Bloomsbury Inn

Sensational in any season! Voted 1 of top 10 B&Bs in US.

Bloomsbury, originally built in 1849 by James Chesnut, Sr. and Mary Cox Chesnut, was often times host to Mary Boykin Chesnut who wrote "A Diary from Dixie during the Civil... more

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"New standard set for B+B's " 8/26/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

The Brown's hospitality is wonderful. We actually felt like family or really close friends. We had never encountered this type of service/feelings at any other B+B we've stayed in. The food was absolutely wonderful. We definitely will be coming... read more


"southern hospitality" 8/20/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

fablulous hosts!! beautiful inn! i will definitely return!

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"A wonderful surprise in Camden, SC" 8/18/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Our family booked 2 rooms for 8/15 and 8/16 while dropping off our son at Camden Military. What a surprise! The Bloomsbury Inn became a destination rather than just a place to sleep. Bruce and Katherine were fabulous hosts, with a wonderful and... read more


"Beyond Expectations!!!" 8/18/2008
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I am sorry that "Outstanding" reflects your highest rating. Our stay at the Bloomsbury Inn was beyond exceptional. The decor was magnificent and the ambiance of this Bed & Breakfast was breathtaking. The grounds were meticulously... read more


"Anniversary Visit" 8/16/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Bloomsbury is a beautiful home. Bruce and Katherine are wonderful hosts. It's obvious that they take pride in the home and it's history. They have done much to restore it. Bruce is an entertainer, historian and guide. The breakfast provided by... read more


"Beautifully landscaped, lovely rooms" 8/4/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We had a very enjoyable and relaxing stay at this beautiful B&B. Our hosts were gracious, the breakfast was fantastic and our room was lovely and comfortable. We enjoyed the beautifully landscaped grounds and recommend this B&B to all.

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"A July Anniversary at Bloomsbury" 8/2/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We found the Bloomsbury Inn to be a real treat. It exceeded my expectations of a Bed and Breakfast even though we haven't stayed at that many. Future stays at other B&Bs will be hard to live up to the Bloomsbury. The place was in prestine shape.... read more


"Excellent B&B" 8/2/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Bruce and Katherine were the perfect hosts-- they made us feel comfortable and at home, even with our late arrival. Breakfast each day was well planned and executed exceptionally well, and the beauty and history behind the Bloomsbury was... read more


"Amazing S.C. Getaway" 7/30/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

What a delightful experience we enjoyed at Bloomsbury! Not only are the innkeepers tops in the hospitality industry, they are just nice folks as well. Our room was beautiful, as was the rest of the inn and our breakfast was absolutely delicious.... read more


"MY STAY AT BLOOMSBURY INN" 7/28/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL!!! The room was the best we have ever stayed in. Bruce and Katherine could not have been better hosts. The breakfast was scrumptious!!! We would LOVE to go back!

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"Anniversary Getaway" 6/30/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

From the moment we arrived everything was perfect. My husband had arranged to have flowers and champagne waiting for us in our room. With four children at home, it was a great and relaxing weekend to share with each other. The room was beautiful,... read more


"More than expected" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Do yourself a favor, do not miss breakfast. My stay was very enjoyable, Bruce and Kathy are welcoming. You will enjoy your stay.

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"Perfect Stay" 6/16/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

What a wonderful stay! The Inn was fabulous! Bruce and Katherine were terrific! The food was wonderful! I can't think of enough positive adjectives to descibe everything about Bloomsbury. I can't wait to go back.

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"Smitten with Bloomsbury and Camden" 6/11/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

This was a Mother daughter trip. My 13 year old actually found the Bloomsbury for us. We loved every minute of our getaway and would go back again.

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"Wonderful Anniversary Experience" 6/3/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Our room was very nicely appointed and furnished with all the thoughtful accoutrements one would want or need. The gracious hospitality and attention to detail of the innkeepers, Katherine and Bruce, was exceptional. They welcomed us into their... read more


"Exceptional!!!!" 6/3/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

The owner's are truly wonderful and couldn't be better host's . From spacious rooms to gourmet breakfasts and evening appetizers on the grand porch, our experience was fantastic. We would recommend this to everyone. read more


"Unmatched Hospitality" 5/20/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Bruce and Karen go out of their way to make your stay special. Each and everyday the social hour is met with a smile and a kind word. They are interested in their guests and want them to come back. The breakfasts help you start the day the way a... read more


"Fantastic B&B with marvelous Innkeepers Katherine & Bruce Brown" 5/19/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

This was our second stay and made reservation before leaving for again next year. The Brown's make you feel like old friends and treat you like royalty. The breakfast and social are both outstanding. When we have to leave I always say back into... read more


"Great Place to Stay" 5/16/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

From arrival to check out a most stress free relaxing stay. read more


"Magnificent Home" 5/15/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We enjoyed the warm hospitality, delicious breakfast, and magnificent home. Bloomsbury is a step into history of the Camden community. As we rocked on the grand front porch our minds were drawn to imagine the clip-clop of horses on the street.... read more


