A Storybook Inn
A SELECT REGISTRY INN LOCATED IN THE HEART OF HORSE COUNTRY! Minutes from Lexington and airport!
A STORYBOOK INN WAS SELECTED IN THE TOP TEN BEST OVERALL BED AND BREAKFASTS IN THE UNITED STATES 2007/2008!
Impeccibly designed, Immaculately clean, Incredible service!
"A delight to the senses!" "Elegant" "Amazing! "A Real treasure!" are all words used by our discerning guests to describe beautiful, historic Storybook Inn. [Amsden-Haupt House, Circa 1843]
We all long for a special place where we feel welcomed and pampered in an unobtrusive way. Your search is over for an incredible destination that skillfully combines elegance with a gracious inviting ambiance. A Storybook Inn is not your "garden variety" Bed and Breakfast; finely restored and appointed, it is more like a small European luxury hotel, say our well-traveled guests.
A Storybook Inn exists to be a gorgeous, peaceful haven for our cherished guests; a respite from the rest of the world. Every detail for our guest's comfort has been considered. Everything from fresh squeezed orange juice, premium fresh ground coffee, painstakingly hand-selected tasteful furnishings, quality antiques, high thread count bedding, unique accessories, acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, down to the custom "natural" toiletries is for our guest's enjoyment.
Want professional massage? Need fine dining reservations? Let us know. We will arrange the on site massage, make your dinner reservations at unique one-of-a-kind quaint dining establishments with incredible cuisine. Need a special romance package? Have dietary restrictions? Just let us know ahead of time and we will make every effort to have something wonderful on hand for you.
And the breakfasts! They are definitely something to write home about. Fresh ingredients, fresh squeezed juice, fresh ground coffee, fresh baked entrees! Minutes from fine dining, Keeneland, Midway, the airport and downtown Lexington.
CLOSE TO EVERYTHING; WORLDS APART!
Location
- Location is best described as:
- 10 Minutes from quaint Midway
- 15 minutes from KY Horse Park
- 5 miles to Keeneland
- Minutes from world class horse farms
- Near Airport
- Walking distance to downtown;wooded park
- Airport
- Downtown
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Lexington, KY (10 miles East)
- Directions to property:
From Lexington: Take Versailles Road into Versailles. Take a left on Main Street. Take the next right onto Rose Hill. Go 0.3 mile up the hill; turn right at the stone pillars with the Storybook Inn signs. We are the large white Colonial that sits back from the street.
From Louisville: Take I-64 East to the Frankfort exit and turn right onto Highway 60. Take the scenic route past magnificent horse farms into the town of Versailles. When you approach the town, veer to the right into the town. You are on Frankfort St. which becomes Main. Go through 4 stop lights to Rose Hill and take a right. Just up the hill 0.3 miles: turn right at the stone pillars with the Storybook Inn signs.
From Cincinnati: Take I-75 South to exit 115 onto Newtown Pike. Take a right on Newtown and go 1.8 miles to W New Circle Rd/KY-4/W-US60. Take W New Circle Road 4.5 miles to the first Versailles Road exit. You will be heading West [right] toward Versailles. Go 9.3 miles to Versailles to Main Street. Turn left at Main and take first right onto Rose Hill. Just up the hill 0.3 miles; turn right at the stone pillars with the Storybook Inn Signs. - Nearest major airport: Lexington, KY (LEX-Blue Grass Field) 5 miles
- Directions from airport:
From Bluegrass Field, turn left onto Hwy 60. Stay on 60 into Versailles. Turn left at Main Street. Take first right onto Rose Hill. Go .3 mile up the hill to stone pillars on the right. Pillars are narrow entry, originally for carriages.Enter with care with large vehicles.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Spacious rooms/suites
- There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 189.00 and $ 300.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 189.00 and $ 300.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
- Other Accommodations: Honeymoon/GetAWay Cottage
Huntsman's Chase Cottage: Just completed renovation in December! Spacious 77+ year old cottage, freshly and beautifully renovated with 2 Bedrooms, large Master Bath w/Jacuzzi & double walk-in shower. Also features: hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, private deck and fully equipped eat-in kitchen (though breakfast can still be enjoyed at the main house). Very private - ideal for honeymooners, anniversaries, small families, those Keeneland bound, or for individuals who just want to get away from it all! Satellite TV/VCR/DVD
