Anyone who loves historic homes will love staying at this most gracious B & B. I have paid money to see restored homes like this, but this time there were no ropes to keep me from entering the rooms. The decorating is perfection, with quality furnishings and materials throughout. The hosts are generous with their time, and will give interested guests a tour. Our innkeepers, Allen and Al, provide the warmest and most comfortable environment, with places to relax and beautiful music in the background. Breakfast was delicious, and served elegantly. Needless to say, our next visit to Columbus will include a stay at the Garden Manor.

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The owners/operators were very friendly, gracious, and entertaining.

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The house is spectacular and Allen and Al are very nice gentlemen. As we had a very busy schedule we only ate once and it was wonderful. The home is located in an area that appears to be under redevelopment and I was worried that it might not be safe. This turned out to be an unfounded concern. If we return to Columbus I would be very happy to stay again.

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The Garden Manor is a beautifully restored mansion in a historic residential area of Columbus close to downtown. We only stayed one night (The Early Room) while driving through Ohio on I-70 to Maryland, but we definitely plan to return sometime in the future. The house is within a convenient drive of restaurants and the Franklin Park Conservatory. Al and Allen were extremely gracious hosts. Al offered an informative tour of the historic house and its restoration and was a great source for information on Columbus area sightseeing.

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The Garden Manor is a beautiful home, rich in history. Al & Allen have shown great care and respect to ensure their home lives up to its original glory. We stayed in the Guest House, which was the perfect combination of B&B luxury and privacy. Breakfast was always wonderful and the hosts were absolutely delightful. I would not hesitate to stay at Garden Manor again and will recommend it to anyone travelling to Columbus. Actually, I will recommend that people travel to Columbus JUST to stay at this B&B! Thanks for the wonderful memories, Al & Allen! Sherree

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My husband and I did not expect this gem of a retreat in Columbus. The house is exquisite with multifaceted (cultural, musical, medical and architectural) and intriguing histories. The 2 Als love this grand lady and her role in this grand little city (and know it well). We could not ask for more hospitable hosts. They went out of their way to make sure our stay was pleasant, even driving us to an OSU football game (well, as near as humanly possible). Their recommendations for local dining were spot on (including mapquested directions to get us there). And breakfast was always a delicious treat (including waking up to the inviting aroma.) There's no way any Sheraton on Hyatt could compare. Thanks, gentleman.

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Historic home is beautifully restored. No country kitsch here, just sophisticated, rich design. Great hosts. The location is urban, but the property is very secure. There's no "Not applicable" option on the survey, but since I didn't have a meal at the B&B during my stay I can't comment on that. All else superb.

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Since I visit my daughter and 2 grandkids in Columbus at least once a year I now have a fourth reason to visit...to stay at the Garden Manor, the most beautiful B&B I have ever experienced! Some real pluses...Al and Allen, the superlative hosts; a stocked refrigerator and fresh coffee in the upstairs lounge; everything spectacularly clean; off-street parking; huge (overwhelming!) selections of bath products; a beautiful "player" grand piano; and would you believe, crystal and porcelain wastebaskets! The only thing I found missing was a set of coasters in my room so as to protect the extremely nice furniture from wet drinking glasses. In all, the house was an architectural gem which was furnished to museum standards! Thanks, Al and Allen, and the next time I promise not to set off your burglar alarm!!! Rob Burrington Palm Springs, CA

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The Garden Manor inn is a beautifully restored home that is located close to major highways yet you would never know when you are relaxing on the veranda overlooking the gorgeous garden. The rooms are wonderful as is the breakfast in the morning. We had a great time and would stay here again.

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Our hosts were so welcoming and friendly - they took great care of us and seem to really enjoy hosting their guests. We stayed in the guest house which worked quite well for our family of 4 - we have two small children. Our baby stayed in a pack-n-play and our 3 year old on an air mattress - we easily fit into the spacious bedroom with plenty of room for our luggage in the large walk-in closet. The sitting room is beautiful and the kitchen with eat-in dining was also clean and well-equipped. There were drinks in the fridge and snacks waiting for us when we arrived. The garden is very pretty as well - nicely maintained and a joy to stroll through to get to the guest house. Our 3 year old thought it was his own personal wonderland! The energy and effort that Al and Allen have put into this historic property and the Olde Towne neighborhood is commendable. I am an architect who has a special appreciation for historic architecture and I was very impressed with how nicely the property had been renovated as well as the tasteful modern touches that have been added. We enjoyed our visit thoroughly and plan to come back whenever we're in Columbus! Jennifer, Phoenix, Arizona

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Allen and Al are a hoot. They spent a couple hours chatting with us. Very knowledgable of the property and neighboring areas. Plenty of good reataurants within a couple miles. If you are into classic architecture, history, decorating and gardening this is the place! Dave and Kitty Smith 8/6/09

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We had a wonderful experience here!! Beautiful rooms, GREAT hosts, a gorgeous setting/gardens and a wonderful breakfast to boot. Lovely all around; highly recommended.

