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2011 Named one of Midwest Living's "30 Favorite Midwest B&Bs" 2010 Midwest Living "Out and About Chicago" 2009 winner from "Best of" BedAndBreakfast as the "Best in the Midwest" based on guest reviews Named as one of the top 25 "Best Undiscovered Incredibly Romantic Inns" by BedAndBreakfast Recipient of the coveted "2008 Top 10 Romantic Inns" award from American Historic Inns, Inc. Named “One of the 20 Perfect Summer Getaways for 2008” by Travel & Leisure Magazine Winner of the 2004 and 2008 and 2011 "Hotel of the Year" for the Casual Coast of Indiana as selected by the Porter County Tourism Your hosts Barbara and Efrain Rivera welcome you to Northwest Indiana. Songbird Prairie is located on 6 wooded acres in the Great Lakes Region, close to Chicago and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. We offer songbird theme guest rooms with classic Ethan Allen furnishings, private baths with a soothing Jacuzzi for two and warming Fireplaces. Woodland gardens and trails surround this newly constructed Federal Style home. We look forward to serving you.
Innkeeper Information
The innkeepers speak:

English
Features
Type:

Bed and Breakfast
Property Noted For:

Birders

Group events/small

Business travel

Christian Travel

Excellent views

Gourmet food

Honeymoons

Luxury

Nature

Peaceful getaway

Romantic escape
Amenities
Guest Room:

Air conditioning

Alarm clock

Bath robes

Board games

Ceiling fans

Coffee/Tea facilities

In-room internet

Fireplace

Fridge

Hot tub/whirlpool tub

Radio

Satellite/Cable TV

TV

Telephone

Turndown Service

VCR

Videos
On Site:

CD player

Computer

Conference Rooms

Copier

Fax Machine

Internet Service
Other Amenities:

bath salts

oversized Egyptian towels and robes
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Romance Packages
10/11/2011 - 10/20/2012
ONE ENCHANTED EVENING Enjoy a sumptuous Dinner for Two, at one of Five Fine Dining Restaurants, imagine your Classic Inn room, the Fireplace is blazing, the Jacuzzi whirling, the Sparkling Beverage cooling, next to the irresistible Fine Chocolates. Rooms are bathed in soft light, the sounds of your favorite music is softly playing and the one you love is there with you for "One Enchanted Evening" Starts @ $299.00 for Warbler suite. Also add in-room massage therapy at fireside $99.00 per person per hour
Survivors Are Special/find A Cure
7/22/2011 - 10/20/2012
SURVIVORS ARE SPECIAL/FIND A CURE Enjoy our complimentary 3 Course Hot Breakfast in our sunroom where songbirds serenade and entertain you. Come and relax and be pampered and enveloped in nature. Sway in the hammock or take restful walks and long talks in our 6 acres of meadow and woodlands. Massage therapy in your room $99 per hour. Stay one night receive 1/2 off 2nd night. Monday - Thursday This is for Cancer patients. Starts @ $199 per night.
Value Vacations
10/11/2011 - 3/15/2012
Special Midweek Stay @ Songbird Prairie Two nights Monday-Tuesday or Wednesdsay-Thursday $25.00 off Dinner@ Bon Femme One day plated breakfast ½ off Mani Pedi @ Cinnamon Tree $25.00 off $50.00 at Lifestyles Gifts $25.00 off Dinner @ don Quijote Treat from Designer Desserts 1 day continental breakfast taxes not included starts 11-1-11 to 3-15-2012 Two night Monday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Thursday night stays only. You will be wise as an owl when you choose this special! Migrate to Songbird Prairie for a two-night stay for two all just 50 miles southeast of Chicago. Flutter past the front door and choose among the Robin, Bluebird, Cardinal, and Purplefinch Suites at the property named one of Midwest Living‘s "30" favorite B&Bs and “one of the 20 perfect summer getaways” by Travel + Leisure. All rooms have warming gas fireplaces,spa tubs for two with the relaxing and soothing benefits of Chromotherapy. You’ll wake up chirping after your first night on plush beds,then enjoy a breakfast in the sunroom, listening to the sweet songs of the birds through microphones to the outside. Trade in your bird’s-eye view of nature for one that’s up close and personal and plan a visit to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, where Karner Blue butterflies flit, swallows nest, and waves crash along the shores. Shop at the Lifestyles before dining on duck à l’orange at Bon Femme Café or tapas and paella at Restaurante don Quijote. Plan for a mani-pedi too! $350.
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Hot Deal: Two Birds For One StoneSpecial BOGO Midweek Stay @ Songbird Prairie Two nights Monday-Tuesday or Wednesdsay-Thursday BOGO $25.00 off Dinner@ Bon Femme One day 3 course plated hot breakfast ½ off Mani Pedi @ Cinnamon Tree $7.00 off $20.00 at Lifestyles Gifts BOGO $25.00 of Dinner @ don Quijote or Bistro 157 BOGO Treat from Designer Desserts One day continental breakfast starts 11-1-11 to 03-15-2012 Two night Monday-Tuesday or Wednesday-Thursday night stays only. You will be wise as an owl when you choose this special! Migrate to Songbird Prairie for a two-night stay for two all just 50 miles southeast of Chicago. Flutter past the front door and choose among the Robin, Bluebird, Cardinal, and Purplefinch Suites at the property named one of Midwest Living‘s "30" favorite B&Bs and “one of the 20 perfect summer getaways” by Travel + Leisure. All rooms have warming gas fireplaces and spa tubs for two with the relaxing and soothing benefits of Chromotherapy. You’ll wake up chirping after your first night on plush beds, and then enjoy a breakfast in the sunroom, listening to the sweet songs of the birds through microphones to the outside. Trade in your bird’s-eye view of nature for one that’s up close and personal when you plan a visit to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, where Karner Blue butterflies flit, swallows nest, and waves crash along the shores. Shop at the nearby Lifestyles before dining on duck à l’orange at Bon Femme Café or tapas and paella at Restaurante don Quijote. Plan for a mani-pedi while he goes golfing! Trust us—this Escape is not just for the birds. “The lovely Colonial country home with white-trimmed dormers may attract visitors, but it’s the grounds’ prairie grass, roses, and many trees that lure the namesake songbirds on their way to and from the Indiana Dunes.” – Travel + Leisure songbirdprairie.com
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 4:00 Check out: 11-10:30 on Sun
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Minimum stay: special event weekends may require 2 night stay
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Deposit amount required: 50% deposit required at time of reservation
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Cancellations: We must have 10 days notice to cancel or a full room rate will be charged. If room is rented refund is less $15.00 processing fee.
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: Limited
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: No
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Drinks available: N
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Suitable for children: Limited
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Childcare provided: No
Discount type
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corporate rate/please inquire
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Breakfast
Type: 3 course hot
Serving location: Sunroom or formal dining room
Complimentary Perks

