Bailey House Bed and Breakfast
The Bailey House, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is a Greek Revival brick home built in 1830. The three story house features four large pillars in front and a large central hall with winding staircase. The spacious rooms have Federal-style mantels, woodwork and original ash flooring. The Bailey House offers small town friendliness,in an historic area, and a full breakfast to start the day. Museums, art gallery, antique shops, and gardens all within comfortable walking distance. Private tours of Ulysses S. Grant's Boyhood Home available. Hiking and bike trails nearby. In 2007 the stone wall in front of the house was repaired and many artifacts were found that are now on display. The wall was probably built with stone U.S. Grant and his father hauled to the site.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Dayton
- KY
- Lexington
- OH
- Small town
- Village
- Nearest major city: Cincinnati, OH (40 miles East)
- Directions to property:
From the Intersection of State Rt. 32 and US Rt. 68, go South on US 68, 12 miles, to Georgetown, OH. Turn right at the first business district exit onto Mt. Orab Pike. At second traffic light turn left. Go two blocks east to Water Street and turn right. Bailey House is in the second block on the left. - Nearest major airport: Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati N. Ky.) 45 miles
- Directions from airport:
Take 275 east, then exit on Route 125 to Georgetown, 60 minutes.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: 1 with private bath
- There are 3 guest accommodations (one with a private bath)
- Single occupancy rate is $ 65.00
- Double occupancy rate is $ 70.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ .00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Desk | Fireplace |
| Ironing Board | Radio |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Computer |
| Conference Rooms | Internet Service |
| Library | Piano |
| VCR | Washer/dryer |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| tea served in rooms | pre-breakfast coffee |
| Afternoon herbal tea | |
Meals
- Breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served in the Dining room
- Our signature dish is Apple French Toast
Casserole of French Toast, topped with apples, brown sugar & cinnamon.
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed (not in guest rooms)
- Guest pets are welcome
- Children are welcome
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (BYOB)
- Check in time is 12 Noon and Check out time is 12 Noon
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Nancy Purdy
Nancy is a retired teacher. Her hobbies are herbs and making herbal wreaths, decorations and herbal bath products. She has great interest in and knowledge of the US Grant boyhood home and gives tours.Husband, Stan is
Ohio State football enthusiast & US Grant authority. - The innkeepers speak: English
- There are 2 cats on the property
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Beach, Historical interests, Nature area, Brown County fair (September), U.S. Grant schoolhouse, U.S. Grant boyhood home, 1850 county court house, Late 1700's log cabin, Gerogetown historic district, Picnic area, Religious Services, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Hunting, Antique shopping, 1850 County Court house, Wildlife artist John Ruthven , 1780 log cabin, 15 Acre historic district, U.S. Graant Boyhood home tours, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Tennis racket rental
Georgetown Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Georgetown, Ohio.