Americus Garden Inn
Welcome to our beautiful, romantic antebellum mansion built in 1847 featuring 8 guestrooms each with private in-room bath. Each room has a King or Queen bed, color cable TV/VCR, free wireless internet connection, hairdryer, iron with... more
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| "Perfect Romantic 1st Anniversary Stay"
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9/21/2009 |
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Coming over from England to the USA for our first wedding anniversary was an easy decision for us - we love it here! however, trying to find somewhere romantic, cute, clean and helpful but still be reasonably priced wasn't so easy!
With the state of Georgia as our playing field we had a wide variety of places to stay!
However, after a long and hard trawl through hotels and B&B's, we finally booked Americus. I think it was the best decision we made for our entire holiday.
Communication before our trip was fantastic, we were greeted personally as we were getting out of the car, had a lovely tour round the beautiful inn and was then shown our wonderful wonderful room. We stayed in the Jacuzzi suite (which, by the way, the pictures do not do justice to!). We were welcomed to our room by a 'congratulations' banner over our door and scattered red petals and chocolates in a heart shaped bowl on our bed. It was such a beautiful personal touch.
The room was clean, bed was comfortable and jacuzzi to die for! We were sad we only had one night there but it was a fantastic stay and beautiful B&B.
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| "Cozy house and lovely hosts"
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7/16/2009 |
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We stayed in Americus for one night one Saturday this summer as we were driving through to get to Jimmy Carter's speech the day after, and one of the friends I was travelling with found this lovely B&B on the web. It looked gorgeous, and we were not disappointed!
The owners were very friendly and warm, and gave us a tour of the house and showed us directly to our room - we were in the Burgundy Room on the 2nd floor, and it was a very nice room; to top it all off, there were chocolates, snacks and home-baked cookies waiting for us! What a treat! Snacks and drinks were included for the duration of our stay, and we could help ourselves to whatever we wanted - a nice touch, I thought.
The gardens around the property are excellent for an afternoon of reading or sunbathing (there are several hammocks dotted around).
Breakfast is a story in itself - 3 courses with fruit, juices, pancakes and quiche. Amazing!!
All in all a super B&B and we would definitely come again if we're ever in the area. View Reviewer Info
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We stayed at the Inn February 11-13, 2009. After 13 years of marriage, this was the first time my husband and I were able to get away together. We were incredibly pleased with our decision to stay here. Susan and Kim are wonderful hosts. The mansion itself was very warm and inviting. We felt very comfortable. This was my husbands first experience at a B&B, he was hesitant at first, but quickly changed his mind. Susan gave us great insight as to the area attractions, as well as restaurants. I can't express enough how great our stay was. Beautiful home, very romantic, comfortable rooms, many little touches to make the stay even more special, wonderful hosts, and the best breakfast out we have ever had. Susan went out of her way to plan a special breakfast each morning to our liking. If you love homemade specialties, and great accomodations, than plan a stay at the Americus Garden Inn B&B. View Reviewer Info
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| "Best B&B in our experience!"
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8/22/2008 |
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After a long drive, it was so nice to arrive to a warm welcome by Kim in the parking lot. After a personal tour of the ground floor with many wonderful stories about the original family, we were escorted to a magnificent room ("The Scarlett O"Hara") complete with portrait over the mantel. Spacious, tastefully decorated with a large attached bathroom including both a shower and a jacuzzi. Kim took a lot of time to point out eateries in the area and things to see. He also told us about the opportunity to hear former President Jimmy Carter teach an adult Sunday School lesson at the Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, GA, one of just a few times a year. We decided to attend and had one of the most interesting and enjoyable church experiences. Afterward, people were allowed to have their pictures taken with Mr. and Mrs. Carter so our photo has definitely become the centre of discussion among our friends.
I would be remiss not to mention Susan's outstanding breakfasts. Her menus vary every day and we were treated to huge portions which kept us going well into the afternoon. Always with healthy selections, they started with scrumptious muffins hot from the oven, then fruit followed by interesting pancakes or egg dishes with meat. My husband asked for the recipes which Susan was quite willing to share. The meals were always accompanied by Kim's attentive and friendly service. Our conversations ranged over lots of topics and on our last day we did not want to leave.
One night, we took a stroll through their gardens and enjoyed the many plantings, elegant gazebo and the lovely fishpond with its huge koi.
