Chestnut Charm Bed & Breakfast

Barbara was kind and welcoming, and the Fireside Room was quiet, warm, nicely decorated, and had a comfortable bed. The ensuite bathroom was fine too. I was traveling alone and was the only guest that night. Those are the reasons I give it two stars out of five. The rest of the house felt dark and gloomy, with a strong musty smell throughout. Barbara seems to be trying to care for a large property, but there were cobwebs and dust under the bed, and the downstairs rooms and front area could use more light. In this condition, I wouldn't call it a romantic place for couples. I didn't raise these issues with the owner because I was there as a guest, not an inspector. I'm sharing them publicly so future guests know what to expect.

The interior felt dark, even with all the plants, and some natural light could make it much more cheerful. The Victorian mansion's outside needs substantial care: the building and sign need paint, and the landscaping needs trimming. I'd also update the furniture and window coverings.

Barbara was a gracious host and a wonderful cook. We loved hearing her stories about the house and the area while staying at this charming estate. It isn't a modern hotel room, but it has plenty of charm and made for a lovely visit. We'd stay again.

Barbara made us a wonderful homemade breakfast: thick sliced bacon, eggs with herbs from her garden, and apple streusel muffins made with apples from her tree. She was kind, helpful, and accommodating, and answered all my questions about the timeless mansion, along with sharing stories about it. My husband and I stayed in a gorgeous suite at the Chestnut Charm antique mansion after a wedding. It had its own bathroom and fireplace. We really enjoyed our stay, and I wish there were more bed and breakfasts like this.