Shoal Creek B&B is a perfect place to stay if you are in Hamilton or the area. We were there…read morebecause my sister wanted to visit the quilt capital of the world - which it definitely is (be sure to visit the MSQ Museum). Back to our B&B - the host does not live on site but is available 24/7 to help if needed. We stayed in the Estate Room which has a bed and twin daybed plus a private bathroom suite. It was SWEET (intentional). The house is beautiful - with original woodwork and flooring. Plus, very, very comfortable. It is located in town with parking on site. Our hostess made an excellent breakfast of French toast, bacon, fried potatoes and watermelon. I was able to self-serve my Keurig coffee in the morning and sit on the front porch to start my day. Definitely stay here! Security? It's Hamilton, MO. Just be sure you lock the outer doors at night PLUS your room has a combination lock on it too. We had no problems at all.

Before booking a room at Shoal Creek B&B, you should be aware that it is not owner-occupied…read more On page 5 of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Environmental Regulation and Licensure Unit Governing Lodging Establishments, the definition of "bed and breakfast" states that "the owner must live in or adjacent to the building." The owner, Terri Westover, does not live in or adjacent to the building. This is not disclosed on the B&B's website or in the reservation confirmation emails. Westover sent me an email the day I was to arrive, asking me what time I expected to be there. She advised that she would not be onsite and gave me the front door code. She said she would meet me when she came to serve breakfast the next morning. A nice couple arrived the same time I did. They had not received her email because they had been on the road, and they were surprised that she was not there. She had not informed them about the parking arrangements, so they scouted around for a place to park their RV. Once we got inside and toured the place, it was apparent that no one lives there. The bedrooms are all guest rooms. The refrigerator has only breakfast items. This means that when you reserve a room there, you have no way of knowing if you will be staying there alone, or with people you would rather not be alone with. You don't get to decide if that's an acceptable risk. Westover decides for you. When I was there, the other guests were lovely people. Probably all the guests who stay there are lovely people. But it is purely a matter of luck. Westover doesn't know squat about who is at her front door. All she's interested in is your credit card. She left a Hamilton visitors' guide in a nook, but there was no printed information with instructions in case of an emergency. I did not see lighted fire exit signs or fire extinguishers or smoke detectors. If you need to escape from your room, you'll have to jump from the second floor. Whether she changes the door code in between visitors is anybody's guess. There was no visible security apparatus. Someone would only have to break a ground-floor window to gain access to the house. Westover provides her phone number but she did not leave a list of emergency contacts. The nearest ER is in Cameron, 16 miles away. Anything that happens to the house, or to you or anyone else there during the night, you will have to deal with until Westover can get there, which will not be as fast as if she was there already. Since she is almost certainly in violation of zoning and licensure regulations, it begs the question what her insurance would cover in case of theft, damage to property or injury to someone's person. Whatever. There is something furtive about her lack of transparency. Poor hospitality is the best thing I can call it. She is not trustworthy, which is even worse.

We arrived and were met by the whole family who helped us off-load and got us set up to sew. They…read morewent out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. It was comfortable and quiet. The place is very clean. The family are gracious hosts. I would highly recommend this place. In fact, we are planning on returning here next year.

My sister and I just got back from a visit to Missouri Star Quilt Company. We went to shop until we…read moredropped. We stayed at Home Inn Hamilton bed and breakfast. We stayed in the Carriage House, which had a full kitchen and plenty of room to sew. Dakota, the owner, set us up with two sewing machines and everything we need, except thread and fabric. Which we knew where to buy if we ran out. Ha, ha. We felt so comfortable and at home. They have dogs, roosters,goats, cats, a donkey. Such a great and amazing time that we our planning out next trip back.

Located just a short drive from Jamesport, MO this B&B is a great weekend getaway for those in the…read moreKC Metro Area and beyond! The Cape Cod style home was built specifically to be a B&B and it shows! The huge wraparound porch had several swinging benches. Walk down to the pond and you'll find another great spot to just sit and swing with your sweetheart. Each of the rooms has it's own private feel and a large attached bathroom. Our upstairs room was very spacious, had two dormer windows and a big champagne soaking tub. There's another room upstairs but with the shared sitting room in between you don't even share a wall, both are very private and quiet. (If you prefer a ground floor room with a big 6 foot shower with double shower heads, there's something wonderful for you here too.) I can't get over the decor, it was so inviting. No attention to detail was spared. Comfy leather couches next to the hearth. Busts of former presidents, paintings of the revolutionary war era, and lots of country rooster touches. Puzzles, books, and games are all right there if you feel the itch to do something other than take in the peaceful countryside or watch a little TV in your room. The lighting was so pretty at night and the dog and cat were waiting outside to greet us. (Don't worry allergy sufferers, they stay outside full time). The hosts were warm and friendly. Mary-Jo is a wonderful cook and breakfast both days was delicious! We highly recommend a stay here!!

