Birks Gasthaus

I came in at 9 PM after a long day of bicycling on the Katy Trail. The owner stayed up for me and welcomed me into the bed-and-breakfast. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the shower was warm. The food the next morning was very tasty and there was plenty of it for a hungry bicyclist like myself. Overall a pleasant stay.

It's been a few years since we stayed at the Herzog Mansion (formerly Birk's Gasthaus), and I'm pleased to report that it was as wonderful as it has ever been. Richard is a great host, going above and beyond the call in preparing a diabetic friendly breakfast for my husband. We took the train this time and were able to navigate by foot very well as everything is within an easy distance of the Mansion. This place never disappoints!

My girlfriend and I loved our stay. We got in town during a spring snowstorm and had a great time. The owner made amazing food for us and helped us find things to do even though the snow closed a lot of places. I would highly recommend this B&B. it was a cozy stay at a great price!

Our first B&B was about what we expected. Other than figuring out how to shut down the heat at 3am the first night, it was comfortable, clean, and friendly.

We recently enjoyed the Herzog Mansion to ourselves. It's a beautiful, Victorian mansion with beautiful architecture. Our only disappointment was the musty smell throughout the house. The breakfast was simple, but delicious, and just enough without overeating. Overall, we had a pleasant stay.

We enjoyed our stay at this charming B&B. The bed was comfortable and it was nice to have a private bath. The owner was very kind and although we did not have time to stay for breakfast, he sent us on our way with a bag of homemade muffins (Yum!). We may go back when we have more time and visit some of the local wineries. We were there for a special engagement so we had little time.

Richard welcomed my wife and I upon our arrival to the B&B, provided great insights to area restaurants, and then made an excellent breakfast both mornings we were at the B&B. Thank you Richard!

The house is beautiful and there is a game room with pool table and large screen TV. Also a TV in the common area on the second floor. We were very disappointed though that during December, there were no Christmas decorations. We always stay at a B&B in December to get into the Christmas spirit. Not going to happen at this place.

We absolutely loved our stay at Birks! The mansion is lovely, full of antique furniture. The breakfast had a few unique dishes, which we really enjoyed. The service was outstanding! The caretaker has a big fuzzy moustache and smokes a pipe (outside, of course). He seemed to take a genuine interest in his guests. He was knowledgable about the town and had great recommendations about the local wineries, restaurants, and shops. The minute we left, my boyfriend and I have already decided that we will come back and stay at birk's again!

We definitely enjoyed our stay at Birks Gasthaus. It was so nice and was a lovely start to wonderful weekend in Hermann. We will be back in the future!

We stayed here for Octoberfest and enjoyed the stay. It's a great place and the service and food were great. It's very close to stone hill winery, and about a 10-15 minute walk to downtown.

Had a great time! Richard is an amazing cook - loved every breakfast and looked forward to it. New experience for us in Hermann and at a B&B. He was helpful with information about the area and specifically Hermann. The room was large and clawfoot tub was perfect! My favorite spot: the covered porch with table and chairs. It rained just a bit one day so we snagged our favorite wine and sat outside with friends. No agenda, no schedule. This location fit us very well. The is a shared refrigerator to keep your picnic items and wine (of course) cold and ready to go. Will definitely be back!

owner was gruff when we arrived as he finished his lunch. guess we should have left & come back, but we were meeting six others shortly after noon, not realizing there was an official check-in time until we were already there. I did not sleep well. support post right beside the end of the double bed, woke me up every time I kicked it, which happened throughout the night. room was warm. at least we had a small tub with shower in room 6, but perhaps we should have statyed in room 9, even though it can not be locked [fire marshall], to avoid the post & get a bigger tub. I was told the tub in the "red room" was too icky/dirty to use. third floor room made us glad we travel light! quaint seperate gentlemen's & ladies' activity rooms. the breakfast was delicious. but not worth teh $150 paid [11% tax in Hermann], so we will try another place next time.

Stayed at Birk's the last weekend of September, 2012. Lovely, charming home. Richard was a gracious host. Would definitely stay here again. And simply the best breakfast I've ever had at a bed and breakfast.

Great breakfast......room was sort of shabby (holes in chairs, peeling wall paper) but staff was friendly. Overpriced for the condition of the establishment.

