Chinaberry Hill-1889 Grand Victorian Inn & Cottage

302 Tacoma Ave N
Tacoma Washington 98403-2737
USA

http://www.chinaberryhill.com/

Phone: +1-253-272-1282
Fax: +1-253-272-1335

General Information

Victorian Opulence with Coffeehouse Flair

Chinaberry Hill has been featured in several travel publications, including Conde Nast Traveler, Sunset Magazine, Travel & Leisure, Best Places to Kiss Northwest, Amazing Getaways, Fodors, Frommers, Northwest Best Places. The Unofficial Guide to Bed & Breakfasts in the Northwest tells its readers: "This is one groovy place…from the oval window to the rounded porch… better-than-restored, with décor that’s bold, eclectic, opulent, and inviting. A delightful place, with secluded garden, hilltop privacy, yet great urban access."

Excellent Location

Downtown shops and theatres, Antique Row and waterfront restaurants are all within a few blocks of this remarkable garden retreat. Over 100 structures in the neighborhood are on the National Historic Register.

“Hearty Breakfasts & Serious Coffee.”

The inn serves up a multi-course culinary delight every morning with such favorites as buttermilk blueberry pancakes, orange croissant French toast, ham and swiss quiche, garlic potatoes, mango-peach salsa and peppercrust bacon. Special dietary needs (e.g. vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, etc.) are cheerfully accommodated.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Suites, rooms, carriage house
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 113.00 and $ 225.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 149.00 and $ 245.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 35.00
  • Other Accommodations: Carriage House
    Catchpenny Cottage is popular with both honeymoon couples and families. Listed on the National Historic Register, the 2 story cottage can sleep 6-7 and has 2 full baths w/both tubs and showers - the downstairs suite has a private double Jacuzzi in what was originally the horse's stall, and an 8 ft. curved iron canopy bed w/roses where the carriages were once stored. A great combination of rustic and elegant - very unique, lots of woodwork, antiques, stain glass, cable TV/VCR both upstairs and downstairs. The upstairs has a nice view of the bay during the winter months (between June and October, the 30 ft. Japanese maple tree blocks the view, but has wonderful foliage).

Amenities

In Room
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath robes
  • CD player
  • Fireplace
  • Private entrance
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • VCR
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • Copier
  • Data port
  • Fax Machine
  • Hot tub/whirlpool tub
  • Library

Other Amenities: Guest Kitchen, Writing desks, Cottage

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 7:00-9:30am
  • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room, In room
  • Additional food services included in room rate: popcorn, cookies, juices,, sodas, hot chocolate,, teas, bottled water, snacks.
  • Special meals available: macrobiotic, vegan, Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required ((During holidays and special events).)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (outdoors only)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Children are welcome in the Catchpenny Cottage suites.)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (bring your own)
  • Deposit amount required (First night's stay is required.)
  • Check in time is 4-6pm and Check out time is 11am
  • Cancellations:
    Seven days cancellation policy, 30 day group bookings. Once inside cencellation period, guest is responsible for entire booked amount unless the room(s) can be rebooked for that period.
Discounts available:
 10%length of stayMinimum stay: 5 days

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
Establishment Type
  • Guest Cottage
  • Historic Inn
  • Urban Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Victorian
  • Built in 1889
  • Opened for business in 1996
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2007
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Parking available (Plenty of street parking, some off-street availability.)

Location

  • Geographic region: Puget Sound
  • Location is best described as: Downtown
  • Nearest major city: Seattle, WA (20 miles)
  • Nearest major airport: SEA

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Cecil and Yarrow Wayman
    Both Cecil and Yarrow are recent corporate dropouts and avid Dilbert fans. As chef at the inn, Cecil enjoys the creative aspects of cookery, and cultivating the "no worries" approach to life. Yarrow's passions are writing, promotional material design and the new global village (aka the internet).
  • The innkeepers speak: English, French

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Beach, Casino, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Museum, Nature area, Historic Gardens, Views, Libraries, Ocean, River, Rodeo, Ruins, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery, Zoo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycles, Billiards, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Swimming pool, Table Tennis, Tennis courts, Whitewater Rafting