This is the best bed and breakfast that my wife and I have ever stayed at. The hosts even took us…read moreon a private tour of the church history sites nearby. Breakfast was the best I have ever had at a bed and breakfast

This is a wonderful little gem out in the middle of nowhere. Currently run by a Mennonite couple…read more(who incidentally are two of the nicest folks I've ever run into). We had a family reunion dinner there, with an amazing fresh salad, hand squeezed lemonade, mashed potatoes, fresh garden picked green beans, chicken and homemade peach ice cream and chocolate cake. William took us out for a hayride and was kind enough to show us their home and beautiful gardens. They'll be moving to Kansas when they sell the place, but I hope they'll find someone else to keep on with the wonderful start they've made.

This is a beautiful place to go back in time. The decor in all the rooms has been completed to…read moreapproximately capture the period it was built in. Visited for high tea recently and everything was as expected and much more. We somehow got mixed up on the time but now worries. The Innkeeper didn't miss a beat and was accommodating and welcoming. The starter was a delightful strawberry soup which was so refreshing. The tea sandwiches we equally delicious. The scone with clotted cream and lemon curd where the best I have had recently. Now let's talk about the cakes. I think the peanut butter bar topped with chocolate was my favorite. A very large chocolate covered strawberry provided the fruit we loved. The macrons were delicate and just melted in my mouth. To wrap this up, we had a memorable afternoon and would definitely do it again I hope you will give it a try.

We have been to quite a few bed & breakfasts over the years and loved our stay at the Grand…read moreVictorian Manor. Ken and Linda are the perfect hosts and run the inn with great attention to detail, making you feel like family from the moment you enter. We chose to stay in Booneville for a quick get away from the Kansas City area. If you combine it with a trip over to the Arrow Rock Lyceum theater, you've got a perfect little 24 hour trip. The inn is beautiful with four Victorian rooms to choose from and another three French inspired rooms a few doors down. All the rooms have private bathrooms, coffee service, gorgeous furnishings, access to their beautiful gardens, and an incredible breakfast, made by Linda. The Grand Victorian Manor is a true bed & breakfast experience with great amenities, food, service, and hospitality.

Great value for the price! We will come back and stay here again…read more I would love to give this place 5 stars but there were a couple of items that prevent that for me I would give it 4.5 stars though if Yelp would allow me to. Lots of positives: * Clean rooms (I could smell the clean in the sheets). * No strange smell in room. Many places have rooms with a mustiness smell, but not here. * The beds were clean and comfortable, but (Negative) squeaked whenever you moved. * Quiet. Even though it is pet friendly (which we like) , and low cost, we didn't hear a thing; * Fan/heater worked great. We like to have a fan run constantly to help drown out any potential outside nose, and most places don't allow the fan to actually run at a constant speed, or without big noises going on and off when the heating or cooling engages. Here was no problem. It ran constantly. It held the room temperature perfectly. * Low Cost. They advertised $92 for the night and we were able to save another 20% by booking thru Expedia. Unfortunately when we called the hotel directly first to see if they'd beat or at least match the Expedia price (to book directly thru them), they were not able to, so we had to do it thru Expedia, which worked just fine. * Very friendly staff. * Great location, just off of I-35. BUT you do need to drive thru the rear of a large truck stop to get there (it's worth it). Office was on the far side. * Big Parking spaces, and you could pull up right next to your room. * Pet Friendly, and they don't charge extra for it. We like both points as we often travel with our small dogs. And the rooms did not smell. * Warm Breakfast. Freshly made pancakes. Scrambled eggs, sausages, biscuits and gravy, boiled eggs, plus the other regular stuff. Negatives: * Squeaky beds. The beds were clean and comfortable! But the springs squeaked ANY time you moved. The mattress is on top of a metal base spring which unfortunately squeaks easily. * The metal base bed frame has metal legs at the corner edges and at the middle edges, so I stubbed my toes on them couple of times. Conventional frames have their legs recessed so this doesn't happen. * The blanket was very thin. They had a sheet, thin blanket, and then another thin blanket on top of that (I'm sure for easier and sanitary cleaning). But it was very light. It could have used a thicker blanket or comforter. And the blanket portion was a bit short sheeted. * Strange way to get there. You had to drive through another businesses parking lot to get there. This is not a big deal, but I wasn't expecting it. * Although the room was clean, the bathroom could have used an extra bit of attention. Hard water stains on sink, toilet could have been a bit better cleaned, and the top wall (between 6 and 8 feet had spots on them). Still clean over all, but when you looked a bit closer, you saw missed stuff. * Coffee is from instant coffee machine dispenser. Not the best strength or tasting coffee but it is free. We will gladly come here again! Great value for the price. I think we will just ask for an extra blanket when we check in next time.

The room when we entered was 70+ degrees!!!! We turned on the AC and propped open the door for an…read morehour +. In hindsight we should have asked for a different room. The beds were like sleeping, or trying to, on a board! Never again!!!!

