We chose White oak manor over others because of its location and the positive reviews. David and Tammy make sure you have an enjoyable visit. We came to Jefferson from west Tennessee to meet other family members for a three day stay in Jefferson and had a very peaceful and restful stay. We really enjoyed the beauty of the home and the exceptional breakfast that was prepared fresh daily by David. We highly recommend White Oak Manor to anyone planning a visit to Jefferson Texas. Thank you, David and Tammy read more

This is by far the best bed and breakfast in Jefferson! The early 1900 home has a feel that takes you back in time. David will cook you breakfast like a 5 star chef! Clean rooms and little hidden chocolates throughout the house! Worth every bit!! read more

Stayed over for Memorial Day weekend in the veranda king size room on the first floor - LOVED IT! The house was as cute in person as online. Our room even had a little back porch that viewed the garden and the ckaw foot tub was fun. Very clean and the owners are welcoming and accommodating. It's in a quiet area but walking distance/very short drive to downtown where all the cute shops and tours are. Would stay here again! read more

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Absolutely wonderful stay. David and Tammy did an outstanding job of making sure every need was met, and Are also wonderful, fun people. I will absolutely be back. read more

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I came here for the Pulpwood Queens Girlfriend Weekend, dragging along the hubby as my driver and personal slave. I chose this place because the breakfasts looked delicious and the garden room has a balcony. It also has both a claw-foot tub and a shower, an electric fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a Keurig with plenty of coffee varieties. My husband loved the Keurig and was doing crazy things like making coffee at 12:30 in the morning, just because it was convenient. Everything was just like it looked in the photos. The innkeepers, Dave and Tammy, were so welcoming and laid-back. Dave is the cook and made amazing breakfasts. He asks if you have any restrictions so he can tailor it. He made a delicious German pancake served in a ramekin with apple-brandy sauce and fresh blueberries that I will be dreaming about for some time. Every breakfast had some kind of carb and protein and fruit, plus coffee and fresh OJ. Another nice touch is how they have a fridge stocked with sodas and waters and extra cream right outside the room for guests to use. Our room also had a mini fridge, which had cream in it for coffee. They also have movies, popcorn, and books. There are a few websites that say this place is haunted, but I didn't see anything. One night, I think I turned the ceiling fan off and then it was on later, but that might have been me not knowing how to work it. Our room was bright and cheerful, and the whole place had good energy. It's also quite close to the downtown area-- maybe a half mile at most. You can hear the train whistling all night (you can no matter where you are in Jefferson, because the train goes around the town), but it's not so bad at this place. read more

Property has untapped potential. Lots of improvements have been made with interior paint & flooring but hodgepodge decor, tired furnishings, and lack of a cohesive design element leave it lacking. For example, an expensive collection of signed guitars are showcased in huge glass cases throughout the public space??? It is the strangest of decors! My top criteria for a B&B: pristine cleanliness, a peaceful palette, comfortable bedding/bath linens, and plenty of hot water. In that order: this particular suite in desperate need of a deep cleaning. Faux foliage is PASSE, even if not dust covered and throughout the suite, that was the case. There are many hardy houseplants that are beneficial in 'cleaning the air' like philodendron varieties ... and they can go in the shower while beds are changed between guests. Light fixtures, fan blades, mantle, even the headboard were dusty - most surfaces in fact need to be 'touched' in their entirety. Casegoods need scratch cover & a good rubbing with Restor-a-Finish or similar product. From the stairwell fixture to the bedroom, lights/switch plates need some serious attention with cleaning & polishing. All curtains (polyester lace) need to be washed! Grime apparent, especially near door knobs of double doors to the tiny balcony and in the bathroom over shutters with louvres that need repair. The adjoining rooms were painted different colors; the bedroom choice a bit too 'saturated' (green) to be restful & the bath yellow. A softer sea foam would be more appealing. I'd suggest retiring the dust ruffle & not replacing it. The very worn kitschy quilt could be replaced with a white cotton matelasse coverlet. The faded, soiled rug is very dated in style. There are choices congruent with the period/style of the that would freshen the space considerably. A painted table with a Keurig coffee station could be replaced with a faux front piece that covers electrical outlets & unsightly cords visible underneath. The faux fireplace has three elements going: yellow 'fire brick', dark green tile surround & white painted mantle. Consider painting interior with a neutral color for aesthetics, remove tile that is just 'jarring' and do surround with faux marble or similar solid surface product. Replace chair with a fresher style or refinish/recover present one in a classy toile. There's room for two MATCHING chairs on the back wall if the armoire is switched. Consider adding bench at the foot of the bed as one chair is inadequate unless a single occupant. AND, it provides a place for unused bed coverings and pillows/shams. On that point, Comfy brand microfiber sheets are fine but BRING YOUR OWN PILLOW! Flattened, poly fill pillows would not fluff & resulted in poor sleep. The bathroom was poorly designed to optimize space. The shower could have been larger as there is wasted space and it is extremely small, both the door & the enclosure. There is a wonderful claw foot tub with plenty of hot water but the copper fittings need cleaning and a tub tray/bath caddy is needed as there is no place for soap but the adjacent window sill . The pedestal sink is too low, even for short people. Plush European style towels were great, as well as the Gilchrist & Soames toiletries and the robes are a nice touch but one was hung with a stained sleeve . An oddly unattractive and dusty bakers rack of sorts used for storage (blow dryer in a dusty basket and extra linens ) next to the sink should GO AWAY. Don't know how it could possibly be kept clean, even if it was attractive. It screams 'flea market find' and not in a good way. The folding luggage rack in the BR has gouged the wall & left unsightly damage to the dry wall behind it. The down time with the pandemic would have seemed an ideal time to get maintenance & deep cleaning done. It is, in fact, what other favorite properties did. HVAC vents are at either side of the bed headboard and need to be cleaned & repainted. There was a convenient small fridge with bottled water & soda. On to breakfasts. Friendly (if somewhat loud) proprietors share kitchen space with rather tight tables. It was uncomfortable considering international travelers with the Omicron variety looming. Taking a plate back to a suite without seating or going to the porch would have meant cold food, no hot coffee. While the menu was filling and substantial, it was not 'exceptional' as per some reviews; scrambled eggs (don't hold heat well in the best of circumstances), stuffed French toast - a dense bit of sweet bread akin to a casserole, underripe melon but excellent, crisp bacon. A coffee carafe and juice pitcher were in each table. If produce isn't at peak, it shouldn't be plated. Have fresh, assorted berries or hot fruit casserole as a ready substitute. As for the exterior of the property, it needs attention/maintenance. This property needs a design consultant in the worst ways to maximize the potential of this property in the most delightful town with the friendliest people. read more

