Charlie and Jane's
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Come we would love to spoil you at Charlie-Jane's!
Looking forward to spoiling you at Charlie-Jane's! Southwest Iowa hospitality at its best!
The antique mahogany furniture in the "Rhoades Suite" is enhanced with colors of butter, sage and burgundy. Queen-size bed, sitting area, TVwDVD,VHS, AC.
Swiwg your cares away in our favorite room "Cozy Murphy's Grove"! Named after the family's love of golf. Comfort and relaxing colors surround queen size bed, TV, and desk.
It's a girl's dream come true! The room is decorated in shades of peach and blue. Full bed is surrounded with sitting area, TV, vanity, AC
Just waiting for our guests to come to breakfast. Their choices are many!
This is a prefect picture of another great place to relax!
This is a great place to swing your cares away!
Ask about our golf package. Mount Ayr Golf and Country Club is 9-hole semiprivate course.
Maybe a game of "Clue" or finish a puzzle or invite family for a visit in the front parlor.
Inn's website-
Address
400 W. Madison
Mount Ayr, IA 50854
USA - Phone+1-641-464-2564
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Come,relax and enjoy Charlie-Jane's, built in 1882,decorated with antiques, oak woodwork and family treasures, a tranquil setting just right for you. Rest in one of the 3 delightful upstair bedrooms, plus read a book, entertain family, or finish a puzzle in our comfortable seatingroom downstairs. Take advantage of our "Extend A Stay" rates and Special Packages. A homemade breakfast is served every morning in the Dining Room, or have breakfast to go. One of our specialities is Creme Brulle French Toast, but our egg whites are whipped and folded into our homemade Flo's Waffle batter, and our Amish Sausage Potato Casserole has lots of flavor, so that is why we let you decide. Enjoy walking our peaceful community, get comfy on one of the wrap-around porch chairs, or swing softy in the pergola surrounded by our flower gardens. Don't forget to check the things to do, places to see and the festivals! We look forward to spoiling you at Charlie-Jane's!
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 10 Reviews
5.0 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5wonderful!
December 17, 2012
Lovely home and hosts, great value for the price. The countryside surrounding the town is beautiful. It was the exact getaway we needed!
5 out of 5Excellent Hospitality and Fantastic Breakfast
October 17, 2012
We had a wonderful overnite stay, we were very pleased and would go back again. We will also recommend to others! Thank you, Jane!
4.8 out of 5Wonderful Place to Stay
July 12, 2012
Mt. ayr is a very loving community that takes pride in their town. The stay was wonderful and we really enjoyed the huge bathroom and window air conditioner in the 100 degree weather outside. The breakfasts were to die for We found the down town to be a fun place to shop The only draw backs is that everything closes by 4 pm with the exception of a couple of places.
5 out of 5Wonderful peaceful place
June 15, 2012
As others have noted, the hosts couldn't be any more charming and helpful. The house is a delightful throwback to a simpler time. I enjoyed relaxing on the porch in the morning and listening to the crickets as I fell asleep. Breakfasts were wonderful. Doesn't get any better than this.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Dr. Collus and Jane Lawhead
Innkeepers Description:
Collus loves to play golf and read books,and I love to garden and scrapbook. We both are active in our local singing and acting groups, the Ringgold Singers and the Moonlighters that give performances throughout the year. We are always helping when needed in our community. Of course, we sing in the choir at the First Christian Church.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
Resident Pets
2 Cats
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Address
400 W. Madison
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$55 - $85
The Rhoades Suite
Surrounding you with shades of butter, sage and burgundy in the walls, curtains and bed coverings, with Mahogany antique furnishings, this suite features a queen size bed, Ben Franklin electric stove, cable TV, sitting area, wireless internet, telephone, AC and spacious private bathroom with shower and antique dressing table, hair dryer and coffeemaker. Iron, ironing board, port-a-crib and high chair are available.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactCozy Murphy's Grove
Featuring prints of the artist, Grant Wood, and a golf theme, this very relaxing room has soft off-white papered walls with a queen size bed and curtains in blue and burgundy plaid. The room has plenty of room to stretch out, cable TV, telephone, good reading light and rocker with desk, wireless internet, and its own temperature control. The semi-private bathroom with bath/shower is a few feet away, with hair dryer and coffee maker. Iron, ironing board and port-a-crib available. Our guests say this is their favorite room. Private bath can be requested by calling, 641-464-2564.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 1 Queen
Contact for Availability ContactThe Princess Hideway
This delightful room in complementary shades of peach and blue, features antique French Provincial full canopy bed and furniture, relaxing gliding rocker, wireless internet and its own room temperature control. The semi-private hall bathroom includes: bath/shower, hair dryer and coffee maker. Iron, ironing board and port-a-crib available. Private bath can be requested by calling 641-464-2564.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Beds 1 Double
Contact for Availability ContactPolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: after 4:00 Check Out: before 12:00
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Deposit Amount Required: Deposit is required for the first day of your stay.
