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  • The Woldert-Spence Manor is Tyler's oldest B&B, a fully-restored Victorian home. Guests can enjoy the balcony and front porch, overlooking our lush front yard in Tyler's historic downtown district.

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  • Inn Details

    We are Tyler's oldest B&B, and the closest lodging facility to historic downtown Tyler. An 1859 Tyler Historic Landmark, the Manor is a restored Queen Anne Victorian home. The house is set back on a large corner lot surrounded by brick streets and many mature shade trees. There is a covered jacuzzi in the relaxing Rear Garden along with a gazebo, wishing well, and large back deck. The main house has original oak and heart-of-pine wood floors, wood moulding, and gorgeous stained-glass windows. All 7 rooms have private baths, some featuring claw-foot tubs. Additional features in some rooms include king or queen-size beds, fireplaces, private balconies or porches. Two of the rooms are private carriage houses for that home-away-from-home feeling. A delicious full country breakfast is served daily on china, crystal and silver in the formal dining room. The Woldert-Spence Manor is perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, or any special occasion! Also ask about our whole house rate for family reunions, retreats or group getaways. We are just minutes from many attractions including Tyler's Rose Garden, fine dining, antique stores, Tyler State Park, and more. There is something for everyone to enjoy while in Tyler! Visit our web site for a sampling of current area events to enjoy during your stay.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Shonda strives to make you feel at home in this lovely restored historic bed and breakfast. She looks forward to making every stay a special one!

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • "Architectural Gem" - Dallas Morning News

    • "Real Asset to Tyler" - Texas Travel Industry

    • "Romantic Get-a-way" - Yahoo Travel 5-star

    • Featured in Southern Living Magazine

    • Featured on KLTV (ABC) "Pride of East Texas"

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Economical rates

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • Fax Machine

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Private entrance

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • High-Speed Wireless Internet

    • balconies, decks, porches

    • Tyler's oldest Bed & Breakfast Inn

    • Tyler Historic Landmark

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  • Romance Packages

    8/15/2008 - 12/31/2015

    Delight your senses and fall in love all over again! One dozen beautiful roses arranged in a vase alongside one pound of mouth-watering gourmet chocolates. Champagne chilled in our silver ice bucket, served with our crystal glasses. Romantic music playing in the background as you arrive, with mood lighting provided by our flickering flameless candles. Add this package to any stay for just $80!

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  • Alma Mary & Robert Spence

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$129

    William Woldert Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$119

    Elizabeth Spence Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $129/$129

    Richard McLeroy Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$99

    Robert Spence Jr Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $119/$119

    The Sunroom

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $99/$99

    Rockway Carriage House

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

    Mockingbird Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      2 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$139

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 PM    Check out: 11:00 AM

    • Deposit amount required: Reservation guaranteed by credit card. Unsecured reservations cannot be guaranteed. Full payment not due until check-out.

    • Cancellations: Due to the small size of our inn, cancellations do affect us significantly. Therefore, we normally adhere to the following cancellation policy: Deposits/Balances can only be refunded if cancellation notice is received more than ten days from the date of arrival (or 21 days on group reservations), unless we are able to rebook the room(s). A $20.00 process fee may be charged for each and any cancellation.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Water, tea, and soda provided (BYOB liquor)

    • Drinks available: L

    • Children allowed: Younger children allowed only in the Mockingbird Cottage

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Long-term stay(s)
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 7

    • State of Texas business (weekday only)
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 1

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full Country Breakfast

    • Time Served: 7:00-9:30 A.M.

    • Serving location: Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Very Berry Buckle
    Treat yourself to dessert for breakfast with our scrumptious Very Berry Buckle, made with seasonal local berries! It's delicious by itself or topped with our homemade cinnamon sugar whipped cream!

    Special meal options

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • coffee and tea

    • home baked cookies

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Granny's Sour Cream Coffee Cake
    Serves: 16
    Prep time: 80 min

    Very Berry Buckle
    Serves: 15
    Prep time: 1 hour

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  • Location Type

    • Downtown within walking distance

    • Short drive to local airport

    • YMCA across the street

    • near Caldwell Zoo

    • near Tyler Rose Garden

    • near Tyler State Park

    • City

    • Downtown

    City

    • Dallas

    • Distance to city: 99 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From I-20 take Hwy 69 South to Tyler (6.8 miles) to Loop 323; take right turn on Loop 323 to Hwy 31 (also Front Street), at Hwy 31 take left (headed towards downtown) or eastbound to Vine St; take left on Vine. We are just one block up on your right. Please park & enter from the rear of the property. You will see a sign "Woldert-Spence Manor Parking Only." Welcome!

    Airport

    • Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth) 115 miles

    • Directions to property:
      The Tyler Pounds Regional Airport is just 15 minutes from the Manor, or about 9 miles. D/FW Airport is about a 1 1/2 - 2 hour drive.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Discovery Science Place

    • Historic Aviation Museum & Tyler Museum of Art

    • Historic Goodman Home & Museum

    • Tiger Creek Wildlife Rescue

    • Tyler Rose Gardens and Museum

    • Caldwell Zoo / Tyler State Park

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Azalea and Spring Flower Trails

    • Festival on the Square (Live entertainment)

    • Texas Rose Festival

    • Tyler Civic Theatre / Tyler Civic Ballet

    • Canton 1st Monday Trade Days

    • East Texas Symphony

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Tennis racket rental

    • Water sports

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    What a Pleasure

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    My first trip to Tyler and this location made it a great memory. The house was very relaxing and nice to stay in. Slept great and really enjoyed the breakfast in the morning and enjoyable conversation. This falls into my "Try something new" area and we were glad we did.

    Tyler 01/2012

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    All I expected and more. Innkeeper friendly and knowledgeable. Great Breakfast.

    Memorable Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Shonda helped us make a great memory at Christmas. She attended to the smallest of details. It is fun to stay at a B & B with such a nice Innkeeper.

    Unexpected trip

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    We made an unexpected quick trip to the Tyler area and decided to stay at the Woldert Spence B&B. It was an excellent decision. The stay was relaxing and enjoyable. The breakfast was delicious and timely, and the socializing with the innkeeper was enjoyable and informative with local information on area events and sights. Will be doing it again.

    Wonderful rooms and delicious breakfasts!!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

    • Overall 
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    • Dining 

    We loved our beatiful cottage room stocked with everything we needed and the fabulous breakfasts and wonderful hostess made our stay very special!

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