South Court Inn
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Welcome to South Court Inn! Spring 2009 was kind to us, just enough rains to keep plants growing and no late frosts and the garden really put on a show for us. We picked this photo not just because of the flower display, but because it also gives a good view of how large the house is. Built in 1875 as a farm house on the front of a 400 acre farm, a major renovation 1938-1940 saw it gain even more rooms, a sun room, the wrap-around porch and a brick veneer. Two parlors combined to make the 15x30 foot living room, the dining room expanded to 18x23 feet and two full baths upstairs made it an exceptionally luxurious house, well ahead of its times. Come visit today and enjoy the gardens and the grand refurbished interiors as part of you elegant getaway here in Luray, in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley...only two hours from Washington but a whole world of less stress and slower paced life away.
This is the Ruby Room. It is elegant and quite Victorian with a unique four post bed and canopy! We've upgraded this, our largest private bathroom with a 6-foot 2-person whirlpool tub, new lighting and décor. There is no shower in this room; just a great big whirlpool tub for the two of you to enjoy! The tub is set in a candlelit nook and invites guests to take a lingering soak before afternoon massages.
The Turquoise Room. This is our largest and most sumptuous bedroom…one especially designed for a special getaway! It features a King size bed and the largest room we offer. Simultaneous 'Couples' massage is available in this room. It is on the main floor as well so there are no stairs to climb and you are always only a few steps from the popular Sun Room along with a variety of snacks and the ever-ready Keurig!
Mary Kennard Room Featuring a King Canopy Bed, Electric Fireplace, Seating Nook and Shower for One...or for Two Very Good Friends!
The Edith Hayes Room Edith Hayes has jumped from the 19th to the 21st century. She now sports a one-person whirlpool tub with shower! That makes this room a must for newlyweds or romantics wanting to celebrate in elegance and style! Imagine moving from the whirlpool tub directly to the massage table for a relaxing in-room massage.
The Susie Hodges Cottage is a delightful country cottage in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley! Make the cottage your's for complete privacy for your next anniversary getaway, honeymoon or birthday celebration. Available for the day, days or week. With a queen bedroom upstairs and twin day-bed downstairs, Susie's Cottage is the ideal destination for couples to relax and unwind for a weekend or a week-long vacation.
This photo shows the 200 feet of lawn between the cottage and the garden pavilion. Guests who choose the cottage enjoy the reverse view from the private patio and pergola at the back of the cottage. Elopement, wedding and vows renewal couples can enjoy the privacy of a separate cottage all day and then join everyone for breakfast in the main house, seen here to the left of the cottage, each morning.
Roses, Godiva chocolate and spa gift box invite you to use the Susie Hodges Cottage whirlpool tub as often and any time you'd like. The 4-room private cottage invites couples wanting total privacy, but still wanting the B&B experience. Choose late breakfast delivered to the cottage or join us in the dining room for breakfast at 9AM daily.
Spring is a great time for elopement and private weddings and vows renewal ceremonies in the garden, or for just a tet-a-tet for the two of you. Daffodils are just breaking the ground right now, but 3,000 will be waving hello by mid-March. Come and enjoy!
SAMPLE MENU Choice of Chilled Fruit Juices and Milks Compote of Fresh Fruits Glace South Court Maple Walnut Sticky Buns Individual Cheese Soufflés a la South Court Toasted Inn-made Sourdough Bread Smoked Bacon Choice of Inn-made Fruit Jams and Butters Sweet Cream Butter Choice of Hot Tea, Chocolate or Coffee
Here it is, just for all of you who are waiting for an "aaaahhhhhhhhh" moment. We don't get much snow here at South Court, but when we do the 200 foot front lawn makes for spectacular shots of the house and 60-foot tall Norwegian and red spruce trees around the house. Times like this give guests plenty of reason to burrow and enjoy each other's company...or the sun porch...or the video library...or the reading library...or to come up with ideas of their own. Check out the Emma Glenn room to help spark some imagination. You will love it...whether looking for a long hot soak in the 6-foot tub or a quiet cuddle in front of the electric fireplace.