A few of us stayed in one of the top-level suites at this stunning Renaissance-style B&B, and it…read morewas a wonderful experience from start to finish! ​Although the owner was away, the gardener and caretaker--who is one and the same--took fantastic care of us throughout our stay. She was super welcoming and shared some fascinating personal background stories of her own history, which added a really unique and personal touch to our visit. ​Highlights of Our Stay: ​The Atmosphere & Vibe: Everything was incredibly elegant, warm, and inviting. ​The Suite & Comfort: Our two-room suite comfortably slept all four of us for our one-night stay. A couple of the beds were on the firmer side, and a few pieces of furniture felt a bit small (almost kid-sized), but it was still a cozy setup. ​The Breakfast: We were treated to a freshly baked morning spread featuring a savory quiche and homemade scones. As a huge food lover, I was genuinely jealous of the massive kitchen--that gas range is a chef's dream! However, I didn't get to snap a pic of it. ​Exploring St. Joseph: ​This part of town itself is overflowing with history. Right in the neighborhood, we loved wandering around to see the breathtaking historical mausoleums In the neighborhood cemetery and making friends with a few very friendly local felines along the way. ​If you're looking for a warm, unique, and historic retreat with great hospitality, I definitely recommend giving this spot a stay!

What an incredible place paired with equally incredible service…read more The Chateau was gorgeous and full of history. I've never seen a place with such beautiful woodwork and stained glass windows. Isobel was so kind to answer all my questions and dive into the history of St. Joe and the house itself, clearly a huge passion of hers. My wife and I stayed in the Romeo and Juliet suite and it was so cozy we had a hard time leaving. I was impressed how clean and functional everything was given the age of the home, Isobel left no detail untouched. Isobel was always available to address our needs. I showed up to breakfast an hour early one morning by accident and that didn't matter, she adjusted for me. The next morning I showed up an hour late to breakfast, when I went downstairs expecting to only have coffee available, she still prepared and served us our breakfast which was so kind and not expected. My only concern before arriving was the location not being very central. Turns out I was wrong. My wife and I could get to any of the restaurants downtown or off Fredrick in 3 to 5 min drive. Everywhere else in town could be driven to within 10min. We'll be back. (PS - Glory is wearing a jacket in photos only because we were on our way out the door. The home was set a very comfortable temperature and our room had an independent thermostat just for us.)

We loved every minute of our stay. The innkeepers are very nice people, the breakfast was amazing,…read morethe pool was refreshing, and lake was so fun to explore on the paddle boat, and the history was so cool! We will definitely recommend to all of our friends and family for a romantic getaway!

Absolutely amazing! Beautiful location and incredible views. Down town is exceptional and full of…read morehistory and great food.

We were attending a Murder Mystery Dinner in Excelsior Springs and decided to find a place to stay…read moreto avoid the drive home. We stumbled upon Payne Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast. We were amazed at the beautiful house and how it was set up as a Bed & Breakfast! Mark and his wife, the owners, used to live in the house but decided to change it into a nice getaway for guests. The house in the front has the largest room, but expect to walk upstairs, as that is where the bedroom is. The guests from the other three private apartment rooms stay behind the large house; they all meet in the big house (no pun intended) to have Mark's hot, homemade breakfast. Oh, I almost forgot! The house is so clean, I didn't find any old dirt in the corners of the floor, against the walls anywhere. I am semi-OCD and will not go without house slippers. Well, I walked barefoot in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. I'm sorry if that is TMI. I wanted you to understand my point. Do not hesitate to book; do not let the name keep you away. It is not set up like a jail on the inside. The house has history, and Mark will tell you about it during breakfast or upon check-in. Don't hesitate! Book today! You will not be disappointed.

Could not recommend this gorgeous little B&B more. We had this booked for a wedding back in May and…read moredue to covid the wedding was pushed back. Mark has been super accommodating to these circumstances. The room was spotless when we arrived and everything we could of needed was provided. Unfortunately, there was no breakfast for our stay but we can only imagine it would be great. I hope our travels bring us back this way so that we can stay here again! Thanks Mark!

What a wonderful experience. My husband and I were just passing through town on our way to take…read moreour daughter to grad school in Indiana. We had a lovely stay and felt like we'd experienced part of St. Joseph history. We stayed in the double queen room and had a wonderful nights sleep. The property is beautiful and living in a historic home myself, I have very high expectations. I'm also used to staying in high end hotels and the Whiskey Mansion B&B did not disappoint. The breakfast was top shelf! We have a wonderful souffle. The host was very charming and made us feel right at home. I loved our stay and if I am ever in that neck of the woods, I will stay again. On a side note, the neighborhood is in line with the rest of the town . I think that the other reviews have been unfair. Since we were moving, both of our cars were loaded up and we had a small U-Haul. We had no problems with security and I felt completely safe walking through the neighborhood.

We enjoyed our night in the beautifully restored historic Whisky Mansion. Quiet and comfortable…read more Felt safe. Interesting history. The bed was good, bathrooms good. Holly's breakfast, A+!