The Skelton House
Book this B&B online by submitting your travel dates in the box to the right. Nightly rates start at $100.00.
Inn Details
The Skelton House is a National Register Victorian built in 1896 and completely remodeled and modernized in 1997 to become a bed and breakfast. House has 12 rooms, which include 7 bedrooms with private baths, a parlor, dining room, morning room, receiving room, and commercial kitchen. All bedrooms have separate temperature controls, televisions, and some have private balconies. One large room has a large bath with garden tub. Many guests frequently enjoy a large front porch with ten rockers. The Skelton House is located on two acres with beautifully landscaped gardens that are a perfect setting for many outdoor events. A gourmet restaurant with a full service bar is only minutes away.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Lake country
- Northeast Georgia mountain
- South Carolina border town
- historical area
- Downtown
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Anderson, SC (23 miles Northeast)
- Directions to property:
Leave I-85 at Georgia exit 177 and travel South for 13 miles on GA Highway 77 to Hartwell. Turn right at 5th red light onto Carter St. Look for us on the immediate left after you pass the Presbyterian Church. - Nearest major airport: Atlanta, GA (ATL-Hartsfield Intl.) 100 miles
- Directions from airport:
I-85 North to Georgia exit 177. South on GA 77 for 13 miles to Hartwell. - Meeting places:
- Athens GA
- Greenville
- Spartanburg SC
- Airport
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
- Other Accommodations: Suites
One extra large luxury suite with private balcony and spacious bath with shower and garden tub.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Ceiling fans | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| DVD Player | Data port |
| Hairdryer | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Satellite/Cable TV |
| TV | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| CD player | Copier |
| Desk | Fax Machine |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Library |
| Piano | Private entrance |
| Radio | Telephone |
| VCR | Washer/dryer |
| Wedding Facilities | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Thermostats in rooms. | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7 am to 9 am
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Five Flavored Pound Cake
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed outside only (garden area only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Well supervised children 4 or older.)
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (One day)
- Check in time is 3 pm and Check out time is 11 am
- Cancellations:
72 hour cancellation notice required - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Georgia Innkeepers Association
- Georgia Visitor Information Centers
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | 25% | Corporate | Minimum stay: 1 days |
| | 25% | Government Employees | Minimum stay: 1 days |
| | 10% | Two or more nights | Minimum stay: 2 days |
| | 10% | Two or more rooms | Minimum stay: 1 days |
| | 15% | Whole House | Minimum stay: 1 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Ruth & John Skelton
Ruth & John Skelton recently retired from owning and operating a retail pharmacy and gift shop for over 30 years. They both enjoy cooking, entertaining, and meeting people, They have traveled extensively and have enjoyed visiting other B&B's as they planned to open their own. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There are 2 cats on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hunting, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports
Hartwell Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Hartwell, Georgia.