View to the East from fire pit
barns and fire pit
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Nightly Rate
$165 - $200
, - Reviews 178
- Rooms 4
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Accepts Gift Cards
Inn's website-
Address
160 South Court Street
Luray, VA 22835-1217
USA - Phone+1-540-843-0980
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We cater to couples! We offer 4 fantastic Victorian bedrooms with king and queen canopy beds, private baths...3 with whirlpool tubs, electric fireplaces, plush robes and more, as well as our South Court Cottage, a private 4-room French Country lovers rendezvous only 50 feet from the main house. Make us your special getaway destination when celebrating marriage, anniversaries and birthdays. Gourmet breakfast and 2-acre garden lot with couple's swings and lawn games round out this modern version of the great Victorian country retreat. Please ask us about our Picnic, Hiking and Relaxation Packages!
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 178 Reviews
4.8 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
Award Winner: 2008 - 2009Award Winner: 2007 - 20085 out of 5Comfortable Luxury
November 24, 2012
My husband and I stayed here for our 1-year wedding anniversary and it was all we could hope for! The Turquoise Room was beautiful and so comfortable and welcoming. The owners were so friendly and offered a great German breakfast...so much food that we had no room for lunch. Little touches here and there, like a wine hour, chocolates everywhere, water, sodas and treats in the room, and the guest names listed on the chalkboard out front made us feel special and welcome during our entire visit.
4.6 out of 5Last minute get-away better than if we'd spent months planning
May 23, 2012
My boyfriend and I decided on a Friday night, after a hard week at work, that we wanted to get out of DC and head down to the Shenandoah Valley for a weekend getaway. We booked South Court Inn for Saturday night and jumped in the car early Saturday morning. This was our first B&B and it was a wonderful experience! Everything was clean, beautifully furnished/ decorated, which Anita did herself. The breakfast was much fancier and high-end than we were expecting. Tom and Anita gave us history lessons on their plate ware, old-time etiquette and drew their menu inspiration from actual historic menus. The descriptions enriched our experience, and maybe even made the food taste better! The room was very nice and the bed was extremely comfortable. We had a great night's sleep! Overall- we really couldn't have planned it any better if we had spent more time.
4.8 out of 5The Susie Hodges Cottage
February 04, 2012
We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. It was the perfect balance of comfort and privacy. The breakfast on both Saturday and Sunday was amazing; I have tried and failed to make the pumpkin spice french toast at home. Tom and Anita went out of their way to make us feel welcome and to make sure our trip was perfect. We decided to try the wine trail, and we had an wonderful time relaxing at the different wineries. We will definitely be staying at the South Court Inn again. We cannot thank Tom and Anita enough for making our first vacation so wonderful!
4.0 out of 5Perfect!
January 10, 2012
I could not have asked for a better place to have my intimate wedding! The staff is great and really personable. They are also very knowledgeable about the house which makes for quite interesting discussions! Make sure you ask about how the basement was put in!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Adelheid and Michael Osmers
Innkeepers Description:
Adelheid will spoil you with a sumptuous breakfast and Mike will talk about airplanes for as long as you can stand it! We hope you'll agree that you had great breakfasts to tell your friends about by the time you leave us.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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German
Resident Pets
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Nightly Rate
$165 - $200
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$165 - $200
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00 PM Check Out: 11:00 AM
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Minimum Stay: 2 Night Stay or 1 NightRomance Package Required on Weekends and Federal Holidays
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Deposit Amount Required: Credit Card Number Required for All Reservations: Actual deposit varies depending on reservation and total cost of package.