My stay was a pleasant one. There were many amenities provided. We had access to wine, soda, and a water cooler. There were many entertainment sources availible at this bed and breakfast. The king size bed I had slept very well and the room was very nice.

Being a return guest under new ownership I was pleasantly surprised by the added His & Her parlors. My guest had never experienced a Bed & Breakfast, and he was already making future plans before we made it to the car. I loved the breakfast and a glass of wine sitting on the porch.

The owner was nice and easy-going. Location was good sitting in between downtown and Stone Hill Winery. Best part was the breakfast. The food was amazing! My room only had a bath tub without a shower head which I didn't like. Most other bathrooms there had shower heads though.

We felt welcomed from the beginning. He gave us information about the town and made delectable breakfasts! The front porch is a wonderful place to relax or there is a game room that we enjoyed very much as well. The bedroom was comfortable, spacious, and clean. We will return!

We had a great time here. Very friendly and the porch was a great way to spend the evening!

My husband and I and two adult children stayed overnight at this lovely B&B. Richard was helpful and friendly, and made us an outstanding breakfast. The rooms were comfortable and I loved the large wrap-around porch! I would definitly stay here again.

I felt very welcomed and cared for by the proprietor of Birk's Guesthouse. I highly recommend it.

Every thing was great. The only reason for three stars on the room is because our bathroom only had a small tub/no shower.

The owner and staff were more than accommodating and made it feel like a home away from home. The only downside was not having a shower in our room. Otherwise, a wonderful establishment and would stay there again!

This charming little place is laid back and has tons of character. I especially loved the front porch and the breakfast was phenomenal. I would definitely stay again!

We had to leave early in the morning to prep for a wedding and the owner was kind enough to get up early and make breakfast for us to take in the car. He went above and beyond the call of duty and we truly appreciated it!

A nice relaxing b&b, rooms are nice and vintage, common areas a wonderful and the porch is an incredible area for relaxing. The owner is one of the nicest host we've met. Thanks.

This Bed & Breakfast is based on the prime reasons people chose to stay at a Bed & Breakfast...being laid back and relaxation. This might be the only place where they don't take a credit card on booking. The breakfast is AMAZING. The owner was incredible and was very friendly. This was our first time staying here and have already booked our next trip back. We look forward to being able to stay and dine here again!

We enjoyed our visit to Birks Gasthaus. The owner was very personable and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would definitely stay her again.

The owner and staff were very friendly. We enjoyed our stay and will return.

Richard was a lovely host and all accommodations were just what we were looking for. The homemade breakfasts were tasty, there were three lounge areas to choose from, a guest kitchen/fridge, and of course our room was great. The king size bed was comfy and the room was well decorated. Wouldn't change a thing about the stay!

Birk's Gausthaus was wonderful! The breakfast was awesome!

We had a delightful time at Birks Gasthaus. Our host was very accomodating. The breakfasts were excellent! I will definitely book a room there again.

We had never stayed at a bed and breakfast and were a little leary, but all our concerns were unfounded as we found this a very enjoyable experience. The house was magnificent, the host was friendly and gave great suggestions for dinner restaurants, the room comfy, the food was great, and we enjoyed meeting the other guests. Would stay here again.

Staff was very welcoming. House had extra amenities that we did not exprect, such as pool table and large area for our group to gather. Breakfast was great the next morning. Overall, very pleasant stay!

Family get together worked our great. Enjoyed Richard's stories and recommendations for food and entertainment.

We had a great stay at Birks. The rooms were awesome, the BB owners was friendly, and very informitive on Herman MO. Beds were great house was clean and breakfast was outstading. We will be back!

We booked this room as it was the last one available in town for the weekend. Richard was very friendly and cooked a great breakfast. The house it self was cool but every noise made could be heard and the pillows were rock hard.

Birks Gasthaus was an amazing find and Richard was an even better host. Would definitely stay here again in the future.

We stayed at Birks for 2 days, Thursday and Friday, Awesome Breakfast, very nice place! Not much to do in Hermann in the evenings so the pool table was a plus for evening entertainment and the porch was great also!

It was our first stay at a B&B and we would do it again. It was so different from staying at a hotel. We met some great people and had a good time.

The Herzog Mansion provided a wonderful place to rest and relax during our recent trip to Hermann. The huge wraparound front porch was wonderful. The hospitality of Richard was unmatched and we thouroughly enjoyed our weekend.

