Baer House Inn

1117 Grove Street
Vicksburg Mississippi 39180
USA

http://www.baerhouseinn.ms

Phone: +1-601-883-1525
Fax: +1-601-638-9490
Toll-free: +1-866-510-1525

General Information

Rated as one of the best Bed and Breakfast's in the South and top 100 in the United States. Our guests put it best:
"The Southern hospitality is stupendous and the gourmet meals even better!"
"Great history, great food & great social hour."
"The history in the home and neighborhood is a refreshing course on how to have a pleasant weekend get-a-way."
"What a great place to stay, and only blocks away from so many things to do and see."
"We were married here last year, and our 1st anniversary here this weekend was as expected: Absolutely wonderful, thanks for making your home feel like ours!"

A charming bed and breakfast retreat providing a full southern breakfast. This exquisite example of Eastlake Victorian was built in 1870 and is furnished with period antiques.
The home is walking distance to museums, restaurants, art galleries, antique shopping, horse carriage rides and historical sites of the Civil War.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 7 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 195.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 85.00 and $ 195.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 35.00
  • Other Accommodations: Suites
    2-room suite available.

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Amenities Basket
  • Bath robes
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • Turndown Service
  • VCR
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Desk
  • Fax Machine
  • Fireplace
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Social hour from 5-6pm in the parlor., Billiards room

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
  • Breakfast is served in the courtyard or veranda, in bedroom, Dining Room
  • Dinner is available by special request for $45.00
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Wine/cheese
  • Special meals available: Candlelight dinners, Restricted, Vegetarian

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • Limited accommodations for guest pets
  • Children are welcome
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Complimentary social hour with cocktails.)
  • Deposit amount required (A credit card or a deposit equal to the first night's stay is required.)
  • Check in time is 4:00 pm and Check out time is 10:00 am
  • Cancellations:
    There is a $25 charge for cancellations. If less than 72 hours prior to the reservation, one nights rate is charged. During special events or holidays 2 weeks notification is needed to avoid the one-night charge.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Vicksburg Bed & Breakfast Association
    • Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:
 5%church groupsMinimum stay: 1 days
 10%length of stayMinimum stay: 3 days
 10%militaryMinimum stay: 1 days

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Family Travel
  • Fitness
  • Group events
  • Honeymoons
  • Peaceful getaway
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Bed and Breakfast
  • Historic Inn

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Eastlake Victorian
  • Built in 1870
  • Opened for business in 2004
  • Restored / Remodeled in 2001
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking available (off-street, secure parking)

Location

  • Location is best described as: Art Galleries/Antiqueing/Fine Dinning, Casinos, Historic section of Vicksburg, Old Court House Museum, Quiet neighborhood, Vicksburg National Military Park, Small town
  • Nearest major city: Jackson, MS (40 miles East)
  • Directions to property:
    Traveling EAST on I-20, take the HALLS FERRY RD exit-EXIT 1C 0.2 miles. Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto HALLS FERRY RD. 1.4 miles. HALLS FERRY RD becomes CHERRY ST. 0.9 miles. Turn RIGHT onto GROVE ST. 0.1 mile Baer House Inn on LEFT side of street. Traveling WEST on I-20, take the W. CLAY ST exit-EXIT 4B-toward downtown Vicksburg, 0.4 mi. Merge onto CLAY ST/US-80 W. 1.8 mi. Turn RIGHT on ADAMS ST 0.1 mi. Turn RIGHT on GROVE ST 0.1 mi. Baer House Inn on LEFT side.
  • Nearest major airport: JAN 45 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    From Jackson International Airport travel north on International Dr. which turns into Airport Road N. 2.8 miles. Merge onto I-20 WEST. Then follow directions above.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport
    • Bus
    • Train

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Doug Cousineau
    Enjoy history, antiques, sports and travel. We are happy to be in a quiet part of the world after living in the South Pacific, China, Alaska and Europe. Doug takes part in adventure races and anything to do with biking, running or paddling. He is also a great Chef and enjoys sharing the secrets of the wonderful breakfast recipes.
  • The innkeepers speak: Chinese, English, German
  • There is one dog on the property

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Casino, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Mississippi River, Pilgrimage Tours, Vicksburg National Military Park, Tara Wildlife Preserve, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Rodeo

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Billiards, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Mountain Bike trails, Running trails, Horse carriage rides, Civil War Battlefield, River cruises, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Video Arcade