Chaska House B&B / Hemingway's cottages

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.

Location

  • Location is best described as:
    • Historic Tours
    • Municipal Airport w/FBO
    • Countryside
    • Small town
  • Nearest major city: Dallas, TX (28 miles South)
  • Directions to property:
    35 minutes (and 100 years) south of Dallas on I35E to Waxahachie exit 401B. See web site for details.
  • Nearest major airport: Dallas, TX (DFW-Dallas-Fort Worth) 45 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    1 Hour from DFW - Call for details.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Luxury Rooms & Suites
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (5 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 235.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 165.00 and $ 235.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 25.00 and $ 50.00
  • Other Accommodations: Cottages
    Hemingway's Cottages are two one-bedroom guest suites fashioned after Ernest Hemingway's home in Key West. Private and secluded and just a few steps from The Chaska House. Both suites offer self-sufficient features including large living/dining areas, galley kitchens, TV/VCR/cable, CD sound systems and private baths with whirlpool tubs and glass showers in each room. On our web site, click on "Hemingway's" for pics & details.

Amenities

In 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
  • Meals

    • A Full Southern breakfast is included with room rate
    • Breakfast is served from: 9:00 am
    • Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
    • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon snacks & refreshments, Non-alcoholic beverage
    • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
    • Our signature dish is Stuffed French Toast Strata
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    Policies

    • No minimum stay required
    • Smoking is allowed in limited areas (Limited to outside verandas and grounds.)
    • We cannot accommodate guest pets
    • Limitations on children staying (Age 9, Limited to Hemingway's Cottage.)
    • No childcare is provided
    • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (BYOB)
    • 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.)
    • Check in time is 3:00 - 6:00 pm and Check out time is 11:00 pm
    • 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.
    • Accepted by the following agencies:
      • Conde Nast Johansens
      • Great Stays of Texas (HAT)
      • Prof. Assoc. of Innkeepers Int'l (PAII)
      • Texas Hotel & Lodging Ass'n. (TH&LA)
      • Chamber of Commerce

    Discounts available:
     10%Active Military 
      Business Rates Available 
     10%Double-Your-Pleasure (2+ rooms)Minimum stay: 2 days

    Innkeepers

    • Innkeeper(s): Louis & Linda Brown
      History, Old House Restoration, Historic Preservation, Reading, Fiction Writing, Story-telling, Horticulture, Aviation, Science & Engineering, Investing.
    • The innkeepers speak: English
    • Pet(s) on the property: none

    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

    Onsite or Nearby Activities

    Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Golfing, Historic Driving/walking Tours, Shopping, Sight-seeing

    Contact Information


    Chaska House B&B / Hemingway's cottages Bed and Breakfast
    Chaska House B&B / Hemingway's cottages
    716 W Main St
    Waxahachie TX 75165-3240
    USA
    Phone: +1-972-937-3390
    Fax: +1-972-937-1780
    Toll-free: +1-800-931-3390
    Innkeeper(s)
    Louis & Linda Brown
    Rates:
    $165 - $235
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    Features

    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

    Type:
    • Cottage Guest Suites
    • Bed and Breakfast

    Details:
    • Architectural style is Rennaissance Revival
    • Built in 1900
    • Opened for business in 1992
    • Restored / Remodeled in 2005
    • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
    • Parking available (Off-street Parking)