"Great stay" 5/13/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

While the Inn is spotless and charming, the best part of my stay was my interaction with the Innkeepers. Bruce and Katherine are wonderful. I thoroughly enjoyed their passion for Bloomsbury and their excellent hospitality. It really made the... read more


"Absolutely delightful" 5/8/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

We travelled South Carolina staying in lovely places in eg.Charleston, but this was surprisingly the highlight of our tour. A beautiful house in a delightful town. Bruce and Katherine are fascinating company and great hosts. Their house is... read more


"A Jewel of the South" 4/30/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

My husband and I arrived in mid April 2008 and were utterly charmed by the warmth and attention to detail given to our visit by the innkeepers Katherine and Bruce Brown. We will be back to Camden and Bloomsbury Inn! read more


"The Best of the Best" 4/26/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Katherine's cooking and baking is beyond compare. And Bruce's stories are truely remarkable. Are we sure he isn't a history professor? We have been back twice and know we will come again, even though we live far away in Los Angeles.

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"What an experience!" 4/25/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Until I stayedat the Bloomsbury, my impressions of Bed and Breakfasts were not good. Bruce and Katherine and the Bloombury Inn have changed my mind. We had a wonderful, romantic get away. I can't wait to go back.

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"Delightfully satisfying" 4/22/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

Traveling alone, I expected to be met with hospitable hosts, however the Browns were exceptional with their Southern charm and warmth. Their late afternoon "socials" were a special treat, I found myself looking forward to... the other... read more


"Beautiful Bloomsbury!!!" 4/17/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

BEST inn in which we have ever stayed! Really! Beautiful rooms, exquisite breakfast, lovely grounds, and enjoyable tour/history! We'll be back!!

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"Wonderful Time at Bloomsbury" 4/6/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Although we were only there for one night, I found the house and the Browns to be charming. The house has much South Carolina Civil War history connected with it, and the Browns have made it a wonderful place to stay. The General's Bedroom was... read more


"Outstanding in the small details" 4/6/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Beautiful large rooms, Stayed in B & B's exclusively the lasts 15 years top 1 or 2 of all time. For me it is the small personal details that make a B & B great Bloomsbury is loaded with them. Make sure you are back by 5:30 for some... read more


"A nice end of the day" 4/5/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

After 12 hours of driving, it was a great feeling to be in such a lovely place with hospitable people. read more


"Perfection!" 4/3/2008
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Stayed On: 4/2008

We were looking for someplace special to celebrate an anniversary and a series of coincidences led us to Camden and Bloomsbury. With a copy of A Diary From Dixie at hand, we stepped back in time for an enchanting visit. Combining so many of our... read more


"17th year anniversary" 3/18/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

For our 17th year anniversary I suprised my husband with a get a way to the Bloomsbuy Inn, just down the road from where we live in Columbia. My husband thought we were just touring a beautiful historic home. To his suprise, Bruce met us at the... read more


"March 11 - 13, 2008" 3/16/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Staying at the Bloomsbury was an experience to remember. Katherine and Bruce truly make you feel at home at all times. The Inn is beautiful both inside and outside. Katherines' cooking was unique and excellent. I felt like I was in a fairy... read more


"A gem of a find" 3/11/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

My wife travles almost every week and is really tired of the corporate hotel environment. We decided for this trip we would look for a B&B as an alternative. How lucky we were to find the Bloomsbury. A beautiful property, absolutely charming... read more


"Top Notch Inn" 3/7/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

Bruce and Katherine are wonderful hosts from arrival thru departure. The room, the food and history of the inn was exquisite. Their recommendations to accommodate our personal needs will never be forgotten. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

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"Best B & B we have ever stayed at" 3/6/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

From the minute we arrived Katherine and Bruce made us feel like we were long lost best friends. Our experience at their Inn was truly above and beyond. I never expected to feel so welcome. Add us to all the other 5 star reviews. read more


"Beautiful Dreams" 3/3/2008
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Stayed On: 3/2008

What an incredibly beautiful experience. Not only were we welcomed with open arms, but Bruce and Katherine went above and beyond the call of duty to help my husband care for his injured back. We also thoroughly enjoyed the tour and history of the... read more


"Enjoyed the Bloomsbury Inn" 2/18/2008
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Stayed On: 2/2008

Inn was beautiful. Enjoyed visiting Camden -- a lovely historical town. Good choices for dining.

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"Beautiful House and Warm, Friendly Innkeepers" 2/10/2008
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This is one of the most beautiful historic houses we have ever visited. Bruce and Katherine Brown are wonderful people and great innkeepers. The experience was delightful; this is an exceptionally well-run inn. read more


"Blast from the Past" 1/17/2008
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Stayed On: 12/2007

Have been wanting to get to Bloomsbury forever, my husband use to live in the house when he was growing up, and I had only seen it from the outside over the years. It exceeded my expectations, and the Inn Keepers are absolutely best in class. We... read more


"A wonderfull wedding night after." 12/31/2007
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Stayed On: 12/2007

My new wife and I were blessed enough to have found this wonderfull place. The food was outstanding and of course the inn was astonishingly beautifull. From the warm welcome to our regretted departure, we were treated about as well as two can be. read more


"True Southern Hospitality" 11/23/2007