Serendipity Bed and Breakfast

SERENDIPITY* BED AND BREAKFAST (*an aptitude for making fortunate discoveries accidentally!) Our 1887 3 story brick house is the ultimate Victorian Experience! Our guests call this a museum you can sleep in!! You'll be transported... more

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"Outstanding" 10/14/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

Everything was to our satisfaction.

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"Good breakfast" 10/14/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

The house was really nice, but we stayed in the carriage house and the bathroom was too small, bed was a real neat old 4 poster bed, but we had a very good breakfast in main house.

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"So much to see!" 6/30/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

This B&B was so full of antiques, knickknacks, and books. We enjoyed looking at them all. We took advantage of the free house tour and really enjoyed it. The seclusion and privacy of the Carriage House made for a wonderful weekend.

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"Wonderful Place" 6/27/2009
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Stayed On: 6/2009

Retracing the Oregon Trail we opted to stay at this wonderful Bed and Breakfast. Susan the owner was so very nice to us--giving us precise directions to her establishment over the phone. Her place was very well maintained with fantastic flower gardens. The room she gave us was full of antiques, books, and everything we needed to feel right at home. She even gave us a tour of the main house including attic and basements. If we are ever in this area of the world again we will stay at the Serendipity Bed & Breakfast. Thanks Susan for a Great Stay!!

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"very nice, convenient" 6/8/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

Quaint former mansion, very well appointed, friendly, nice large patio for balmy spring evenings. walking distance to Independence attractions.

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"A step back in time" 5/19/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

The Victorian Era comes alive in this B&B! It is like falling sleep in a cozy museum replete with all the memories of a gracious, quiet era. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

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"first B&B" 11/5/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

it was unique and interesting. we felt at home and was comfortable. Susan was warm and hospitable. I enjoyed it very much!

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"lovely hosts" 10/28/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

very knowledgeable about the area.

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"pleasure" 10/27/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

what a joy to visit Independence: Truman Library, Truman home, Vaile Mansion, Independence Center, Heidelberger, etc.

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"WOW, what a place!!" 4/20/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

If you like antiques, then stay here. Doug and Susan are very charming and fun to visit with. We stayed in the carriage house and had the most wonderful weekend we had had in scores of years of marriage to each other. Make sure you get the tour of the whole house from attic to the basement and ask for the old car tour of Independence.

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"Very enjoyable!" 1/13/2008
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Stayed On: 1/2008

We recently stayed for 2 nights at Serendipity B&B, and were thouroughly impressed. Although not terribly excited about the many antiques in the photos, this B&B truly was a pleasant suprise. We would highly recommend this as a place to stay in Kansas City, and thouroughly enjoyed our visit.

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Serendipity Bed and Breakfast
116 S Pleasant
Independence, MO 64050-3638
USA
Phone: +1-816-833-4719
Fax: +1-816-833-4719
Toll-free: +1-800-203-4299
Innkeeper(s)
Susan and Doug Walter
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$45 - $95
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Review Serendipity Bed and Breakfast, Independence, MO

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This cheerful sign echoes the flowers below. This photo shows the Iris of May. Jonquils, daffodils, pink yarrow and lemon yellow daylillies bloom in other seasons!A three tiered fountain provides a delightful bath for many birds that flock to the flower-filled gardens. Although located in the heart of Historic Independence Missouri, the gardens, benches, birds and flowers give a quiet, secluded feeling. As you walk around the grounds, you will find flowers, Victorian gazing balls, bird feeders and places to sit at every turn.
A full breakfast of ham & cheese breakfast quiche, fruit, muffins, juice and coffee or tea is served in this dining room with antique china and silver. The table is graced by candlelight while a bevy of antique dolls looks on. Breakfast is usually served at 8 AM. Or guests with a kitchen in their suite may request a continental breakfast in their room at their convenienc with 24 hours advance notice.Beautiful Lithophane Stands are used throughout the house and guest rooms. The soothing music box tunes can be heard in all the rooms, too! Lithophanes in their Victorian style stands and music box tunes are both available for purchase. There are several dozen styles of lithophanes and 28 different music box titles (CD or tape) each with dozens of selections. CD: $15.95, + tax; lithophanes: $49.95-$59.95 + tax. Great souvenirs of your visit or gifts for folks back home. These items can be ordered by phone, too!
The Harry Truman suite on the second floor of the main house contains a 4 piece Renaissance Revival bedroom set with a full size bed in one room and an iron queen-size canopy bed in the 2nd bedroom. Lace curtains, antique lighting, a brass birdcage, candles and music box tunes contribute to the Victorian aura of this suite. 1 person $80; 2 people $95; 3 people, $110; 4 people $125 2 people, separate beds, $110 + tax on all prices quoted. Old time board games are available in all the rooms!The Bess Truman suite is located on the third floor of the main house. This "grandma's attic" suite is great for children! Besides the stock of board games, it contains a child's table & chairs, toys & shelves full of children's books. Many toys of grandma's era are displayed in cabinets. The first bedroom contains a king size bed and the smaller 2nd bedroom has an iron frame full size bed. The suite contains a kitchenette. The kitchen is stocked with soda pop, coffee, tea, popcorn, dishes, silverware, coffee pot, toaster, microwave and fridge. Several candy dishes provide snacks in all the rooms. 1 person, $80 2 people $95; 3 people, $110; 4 people, $125 + tax; 2 people separate beds, $110 + tax.
The small Garden Room is located on the lower level of the main house. It contains a twin bed and other antique furniture and lights that make even this small room a pleasant Victorian get-a-way. Three windows in the Garden Room give two different views of the garden. There is a sink in the room but the private bath with shower is across the hall. 1 person, $45/night + taxThe "Spirit of Independence Suite" on the second floor of the carriage house is a very roomy two-bedroom suite - ideal for 1 or 2 couples or a family with children! Included are a child-sized table & chairs books, crayons & toys that await visiting children. It contains a full kitchen with dining area, large living room with TV and full bath with tub and shower. One bedroom contains a brass queen size bed and the other has a king size bed. Antique lighting, Victorian accessories, lace curtains, antique pictures, and lots of reading material provide a relaxing atmosphere. Antique stereoscope viewers and cards provide 3 dimentional views of turn-of-the-century scenes. 2 people in queen or king bed $95; 3 people $110; 4 people $125 + tax on all prices quoted. Remember to request an antique car ride (time & weather permitting) and a house tour at the time you make your reservations.
The End of the Trails Suite is located in the Carriage House on the first floor. This room contains train prints, a bookcase of train books and a real electric train with track and transformer. A king size bed is provided. A sitting area fills one corner and a twin size bed is in al alcove off the sitting area. Suite contains a kitchen and eating area. 1 person, $80; 2 people in king bed, $95; 3 people in king & twin, $110; 2 people in separate beds, $110 + tax on all prices quoted.The Frontier Trails Suite is named for the trails which used to originate in Independence. This suite is located on the first floor of the Carriage House. A queen size bed provides the night's resting spot. A kitchen and eating area are included. Full bath with tub & shower. 1person, $65; 2 people, $80 + tax.