George Blucher House Bed & Breakfast Inn 211 North Carrizo Street Corpus Christi Texas 78401 USA http://www.GeorgeBlucherHouse.com Phone: +1-361-884-4884 Fax: +1-361-884-4885 Toll-free: +1-866-884-4884

General Information

Welcome to the historic George Blucher House Bed & Breakfast Inn, recognized in Frommer's 1st and 2nd Edition Texas Travel Guides as one of the "Best of Texas" Bed and Breakfasts and Small Hotels....and given its top rating of 3 stars! A 1904 Victorian, the Inn is conveniently located just a few blocks from upscale restaurants, trendy clubs and a sparkling bay front and marina. Just across the street is Blucher park, an internationally renowned bird sanctuary. Legal eagles will appreciate the two-block stroll to the Nueces County Courthouse.
The George Blucher House is elegantly appointed with antique French, English and American country furnishings, fine Oriental carpets, original artwork, fine china, silver and crystal. Six professionally decorated bedrooms offer private baths with guest robes and assorted toiletries, luxury linens, televisions and VCRs, two dedicated telephone lines and more.
Wile away the hours on one of the verandas or balconies. Stroll the park-like grounds with fountains, birdbaths and benches. Enjoy!

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: 1 Suite & 5 Rooms
• There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
• Single occupancy rate is between $ 119.00 and $ 189.00
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 119.00 and $ 189.00

Amenities

Meals

• A Full breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: Varies
• Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
• Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Baked Pear a la Blucher
  Juicy pear baked in cinnamon/sugar/almond crusted puff pastry, stuffed with chocolate, served in a swirl of melted carmel and chocolate with fresh strawberry garnish. Sinfully delicious!

Policies

• Minimum stay required (Weekends, $25 upchg for single night. Holiday weekends require 2 night stay.)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Outdoors only, please!)
• We cannot accommodate guest pets
• Accommodations are not suitable for children
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (50% for 3 nights or more. 100% for 2 nights or less and on holiday weekends. Holiday weekends require 2 night stay.)
• Check in time is 4:00 pm and Check out time is 12:00 noon
• Cancellations:
  Must be made 21 days in advance to receive full refund, less 10% handling/processing fee. Does not apply to group or block bookings where cancellations may be subject to non-refundable deposits. Please call for details.

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Victorian
• Built in 1904
• Opened for business in 2000
• Restored / Remodeled in 1999
• Access for the disabled
• Parking available

Location

• Geographic region: Gulf Coast
• Location is best described as: Bird Sanctuary, Marina & Seawall, Airport, Beachside, City, Downtown, Island, Oceanside
  
• Nearest major city: San Antonio, TX (140 miles SSE)
• Directions to property:
  From IH 37 South: Exit 1A/Buffalo Street. Stay on Buffalo Street and then turn right on Tancahua (first traffic light) and go 4 blocks. Turn right on Comanche at Corpus Christi Public Library. Turn left on Carrizo and right on Blucher. From Hwy 181 South: Cross Harbor Bridge and take the second exit (Tancahua/Staples). Turn left on Tancahua and go 5 blocks. Turn right on Comanche at the Corpus Christi Public Library. Turn left on Carrizo and right on Blucher.
• Nearest major airport: CRP 5 miles
• Directions from airport:
  Turn right on the access road as you exit the Airport. Take Hwy 44 East. Exit Hwy 358 West (Padre Island Drive). Then take Exit IH 37 South. Exit 1/A Buffalo Street. Stay on Buffalo Street and then turn right on Tancahua (first traffic light)and go 4 blocks. Turn right on Comanche at Corpus Christi Public Library. Turn left on Carrizo and right on Blucher.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Tracey L. Smith
  Born and raised on a South Texas farm and ranch, Tracey grew up a tomboy who loved to collect antiques, china and silver. Her love of the outdoors and all God's creatures is evident throughout the Inn's grounds. The Inn's exquisite interiors show her talent as a professional and registered Interior Designer, and her delicious breakfasts are proof positive of her culinary training.
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There is one cat on the property
• There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

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, Ocean, World Class Birding, Windsurfing, Sail Boat Rental, Fishing Charters, Water Sports, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Rodeo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Tennis courts, Tennis racket rental, Water sports