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Cancellations: We recognize that circumstances do arise that require you to cancel or reschedule your visit. We observe the following policies associated with rescheduled or cancelled reservations: A. We charge a $105.00 nonrefundable deposit for all elopement, wedding and vows-renewal reservation and for site visits to decide whether you want to be married at South Court. B. We accept cancellations and rescheduling of reservations at no charge to you so long as you request such least 14 days before scheduled arrival. C. If you cancel or rescheduling your reservation with less than 14 advance notice before your scheduled arrival date, we charge you the agreed rate and send you a gift certificate to be used before the end of the calendar of your original reservation. C. If you cancel the same day you are supposed to arrive or fail to appear for your stay, we charge you the full agreed rate and issue you no gift certificate.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: Contact innkeepers to discuss possible reservations
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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Military
Percent Off: 10% -
Multiple Day
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 4 -
Rent the Entire Inn
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 2
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Nightly Rate
$165 - $200
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 178 Reviews
4.8 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
Award Winner: 2008 - 2009Award Winner: 2007 - 20085 out of 5Comfortable Luxury
November 24, 2012
My husband and I stayed here for our 1-year wedding anniversary and it was all we could hope for! The Turquoise Room was beautiful and so comfortable and welcoming. The owners were so friendly and offered a great German breakfast...so much food that we had no room for lunch. Little touches here and there, like a wine hour, chocolates everywhere, water, sodas and treats in the room, and the guest names listed on the chalkboard out front made us feel special and welcome during our entire visit.
4.6 out of 5Last minute get-away better than if we'd spent months planning
May 23, 2012
My boyfriend and I decided on a Friday night, after a hard week at work, that we wanted to get out of DC and head down to the Shenandoah Valley for a weekend getaway. We booked South Court Inn for Saturday night and jumped in the car early Saturday morning. This was our first B&B and it was a wonderful experience! Everything was clean, beautifully furnished/ decorated, which Anita did herself. The breakfast was much fancier and high-end than we were expecting. Tom and Anita gave us history lessons on their plate ware, old-time etiquette and drew their menu inspiration from actual historic menus. The descriptions enriched our experience, and maybe even made the food taste better! The room was very nice and the bed was extremely comfortable. We had a great night's sleep! Overall- we really couldn't have planned it any better if we had spent more time.
4.8 out of 5The Susie Hodges Cottage
February 04, 2012
We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. It was the perfect balance of comfort and privacy. The breakfast on both Saturday and Sunday was amazing; I have tried and failed to make the pumpkin spice french toast at home. Tom and Anita went out of their way to make us feel welcome and to make sure our trip was perfect. We decided to try the wine trail, and we had an wonderful time relaxing at the different wineries. We will definitely be staying at the South Court Inn again. We cannot thank Tom and Anita enough for making our first vacation so wonderful!
4.0 out of 5Perfect!
January 10, 2012
I could not have asked for a better place to have my intimate wedding! The staff is great and really personable. They are also very knowledgeable about the house which makes for quite interesting discussions! Make sure you ask about how the basement was put in!
4.0 out of 5Awesome
December 22, 2011
We got married here 12-18-2011. Everything was awesome. The innkeepers, the room and the ceremony. We were extremely comfortable and couldn't have asked for more. We will definitely be back every year for our anniversary.
5 out of 5Thanksgiving in Shenandoah Valley
December 02, 2011
Superb quality in all aspects. Quality food, comforts, setting, and hospitality. Definitely our destination when back in this area. Close to local activities and in a safe, peaceful setting. The hosts are experts innkeepers; they provide great value for guests.
4.8 out of 5Perfect Thanksgiving Getaway
November 28, 2011
Tom and Anita are fabulous hosts. The room was comfortable. A welcome snack basket and mini fridge with sodas and water were nice perks we've not experienced before. Meals were FABULOUS -- looked great, tasted great, and were unique. The Thanksgiving package included dinner at the Mimslyn Inn in Luray. It was a delicious dining experience. Tom even made us pumpkin pie and yummy apple pastries for our second dessert! Great coffee to drink with the BEST PUMPKIN FRENCH TOAST made with croissants. Every course, from fruit to dessert, was what I would expect from a fine dining establishment. Tom and Anita have all the bases covered for a marvelous B and B experience. We've been going to B and B's for 10+ years for birthdays and anniversary, and South Court Inn with Tom and Anita Potts rates in the top 3 of all times.
5 out of 5bilyard wedding
November 23, 2011
It was a wonderful weekend...great room, great food, great service...Mr. and Mrs. Potts always there when needed...