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This amazing B&B has been lovingly and meticulously restored to period perfection. The house and grounds are breath-taking. The owners are very knowledgeable about period restoration, the history of their home in particular, real estate, and everything that is going on locally. They gave us a great tour of the manor, its accompanying rear cottage, and the garden. The gorgeous marble conservatory (which had tons of windows, a stained glass ceiling, and a view of the pretty and immaculately kept back garden) was the setting for breakfast- which was delicious but not tailored to our diet restrictions (so meat was needlessly wasted). A gorgeous player piano filled the house with music in the early evening as wine and cheese were served in the large, beautiful, modern, marble kitchen in the back. Snacks, a refrigerator, a washer, dryer, and ironing board/iron were available in a utility room. And you can take advantage of several common-area rooms. The location was great for accessing anything downtown. Caveats: While our room had a private bath, not all rooms do; no one made our bed or emptied trash while we were away from our room; rooms (or at least ours) did not include a TV (we didn't care, but others may, so I mention it); and the neighborhood was sketchy (but we felt safe because the manor had a separate walled-off parking lot in back and the house itself had a security alarm).

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Al and Allen were wonderful hosts. The Graden Manor is historical and both owners were very knowledgeable about architecture and the history of the estate. Breakfast was wonderful and I would recommend this place as one of the best B&B's I have ever stayed in. It is clean and beautiful and the history is very interesting.

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The Garden Manor could be set up as a house museum that people would pay to tour, but instead guests can sleep there! Very welcoming and comfortable.

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Enough can't be said about the beauty of Al & Allen's B&B. We had a charming and restful stay. The hospitality was top-notch. Hope to someday stay again!

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Our experience was WONDERFUL! The room was Beautiful and Allen and Al were More than accommodating! We had such a great time with the other guests at their meet and greet each night and the cookies were a special top off to the evening! We will be back for sure! You will not be disappointed for adding this B&B to your Favorites List! The only problem that we had was that the time went way toooo fast! Thanks for everything Guys! Sincerely, Rick and Holly Lewis

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We just spent one night as we were passing through, so didn't have much spare time to relax and enjoy it. But the house and garden were fabulous. Al and Allen are enjoyable and attentive hosts, and we thoroughly enjoyed our brief stay.

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For those who enjoy exceptional architecture and historical surroundings, this is a great stay. The hosts are cordial and truly want their guests to enjoy their beautiful home. A wonderful find in Columbus. They also serve a lovely breakfast allowing the guests to get to know each other

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Thanks to Al and Allen for a wonderful stay at The Garden Manor. As gracious hosts, they have impeccably restored the home to it's Queen Anne splendor and their attention to detail is unmatched. The hospitality and the morning breakfast were superb. We would highly recommend The Garden Manor to anyone traveling to Columbus. Bryan and Joe, Chicago, IL

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We had a fantastic stay at the Garden Manor B & B in Columbus, OH. Al and Allen could not have been more wonderful hosts. The place is a gorgeous testament to early 1900's architecture and decorating, and the breakfasts were delicious. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and would recommend this lovely "garden manor" to anyone traveling to Columbus. Denise and Mark

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My wife and I are relocating to Columbus, and we had a terrific introduction to the city during our recent stay at The Garden Manor. This is a truly remarkable late 19th-century home that has played an important and varied role in the city's history -- serving first as home to an early innovator in x-ray technology and then as a prestigious way station for jazz greats visiting the city in the 1930s and 40s. We stayed in the inn's guest house, which is a fully equipped suite located just across an exquisite courtyard garden from the main building. Complete with its own kitchen and barrel-vaulted, wood-paneled study, the guest house offers a secluded haven in the midst of a bustling urban neighborhood. The inn as a whole has been impeccably and beautifully restored to its original grandeur. Every room is a treasure with imported marble mantles, intricately carved mahogany paneling, a variety of original artwork. What's more, the owners, Al Waddell and Allen Baker. are the most gracious hosts we have ever encountered in our years of staying in bed and breakfasts. Their conversation was delightful, and their knowledge of the city and its history positively encyclopedic. Last but certainly not least, the food was terrific, from freshly baked chocolate chip cookies to a delectable egg and cheese breakfast casserole. You do not want to miss the fantastic experience this fine historic manor and its proprietors have to offer.

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Al and Allen have lovingly restored their beautiful home and garden. Their hospitality is unmatched -- they held happy-hour for our somewhat late arrival, gave us the grand tour, then recommended a restaurant for dinner that was a perfect fit for us after a long day on the road. Breakfast was delicious as well. We are looking for a reason to return to Columbus, and the Garden Manor.

