The Skelton House 97 Benson Street Hartwell Georgia 30643 USA http://www.theskeltonhouse.com Phone: +1-706-376-7969 Fax: +1-706-856-3139 Cellular: +1-706-446-4278 Toll-free: +1-877-556-3790

General Information

The Skelton House is a National Register Victorian built in 1896 and completely remodeled and modernized in 1997 to become a bed and breakfast. House has 12 rooms, which include 7 bedrooms with private baths, a parlor, dining room, morning room, receiving room, and commercial kitchen. All bedrooms have separate temperature controls, televisions, telephones, and some have private balconies. One large room has a large bath with garden tub. Many guests frequently enjoy a large front porch with ten rockers. The Skelton House is located on two acres with beautifully landscaped gardens that are a perfect setting for many outdoor events. A gourmet restaurant with a full service bar is only minutes away.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 7 guest accommodations (7 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 100.00 and $ 135.00
• Other Accommodations: Suites
  One extra large luxury suite with private balcony and spacious bath with shower and garden tub.

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 7 am to 9 am
• Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
• Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Five Flavored Pound Cake

Policies

• No minimum stay required
• Smoking is allowed in limited areas (garden area only)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Limitations on children staying (Well supervised children 4 or older.)
• No childcare is provided
• Deposit amount required (One day)
• Check in time is 3 pm and Check out time is 11 am
• Cancellations:
  72 hour cancellation notice required
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • AAA Approved 3 Diamond Award
  • Distinquished Inns of North America
  • Georgia Innkeepers Association
  • Georgia Visitor Information Centers
  • Professional Association of Independent Innkeepers
  • Select Registry
  • Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1896
• Opened for business in 1997
• Restored / Remodeled in 1997
• Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
• Access for the disabled
• Parking available

Location

• Geographic region: North Georgia
• Location is best described as: Lake country, Northeast Georgia mountain, South Carolina border town, historical area, Downtown, Small town
  
• Nearest major city: Anderson, SC (23 miles Northeast)
• Directions to property:
  Leave I-85 at Georgia exit 177 and travel South for 13 miles on GA Highway 77 to Hartwell. Turn right at 5th red light onto Carter St. Look for us on the immediate left after you pass the Presbyterian Church.
• Nearest major airport: ATL 100 miles
• Directions from airport:
  I-85 North to Georgia exit 177. South on GA 77 for 13 miles to Hartwell.
• Meeting places:
  • Athens GA
  • Greenville
  • Spartanburg SC
  • Airport

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Ruth & John Skelton
  Ruth & John Skelton recently retired from owning and operating a retail pharmacy and gift shop for over 30 years. They both enjoy cooking, entertaining, and meeting people, They have traveled extensively and have enjoyed visiting other B&B's as they planned to open their own.
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There are 2 cats on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hunting, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Water sports