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Marsh House Bed & Breakfast
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  • Inn Details

    Within walking distance of Grinnell College, fine dining, and downtown, Marsh House epitomizes the height of Victorian elegance throughout its interior while surreptitiously providing modern comfort and conveniences. Every room is stuffed with the finest antiques and retains its original architectural features. A luscious china/linen/crystal/sterling breakfast is prepared around the guest's schedule and requirements. Every effort is made to make your stay a pleasure.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Jim is an M.D. at Grinnell Family Care. He built an observatory outside town and displays his astrophotography at the Des Moines Science Center. Both love reading, antiquing, and major house restoration. Sons attended GC and we still enjoy college events.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Diverse clientele welcome

    • Antiques/decor

    • Gourmet food

    • Luxury

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Air conditioning

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • 600 movies

    • Antique book collection

    • Victrola and 78's

    • Limited kitchen use

    • Sherry

    • Reed organ

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    Nightly Rate

    $60 - $90

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00    Check out: 12:00

    • Deposit amount required: Credit card number

    • Cancellations: Same day cancellations are charged. Host urges guests to give two weeks cancellation notice if possible, but very rarely puts through a charge except major or repeated abuses. Guests are not expected to travel on ice.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Moderate drinking only

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Check with host

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Length of stay
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 5

    • Prospective GC student (ask)

    • Whole house
      Percent off: 7% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: Guest chooses

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Cookies/Nuts/Candy

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  • Location Type

    • Grinnell College

    • Small town

    City

    • Des Moines

    • Distance to city: 55 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I80, take exit 182 and drive north. In town, turn right on 4th Ave. and drive 6 blocks to our corner. From Hwy 146, turn east on 4th Ave. and drive 6 blocks to our corner. From Hwy 6, turn south on East St. and drive 2 blocks. Park S or N of our garage or on 4th.

    Airport

    • Dubuque, IA (DBQ) 60 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Closest airport is Des Moines. Turn left (north) out of airport onto Fleur. Follow signs to I80. Exit 182 go N about 3mi. Turn right at 4th and go 6 blocks to East and 4th. Next closest is Cedar Rapids. Turn right out of airport, right on I380, and right on I80. Exit 182 go N. Right on 4th, 6 blocks to East.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Architecture

    • Campus

    • Carroll's Pumpkin Farm

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Stained glass store

    • Faulconer Art Gallery

    • Live theater performances

    • Grinnell Historic Museum

    • Shopping

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    Glorious Luxury and Peace and Quiet

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My husband and I stayed for two nights and three days. We had the most delicious breakfasts! The recipies were gourmet all the way, the fruit was fresh and beautifully displayed, the food was to die for!! We were invited to help ourselves to the refridgerator for drinks and snacks. The rooms were beautifully decorated with period pieces throughout the house. (I loved the wallpaper the best)There was a photo album detailing the restoration of the house which was great fun to look through. Our room was gorgeously decorated, it had windows with beautiful views of the landscaped yard and I could see downtown as well. The beds were very comfortable with plenty of pillows. We were able to walk downtown to the city park and listen to a bandconcert and enjoy the local farmers market. Downtown has many interesting shops to visit including a branch of the Grinnell College Bookstore. Grinnell College is just two blocks away and an enjoyable stroll. We enjoyed visiting the campus on our walking tour of the town. We had lunch and dinner at some wonderful restaurants that were in easy walking distance. Really the location couldn't be better for enjoying your stay without having to drive everywhere. I absolutely loved the place and would highly reccommend it to anyone wanting a getaway or someone wanting to get a real feel for the town and the college. I can't end my review without mentioning our hostess, Linda Paulson. She was absolutely charming and provided us with a informative history of Grinnell and Grinnell College. She is very entertaining and accommodating to all kinds of special requests such as diabetics, gluten free, and just plain " I don't really care for..." Breakfast time is according to your schedule which is really great!!

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    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We had a lovely stay! The house was beautiful and we had fun examining every detail of the restoration & decor. The attention to little guest details like sherry and home baked cookies really made the place special. The breakfast was delicious and we had fun chatting with Linda. I recommend it to anyone and look forward to an opportunity to go back.

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