This is definitely a gem of a B&B. Even if you are not interested in the area, (and there are many neat things to see including the Habitat for Humanity complex), it is worth the drive to relax in this wonderful setting and be pampered by these most hospitable folks.
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| "For Business or Leisure - Southern Hospitality at its Best!"
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8/10/2008 |
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Americus Garden Inn is a wonderful place for business travelers to stay. Kim and Susan go out of their way to accommodate the needs of a business traveler. They made arrangements to see that my husband had an opportunity to have breakfast even though he had to leave for work before the standard time breakfast is served. Kim went beyond the call of duty to make certain my husband had Internet access so that he could work way into the night. No problem was too large or too small for Kim and Susan to address, and they always did so with big smiles.
I myself experienced the Inn as a lady of leisure, and I have never felt more at home while away from home. Susan is a wonderful cook. I so enjoyed waking to mouthwatering treats such as Spinach Frittatas and Strawberry Yogurt pancakes. Every day was a culinary delight, and if Susan knows of any special dietary needs or desires, she will do all she can to meet those needs.
The facility itself is lovely. You need only read the other reviews that highlight the 1847 home’s charms. I so enjoyed rocking on the porch in the mornings or reading a book in the sitting room in the evenings. It is a short drive to Andersonville and Jimmy Carter’s compound, so history lovers will enjoy the area, too.
Americus Garden Inn is not only a wonderful location for honeymooners, those on vacation, those interested in history, and those who find rest and relaxation in small towns, it is also a great place for business travelers. I look forward to my next chance to spend a night or two or more with my new friends, Kim and Susan, in their lovely Americus Garden Inn B & B.
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| "Glorious Stay in Georgia"
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3/28/2008 |
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Our stay at the Americus Garden Inn was an experience that we are glad that we did not miss. A beautifu and immaculate old home with all of the amenities one could possibly desire. The room wa lovely and spacious, the bed comfortable and the bath had all the modern luxuries.The hosts, Susan and Kim Egelseer provide the finishing touches including books, DVDs, games, 24 hours of access to homemade snacks and drinks. A breakfast prefared by Susan from scratch every morning, is a culinary treat and she is also an interesting , caring and knowledgeable guide to the area.The location in Americus, near Plains and Andersonville, GA, provides access to fine dining as well as home cooking and opportunities to explore American history at its roots. We loved it View Reviewer Info
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| "Great birthday trip"
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3/4/2008 |
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I was reading guest reviews of various B&B's in order to select one for my wife's birthday. I selected Americus Garden Inn and was very pleased with my selection. The best part was that my wife was even more pleased than I was. Upon arrival, innkeeper Susan greeted us and promptly gave us a tour of the B&B as well as giving a history of the mansion. We later met Kim, Susan's husband , who was very knowledgable of activities of interest in the area. Between the two, we received a great overview of the Americus area. We stayed two nights and our room, "Scarlets Room" was very large and comfortable. Susan's breakfasts each morning were delicious and far exceeded anything my wife and I had experienced at any other B&B at which we have stayed. I had read that Susan's specialty was pancakes, my wife's favorite, and I mentioned that when I made online reservations. Later I was surprised by a call from Susan, who ask if there was any special pancakes she could prepare for us. This extra attention to detail was quite imperssive. We especially enjoyed the hospatality and conversation with other guests each morning over breakfast. Kim and Susan suggested a very nice restaurant for my wife's evening birthday meal. It turned out to a great recommendation. The only recommendation we could offer would be to improve the landscape. Due to a previous tornado, many trees on the property were lost. This has left much of the area open, however, Kim and Susan have a landscaping plan prepared and as weather permits were eager to implement it. Of course February is not the best time of the year for yard beauty. We loved this inn and would certainly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good B&B. If we are in the Americus area, we will definately stay here. View Reviewer Info
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| "Souther charms . . . "
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1/1/2008 |
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We just stayed a Saturday and Sunday night at Americus Garden Inn. The entire stay is worthwhile.
With a greeting at the door, owner Kim Egelseer tours new guests through both floors of the pre-Civil War era home. He is more than cordial, outwardly friendly and is a gracious host. Susan, his wife, was alread busy in the kitchen but peeked out to say hello.