We had a great time in Hermann. The Birks Gasthaus was the perfect location for one evening in town, great location and close to everything!

My girlfriend and I stayed at Birk's this last holiday weekend (4th of July). Richard was more than courteous, and always quick with a suggestion of places to go or things to do. He cooks an amazing breakfast, and the game room is a great place to unwind.

The Inn Keeper graciously provided us with a lift to a nearby restaurant when our other means of transportation did not work out. Very pleasant stay we are likely to return.

Birks was an amazing first bed and breakfast experience. Richard made an amazing breakfast which was not expected. It has a great location only a short walk to town and just down hill from Stone Hill Winery. Highly recommend.

My husband and I Had a great time in Herman over Memorial weekend adn Birks Gasthaus was one reason why. Very relazing, clean, friendly, and great food. Will definately go back. Thank you!

We appreciated the fact that there was NO penalty for cancelling the reservation as we were riding the Katy Trail and did not know if rain was in the forecast or not. We were greeted and treated with warmness and enjoyed our stay at the Birks Gasthaus.

Herzog Mansion is a wonderful place to stay! The room was large and the bed was very comfortable. Our host, Richard, was extremely accommodating and friendly. Breakfast was delicious and the whole trip was very relaxing. I definitely recommend Herzog Mansion!

Spent one night, the room was great, the food was great and Richard made us feel right at home!

The house looks great, within walking distance of downtown attractions (the few that there are), and the men's/women's separate game rooms is a great idea. We found a condom wrapper under our bed, which is funny, if slightly unpleasant, but it betrays a lack of attention to cleanliness. The coffee at breakfast was not very good, tasted like gas station folgers quality. Overall, it was a fun stay and we enjoyed it. The service is great, the food was good, and the house is really cool. Maybe I'm picky and have been spoiled by amazing B&B's in the past, but for us, that's why we choose to stay in a B&B over a hotel when we can afford it. I would recommend it, but with reservations, because there's probably better value for the money in the area.

The house was beautiful and the owner was accommodating, personable and he strived for a laid back atmosphere. This was a nice change from the hustle and bustle of every day life. The room was neat and clean, and the bed was comfortable. The homemade breakfast both days was delicious and filling. The next time we travel to Hermann, we plan on staying here.

My husband and I had a fabulous relaxing stay at the mansion in March. Richard is an outstanding cook and his fresh baked apple turnovers and homemade muffins are to die for.....YUMMY! This has been our fourth stay for the year and we are coming back for Octoberfest. The bed was very comfortable, the room was clean and we enjoyed the jetted tub...What a treat that was? Richard is so accommodating. We missed our train and couldn't get there until well past 10pm. He allowed us to check in pretty late, which I thought was very nice of him since this is not a hotel with 24 hour service. I would with no hesitations recommend Herzog Mansion.

We had a great weekend anniversary trip. Richard was friendly and informed and had several really great recommendations on which wineries to visit. We would go back.

This is a very nice old mansion with fantastic breakfast. And Herman is such a great town to visit. It was exactly what we needed.

My husband and I stayed two nights at Hrezog Mansion, we had lots of time to sight see during the day but by evening time the town was quiet. To our relief Richard, our host was a pleasure to talk to having a vast knowledge on many subjects. There was a game room with a pool table and lots of other games to choose from. When we retired to our room for the night the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The room reminded me of my grandmothers house, so comfortable and cozy. In the mornings we were greeted with a friendly smile, hot coffee and the wonderful smells of a breakfast, I didn't have to make. The food was excellent, the stay was a relaxing one that I and my husband will repeat!!

The room was lovely, the mansion was lovely and Richard was really cool.

