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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"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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Stayed On: 2/2008

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
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Stayed On: 11/2007

This was our second stay and it was as perfect as our first! Bruce & Katherine make you feel right at home with their friendliness and they included us in their family time at the races which we thought was very thoughtful. We felt truly... read more


"The Bloomsbury B&B and the Colonial and Carolina Cup !" 11/19/2007
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Stayed On: 11/2007

The Bloomsbury Inn B&B, exceeds our expectations everytime We return for the bi-yearly Stepple Chases every six months. The hospitality and the warmness of the beautiful Inn makes the weekend extra special and complete. The owners always pay... read more


"Best Anniversary" 11/6/2007
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Stayed On: 11/2007

What a delightful place to celebrate an anniversary! The Browns are wonderful hosts that really know how to pamper their guest. They take care of every detail so your stay is very relaxing. The breakfast is to die for and we loved the tour of the... read more


"SOUTH CAROLINAS FINEST" 10/28/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

Truly an enjoyable Southern getaway experience. Katherine and Bruce,Innkeepers provided a welcome filled with grace and charm. The accomodations were elegant, comfortable, and quiet. The chocolate Biscuits were a pleasant surprise. I recommend... read more


"October 27, 2007" 10/27/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

This is what the South is all about! We had a lovely time and look forward to another visit. Thanks so much!

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"A great place to stay" 10/23/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

Everything was great from our arrival to our departure. This was our first time at a BandB and we are sold on them. Bruce and katherine are great host. Mel & Pat Harris

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"What a delight!" 10/23/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

We truly felt like pampered guests in your gorgeous home! Food was fabulous & you thought of every creature comfort we could imagine! Just wish there was more room in the bathroom, but understand that space is limited. read more


"A Charming Southern Treat" 10/22/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

As always, the hospitality was impeccable. Do not forget the biscuits and chocolate gravy, yum.

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"The wonderful, historic Bloomsbury Inn" 10/21/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

The Bloomsbury Inn is beautiful. The food was fabulous, and Bruce and Katherine were wonderful hosts.

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"09/07" 10/17/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

This property exceeded my expectations.

Innkeeper Response
Good morning - we continually strive to ensure the guests of Bloomsbury LLC arrive as guests and depart as friends. If you have any specific suggestions on the rooms, dining, or value, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank you very much for rating us with bedandbreakfast.com, and we hope that your next visit to the area will bring you to Bloomsbury. katherine Bloomsbury LLC 1707 Lyttleton Street Camden SC 29020 803.432.5858 www.bloomsburyinn.com

- katherine Brown (Bloomsbury LLC Owner)

""BLOOMSBURY INN"" 10/16/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

Outstanding hospitality. Beautiful home and wonderful hosts. Looking forward to our next visit.

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"Fantastic" 10/15/2007
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Stayed On: 10/2007

The food and hospitality was much more than we had expected. Can't wait to make a return visit.

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"Bloomsbury Inn." 10/1/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Elegant visit to a fine family home. The conversation at breakfast highlights the lovely physical space and decorations.

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"Beat all my expectations!" 9/28/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Bruce and Katherine were great hosts- very entertaining with interesting history to share. Come hungry because they feed you well!

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"Bloomsbury." 9/28/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

This inn was outstanding!

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"Bloomsbury Inn." 9/28/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

This bed and breakfast was outstanding.

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"Texan becomes a true Southern Belle" 9/24/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Bruce and Katherine brought The South alive. Their hospitality was exceptionally warm. The food far exceeded my expectations and was outstanding. May God Bless Bruce and Katherine and The South!!!!

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"Home away from home." 9/23/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Bruse and Katherine were incredibly attentive and anticipated not only needs but personal suprises that were spot on. These little things that they learn about you during front porch conversations are often reflected the next day in your food,... read more


"Most excellent!" 9/14/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Hospitality was outstanding, accommodation beautiful, knowledge of history. A++

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"Second visit" 9/14/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Second visit. Wonderful surrounding, hosts, and other guests. A special wine tasting was served at our request. Will visit again soon as my husband returns from Bagdad. read more


"Delightful" 9/13/2007
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