8 am) based on the description I knew our room did not have a microwave so I asked about having maybe access to a microwave in the main hall but was told that the microwave was not available until the hall opened at 815, so ok, no big deal I'll just bring some cereal, OJ, and bananas etc since our room had a fridge. But then, I asked if my traveling partner could get breakfast for me or if breakfast could be set aside (since everyone was raving in the reviews about breakfast) and was told no, because I would run into the same problem of not being able to heat it up. But for the record I think I would have gladly eaten the cold breakfast, but the manner in which I was told left no desire to ask for anything more. Kim wasn't very overly warm to say the least. Didn't offer to allow me to use the microwave in the hall (y'all I would've been back by 11 am) But anyway, no biggie, there was plenty of food otherwise in the area and again, I was there mostly for the race.
The following day I was able to enjoy breakfast and it was very good, but this was the main attraction at this BnB. Given this was my first half marathon, proximity to the venue was most important to me, but next year I will definitely pick something that better suits my needs. We met several couples who have stayed there and love it, but they all seem to be your typical Texan bikers, country, or wine-loving couples over 60, which is fine, but we were none of those, so I think this BnB May appeal to that demographic and to those mostly who are leisurely staying.
All in all, if you're into a leisurely 'cozy' semi- antique decor out in the country and want to enjoy a country breakfast at 9 am sharp but with very few extra provisions, this is your place. If you need more flexibility and are perhaps more into more modern amenities, look somewhere else. I think BnB are charming, and my partner and I want to try more BnBs, but want something more romantic. I, personally, didn't get a romantic vibe from the decor or setting much- but to each it's own!
Funny enough, during breakfast on Sunday, we were 'jokingly' told to leave a review if it was good, but to mot to if it was bad, I don't think I'm doing either. Just being truthful, and fair about my perspective. read more