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Tammy and Dave very nice the breakfast was great Dave is a great cook. The house is very clean very nice place. We shopped for antiques in town which is just minuets away. My wife slept better in that bed then her own. read more

Dave and Tammy were engaging and friendly. The room was immaculately clean. There were lots of nice little touches, like fridge and Keurig coffee maker in the room, lots of DVD movies to pick from, sodas, water, cookies. Breakfast was fabulous! Sitting on the front porch at evening listening to the birds chirp and enjoying the peace and quiet of Jefferson was so relaxing. A great place to unwind. The oak trees in the front and back yards are awesome. read more

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Just the very best B & B, bar none!!! Best rooms, best hosts, VERY BEST breakfasts, best amenities. best location. Every room has its own Keurig style coffee maker with a choice of teas and coffees. Every room has 2 luxurious robes and luxurious sheets, a roomy fridge, plenty of plugs for your computer and phone, wi-fi connection, TV with cable plus DVDs for watching. Six of us stayed in 4 rooms and agreed that none of us had stayed in a B & B that was as nice. Roomy front porch and parlor for languid day/evenings visiting. Friendly and helpful hosts who also stay out of your way. The location was within walking distance of many places in town. We were just overwhelmed by the NICENESS of it all ... and plan to return! read more

I did some research on places to stay in Jefferson and White Oak Manor had great reviews so we thought we'd try it. We have not been disappointed. The place is very clean and the sheets are SO comfy - I called them "buttery" - because they are silky (but not slippery or cold), soft, smooth and delicious, if sheets can be called that! They have robes that are just as luxurious and our bed slept well, even though the room was warmer than what we are used to sleeping in. David met us when we arrived and was the one who made us breakfast, which was delicious by the way. (Crustless, silky quiche topped with sour cream and salsa, applewood bacon, fried white and sweet potatoes - amazing - and an apple cinnamon scone displayed with a strawberry & orange slice (its in the little things), served with coffee and OJ.) Tammy served us and stayed to chat even after breakfast was over. Such a wonderful, unpretentious couple. I love that their heart is in what they do and it shows in the details. They told us about bed and breakfast conferences they attend which speaks volumes to me. I was not aware of "ghost walks" and some places being "haunted" here in Jefferson until we arrived, but if you have and you're looking for a haunted place to stay at, I'm afraid you won't find it here. There's only peace and serenity here. read more

We loved our hosts Tammy and David! They were so welcoming and careful with all the little details. They went above and beyond on making our stay pleasant and relaxing. Breakfast was amazing!!! And our room was just perfect. With everything we needed and more. We can't wait to go back! read more

This place was great! Dave and Tammy really made us feel at home. They were so helpful. The house was beautiful and was half a mile from downtown Jefferson. This place is worth checking out. read more

This was our first bed and breakfast experience, and it's going to be hard for any other B&B to top it. Pulling up in front of the beautiful 1920's home surrounded by a quaint white picket fence, we just felt the stresses of everyday life drain away. After dinner and dessert downtown, we called it an early night and relaxed in the comfy bed in front of the flat screen tv. The next morning we enjoyed some coffee on the peaceful wrap around porch before breakfast. The breakfast David prepared was amazing, and we really enjoyed chatting with David and Tammy. Our stay was wonderful. Maybe even more relaxing than a day at a spa. Thanks, David and Tammy being such great hosts! read more

This was our first time at a B&B and the experience was wonderful! The owners Tammy and David were so nice and friendly, the house was beautiful and well-kept. They had snacks and drinks outside of the rooms if the desire for a snack struck. Unfortunately we could only stay one night but we would have loved to stay more. One of the owners Tammy was really knowledgeable about things to do/places to eat in the area and was very helpful. Also, David made an delicious home cooked and filling breakfast. This B&B has all the amenities of a hotel with the comfort of home. If I ever go back to Jefferson I would definitely stay with them again! read more

We have stayed in many B & B's. This place is exceptional! Tammy & Dave are gracious , great cooks, and run a wonderful place. Bed was very comfortable, fridge in & outside room was stocked, bathroom was sparkling clean as was the room. We highly recommend White Oak Manor!! read more

Great place! Really enjoyed the rooms and the time with the hosts! Have already recommended it to 5 people planning on going to to Jefferson in the next two months. Loved it read more

I had a fantastic stay at White Oak Manor in mid-August. My room was clean and comfortable and I loved all the extra touches - popcorn and soda, movie cabinet, robes, and the in room Keurig. I enjoyed my room's sitting area which looked out on the front lawn. Breakfast was wonderful - Eggs Benedict. The property is beautiful and very close to downtown. I will be back! read more