Wise Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn
Located within walking distance of shops and attractions, WISE MANOR is one of the oldest BED & BREAKFAST homes in HISTORIC JEFFERSON, TEXAS. Built in 1851 on the ferry road into pre-CIVIL WAR JEFFERSON, the home has been in the WISE family since 1908. JACOB & ERNESTINE STERNE, early Jefferson postmasters were distinguished residents. GENERAL BUELL was a guest during the RECONSTRUCION ERA. WISE MANOR was lovingly restored by KATHEREINE RAMSAY WISE, Jefferson's town HISTORIAN. Furnished in VICTORIAN era ANTIQUES and family HEIRLOOMS, WISE MANOR reminds us of a time when life was simpler and entertaining was gracious.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Big Cypress River
- Caddo Lake
- Lake 'o the Pines
- Small town
- Nearest major city: Dallas, TX (145 miles I-20)
- Directions to property:
From I-20 at the Marshall/Carthage exit, take Hwy 59 north to Jefferson. (Jefferson is 17 miles north of Marshall from the Interstate.) Continue past the County Road 2208 intersection, cross the Big Cypress Bayou Bridge and watch for the sign "Historic Jefferson Riverfront District." Turn right on E. Jefferson Street. (If you pass the Inn of Jefferson motel, you¿ve gone too far.) Turn right on Line Street which is just beyond the park/playground. Follow Line Street to the water tower. The street on the left of the tower is Houston Street. We're at 312 Houston Street and we'll have the light on for you! - Nearest major airport: Shreveport, LA (SHV) 35 miles
- Directions from airport:
From I-20 at the Marshall/Carthage exit, take Hwy 59 north to Jefferson. (Jefferson is 17 miles north of Marshall from the Interstate.) Continue past the County Road 2208 intersection, cross the Big Cypress Bayou Bridge and watch for the sign "Historic Jefferson Riverfront District." Turn right on E. Jefferson Street. (If you pass the Inn of Jefferson motel, you¿ve gone too far.) Turn right on Line Street which is just beyond the park/playground. Follow Line Street to the water tower. The street on the left of the tower is Houston Street. We're at 312 Houston Street and we'll have the light on for you! - Meeting places:
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms and suite
- There are 3 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 129.00 and $ 159.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 129.00 and $ 159.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 25.00
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Amenities Basket | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| Hairdryer | Library |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Turndown Service | VCR |
| Videos | |
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| On Site | |
| Fireplace | Private entrance |
| Washer/dryer | |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Antique furnishings | Bedside Chocolates |
| Claw foot tub | Resident cat |
| Emerson electric oscillating fans | Beer/Wine/Margaritas available |
Meals
- A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 9:00 a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
- Our signature dish is Bananas Praline:
A delightful concoction reminiscent of Bananas Foster served at Antoine's in New Orleans.
Policies
- No minimum stay required
- Smoking is allowed in limited areas
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Well-behaved children only, please.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (1st night's lodging in advance or secure your reservation with your Visa or MasterCard.)
- Check in time is 3:00 p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
- Cancellations:
$25 anytime cancellation fee. Please plan carefully.
Cancellations within 7 days of arrival will be charged full room rate unless room can be re-booked for those dates. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Historic Jefferson Foundation
- Jefferson Bed & Bed Association
- Jefferson Historical Society and Museum
- Jefferson Salutes America
- Texas Historic Landmark
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:| | 10% | Most weeknights (Sunday-Thursday) | Minimum stay: 3 days |
Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Susan Wise
Our interests include local history, genealogy, books, movies, antiques and crafts shows, flea markets, travel.
Our sweet Moses, the cat, went to cat Heaven on February 15, 2007. - The innkeepers speak: English
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Casino, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Horse-drawn carriage rides, Pottery factory, River boat rides, Historic Carnegie Library, Historic home tours, Annual Mardi Gras, Performing Theater, Religious Services, River
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fishing, Golfing, Horseback riding, Hunting, Fine dining, Museums, Antiques, History, Read, Shop, Carriage Rides, Steam Train, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Water sports