My husband and I were searching for a place to enjoy a weekend together that focused on rest and relaxation. We hit the jackpot with Blooming Gardens. The rooms and atmosphere of the inn were welcoming and endearing. Frank and Dolly were... read more

Dolly and Frank [resident propriators] operate a lovely Bed & Breakfast. Fascinating history, decor and physical setting. If your fortunate Dolly will give you an informative overview of the City of Durham [particularily if your running... read more

Great accommodations in a historic home that has been lovingly renovated. The owners make you feel right at home. The food and conversation are excellent. Highly recommended. Kenny Johnson Montgomery, Alabama read more

My daughter and I stayed at Dolly and Frank's extended stay Inn called Holly House. This beautifully restored Victorian home was very comfortable, clean and quiet. We enjoyed using the kitchen to cook meals with the local products we purchased at... read more

I was considering relocating to Durham from Oakland and renovating a historic property. So I visited and stayed at Blooming Garden, which was itself a 3 and a half year restoration. The inn was charming, our room was quiet and very comfortable... read more

The hosts made us feel at home and were helpful with all our needs during out stay in Durham. We had a marvelous time getting to know people in through the hosts. A wonderful and relaxing place to stay.

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The Blooming Garden Inn, within walking distance of newly renovated downtown Durham and less than 2 miles from Duke University, is a cut above the average Bed and Breakfast. The minute you step inside the door of this quaint, beautiful Inn, Frank... read more

My husband and I were looking for a place to stay during the time surrounding my cancer surgery at Duke. We wanted a place where we could cook our own meals, but the suites hotels seemed a little too cold and impersonal to suit us. When we... read more

This was one of our favorite bed and breakfast experiences. The hosts were very attentive to our needs, sharing their love of the city with us, giving us directions, and suggesting fine places to eat. They were very warm and welcoming and we will... read more

The home is very cozy and the owners are very warm and friendly people. The food choices were plentiful and were always a delight. read more

My wife and I enjoyed our stay at this thoughtfully restored Victorian house in the heart of Durham, NC. The proprietors & other guests were warm & friendly. The gourmet breakfasts were right to our tastes, simply but elegantly prepared... read more

I highly recommend the blooming garden Inn. Enjoy!

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THis was a lovely home located near the down town of Durham and just 2 miles from Duke University. We enjoyed good food, good conversation and a lovely room.

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This is the place to stay, if you're in the area. My husband and I had a wonderful experience. The owners are so very nice and the breakfast was top notch. rooms are very clean and elegant! Extremely comfortable

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Clean and spacious rooms and two very friendly hosts. Ask for pancakes, they're delicious.

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Very comfortable Great decor - Frank and Dolly - very friendly and helpful

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Wonderful home, exceptional innkeepers!!

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There were 8 of us - all ages, all walks of life sharing breakfast. We learned so much from each other...topics included music artistry, folklore, ghost stories, travels, cemetaries, etc. Quite an example of synergy!

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Frank and Dolly pay attention to the detail and go to every effort to make their guests feel pampered and at home. the rooms are very comfortable, breakfasts are amazing- the area is interesting and they are ingaging hosts.- very delightful

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My stay Durhan for my CPA Conference was delighful because of the lovely Blooming Garden Inn and its wonderful hosts, Frank and Dolly.

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