The morning breakfasts are wonderful starting with a round of muffins (including ziploc bags to take the extras home), a special Susan fruit concoction, a substantial egg creation with thee homemade pancakes and syrup.
Snacks, homemade biscotti, drinks and coffee are available in the Dining Room all day long.
There is a wonderful Baby Grand Piano in the parlor suitable for playing. Should you not have the ear to tap out a tune, simply follow along with the vintage sheet music atop the instrument.
Wonderful conversation with owners Kim and Susan, a beautiful 19th century home in a quiet historic district, unique rooms and incredible breakfast make for a worthwhile stay. View Reviewer Info
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| "Your stress will melt away"
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9/24/2007 |
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We left her home early on a Friday morning for what should have been a 6 hour trip. After sitting in 3 hours of bumper to bumper traffic in Atlanta (ugh) and then driving through a torrential downpour, we finally made it, 9 hours later, to Americus Garden Inn B&B. We were so kindly greeted by Susan and Kim. Kim even carried our bags up to our room and we can't tell you how much these road-weary gals appreciated that. While Kim was lugging our bags, Susan gave us a tour of the B&B and then got us to our room so we could unwind. Our room was beautiful as is the rest of the old Victorian home. Susan's breakfasts are delicious and we felt right at home (and spoiled) with Kim's attentiveness and interesting conversation. Susan and Kim also are full of information as to where to dine and what to see while in the area and, wow, is there a lot to see and do.
It was so good and comforting to get back to the B&B after our long day of sightseeing. I love that you can get yummy snacks, fruit and coffee/tea any time of the day or night. We had coffee with Bailey's (we brought our own Bailey's) each night before bedtime out on the back porch and it really hit the spot. The beds were so comfy. We also were delighted that there was a journal in our room that had many entries from other visiting guests and we had the best time reading the entries before we penned our own thoughts.
This was my first experience at a B&B. I didn't think I would feel comfortable staying at a "stranger's" home, but Susan and Kim were able to change my way of thinking in short order. It was almost sad to leave them because you really feel like you're leaving family behind. From now on, it's B&B's for me and I can't wait to get back to Americus Garden Inn B&B for what will hopefully be a longer stay. There is so much too see in that area, we barely scraped the surface. And, besides, I like being spoiled for a few days :-)
Thank you so much, Susan and Kim!
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| "Great B&B with Fantastic hosts!"
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3/21/2007 |
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My wife and I had a long weekend from work so we thought we'd do a "history" get away. We chose Americus because of the rich Southern history of the area, and Americus has quite a bit of history preserved right there.
We had never stayed in a B&B so we thought we'd give it a try. I chose Americus Garden Inn after reviewing their website. After speaking to Susan on the phone I made reservations confident I chose the right place. Susan is a joy to talk to. What a great weekend it was. Susan and Kim were fantastic hosts, greeting as we pulling into the drive. Susan gave us a nice tour of the B&B meanwhile sharing the history of the Inn from the time it was built to now. We were shown were everything was in our room and instructed how to get in touch with them if we needed anything. They also went over several restaurants in the area as well as the area attractions which include Andersonville Civil War prison, the 1840's town of Westville, downtown Americus historic buildings as well as Jimmy Carter National park and homeplace amoung others.
Susan is a fabulous cook, no I should say Chef, and spoiled us with a wonderful breakfast every morning, even accomodating me on my diet. Kim visited with us during breakfast helping us to plan our day by answering any questions and making our breakfast plates or coffee cups weren't empty until we had all we wanted to eat. It was nice for Kim to spend some time with us even though 2 weeks earlier they sustained substantial yard damage from the tornado and Kim had lots of work to do to get it all cleaned up. The breakfasts Susan prepared were top knock. Not only did we enjoy our stay in a beautiful house, in the historic district in a very comfortable room with snacks, videos, and books available for no extra charge, we made new friends with Susan and kim. Great hosts, but also just good folks. I can't wait until we can do it again. View Reviewer Info
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| "Stopover before Florida"
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1/10/2007 |
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Contact Information

Americus Garden Inn504 Rees Park Americus, GA 31709-4078 USA
| Phone: | +1-229-931-0122 | | Toll-free: | +1-888-758-4749 |
Innkeeper(s) Kim and Susan Egelseer
Rates: $99 - $129
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