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  • The Comstock House view from Maple St. fully restored. Originally build in 1896.

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    The Comstock House is an elegant Eastlake brick style home located in Big Rapids, Michigan. D.F. Comstock built this extravagant home in 1896, where it later became the home of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity and now the Johansen Family has restored this home back to its original state. Beautifully furnished with antiques throughout, the house reflects the decorating style of the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. The Victorian color scheme, grand fireplaces, and gorgeous mahogany woodwork restored showcases the five original stain glass windows. Enjoy a relaxing stay in any of our three victorian Bed & Breakfast rooms and wake up to a delicious, unique, gourmet breakfast. Two rooms even feature claw foot spa air tubs big enough for two!

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Number of Cats: 1

    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Best Place to stay when visiting FSU

    • Great Stop for Bicyclists

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

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  • Freezing February

    2/7/2012 - 2/29/2012

    Freezing February Special........20% off any room, any day.

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    Nightly Rate

    $115 - $175

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00-6:00pm    Check out: 11:00am

    • Deposit amount required: When booking online or if you call we just take a credit card to hold the room. No charge is ran untill check in.

    • Cancellations: If you cancel within 7 days or less a cancellation fee of $25.00 per night per room will be charged. If cancelled the day of the full rate will be charged unless we are able to fill the room.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Pop, Water, Juice, no alcoholic beverages provided.

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 9:00 can schedule differently

    • Serving location: Porch - weather permitting, Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Cream Cheese Puffed Pastry
    You have to try these pastries! They are filled with a home made cream cheese filling, wraped, baked, then topped with jam and powdered sugar. Excellent reviews on this dish!

    Special meal options

    • special meals avail.

    Additional food services

    • Homemade Goodies When Available

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  • Location Type

    • Located by walking/biking trails

    • Located close to the Muskegon River

    • Small town

    City

    • Grand Rapids

    • Distance to city: 54 miles

    • Directions to property:
      North on US 131, take exit 139 turn right. Turn left onto State St. then a right on Maple St. We are on the right hand side before the bridge.

    Airport

    • Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Kent County Intl.) 67 miles

    • Directions to property:
      West onto ROSS DR. SE, turn RIGHT onto CORPORATE DR SE., Turn RIGHT onto 44TH ST SE / JOHN J OOSTEMA BLVD SE., Make a U-TURN onto 44TH ST SE / JOHN J OOSTEMA BLVD SE., Turn RIGHT onto PATTERSON AVE SE., Turn RIGHT onto 28TH ST SE / MI-11. Continue to follow 28TH ST SE. Merge onto I-96 W via the ramp on the LEFT toward GD RAPIDS / MUSKEGON. Merge onto US 131 EXIT 31B toward BIG RAPIDS / CADILLAC. take EXIT 139 turn right. Take a left onto State St. then a right on Maple St. We are on the right hand side before the bridge.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ferris State University

    • Community Swimming Pool

    • Outlet Stores

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Rodeo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Kayaking

    • There are many activities in the Big Rapids area

    • Can also go to www.bigrapids.org to see more

    • Bowling

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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    Home away from home.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    My wife & I recently stayed at the Comstock House after attending a FSU Bulldog hockey game. What a joy to stay at such a nice home. The room was comfortable and relaxing. John & Jane were the kindest people with many great stories. The next mornings breakfast capped off a great stay. We are already making plans to return to Big Rapids just to stay at the Comstock House again.

    Great weekend

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We were in Big Rapids for a wedding of a friend, the Comstock House was a great place to stay. It was very clean, the food was great and the innkeepers were very welcoming. If we are ever in or near Big Rapids again, we will be sure to stay at the Comstock House again!

    Veterans Day II

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We returned for a second year Veterans Day stay. That day heavy wet snow and whiteouts on the highway made the trip stressful, but when we arrived on Maple Street we could see the warm and inviting glow welcoming us. Last year it was warm and we walked the river walk and through town. This year after Jane greeted us we relaxed in our room and watched the snow fall. Our breakfast was delightful and we enjoyed the company of another couple and Jane. Then sadly we left The Comstock House with more fond memories. Than you John and Jane. The Millers

    Beautiful and pleasant

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    A gorgeous old house with great service. Those who are sensitive to fragrances might have issues with the scents of the strong air fresheners.

    Hidden Treasure

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    I grew up in the Big Rapids area and this house was very familiar to me. As I was growing up it was always known as "That Frat House", a place to party and hang out. I grew up though and moved away. Many years later I came back to visit and was surprised to see it had been renovated and restore to is former glory! I of course had to stay there and see if it lived up to a true Bed and Breakfast.........oh my what a hidden treasure! The home had truly been transformed into something spectacular to behold. I love old houses, the character and attention to detail. The owners of The Comstock House have outdone themselves. Not only did they restore the home, they made it better. Each room was more wonderful than the last. Miss Jan was extremely attentive along with her husband and we enjoyed our quiet conversations over food that would literally melt in your mouth. The very first morning Miss Jan made cream cheese stuffed french toast and it was what dreams where made of! Thank you so much for adding to the wonderful memories I have of this extraordinary Historical Home. I would visit again and can't imagine making a trip to this area without staying at The Comstock House

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