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Amenities Basket | Bath robes |
| Board games | CD player |
| Ceiling fans | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| Computer | DVD Player |
| Desk | Fireplace |
| Fridge | Hairdryer |
| Hot tub/whirlpool tub | Internet Service |
| Ironing Board | Microwave |
| Private entrance | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Turndown Service | VCR |
| Wi-Fi | |
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| On Site | |
| BBQ grill | Conference Rooms |
| Copier | Data port |
| Fax Machine | Library |
| Piano | Secretarial services |
| Telephone | Videos |
| Washer/dryer | Wedding Facilities |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Covered parking for motorcyles | Refreshments at all times |
| Special dietary needs considered;Massages arranged | Walking distance to wooded park with trails |
| Elevator;Victorian screened Porch | Immaculately clean for the allergy prone |
Meals
- A Gourmet and/or country style breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: Between 8:00-9:30
- Breakfast is served in the Outside in screened side porch overlooking garden, Dining Room
- Lunch is available by special request
- Dinner is available by special request
- Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Dessert, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
- Special meals available: Low Carb, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Storybook Quiche
This is a wonderful dish made with all fresh ingredients.
Fresh eggs, milk, 5 different cheeses, vegetables such as zucchini,brocoli,sweet red pepper,scallions, spices, and presented with fresh herbs. Usually served with gourmet thick sliced bacon, fresh fruit with fresh whipped cream and a sprig of mint, and homemade blueberry muffins or scones. Coffee is freshly ground Starbucks and other premium brands. Orange juice is freshly squeezed.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (Only during Equestrian events in April, October, Derby)
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Please no smoking inside but grounds are extensive)
- Limited accommodations for guest pets (Love dogs but very few exceptions, except cottage)
- Limitations on children staying (Special circumstances will be considered. Cottage: all ages.)
- No childcare is provided (We can have onsite babysitting if reserved ahead of time.)
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complimentary glass of wine)
- Deposit amount required (Discounts do not apply for weddings and whole house rentals. Deposit is required for weddings and for whole house rentals. Accounts do not apply during April, October, and for Derby weekend.)
- Closed: 2007 Season; closed December 23
- Check in time is 4:00 and Check out time is 12:00
- Cancellations:
Please call or email a cancellation 7 days prior to reservation for regular reservation. If cancellation is not made, we have no choice but to charge you for the reserved suite or cottage.
For whole house rental or weddings, any cancellations must be made 30 days prior to event to order to have desposit refunded.
Discounts available:| | 12% | Active Military | |
| | 20% | Christian Hospitality Network | Minimum stay: 2 days |
| | 10% | Clergy and Seminary students | |
| | 10% | Midweek discount | Minimum stay: 2 days |
| | 10% | Police and First Responders | Minimum stay: 2 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Elise Buckley-Snoddy
I love people. I love pampering people, especially ones that need a reprieve from too much work or just a time away from it all. I have a background in nursing, nutrition, Real Estate, and hospitality. I am gifted in interior design, gardening, and love great conversation. Love to travel and to read. I enjoy creating in the kitchen signature dishes with fresh ingredients. My friends have all commented that all of those traits point to the fact that Innkeeping is the perfect venue for me. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There is one dog on the property
- Other pet(s) on the property: Two outdoor only kitties
Area Attractions
Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Irish Acres Antiques and The Glitz, Kentucky Horse Park, Buckley Wildlife Sanctuary, Labrot and Graham, Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill, Keeneland, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bird watching, Golfing, Horseback riding, Horseshoes, Near fine dining, Near Kentucky Horse Park, Wooded paved walking trail behind inn, 5 minutes to Keeneland, Near Shaker Village, Falling Springs Recreation Center, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Table Tennis, Tennis courts
Versailles Nearby Cities
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