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Location
Location Type
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Countryside
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Mountains
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Small town
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Wine country
City - Washington
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Distance to city: 90 miles
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Directions to property:
From the Capitol Beltway, take Interstate 66 West across the Shenandoah River. After you cross the river, take the NEXT exit for Front Royal (Rt. 340.) Turn left onto RT 340 South and continue through Front Royal. Continue about 25 miles on RT 340 until you reach Luray. Do not turn off onto RT 340/RT 211 Bypass outside Luray. At the first stop light in Luray (Main Street) turn right. Go across the bridge to the top of the hill. Turn left onto South Court Street. Continue on South Court Street until you see the sign for the Inn on right. CONTINUE UNTIL YOU COMPLETELY PASS THE SIGN THAT READS "SOUTH COURT INN" and then turn into our paved drive way where the stone wall meets the sidewalk. Private off-street parking is on the right in front of the mail box as you proceed up the drive way.
Airport
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Washington DC, DC (IAD-Dulles) 90 miles
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Directions to property:
Departing Dulles Airport parking, take the Dulles Toll Road East. Almost immediately, exit the Toll Road onto RT 28 South toward Mannassas, Virginia. Continue on RT 28 South for approximately 15 miles. Watch for signs indicating exits for Interstate 66. Take the exit for Interstate 66 WEST. Continue on I-66 WEST (approximately 40 miles) across the Shenandoah River. After you cross the river, take the NEXT exit. It is marked Front Royal (Rt. 340.) Turn left onto RT 340 SOUTH and continue through Front Royal. Continue about 25 miles on RT 340 until you reach Luray. Do not turn off onto RT 340/RT 211 Bypass outside Luray. At the first stop light in Luray (Main Street) turn right. Go across the bridge to the top of the hill. At the top of the hill, turn left onto South Court Street. Continue on South Court Street until you see the sign for the Inn on right. CONTINUE UNTIL YOU COMPLETELY PASS THE SIGN THAT READS "SOUTH COURT INN" and then turn into our paved drive way where the stone wall meets the sidewalk. Private off-street parking is on the right in front of the mail box as you proceed up the drive way.
Area Attractions
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Amusement Park
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Movie Theater
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Llama Trecking
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Hiking/Camping
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Bicycle Riding
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Horseback Riding
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Rock Climbing
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Ski area
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle riding trails
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Horseshoes
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Relaxation
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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2-Acre Garden
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Bicycle friendly
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Quiet In-Town Location
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Value Priced Packages
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Wheel-chair friendly South Court Cottage
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Antiques/decor
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Gourmet food
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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Air conditioning
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BBQ grill
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Board games
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Ceiling fans
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Copier
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In-room internet
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Fax Machine
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Library
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Telephone
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Wedding Facilities
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Wet bar
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Wi-Fi
Guest room(s)
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Alarm clock
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Amenities Basket
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Bath robes
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CD player
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Microwave
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Turndown Service
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VCR
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Videos
Other
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Private Off-Street Parking
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Garden Picnic area
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Vows Renewal Services
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Elopement/Marriage by Innkeeper
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Reservations and Tickets Service
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Day-trip Planning
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 8:30 AM
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Serving Location: cottage,Dining Room
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Dessert
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Fruit
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
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Wine/Cheese Plate
Signature Dish
Eggs "South Court"
A great egg and cheese dish that Adelheid made up...you'll have to visit to get it!Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
Additional food services
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Complementary in-room morning coffee
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In Room Snacks and Beverages
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Sunroom Snacks and Keurig coffee maker
Recipes
Breakfast-Brunch
Lemon Belgian Waffles
Serves: 6
Prep time: 30 minutesQuick and Easy Baked Vanilla Croissant French Toast
Serves: 6
Prep time: 20 minutesQuick and Easy Poached Pears with Walnut Caramel Sauce
Serves: 6
Prep time: 15 minutesSauce
South Court Inn Fresh Berry Syrup
Serves: 6
Prep time: 30 -
Contact The Innkeeper
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