Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection
Ballastone Inn
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Bed&Breakfast Diamond Collection
An exclusive of professionally inspected and guest-reviewed luxury inns with extensive modern amenities.
Inspector Insights
Historic mansion, beautiful décor, superb service, perfect romantic getaway. Enjoy tempting afternoon tea and evening hors d’oeuvres at the inn’s private bar.
Inn Details
Come discover a truly unforgettable and historic Savannah bed and breakfast, chosen year after year as the "most romantic Inn in Savannah.” Privacy and intimacy prevail at our Savannah, GA bed and breakfast located in the center of the Historic District where you can walk to every attraction. At our romantic Savannah B&B, you leave your car in our free off-street parking area and then take our private elevator to all floors. Enjoy delectable breakfasts every morning and the most elegant high tea in the city on antique linens and sterling silver every day at 4pm. Visit the antique bar at our Savannah bed & breakfast for your favorite beer or wine before or after a romantic night on the town. Our romantic 4 Diamond bed and breakfast in Savannah is for the discerning traveler indeed. We are dedicated to preserving our past and our love for period antiques abounds! The Ballastone is dedicated to gracious southern service and embellishing hospitality like no other Savannah bed and breakfasts can. Andrew Harper's Hideaway Report Grand Award Winner, 2009 Dallas Magazine Top 10 places in the world to visit, Best Savannah Bed and Breakfast in 2008, Zagat Survey "Best Inn in the State of Georgia", Named 1 of the 50 Best Romantic Getaways by Travel and Leisure.
Innkeeper Information
The innkeepers speak:
English
Other Pets: Off site facilities
Features
Type:
Other
Bed and Breakfast
Historic Inn
Property Noted For:
Anniversaries
Antique private bar inhouse
First class concierge service
Historic Savannah District
Ladies Getaways
Table for two privacy
Antiques/decor
Gourmet food
Honeymoons
Luxury
Peaceful getaway
Romantic escape
Weddings
Amenities
Guest Room:
Air conditioning
Alarm clock
Bath robes
CD player
Ceiling fans
Coffee/Tea facilities
DVD Player
Fireplace
Hairdryer
Hot tub/whirlpool tub
Ironing Board
Private entrance
Radio
Satellite/Cable TV
TV
Telephone
Turndown Service
Wet bar
On Site:
Board games
Copier
Fax Machine
Internet Service
Videos
Wedding Facilities
Wi-Fi
Other Amenities:
Private off street parking (limited)
Elevator from Street level to entire mansion
Pre dinner hors d'oeuvres, Gourmet breakfast
Boutique wines & beer, Victorian High Tea Service
Metered parking on Oglethorpe Ave. in front of Inn
Parking passes available for purchase
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Dinner & Sites Package
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
Private Carriage Ride * 2 Walking Tour Tickets * 2 Owens Thomas House, Telfair & Jepson Passes * $50 dinner gift certificate * $250
Girlfriends' Getaways
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
2 Savannah Theatre Tickets * 2 Spa facials OR 2 Spa pedicures * 2 Owens Thomas House, Telfair & Jepson passes * 2 Walking Tour tickets * 1 Bottle of Wine * $270
Walk, Ride & Dine Package
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
2 Olde Town Trolley passes * 2 Ghost tour tickets * $25 gift certificate to SoHo South Cafe or Old Pink House * $100
Ghost Package
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
2 Ghost tour tickets * 1 Bottle of Wine * $100
Romance Packages
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
Couples Massage at Spa * Private Horse Drawn Carriage Tour * Rose petal & Chocolate covered Strawberry Turn-down Service (1 night of stay) * $50 dinner gift certificate * $450
Elopement Package 1
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
Service of officiant * Cake (chocolate or vanilla, 2-8 people) * Bridal Bouquet (3 hydrangeas [white or blue] or 6 roses [red, pink or yellow]) * $900 May have up to 6 attendees * Ceremony to take place in front parlor or courtyard between 12pm and 2pm * 2 night minimum stay required
Elopement Package 2
4/10/2011 - 7/9/2012
Service of officiant * Cake (chocolate or vanilla, 2-8 people) * Bridal Bouquet (3 hydrangeas [white or blue] or 6 roses [red, pink or yellow]) * 1 night Rose petal and chocolate covered strawberry turn-down service * Bottle of chilled champagne toast with cake * Private horse drawn carriage ride * $50 dinner gift certificate * $1200 May have up to 6 attendees * Ceremony to take place in front parlor or courtyard between 12pm and 2pm * 2 night minimum stay required
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Beds
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Bathroom
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) N/A
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $229/$229
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $229/$229
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Beds
2 Twin
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $219/$219
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $199/$199
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $249/$249
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $355/$355
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $335/$335
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $299/$299
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $355/$355
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $249/$249
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $315/$315
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $335/$335
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $299/$299
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $355/$355
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Beds
1 King
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $249/$249
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Beds
1 Queen
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Bathroom
Private Bath
Bathtub
Shower
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Nightly Rate
(high/low season) $315/$315
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check in: 3 pm Check out: 11 am
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Minimum stay: On weekends - two night minimum
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Deposit amount required: First night's room rate at time of booking. Balance is due upon departure.
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Cancellations: A deposit of one night's accommodation per room is required at booking. Fifteen days prior notice of cancellation or change of date is required. A $35 cancellation fee will be charged at the time of cancellation. Cancellation within fifteen days of arrival will result in loss of deposit.
