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Elliot Rose Guesthouse

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  • Classic c.1900 Italianate architecture, leaded glass door and front windows, and well maintained landscaping provide a welcoming preview to the comfortable and chic decor and outstanding hospitality that await you as a guest at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse.
    Our posh Room G, features luxurious bedding, burled walnut dresser and desk, seating for 2, in a soft seaglass aqua and chocolate decor. This room's private bath features a deep soaking tub, separate shower, and black quartz countertop.
    A soft neutral taupe and silver decor is enhanced by the wonderful light that enters Room M via its triple bay windows. The queen size bed is outfitted with a silvery gray coverlet, down alternative duvet, and accented by a handmade coordinating afghan. A unique antique corner chair upholstered in soft green and coordinating artwork make this room a modern haven with warm, homey ambience.
    Room W is spacious enough to accommodate an entire family. The king size bed with its deep chocolate tufted leather headboard against the russet colored accent wall makes a stunning focal point. A double size sofa bed accommodates two additional children or adults, and Art Deco-style dresser and night table, along with a bookmatched maple cedar chest, provide plenty of storage. This room customizes to fit your family's needs - we even have 2 pack-n-plays available for our littlest guests!
    • Address 814 South Clinton Street
      Defiance, OH 43512
      USA
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    The Elliot Rose Guesthouse offers upscale, family-friendly accommodations in a lovingly restored c.1900 home just south of Historic Downtown Defiance. Close to everything you need to do and want to do during your visit, the Elliot Rose Guesthouse costs no more than the best hotels in town, but provides you with luxury, privacy, and style unmatched. Bridal Suite with private luxury bath, second-floor Family Suite with kitchen sleeps 6 or more, full hot breakfast featuring our family recipe scones, and more. 100% cleanliness guarantee.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 12 Reviews

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    5.0 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Perfect!

    April 24, 2013

    My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the guesthouse in April 2013. We felt right at home, and we had a wonderful time. Thanks, Diana and Paul!!

    5 out of 5
     

    A fantastic stay

    March 24, 2013

    I have stayed at the ERGH on two separate occasions; a two night stay in November of 2012 and a three night stay in March of 2013. The rooms are inviting and clean making it easy to relax and unwind at the end of the day. However, the best part of the ERGH is at the beginning of each day - breakfast! Diana really goes above and beyond making delicious scones and egg dishes. Fresh fruit, yogurt, hot coffee, and an array of juices are also always on hand. If you'd like to see something special added to your breakfast menu all you have to do is ask - Diana and Paul put their guests' comfort at the top of their list of priorities. I would not hesitate to recommend the ERGH to anyone traveling to, or through, the Defiance area.

    5 out of 5
     

    Excellent Weekend Stay

    February 24, 2013

    We stayed here in mid-February for a weekend. From the hospitality to the breakfast to the room, everything was all we could ask for. If we are ever in need of lodging in northwest Ohio again, we will definitely stay here again.

    5 out of 5
     

    Charming home away from home

    October 26, 2012

    Diana and Paul are delightful hosts, they feel like family! Their b & b is exactly what I have needed for a long time when visiting relatives in my hometown. It outweighs the stay at a hotel by its hospitality and feeling like home, and not to mention the value! It is by far the cheapest yet best place to stay in Defiance. I would recommend a stay at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse to any of my friends or family. The details are all caringly thought out and perfectly executed. If something were to have gone wrong during our stay, I have no doubt Diana and Paul would have come to our rescue! A wonderful place for out of town visitors, and a place even a local could love for a get away weekend:) Laura and Ken A.

    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Diana and Paul Bauer

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    none Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $90 - $120

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 4pm to 8pm    Check Out: 11am

    • Deposit Amount Required: 50% of charges for entire stay needed to secure reservation

    • Open All Year Round: Yes

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinking Description: Guests may bring their beverages of choice

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Children Allowed: Babies and children welcome, pack-n-play, toys, booster seat

    • Suitable For Children: Yes

    • Childcare Provided: Limited : Possible childcare arrangements, depending upon situation

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 12 Reviews

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    5.0 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Perfect!

    April 24, 2013

    My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the guesthouse in April 2013. We felt right at home, and we had a wonderful time. Thanks, Diana and Paul!!

    5 out of 5
     

    A fantastic stay

    March 24, 2013

    I have stayed at the ERGH on two separate occasions; a two night stay in November of 2012 and a three night stay in March of 2013. The rooms are inviting and clean making it easy to relax and unwind at the end of the day. However, the best part of the ERGH is at the beginning of each day - breakfast! Diana really goes above and beyond making delicious scones and egg dishes. Fresh fruit, yogurt, hot coffee, and an array of juices are also always on hand. If you'd like to see something special added to your breakfast menu all you have to do is ask - Diana and Paul put their guests' comfort at the top of their list of priorities. I would not hesitate to recommend the ERGH to anyone traveling to, or through, the Defiance area.

    5 out of 5
     

    Excellent Weekend Stay

    February 24, 2013

    We stayed here in mid-February for a weekend. From the hospitality to the breakfast to the room, everything was all we could ask for. If we are ever in need of lodging in northwest Ohio again, we will definitely stay here again.

    5 out of 5
     

    Charming home away from home

    October 26, 2012

    Diana and Paul are delightful hosts, they feel like family! Their b & b is exactly what I have needed for a long time when visiting relatives in my hometown. It outweighs the stay at a hotel by its hospitality and feeling like home, and not to mention the value! It is by far the cheapest yet best place to stay in Defiance. I would recommend a stay at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse to any of my friends or family. The details are all caringly thought out and perfectly executed. If something were to have gone wrong during our stay, I have no doubt Diana and Paul would have come to our rescue! A wonderful place for out of town visitors, and a place even a local could love for a get away weekend:) Laura and Ken A.