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Our stay at the Gardon Manor was wonderful. The Gardon Manor is beautiful. The hosts are wonderful as well. It was such a pleasant experience. I truly can't wait to go back.

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My mother-in-law and I went to Columbus for a conference and decided to stay here for the night. I felt like the pictures on the website showed it to be a beautiful place but it far exceeded my expectations. The owners have taken wonderful care in restoring the home and making it to be a beautiful and warm environment. I stayed in the Tussing room and my mother-in-law had the Madry room. Both were well appointed rooms. Allen and Al were wonderful hosts and provided a very informed tour of the history of the home. They also were willing to answer any questions we had about the area. They made dinner reservations for us which turned out to be a blessing and the dinner was very tasty (Black Creek Bistro). The security in the place made us feel comfortable as well. We had a wonderful stay and we didn't want to leave. Hopefully we will be able to return again soon!

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Victorian is the theme and decor of Garden Manor. When you walk into the B&B, you feel as you have walked into another world. The house itself has a calming and peaceful effect. It's gorgeous with it's period lighting fixtures, draperies,pictures, furniture, molding, wood work, paint colors. Each piece placed in the house is intentional and well balanced. No clutter objects. Garden Manor, the house itself, has rooms for every mood; if you want to cozy up with a book, there's the reading room, if you want a room filled with windows to gaze out to the garden, there's one. If you just want to relax and listen to soft music, there's the parlor. The 3 rooms are stunning and comfortable, each with it's own unique color arrangements and pieces of furniture. The bathrooms are clean and bright. The breakfast itself has a array of delicious dishes that meet every food group, even one for sweet tooths Afternoon complimentary snacks and drinks are served. Even though Garden Manor takes you back 150 years, the house is up to spec in regards to electrical, plumbing, heating and the kitchen. Our hosts, Allen and Al were gracious and helpful; making reservations with restaurants and theatre, providing information on everything that Columbus has to offer, and with every thought of giving their guests the best possible experience. My husband and I were able to stay 2 nights with the spend 1 night and get the second half off special. In conclusion, The Garden Manor is the only B&B my husband and I will use in the future.

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We cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay at The Garden Manor. Al and Allen have created a most comfortable, inviting atmosphere--and all within one of the most elegant, plush historic homes in which we've stayed. Just lovely. With the art museum and conservatory close by, we could not have chosen a better location for our purposes. In fact, my future husband and I enjoyed our stay so much that we are thinking of asking Al and Allen to host our wedding. :)

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Beautifully decorated and charming B&B in a historic district in close proximity to downtown. Hosts could not be more friendly, accommodating and helpful. Extra points for cookies at night! Nate

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My boyfriend and I stayed for two nights at the Garden Manor Inn, and we had an amazing time. Each room was immaculately decorated, and we greatly enjoyed the rich history and energy put into restoring such a beautiful house. Our hosts, Al and Allen, were delightful. We enjoyed their hospitality – wine and cheese social hour where we got to meet other guests, fresh baked cookies after we came home for the evening, and a delicious breakfast each morning. Since we didn’t know our way around, they printed us directions, recommended restaurants, and were extremely helpful in suggesting local attractions. And, did I mention how beautiful our room was? We stayed in the Madry room, named after one of the previous owners. We stay in a lot of B&B’s all over the US, and this was one of the best experiences we’ve ever had. Thank you Al and Allen!

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We were attracted by the website and then our expectations were more than met with this elegant and historic setting. The service was far beyond anything we expected.

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The home was absolutely stellar. We were met my our hosts who were incredibly hospitable, pleasant and professional. Strawberrys, cheese, grapes, and wine were available on the counter in the kitchen. The hosts, own an incredible historic home just east of downtown Columbus and the tour they gave us was presented well and maintained our interest. Our room was fantastic and very comfortable. The hosts had recommended a restaurant 1 mile away called the Black Creek Bistro which was excellent. The breakfast was, again, terrific with an egg/potato casserole, bacon, fruit, juice and coffee. We have placed this gem of a place on our list of recommended places, for not only my wife and I to return, but for others to experience as well. Bravo!

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My husband and I stay at a lot of B & B's and this one will definitely be added to the "we want to stay here again" file. The hosts went out of their way to pamper us, the home is fabulous, the snacks and breakfast were delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

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I stayed here in February and enjoyed it so much that I returned in March with a few of my closest friends. The rooms are beautiful and the hosts are tremendously helpful, thoughtful, and knowledgeable about the many wonderful events, shops and activities in Columbus.

