The Comstock House

The Comstock House is an elegant Eastlake brick style home located in Big Rapids, Michigan. D.F. Comstock built this extravagant home in 1896, where it later became the home of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity and now the Johansen Family has restored this home back to its original state.

Beautifully furnished with antiques throughout, the house reflects the decorating style of the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. The Victorian color scheme, grand fireplaces, and gorgeous mahogany woodwork restored showcases the five original stain glass windows. Enjoy a relaxing stay in any of our three victorian Bed & Breakfast rooms and wake up to a delicious, unique, gourmet breakfast. Two rooms even feature claw foot spa air tubs big enough for two!

Whether it’s a romantic getaway, small wedding, or even a business meeting, the Comstock House’s ambiance is sure to please everyone.

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Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Located by walking/biking trails
    • Located close to the Muskegon River
    • Small town
  • Nearest major city: Grand Rapids, MI (54 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    North on US 131, take exit 139 turn right. Turn left onto State St. then a right on Maple St. We are on the right hand side before the bridge.
  • Nearest major airport: Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 67 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    West onto ROSS DR. SE, turn RIGHT onto CORPORATE DR SE., Turn RIGHT onto 44TH ST SE / JOHN J OOSTEMA BLVD SE., Make a U-TURN onto 44TH ST SE / JOHN J OOSTEMA BLVD SE., Turn RIGHT onto PATTERSON AVE SE., Turn RIGHT onto 28TH ST SE / MI-11. Continue to follow 28TH ST SE. Merge onto I-96 W via the ramp on the LEFT toward GD RAPIDS / MUSKEGON. Merge onto US 131 EXIT 31B toward BIG RAPIDS / CADILLAC. take EXIT 139 turn right. Take a left onto State St. then a right on Maple St. We are on the right hand side before the bridge.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 175.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 15.00
  • Other Accommodations: Meeting/Reception Rooms
    The main floor is available to rent for graduation parties, meetings, bridal showers, anniversary parties, really any special occasion you might have. Even rent the whole house for a night or even a weekend. Great for those small weddings. Please call for more details!

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Data port
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Internet Service
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • On Site
  • Amenities Basket
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Fax Machine
  • Library
  • Wedding Facilities
  • Meals

    • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 9:00 can schedule differently
    • Breakfast is served in the Porch - weather permitting, Dining Room
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Homemade Goodies When Available, Non-alcoholic beverage
    • Special meals available: special meals avail.
    • Our signature dish is Cream Cheese Puffed Pastry
      You have to try these pastries! They are filled with a home made cream cheese filling, wraped, baked, then topped with jam and powdered sugar. Excellent reviews on this dish!

    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Only where specified. Must dispose of it properly)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Limitations on children staying
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
    • Deposit amount required (Need a credit card to hold reservation for Bed & Breakfast. Meeting space 1/2 down.)
    • Check in time is 3:00-6:00pm and Check out time is 11:00am
    • Cancellations:
      If you cancel within 7 days or less a cancellation fee of $25.00 per night will be charged.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Big Rapids Jaycees
      • Michigan Lake to Lake Bed & Breakfast Association (ML2L)
      • Professional Association of Inkeepers International (PAII)
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Jillian Johansen
      The Johansen family has grown up showing horses. Horses have always been a big part of our lives. We also enjoy spending time at the lake fishing. Another big hobby for Jane is antiques. She's continually purchasing them and displaying them throughout the house.
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • There is one dog on the property

    Area Attractions

    Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Ferris State University, Community Swimming Pool, Outlet Stores, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bird watching, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Fishing, Golfing, Kayaking, There are many activities in the Big Rapids area, Can also go to www.bigrapids.org to see more, Bowling, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Tennis courts

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    Contact Information


    The Comstock House Bed and Breakfast
    The Comstock House, Big Rapids, MI - Inn
    The Comstock House
    414 Maple Street
    Big Rapids MI 49307
    USA
    Phone: +1-231-796-4753
    Fax: +1-231-796-8788
    Toll-free: +1-877-796-4753
    Innkeeper(s)
    Jillian Johansen
    Rates:
    $115 - $175
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    Photo Album

    This room is what we call the Library, this is the common area for guests to sit and relax in and view the photos of the restoration. Also look through all of our memorabilia and dig into the history if this house.The "Dollie Ann" Room features this extravagant king size canopy bed. This room is the larges off the 3 rooms.
    This is the spa air tup in the Dollie Ann Room and also the elegant fireplace. There is also a spa air tub in the Eva Zunida Room.The Eva Zunida room has this wonderful ornate king size bed along with a spa air tub and private bath.
    The Jennie Marcia Room features this ornate queen size bed with a fireplac and private bath.This photo is taken from the library looking into the room where the wedding ceremony was to take place. We had 53 chairs set up for seating in this one room and the bride and groom stood in front of the fireplace.  They decorated the mantle and put on the chair covers to make this wedding beautiful and the colors matched the house perfectly! As you can see not much decoration is needed! The house says it all!
    This was a table set up for a wedding. We have these centerpieces to rent out if needed! We set up 60 inch diameter tables that can seat 8 at a table.Christmas Decorations
    This photo was taken from a postcard dated in the late 1800's. This is what the house originally looked like when it was built in 1896.

    Features

    Property Noted For:
    • Anniversary Parties
    • Bridal Showers
    • Graduation Open Houses
    • Luncheons
    • Business travel
    • Group events
    • Luxury
    • Peaceful getaway
    • Romantic escape

    Type:
    • Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Eastlake Brick
    • Built in 1896
    • Opened for business in 2007
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2006
    • Access for the disabled is limited
    • Parking available (County parking lot is also nearby)