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The Inn At Bingham School
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  • Inn Details

    Operating from 1845-1865, the Bingham School served as a preparatory school for young men seeking entrance to the University of North Carolina at nearby Chapel Hill. Although the school itself is no longer standing, the headmaster's home, listed in the National Historic Registry, has received an award for it's meticulous restoration. Your hosts, the Deprez family, invite you to step back in time. Furnished in period antiques, the Inn at Bingham School is nestled among pecan trees in the rolling farmland of central North Carolina. A combination of Greek and Federal styles, and 1790 Log Cabin the Inn offers five spacious guestrooms with modern private baths. Relax on one of our porches after roaming the surrounding acres of woodland. Join in a game of croquet or find peace gently swinging in one of our hammocks. Or spend your time indoors curling up with a good book, playing games in the parlor or watching a movie from our video collection. Whatever the choice, welcome the evening over complimentary wine and cheese with your hosts. Experience more than just a room; surround yourself in the craftsmanship of a past era. With a unique blend of old and new comforts you can select rooms with different features. In every room you will be indulged with thick robes, luxurious soaps and homemade cookies. Wake up to an elaborate breakfast served in dining room or on the patio. Our menus are designed to make the most of seasonal specialties: pear-almond waffles, blueberry pancakes and corn fritters are just a few of the offerings. Fresh fruit, warm breads, gourmet coffee and teas always accompany our all homemade breakfasts. Eleven miles west of Chapel Hill, the Inn offers southern hospitality at it's finest.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    After their previous home in Mexico City the innkeepers are enjoying their country setting. Hiking the grounds and continually restoring the home keep them busy.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish


    Number of Cats: 2

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Country Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • BB.com special rate

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Fireplace

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Jacuzzi/bathtub in room

    • Satellite TV on site

    • Some rooms have VCR

    • Some rooms have ceiling fans

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  • Headmaster's - 1835

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$150

    1801 Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$150

    Rusty's Room - 1801

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $150/$150

    Milkhouse Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 4

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $195/$195

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 - 8 P.M.    Check out: 11 PM

    • Minimum stay: Special weekends (football, graduation).

    • Deposit amount required: 1 night's tariff, held w/credit card.

    • Cancellations: Once reservation is made we need min. 1 weeks notice prior to reservation and there is a $15.00 service fee. If cancel witin 1 week of reservation, if we can re-rent the room there is a $15.00 service fee---If we can not re-rent the room full amount is due.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Yes

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Wine & Cheese included --also have beer & wine for sale

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Well behaved children only.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Corporate
      Percent off: 5%

    • Government
      Percent off: 5%

    • Length of Stay
      Percent off: 15% Days required: 4

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Serving location: Dining room or outside on patio

    Complimentary Perks

    • Wine/Cheese Plate

    Signature Dish

    French Quiche

    Special meal options

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Bedtime cookies

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  • Location Type

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    City

    • Chapel Hill

    • Distance to city: 11 miles

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • 30 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Raleigh/Durham

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • River

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseshoes

    • Croquet

    • Hiking

    • Hammocks

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    A Perfect Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My husband and I stayed in Room 1801 on January 13, 2012. The room, house, and grounds were beautiful. We really enjoyed the wine and cheese and breakfast. Francois, one of the owners, was friendly and shared with us lots of information about the history of the Inn (which we both found fascinating). We had a great time and reccommend staying at the Inn at Bingham School to everyone!

    Lawnmowers, Really??

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    The milkhouse cottage was wonderful, but we both declared the bed was uncomfortable, which is the only reason the room was "okay but below average." The bed is a big part of "bed and breakfast." Linens were wonderful. When the riding lawnmower started up outside the cottage at 8 am...not a happy camper. We were there on a Mon-Tues, but wouldn't you change your lawn service if you had customers? We then kept the drapes closed from the gorgeous view because of the lawn guy. Breakfast was disappointing. Didn't offer a refill of juice or a glass of water, which would have been nice. They ran out of coffee. We had to knock on the "employees only" door to request more coffee. The grounds were beautiful, but beside a road with lots of traffic noise, which you do not hear inside, but sitting outside. We didn't know the wine and cheese was included in the cost of the room - would have enjoyed that.

    Innkeeper Response
    We are sorry your stay with us was disappointing. With 10 acres of grounds to maintain we try to balance landscaping needs and our guests comfort. We limit the lawnmower to weekdays and never earlier than the breakfast hour. Thank you for your input on the mattress in the Milkhouse Cottage, we have listened to your concerns and have purchased a new pillow top mattress. All of our amenities may be found on our website. Your comfort is our priority and we welcome any comments that help us improve our service.

    - Christina Deprez (innkeeper)

    Bingham School Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Spacious, comfortable room, nicely appointed, great bedding. Spacious, comfortable bath. Nice setting & F.P.

    Pleasant Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Beautiful, serene, country historical Inn with friendly cat, "Buster".

    Would Not Return

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I chose this B&B because of the history of the place. The only plus of this choice is the beautiful, pastoral setting. The room was adequate, but the outside appearance is really bad....apparently there is no upkeep in that area. I walked through several spider webs while there. The innkeeper was lacking in personality and hospitality. I have heard that about the French, and it must be true. He never thanked us for staying with him, asked if everything was okay or urged us to come back. Francois was the only person we ever saw, so I assume he is running the place solo now. Breakfast was a huge disappointment. It was frozen puff pastry filled with apple slices, a small glass of juice, and no decaf coffee, served to us in a grumpy manner. The grounds are beautiful and I appreciate the history of the place greatly, but I feel the rooms are overpriced. A gracious host would have gone a long way towards making this a pleasant experience. This was our first B&B ever and I wish it had been better.

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