Birks Gasthaus (now known as the Herzog Mansion which should have been a red flag) has fallen on some hard times. At one time a very popular spot in the beautiful town of Hermann, they were known for doing murder mystery dinners. The current owners unfortunately bought the home as an investment never intended to run the business, that didn't work out. They are now running the home and are really unhappy about the way things have unfolded. The one word to describe this B&B is potential. If someone wanted to invest a considerable amount of time and energy this could be the showpiece in Hermann, but as for right now I would avoid it at all costs. The home is in desperate need of major repair. The place is DIRTY and needs a professional cleaning! We stayed in a room with dust and dirt everywhere. There were water stains running down the walls and much of the house had cobwebs and dirt. Richard, the owner, is in way over his head and is so unhappy and surly about his current situation that he makes guests feel uncomfortable rather than welcome. He would often follow me around the house lamenting on his woes about the home and begging someone to take it off his hands. For the $150 a night he charges we felt this was a terrible visit and wanted to have our money refunded (at one point my wife suggested I ask him to pay us for providing an ear for him to bend about his problems). The only time he tried to make our stay enjoyable was at breakfast. He is not a very good cook and his meals were average, but he tried. Although for the price I would expect a restaurant quality breakfast instead we were served a meal my daughter could have made. One of his breakfast attempts included day-old reheated bacon, an egg, and French toast that tasted like it was from a mix. He also served Sam's club brand OJ which is really unacceptable at these prices. Let me say this was, at one time, a jewel in Hermann and it could be again, but right now I would avoid at all costs.

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Wow! Where to start to reply? Hard Times NO. It was when we took over three years ago and we've been trying to bring it back since then. The severe hail storm that Hermann had caused everyone some damage and we are waiting for the insurance to correct some water damage. As for the rest of the review, all I can say is that their experience, seems to be very unique compared to all the other reviews we have ever received. If they had mentioned anything to us about their displeasure, we would have gladly given them a refund and found them other accommodations. I once actually gave a couple an unasked for full refund because there was a hot water issue in their room. Most of our guests enjoy our scratch made country style breakfasts and our juice is actually our own blend of various fruit juices. All I can say is to look at all the reviews and then decide.

My daughter and 2 granddaughters spent one night at Birks on spring break. We knew the town would be somewhat shutdown during this season. It was very quiet and restful. The House is delightfully decorated, or should I say in the process of decoration. the rooms are lovely and there is lots of beautifl furniture pieces. It is old and somewhat musty, which is to be expected, but clean and comfortable. The breakfast is to die for! I want that apple crisp recipe!! I would go back.

This was our 2nd time staying here, and Richard the proprieter is awesome. We brought our own dinner, and Richard put it in the oven for us while we were still on the wine trail. The breakfast and service for it were wonderful. The rooms have always been clean and in good condition.

We stayed at Birk's for a Valentine's Day getaway and enjoyed the hospitality and comfortable accomodations. Richard prepared a wonderful breakfast that included French toast, eggs, bacon, and fresh fruit.

Nice bed, but odor from bath tub faucet was bad. Breakfast was fine.

We recently stayed at the Herzog Mansion (formerly Birk's). We have a very nice time. The breakfast was great. The only negative was that our room was extremely warm. On a cool February night that's not too bad, but we only used the sheet on the bed to cover us. Would have opened the windows a bit, but couldn't. Beyond that, with the pool table and our friends we had a great time.

Though there wasn't a whole lot to do in Hermann in Jan. Richard was great at making us feel at home.

Our room was well lit, comfortable and the food was excellent.

We had a very lovely time. The Inn Keeper was very helpful and interesting to talk with. Over all, a wonderful weekend. I would recommend the Herzog Mansion to anyone.

Had a nice quiet weekend. Richard was friendly and made a delicious breakfast. Very cool mansion, I especially liked the pool table and game room. Cozy and nice. Thanks for a good stay.

Birks is an amazing place to stay. The atmosphere was so authentic and the food great. The only thing that detracted from the stay was the bathroom in our room - claw tub bath only, no shower. Looks great, but hard to get used to using.

Beautiful old home, pleasant accommodations.

Birks Gasthaus was a GREAT place to stay! I thought it was pretty pricy... All of the B&Bs raise their prices due to Oktoberfest... so it wound up being $345 for two nights in his smallest bedroom... so that was a drawback. It was very clean and Richard is VERY nice. The service was outstanding. The breakfast was incredible! I would definitely go back just to eat the breakfast! Overall, our stay was great. The room was a little small - but perfect for our needs. The other rooms I looked in were pretty big and some had fireplaces. I would definitely recommend this B&B.

This was a preview visit before another visit for business associates. I was very satisfied with everything. Hospitality was excellent.

We stayed for one night this past weekend for my sister's 30th birthday. The rooms were very nice, and the bed was extremley comfortable. Staff was very nice and friendly, and breakfast the next morning was wonderful. Great little place to stay. Will return!

