Mason House Inn of Bentonsport
Bentonsport's Mason House Inn Bed and Breakfast was built in 1846, to serve travelers on steamboats going from St. Louis to Des Moines. it was constructed by Mormon craftsmen, who stayed in the area about three years, before continuing their journey to Utah. It's cozy Federal style provides a warm welcome for big-city visitors who want to experience a quiet and restful stay. Many of the rooms appear much as they did in the early days. We have an eight foot walnut recitation bench from a nearby schoolhouse, and a large 1875 map of Van Buren County. You may play a tune on our 1905 Kimball piano in the parlor. Some guests have reported being visited by friendly spirits during the night. Until 1958, there was no plumbing or electricity in the house. There's still a chamber pot under every bed, and a full cookie jar in every room, plus free wireless internet access. The Caboose Cottage can be rented by the night, week, or month. It is fully self-contained and open year-round.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- By Des Moines River
- Countryside
- Village
- Nearest major city: Keosauqua, IA (6 miles)
- Directions to property:
On county road J40 between Keosauqua and Bonaparte in Van Buren County, Iowa. - Nearest major airport: Burlington, IA (BRL) 60 miles
- Directions from airport:
From Burlington, take Highway 34 to Mount Pleasant. Go south on Highway 218 and then west on J40. Go through Bonaparte and into Bentonsport. Turn left on Sanford Street. We are on the corner of Sanford and Hawk Drive.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 9 guest accommodations (9 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 79.00 and $ 100.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 79.00 and $ 100.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00
- Other Accommodations: Caboose Cottage
Our Caboose Cottage is in a real railroad caboose from the RS&P line. It features a kitchen, bathroom, dining area, and a queen bed with satellite TV and internet access. Breakfast in the main house is included. WE HAVE NO HOTEL / MOTEL TAX!!
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Ceiling fans | Data port |
| Internet Service | Private entrance |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | CD player |
| Conference Rooms | Copier |
| DVD Player | Fax Machine |
| Fireplace | Piano |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | VCR |
| Videos | Washer/dryer |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| wireless internet access | |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Additional food services included in room rate: Cookie jar in every room
- Special meals available: Diet, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is not allowed
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Accommodations are not suitable for children
- No childcare is provided
- Deposit amount required (First night's stay must be reserved with credit or debit card)
- Check in time is 3:00pm and Check out time is 11:00am
- Cancellations:
Within 7 days or a $25 cancellation fee will be charged.
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Chuck and Joy Hanson
- The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Casino, Historical interests, Lake, National/State parks, Nauvoo, Illinois, Picnic area, River, Winery
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts