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Chaska House B&B / Hemingway's cottages
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  • Inn Details

    Classic architecture, period antiques, old fashioned wrap-around verandas, and tree-shaded grounds. The Chaska House celebrates the romantic turn-of-the-century Revival style and attitude. Guests enjoy large bedrooms and suites with private baths, spacious common areas, facinating collections, and an elegant breakfst served in the formal dining room.

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    History, Old House Restoration, Historic Preservation, Reading, Fiction Writing, Story-telling, Horticulture, Aviation, Science & Engineering, Investing.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: none

    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Special Events Facility

    • Wedding/Recept. Facility

    • Wyatt Mansion for Grand Parties

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Copier

    • Library

    • Piano

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

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    Nightly Rate

    $165 - $235

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

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

    • Deposit amount required: Valid Credit Card No., Cash or Check in amount of one night's rate. Multi-room, multi-night stay requires 1/2 of total room charge.

    • Cancellations: Notice of cancellation must be received at least 5 days prior to the scheduled arrival date. Cancellations without minimum notice will be charged unless room(s) are rebooked.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: BYOB

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: Age 9, Limited to Hemingway's Cottage.

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Active Military
      Percent off: 10%

    • Business Rates Available

    • Double-Your-Pleasure (2+ rooms)
      Percent off: 10% Days required: 2

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full Southern

    • Time Served: 9:00 am

    • Serving location: Breakfast/dining area

    Complimentary Perks

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Stuffed French Toast Strata
    Sinful

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    Additional food services

    • Afternoon snacks & refreshments

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  • Location Type

    • Historic Tours

    • Municipal Airport w/FBO

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    City

    • Dallas

    • Distance to city: 28 miles

    • Directions to property:
      35 minutes (and 100 years) south of Dallas on I35E to Waxahachie exit 401B. See web site for details.

    Airport

    • Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      1 Hour from DFW - Call for details.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Bethlehem Revisited (Dec)

    • Christmas Home Tour (Nov-Dec)

    • Crape Myrtle Fest. (Jul)

    • Gingerbread Trail (Jun)

    • Screams Halloween Theme Park (weekends in Oct.)

    • Scarborough Faire (May-Jun)

    • Outlet Stores

    • Religious Services

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Golfing

    • Historic Driving/walking Tours

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

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    Heaven on earth!!!,

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    Louis and Linda were so warm and funny! I really enjoyed the whole experience. It was very peaceful. I will be back. I can't wait!

    Superb establishment

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    This is the eighth time we've been and it just keeps on being the best getaway spot we've ever experienced. the rooms are fantastic and the owner's are amazing. we love to come and do a little shopping in town, but the best part is the relaxing and friendly atmospher developed at the Chaska House. Thank you as always for a wonderful time.

    Great stay!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    My wife and I stayed at the Chaska B&B for our 6th anniversary. The Brown's are great hosts and tell a great story about their coming to own the property as well as their family history. Waxahachie is a nice city that's out of the way of DFW to get away to. Louis makes some killer breakfast, so get ready! Also, if you are looking for a nice setting for a wedding or social in Waxahachie, Louis & Linda have another venue dedicated for this. My wife and I were married in Waxahachie as well, so staying there was a nice trip down memory lane. Sincerely, Ben & Erin Alvarez

    Old World Charm with Modern Amenities

    About the reviewer

    • 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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    We just spent a delightful weekend at the Chaska House B&B in Waxahachie, Texas. Each room is named for an author (Mark Twain, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Teddy Roosevelt, Shakespeare) and decorated in the era of the author. The upstairs landing includes a small common sitting area and an antique buffet holds coffee and soft drinks. We stayed in the Teddy Roosevelt room. It was very large for a B&B room with an expansive sitting area including a flat screen TV and DVD. The owners have managed to combine the charm and elegance of a bygone era with the modern conveniences most travelers expect. The Roosevelt room included carpet in an antique pattern but with extra thick padding. The lighting in the room included overhead potlights as well as antique lamps. The large ensuite bathroom had an old fashioned claw-footed tub, but also had a shower for two, a hair dryer and a lighted makeup mirror. And, the antique reproduction bed with a beautifully carved eagle on the headboard and footboard was king size. The owners, Louis and Linda Brown, are delightful people and enjoy visiting with their guests without being intrusive. Breakfast was delicious. Louis and Linda joined us to share information about the history of the home and the area. They are very knowledgeable and we enjoyed visiting with them. In fact, as we checked out we spent 45 minutes in conversation about various subjects. This is a delightful place for a weekend getaway and is well suited to couples of all ages. Vickie & Dan

    Simply Grand

    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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    Our stay in the Gatsby room, upstairs in the main house, was a great experience. Quiet, peaceful and elegant. This is a beautiful, old home, much like many of the homes in Waxahachie. What makes this one better than the others (including the other B&Bs!) is the sincere and genuine hospitality of its hosts, Louis and Linda. What a lovely visit it was! We are so looking forward to the next time we can be there.

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