My wife and I recently spent 2 nights at Birk's. It was great, quiet, and peaceful. Richard is a perfect host, provided just the right amount of suggestions without affecting our privacy. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, and his breakfast choices were excellent. Would stay here again and recommend to a friend.

My wife and I recently stayed for three nights. This place is off the beaten path in a quiet residential neighborhood away from the main roads and railroad tracks but within easy walking distance of downtown. You won't have any trouble sleeping. The rooms are just as advertised in the web site. What you can't see is how clean they are. We were impressed. Richard, the innkeeper, is a well traveled and intelligent man that can converse on just about any subject. He is also laid back and has a good sense of humor. We spent several hours relaxing with him on the veranda swapping stories. Richard is also a very good cook. Breakfast was fantastic every morning and I know you will not go away hungry. We are planning a return visit this fall.

My company (Home Maintenace & Contracting Inc.) went to herman to do a job for a customer we have in St. Louis. We needed to stay for a week, the rooms were great, the bathrooms were clean and the service was great. I would highly recommend this B&B.

My wife and I recently traveled by train to Hermann and decided to stay at Birk's. The inkeeper, Richard, picked us up at the station and gave us a brief overview of Hermann on the way to the house.The house was as expected, high ceilings, transoms, large rooms, and a wonderful porch. The bed was very comfortable and the room was spotless. The bathroom had a big claw foot tub with a shower. Perhaps the best part of the stay was breakfast. Richard fixed a swiss cheese omelet with portabella mushrooms that was to die for and German (French) toast the next. I highly recommend Birk's if you're looking for a B & B in Hermann. We'll definitely be returning, maybe for a "murder mystery weekend".

My husband and I stayed at this fabulous B&B, where we felt so pampered. The bed was very nice and comfortable, the room was cleaned and the whole house was so inviting. Our gourmet breakfast was prepared by a real chef (DELICIOUS!) and you get lots of it. The hostess, Laura was so attentive and pleasant. I would definitely recommend Birk's to everyone!

Me, my children, Mother-in-Law and grandmother decided to take a small family rail trip. The plan was to travel to Hermann, stay overnight, then travel on to other locations. The warmth of reception and atmosphere at Birk’s Gasthaus was so wonderful that we cancelled the rest of our travel plans and rearranged the schedule so that we could stay at Birk’s. The rooms were very comfortable, clean and spacious and the common areas welcoming. The best feature of Birk’s, though, is L., the owner/manager. She was all that is pleasant, accommodating and friendly. She made our stay absolutely delightful. As long as L. is there, we’ll be back!

Wow, wasn't sure what to expect going to a b&b murder mystery on New Year's Eve but this was outstanding. We had fun meeting new people, and enjoying outstanding food and service. The house was amazing and the bed was extremely comfortable. Definitely will return.

Rick and Diane are fabulous inn keepers. They make you feel at home from the minute you get there. The rooms are simple and comfortable - which I like. I find so many places to just be crammed with stuff and that isn't relaxing to me. The food is great - Rick even makes brownies in the evening and they are to die for. We stayed in room no. 3 and the claw foot tub was pure heaven, and the big bed was way more comfortable than my own. I would highly recommend this place for a visit to Hermann.

Rick was a great host. We felt very welcome. Clean, comfortable. Recommended.

This was our second stay, and Birk's did not disappoint. Rick and Diane are excellent hosts. The room was large and comfortable, and the claw-foot tub an absolute delight! Rick's breakfast talents are awe-inspiring; the last time we had breakfast as good as this was during our last visit with Rick. This is a gem!

We just returned from a two-day stay at Birk's--a great B&B. Charming, immaculate rooms with oh-so-comfortable beds, warm and friendly hosts, reasonable pricing and breakfasts the gods would forsake their ambrosia for.

We had a very comfortable stay with Rick & Dianne & were entertained & educated about Birk's Gasthaus & the surrounding area. It was great to stay in a real B&B; one that had more than 1 or 2 rooms & served a full breakfast instead of a bowl of fruit!

Rick was very hospitable, even offering us some Great brownies after our winery tour. The room was great and this old mansion has some terrific charm. Oh and the breakfast was very good too. Thanks!