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Open all year round: Y
General Policies
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Smoking allowed: Limited
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Guest pets allowed: No
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Drinking allowed: Yes
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Drinking description: Cash bar available for boutique wines and beer
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Drinks available: Y
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Children allowed: Children age 16 and older are welcome
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Suitable for children: Limited
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Childcare provided: No
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Breakfast
Type: Southern Gourmet Made-To-Order
Time Served: 8 am to 9:30 a.m.
Serving location: Courtyard, Parlors, Tea Room, Breakfast/dining area
Complimentary Perks
Non-alcoholic Beverages
Wine/Cheese Plate
Signature Dish
Chefs Choice
The Chefs Choice menu changes daily. However, among the house specialties are homemade granola, homemade breads, Southern Grits, Southern Biscuits, and Eggs Benedict. Chefs Hors d'oeuvres at night include specialty stuffed mushrooms, asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, Chicken Satay with peanut sauce. Chocolates in the evening with Port and Sherry at our antique bar. Turn-down service with chocolates. Romance Packages enjoy chocolate covered strawberries and champagne with turn-down.
Special meal options
Upon request
Additional food services
Boutique wines and beer
Mid-day fruit essence water & Iced tea
Pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres
Victorian High Tea Service
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Rolled Bacon and Gruyere Omelet
Serves: 8
Prep time: 25 minutes -
Location Type
Heart of Savannah Historic District
City
Downtown
City
Atlanta
Distance to city: 280 miles
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Directions to property:
From I-95, take interstate 16 east to savannah. I-16 will terminate and merge into Montgomery street, follow that through two streetlights to Oglethorpe Ave. Turn right (east) continue through the Bull St. intersection to Drayton Street. Make a u-turn back onto the opposite side of Oglethorpe Ave., where The Ballastone is located in the middle of the block.
Airport
Savannah, GA (SAV) 12 miles
Directions to property:
From the airport, take I-95 South and follow directions given above.
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping
Art Galleries
Beach
Concert venue
Gourmet/Fine Dining
Historical interests
Live Music
Movie Theater
Museum
National/State parks
Nature area
Ocean
Colonial, Revolutionary War & Civil War history
Telfair Fine Arts Museum, Walk to fine dining
Design District Boutique Shops, Walk to cafes
Historic Savannah architecture
City Market, River Street, Forsyth Park
Landmark Historic District (walking vacation)
Outlet Stores
Performing Theater
Picnic area
Religious Services
River
Bicycle rental
Bird watching
Boating
Canoeing
Fishing
Golfing
Kayaking
Savannah Tour of Homes and Gardens
Antique shopping, Private area tours
Savannah Film Festival
Walk to street cafes and fine dining
Savannah Music Festival, Savannah Book Festival
Design District Boutique Shops
Sailing
Shopping
Sight-seeing
Water sports
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What a place!!!
- Stayed on: 1 / 2012
- Reviewed on: 1/20/2012
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About the reviewer
55+ years old
Almost never stays at B&Bs
Typically stays in luxury lodging
Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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Our kids got us a getaway to the Ballastone Inn for Christmas, what a great present. The staff was without a doubt top notch, the rooms beautiful, the linens luxurious and the little duckie for the bath was fun. The location is perfect, close to River Street and all the historic parks. Dining for dinner in the area is superb with many choices and they have most menues in a book in the parlor. We met a wonderful couple from Chicago and spent hours in the parlor talking, we felt as if we were home. Don't miss the Ballastone Inn, when you are next in Savannah. Something for your bucket list for sure.
Romantic Get-Away, Perfect for Couples
- Stayed on: 12 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 12/11/2011
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About the reviewer
Between 26-35 years old
Stays at B&Bs twice a year
Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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Everything about the place was phenomenal. The hors d'oeuvres were great, the service was always polite and on time. We slept in so I can't tell you about the breakfast, but the superior room we had there was very quiet and romantic. The place is also within walking distance from the Riverwalk and downtown attractions like Paula Deen's restaurant. I just wish it wasn't so expensive. I hope I get an excuse to go back there soon!
Romantic and Charming
- Stayed on: 9 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 11/11/2011
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About the reviewer
Between 26-35 years old
Frequently stays at B&Bs
Typically stays in moderate lodging
Was travelling for a weekend getaway
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I had a lovely time at the Ballastone Inn. It's a beautiful location in the heart of Savannah. Really comfortable and elegant at the same time.
September 2011 Stay - Ballastone
- Stayed on: 9 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 10/3/2011
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About the reviewer
Between 45-55 years old
Stays at B&Bs once a year
Typically stays in premium lodging
Was travelling on vacation
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This was our first trip to Savannah and we stayed at the Ballastone based on positive reviews, recommendations in Frommer's, etc. It surpassed our expectations - the property was absolutely lovely, the staff gracious and accommodating, and was just perfect from start to finish. We stayed in the China Trade room - fantastic! Thank you Ballastone team for a visit we'll never forget.
A gem!
- Stayed on: 6 / 2011
- Reviewed on: 6/15/2011
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About the reviewer
55+ years old
Almost never stays at B&Bs
Typically stays in luxury lodging
Was travelling on vacation
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My best friend and I decided take a girls getaway. We chose the Ballastone after researching cities and inns. Neither of us had ever been to Savannah. The Ballastone did not disappoint. The staff made us feel like we were guests in their home. The rooms are beautiful and the location could not have been better for the Historic District. I would come again with my husband.
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Nightly rate
$199 - $355
- Reviews 57
- Number of rooms 16
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Accepts gift cards
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- Address 14 E Oglethorpe Avenue
Savannah, GA 31401, USA
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Fax: +1-912-236-4626
Toll-free: +1-800-822-4553
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