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Cancellations: We really would appreciate 90 hours or as soon as possible, so we have an opportunity to rebook. If you have not cancelled within 48 hours your credit card will be charged for 1 day roomrate and tax.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Limited
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: wine/cheese
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Children Allowed: We look forward to getting out the toys
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Suitable For Children: Yes
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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5 Day Work Week Rate
Percent Off: 15% Days Required: 5 -
7 Day Week Rate
Percent Off: 20% Days Required: 7 -
Extend A Stay
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 3
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Nightly Rate
$55 - $85
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 10 Reviews
5.0 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5wonderful!
December 17, 2012
Lovely home and hosts, great value for the price. The countryside surrounding the town is beautiful. It was the exact getaway we needed!
5 out of 5Excellent Hospitality and Fantastic Breakfast
October 17, 2012
We had a wonderful overnite stay, we were very pleased and would go back again. We will also recommend to others! Thank you, Jane!
4.8 out of 5Wonderful Place to Stay
July 12, 2012
Mt. ayr is a very loving community that takes pride in their town. The stay was wonderful and we really enjoyed the huge bathroom and window air conditioner in the 100 degree weather outside. The breakfasts were to die for We found the down town to be a fun place to shop The only draw backs is that everything closes by 4 pm with the exception of a couple of places.
5 out of 5Wonderful peaceful place
June 15, 2012
As others have noted, the hosts couldn't be any more charming and helpful. The house is a delightful throwback to a simpler time. I enjoyed relaxing on the porch in the morning and listening to the crickets as I fell asleep. Breakfasts were wonderful. Doesn't get any better than this.
5 out of 5Welcoming and relaxing get away!
November 03, 2010
This was a great rural B&B. The owners take care to see that you have all that you need. They even ask you what you wish to have for breakfast. They know the area and help you find shopping and entertainment.
4.8 out of 5Trip back in Time
September 01, 2010
We had a wonderful stay at Charlie and Jane's. Our hostess made a great breakfast exactly to our liking and even gave us a snack bag to take along on our trip. Loved sitting on the porch, being able to walk downtown. It was a little vacation spent back in time. Wonderful time. Very nice and friendly couple. Rates were not out of line and were even a little better than I expected.
5 out of 5our first vacation
May 03, 2010
We stayed in the suite and what a wonderful time we had. The breakfasts were out of this world...something different every morning. They know the history of the county and recommended places for us to see. We highly recommend them. They are a wonderful friendly couple. Thank you for everything we really enjoyed our stay in your wonderful town.
5 out of 5A most delightful respite in Iowa.
August 13, 2009
The room was beautifully furnished and very large with thick beautiful towels and lovely linens. All the comforts of home. The breakfast was enormous and all the left-overs were sent along with me. I loved my stay! Thank you so much.
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Location
Location Type
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county seat
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Small town
City - Des Moines
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Distance to city: 82 miles
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Directions to property:
Charlie Jane's is located in the rolling hills of Ringgold County, Iowa, in the peaceful, well-kept town of Mount Ayr. Off I-35, 21 mi., at the Junction of Hwys 2 and 169. As you go West on Hwy 2 come to Taylor Street, at the top of the hill, and turn North (right). Continue traveling 3 blocks to Mount Ayr's cobblestone brick square rounding the corner and going West(left). You are now on Madison Street and we are on the North(rightside of the street)2 blocks down. You can't miss the 3 story white house on the corner, with all the flowers and the "Charlie-Jane's" sign in the yard. See you there!
Airport
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Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) 130 miles
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Directions to property:
As you exit the airport take a left and head South, over the bridge take a left and go pass the Qwest Center. Then turn left on Douglas and go up the incline and you will be on I-80 going East. Look for the Greenfield exit.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Casino
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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Southern Hills and Red Brick Wineries
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Amish General and Furniture Stores
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Covered Bridges of Madison County
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Haunted Tedrow Cemetary
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Prairie Chicken Viewing
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Graceland University
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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Rodeo
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle riding trails
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Billiards
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Bird watching
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Horseshoes
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Hunting
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Aunt Jennie's Antiques
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Mount Ayr Golf & Country Club
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Shopping
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Swimming pool
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Tennis courts
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Amenities
Type:
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Private Home Bed and Breakfast
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Bed and Breakfast
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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4 Season Decorations
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Bountiful Homemade Breakfast
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Flower gardens and Pergola
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Return visits
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Southern Midwest Iowa Hospitality
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Wrap around Porch
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Christian Travel
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Economical rates
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Excellent views
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Family Travel
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Honeymoons
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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CD player
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Computer
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Library
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Piano
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Telephone
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Videos
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Washer/dryer
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Amenities Basket
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Bath robes
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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Desk
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Hairdryer
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Turndown Service
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VCR
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Golf Cart
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Traveling Gift to Go
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Breakfast
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Type: homemade
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Time Served: at your convenience till 9 am
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Serving Location: in the Pergola,on the Porch,Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Dessert
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Fruit
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
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Wine/Cheese Plate
Signature Dish
Amish Sausage Casserole
This dish originated from our Amish cookbook. The Redding Amish Settlement with General and Furniture Stores is a short 17 mi drive, but enough about that. It has potatoes, sausage, cheese, and onions.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Contact The Innkeeper
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