    5 out of 5
     

    Totally Refreshing & Homey

    October 21, 2012

    My husband & I stayed 9 nights and it truly felt like home-away-from-home without cooking, cleaning, etc.! We had full access to the guesthouse which made it very nice for us, since we were away from home for awhile . The house is beautiful, comfortable and meets all of your needs and exceeds your expectations. Diana & Paul are the perfect hostess & host! The breakfasts are great and the homemade scones are out of this world! Staying at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse beats staying in a hotel. We always stay at B&Bs and we rate this one as one of our BEST. My husband and I bonded with the Diana & Paul and made new friends.

    5 out of 5
     

    Your Home Far Away From Home!

    June 29, 2012

    "Mi Casa Es Tu Casa" is certainly the feel at Elliot Rose! We would give them 100 stars if they were available! As performers we stay in many places and we can say with all honesty that Elliot Rose Guesthouse provided for us all the comforts of home. We would highly recommend staying at Elliot Rose and if you're like us, you'd never want to leave! We will be back very soon! On behalf of the rest of the guys of the Mariachi, Thank you to Diana for the awesome hospitality! -José Ozuna Mariachi Monumental De México Chicago, IL

    5 out of 5
     

    An outstanding place with outstanding hospitality

    June 02, 2012

    We had a beautiful stay at Elliot Rose. Every detail is carefully prepared by the owners who are devoted to making your stay as comfortable as it can be. Elliot Rose is more beautiful in person than the pictures on the website. We had a great time and we will definately stay there again. Cheri & Dan

    5 out of 5
     

    A Most Excellent Weekend

    May 15, 2012

    We were fortunate enough to stay at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse the weekend we performed at the Lilac Festival in Defiance, OH. We've stayed in our share of hotels, motels and B and Bs. All we can say is WOW! The entire place was immaculate. The food (including the homemade scones and fudge) was simply delicious. And, the hosts were wonderful. Diana and Paul treated us like family and made us feel totally at home. When it comes to attention to detail...these two have truly set the bar. (Diana handpicks the best food ingredients, top quality linens and even did extensive research before she purchased the "tunable" white noise machines for each room for those guests who sleep a little better with a fan going). We will definitely be staying at the Elliot Rose Guesthouse every time we're anywhere near Defiance, OH. Dalia Garcia and Gary Scott (a.k.a. Garcia and Scott)

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  • Location

    Overview Points of Interest Restaurants

    Location Type

    • Auglaize Village & Farm Museum 5 miles

    • Just south of downtown

    • Residential neighborhood

    • Sauder Village 25 miles

    • Stoney Ridge Winery 20 miles

    • Small town

    City - Toledo

    • Distance to city: 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Defiance is located halfway between Fort Wayne, Indiana and Toledo, Ohio along US 24. Our Guesthouse is easy to find, located less than 2 miles south of US 24 on ST RT 66, which is Clinton St., the main street in Defiance, just past the Historic Downtown District, in a residential neighborhood. Click the link to our website, and from there link to Maps & Directions for Google Maps and driving directions from your specific location.

    Airport

    • Toledo, OH (TOL-Toledo Express) 50 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit Toledo Express Airport, turning north on Airport Highway. Take I-475 East, then exit right at Maumee/Napoleon exit, exiting right immediately again toward Waterville/Napoleon. Continue on US 24 to Defiance, exiting left onto ST RT 66 toward town. At Triangle Park, road angles slightly right. Continue past Thurston St., we are 5th house on the right. Park on street for check-in.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • National/State parks

    • Auglaize Village Farm & History Museum

    • Schomburg Series Concerts

    • Historic Homes Walking Tour

    • Community Theater

    • Historic Downtown gallery shops

    • Arts and Media Center Events

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

     Nearby Cities

     Nearby States

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    • Spa

    Property highlights

    • Family and class reunions

    • Group getaway weekends

    • Seated catered dinner parties up to 14

    • Showers/parties up to 20 persons

    • Special rates for extended stays

    • Stand up receptions for up to 50

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Family Travel

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Videos

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Microwave & guest fridge in kitchenette

    • Flat panel LCD TV in every guest room

    • SoundMate sound conditioners in each guest room

    • Whole-house water filtration

    • DVD library

    • Coffee/tea facilities in both kitchens

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: when guests prefer

    • Serving Location: "Table for 2" on 3-season back porch,Outdoor deck off back porch (seasonal),Dining Room,Guest room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Simply Perfect Scones
    Our guests unanimously agree: these scones are fabulous! Served warm right out of the oven, they are simply delightful. They're even better, we're told, the next day, when the natural flavors of the ingredients have had a chance to meld. Either way, we're sure you'll find that these are like no other scones you've tasted. The texture is flaky and light, but hearty - due to the wholesome 100% whole wheat pastry flour, real butter, and natural yogurt that make up the pastry. Each batch is a flavor sensation, with combinations of dried fruits and nuts, such as: Apricot-Orange-Pecan, Cranberry-Orange-Walnut, Pomegranate-Plum-Orange, Kiwi-PIneapple-Lime-Coconut, and Cherry-Chocolate Chip-Pecan. We use only the best ingredients: Eggland's Best eggs, real citrus zest, hand chopped nuts. Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger are used liberally in various combinations to highlight the taste and aroma. Hand made, sparkling with demerara sugar topping, crisp on the edges and tender in the middle....can't you just taste them already?

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Diabetic

    • Gluten-free

    Additional food services

    • Bottled water

    • Juice, hot cocoa, lemonade,soda

    • Paul's homemade fudge

    • Self serve coffee/tea available 24/7

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