Afternoon Tea

Dessert

Fruit

Non-alcoholic Beverages
Signature Dish
Touche' Souffle
French toast souffle moist in the middle yet crusty on the top accompanied with bacon and sausage or ham and seasonal garnish.
Special meal options

Low fat

Restrictive

Vegetarian
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Location Type

Countryside
City
Merrillville
Distance to city: 6 miles
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Directions to property:
U.S. Rt 30 to 600 West 3/4 of a mile to entrance
Airport
South Bend, IN (SBN-Michiana Regional)
Directions to property:
Heading west on 80-94 to Rt 49 head south then west on Rt 30 to 600 West turn south to Songbird Prairie. Chicago O'Hare and Midway next closest airports
Area Attractions

Antique Shopping

Art Galleries

Beach

Gourmet/Fine Dining

Lake

National/State parks

Nature area

Star Plaza Theatre

Deep River Water Park

Valparaiso University

Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

Taltree Arboretum

Outlet Stores

Bicycle riding trails

Bird watching

Boating

Cross-country ski trails

Fishing

Golfing

Hiking trails

Dunes National Lakeshore

Chicago Street/Memorial House Theatres

Albansese Chocolate Factory

Taltree Arboretum/gardens

Raddison Star Theatre

Valparaiso University

Sailing

Shopping

Sight-seeing

Swimming
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Beautiful retreat!
- Stayed on: 1 / 2012
- Reviewed on: 1/30/2012
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About the reviewer

Between 26-35 years old

Almost never stays at B&Bs

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling for an event
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My husband stayed here for his birthday weekend. Even though it was only ten minutes from our house, we felt like we were at a retreat. The room was very nice. We especially loved the heated floors! We had in room massages that were very relaxing! Another one of my favorites things was the scrumptious breakfast! It was so delicious and felt like a chef from culinary school cooked our food! We would definitely return even just for breakfast! This is a wonderful retreat that we'd recommend to others wanting a true bed and breakfast experience. Thank you! Nicole and Joe W.
January 2012 stay
- Stayed on: 1 / 2012
- Reviewed on: 1/14/2012
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About the reviewer

Between 26-35 years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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My husband and I stayed here for the first time while celebrating our 9th anniversary. Our hostess, Barbara, clearly has a gift for hospitality as we felt welcomed, cared for, and pampered. We were surprised and grateful for the opportunity to upgrade when we arrived, and enjoyed the Robin Suite immensely (the heated bathroom floor is a real treat in the winter). We delighted in the beautiful decorations and luxurious ammenities. Every detail including the music playing when we entered our room and at breakfast helped make our stay romantic and relaxing. Breakfast was a gourmet treat. The Songbird Prairie B&B is worth every penny.
Another Great Stay
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 12/8/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 36-45 years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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We arrived late and were greeted politely as usual. Food was great and the room decor was outstanding. We even forgot an item and it was mailed back to us immediately. Will continue coming back, hopefully quarterly. Joe and Jen Downers Grove, IL
Our Favorite Place to stay!
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/23/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 26-35 years old

Stays at B&Bs twice a year

Typically stays in premium lodging

Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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Staying here you can expect: nights in total relaxation after long whirlpool soaks, romance by the fireplace in your room, every need being met by Barb and Efrain, and sorry to say it but you may gain a few pounds from her incredible 3 course Breakfasts. Overall it is a perfect place to go with someone you love!
Wedding Night
- Stayed on: 11 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/11/2011
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About the reviewer

Between 26-35 years old

First time staying at a B&B

Typically stays in moderate lodging

Was travelling for an event
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My husband and I spent our wedding night her last weekend and stayed in the Robin Suite. It was absolutely beautiful, and we could not have picked a better location for our first night together. Barbara was very accomodating and served us a delicious, gourmet breakfast the next morning. I would highly recommend this B&B to anyone!
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Valparaiso, IN 46385, USA
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Songbird Prairie B&B
Phone: +1-219-759-4274
Fax: +1-646-304-7635
Cellular: +1-219-743-2096
Toll-free: +1-877-son-gbrd
Toll-free: +1-877-766-4273
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