The Parish House Inn


  • Inn Details

    This Queen Anne style Inn is located in Historic Ypsilanti, a walkable city with Pubs, restaurants, shops, museums and parks. All guestroom have private baths, cozy quilts, TV/VCR's and free wireless internet service. Also included is the hearty breakfast and our bottomless cookie jar, popcorn,tea and coffee anytime. The inn is located one half mile north of I-94 at exit 183, just one mile from Eastern Michigan University, 20 minutes from Detroit Metro airport and Ann Arbor.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Chris has been the innkeeper since 1993 and owner since 1998. She has a culinary arts degree, a retail and marketing background in sales and management. Cooking, gardening, golfing, reading and bridge are her main hobbies.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English



    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • cook book by innkeeper

    • downtown location near shops, parks

    • location on Huron River

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Honeymoons

    • Romantic escape


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • Ceiling fans

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • guest refirgerator

    • Guest microwave

    • cookies/beverages

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  • Nightly Rate

    $99 - $160

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 4-7 PM    Check out: 11 A-NOON

    • Cancellations: Cancellations that are received 7 days prior to arrival will be due a full refund of any deposits made. After that date guests are responsible for the entire amount of the reservation, unless we can re-book the room.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: only soft drinks provided...alcohol is allowed on property

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 7-9am weekdays,8-10am weekends

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Signature Dish

    Baked Oatmeal
    Since it is baked, never stirred, the texture is different. It is mixed with milk, grated apple, dried cherries and toasted almonds and just a touch of brown sugar in a casserole and baked. This is like a breakfast pudding and is loved by all who try it.


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • assorted baked goods

    • cookies

    • popcorn


    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Orange Croissant French Toast
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 30 minutes

    Michigan Baked Oatmeal
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 45 minutes

    Dessert

    Baked Pears and Plums with Cranberry Suace
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 90 minutes

  • Location Type

    • Downtown

    • Small town


    City

    • Detroit

    • Distance to city: 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      from the I-94 Expressway take exit 183 and go north. You will be on Huron St. Go through 2 intersections. In the next block on the right corner is a sign that says "Gilbert Residence", then an empty lot (it looks like it might be a parking lot, but it is not) and then 2 Victorian houses with a shared driveway. Turn into the driveway between the houses and park in the rear parking lot on the left side facing the back.The entrance to the Inn is also in the rear. Please ring the doorbell.


    Airport

    • Detroit, MI (DTW-Wayne County) 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take I-94 west to exit 183, the Huron Street exit. Turn right onto Huron Street and follow directions to property. It is 20 minutes from the airport.


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ypsilanti Firehouse Museum

    • Ypsilanti Auto Museum

    • University of Michigan

    • Eastern Michigan University

    • Concordia College

    • Greenfield Village/The Henry Ford

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Ann Arbor Art Fair

    • Historic Depot Town

    • Local theater and concerts

    • Vintage Auto Shows

    • Ann Arbor Antique Show

    • Elvis Fest

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    We loved Ypsi!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Located within walking distance of downtown Ypsilanti, the Parish House offered a large, comfortable, very well-appointed room with lovely private bath, and a gourmet breakfast served in a welcoming breakfast room. After researching B&Bs in Ann Arbor, I decided to explore Ypsilanti, just 7 miles away. I was very pleased with my decision, and especially with the Parish House. I would recommend it to anyone visiting the Ann Arbor/Detroit area.


    Scrumtious breakfast

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Thanks to Chris for preparing her tasty breakfasts. We enjoyed her tasty breakfasts. We enjoyed her meals so much that we purchased her cookbook. The Parish House Inn has nice rooms & is conveniently located (walking distance) to downtown Ypsilanti. A good place to stay if you are considering visiting/shopping in Ann Arbor.


    Good but noisy!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging


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    This place is super clean and the inn keeper is great too. My only issue would be the noise. I have been to several b&b in the past so I know in a house you will hear others. This was the worst by far. The bed was so squeaky every time I moved it woke me up. I also couldn't sleep when anyone else had the tv on, making meals, walking the stairs, took a shower, or when they were down stairs getting a snack. That being said I am a light sleeper so maybe it wouldn't bother you. My husband the heavy sleeper had a little problem with the noise but after a few hours was out. They do have good food and comfy beds. The bathroom is the smallest I have ever seen but cute. Two people could not be in there at the same time.


    Exceeded our hopes - a pleasure!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    What a wonderful experience arriving at the Parish House Inn and meeting Chris, the fiesty, wise and charming inn keeper. We love the Parish House Inn. Chris was a the door the moment we hit the driveway and then showed us to our beautiful room in a beautiful building. Amazing attention to detail - our room and the open parlor invited exploration and admiration. Lovely gardens, right on the river, close to everything in Ypsi. Delicious fresh food in the morning, baked goods, fruit, juice and an ever full jar of spectacular cookies. Treated like family. We enjoyed a long talk with Chris who shared her wisdom on local topics (a good spot for dinner) to gems only a grandmother could hand down. Couldn't have asked for more. Also a great value.


    Good night stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    Liked the free treats! Nice movie selection. Comfortable room. Mold on shower curtain. Good breakfast. Easy access to town.


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