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My wife and I stayed recently as part of a relaxing weekend. The house is exquisite, Al and Allen made our stay tremendously enjoyable, and the location made it easy to visit a lot of attractions like the Museum, the Kelton House, Franklin Park Conservatory, and the Cathedral. A great place to stay because of all that, but what really made it stand out was the hospitality from the time I called about a reservation through the end of our stay. They will take great care of you.

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We stayed there in February. The owners were very nice and talkative, and helpful when we needed directions to some local restaurants. They have a beautiful B&B- although the Garden would be much more beautiful when everything is in bloom, of course. I gave the rooms 4 out of 5 because one of them was a little chilly at night, while the other was extremely warm. The owners said we could use one of the space heaters normally reserved for the bathroom- but we didn't take them up on it. I guess we should have :). Overall, a great place to stay, and the value is unbeatable! Very close to the German village which has nice bakeries to visit.... yum!

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We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the tour of this historical home. The hosts were friendly, the conversations enriching and the breakfast was excellent.

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Breathtaking property with excellent access to everything in the Columbus region. A step back in time like nothing I have ever experienced. Great Wi-Fi service. Hosts made arrangements for a guest pass at local health club. Wish I wasn't in town on business so that I could have spent more time enjoying this amazing home.

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Many thanks to Al and Allen for a wonderful stay at Garden Manor. You have done an incredible job restoring this home and are truly gracious hosts. I will personally recommend this B&B experience to everyone!

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Gracious hosts created an inviting atmosphere for our stay. The house is absolutely beautiful and even in winter the walled garden is charming. From a pleasant evening reading by the downstairs fire to hot tea awaiting me outside our room in the morning, it was a comfortable as being at home, only better!

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My wife and stay at B&B's wherever we go and I can say without a doubt that Garden Manor is one of the nicest we've ever stayed in. When we arrived after a 3 hour drive, it was wonderful to be greeted by our hosts with cheese and wine! The home is completely gorgeous. We thought it was also an incredible value. With a AAA discount, we paid 95 dollars for the night which included the night time snacks, breakfast, and of course great conversation with our hosts. They were really knowledgeable about the area and went out of their way to help us find a restaurant and plan other aspects of our stay.

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This was our first trip to a bed and breakfast and we throughly enjoyed it. We would both highly recommend this bed and breakfast Al and Allen are wonderful hosts they go out of their way to make you feel very welcome. They are also very helpful at helping you find good places to eat or even things to do during your stay. We also very much enjoyed just sitting and talking to them and also hearing about the history of their home. We have recommended this bed and breakfast to many of our friends since we have come back home and we also plan on returning ourselves in teh future. Also the breakfast Al fixed us was great he is a terrific cook.

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What a wonderful way to spend Valentines! Al and Allen are such gracious hosts and really made our weekend even more special -- all the little extras --flowers in the room, comfy robes, chocolates, etc. they ensured everything was perfect! Their home is very beautiful and so warm and inviting; the web photos really don't capture their magnificent home. Al took care of dinner reservations and evening activities which made our weekend even more special. They are truly the most wonderful innkeepers we have ever encountered! We will definitely return!

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This is a great bed and breakfast very close to downtown Columbus. Al & Alan have a wonderful historic home and their hospitality was fantastic. Wine & Cheese each night and full breakfast in the morning completed the experience.

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This is one gorgeous home. They have thought of everything to make your stay very comfortable. I will be back again for business next month and I already rebooked. Love, Love, Loved it.

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We had an exceptional and outstanding experience at the historic and beautifully restored Garden Manor. Allen and Al were wonderful hosts. We highly recommend the Garden Manor.

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The hosts were delightful, they had tons of suggestions, and even printed out directions and made reservations for us. The house is incredible, the pictures don't do it justice. We will stay there every time we go to Columbus.

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The inn is absolutely stunning. Warm and inviting, a level of detail that pictures on the web do not do justice to! The late night chocolate chip cookies were the icing on the cake. Thank you so much.

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Breathtaking home, beautifully restored. The gracious hosts are highly knowledgeable about the home and Columbus, and go out of their way to make your stay special. Thank you, Al & Allan, for sharing your home!

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I had the most wonderful weekend stay at the Garden Manor celebrating my retirement with my Fav girl pals. Al and Allen were perfect hosts, historian/steward and have restored this home to what it deserves. I experienced the finest hospitality ( warm,fun, unintrusive); and "Architectural Digest" interior and details; and complete comfort at their home. A& A even stayed up for us everynight with cookies awaiting at midnight ! This is a great way to live in luxury and comfort, even just for a couple of days, with Garden Manor now plants firmly in my heart. Thanks Al and Allen for the delightful conversation; and your care for us during the stay. Wishing you both great joy, health, and success. Norma,Huntley Illinois

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