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Murphy Guest House Bed and Breakfast


  • Inn Details

    Located in the heart of Bristol,Indiana, our 1875 home reflects the romantic charm and character of the Victorian Era. 3 beautifully appointed rooms all with luxurious beds and linens, a private bath, and a sitting area, overlook our ever changing gardens. Each morning awaken to the aroma of a candlelight gourmet breakfast, with lavender bread and lemon curd a signature treat. Enjoy the library with cable TV, a DVD player, stereo, books, and games, or utilize the house-wide wireless Internet service. Complimentary hot water for tea, cookies, snacks, cold beverages are always available. Bicycles are available for touring the area. Bristol is conveniently located off of the Indiana toll road and is close and easy access to Notre Dame, Amish Country, wonderful St. Joseph river for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing, golf courses, Bonneville Mill for hiking and cross-country skiing,and the new "biggest in the country" farmers market. Massages and meals in Amish homes are also available by reservation. The Bristol Opera House is famous for it's live plays and musicals, and only a block away. We have many packages available or you can spend your time just relaxing and reading a book either outside by the gardens and fountain, or inside in the library or your room. We have a wonderful setting for small weddings, whether inside or outside, anniversary parties, showers, and small business meetings. In-house catering is available. Isn't time you treat yourself to some "YOU" time at the Murphy Guest House? We'll be waiting for you.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Gardening, Cooking, Baking, Entertaining, Travel, Town enhancement. I love people and learning about them.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Accessability to so many places

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Air conditioning

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • DVD Player

    • Library

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Bicycles

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  • Nightly Rate

    $99 - $99

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4 to 6 p.m.    Check out: 11:00 a.m.

    • Deposit amount required: A credit card is required to confirm a reservation.

    • Cancellations: A full room rate is charged for cancellations made less than 7 days from reserved date.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Limited

    • Drinking description: If a guests brings their own beverages it is permitted

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: We are not suitable for children under 12 years old

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No


    Discount type

    • AARP
      Percent off: 5%

    • Corporate
      Percent off: 5%

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Candlelight Gourmet

    • Time Served: 9:00 A.M.

    • Serving location: Dining Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Lavender Bread with Lemon Curd and Devonshire Crm/
    Lavender Bread made with dried lavender flowers. Served sliced so lemon curd or devonshire cream can be added. Every food item is homemade


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Cookies

    • Frozen Dove Bars

    • Welcome tray

    • snacks

  • Location Type

    • Amish Country

    • Bonneville Mill

    • Goshen College

    • Indiana Toll Road Exit

    • Near Notre Dame

    • Shipshewana

    • Small town


    City

    • Elkhart

    • Distance to city: 8 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Located just 2 miles south of the Indiana/Michigan border. We are about 3 minutes from the Toll Road. Take exit 101 off of the Indiana Toll road. At State Road 15 turn Left. Go to the stop light and turn R. Go to the stop light and turn Left. We are the first house on the left. Parking at the side of the house. We are 4 miles north of the intersection of State Road 15 and US 20. We are approx. 2 hours east of Chicago.


    Airport

    • South Bend, IN (SBN-Michiana Regional) 35 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the airport take U.S. 20 north to the Indiana Toll road. Go east on the Toll Road to exit 101. Take State Road 15 into Bristol.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • National/State parks

    • University of Notre Dame

    • Performing Theater

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Kayaking

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Write a review

    How can we go anywhere else?

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event


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    My wife and I visited the Murphy Guest House in October 2011. This was our first B&B and we had a wonderful time. We now wonder how we can go to any other B&B when we started with the best. Ann Andre is a great host and treated all of us like family.


    Simply Outstanding!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    What a privilege to be in such company! I give Ann and her property my highest recommendation! Bravo Murphy Guest House!


    Murphy Guest House

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Always a beautiful Stay! Ann & Gary love to pamper their guests!


    Outstanding Service and Accomodations

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I was recently a guest at the Murphy Guest House, and could not have been pleased with my experience. It was my second stay there and highly recommend it. Ann Andre is an excellent host. The rooms were clean, well-appointed and charming; the breakfasts were beautifully presented and delicious; and Ann is delightful and warm. Murphy Guest House is also an excellent value.


    Exceeding expectations, again and again

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I spent two weekends during October 2011 at the Murphy Guest House. I am a repeat customer of Innkeeper Ann Andre. She treated me, my family and friends most hospitably. I have already made reservations for two weekends in 2012. I look forward to having my expectations exceeded again.


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Award Winner: 2009 - 2010