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  • Blossom Bedroom in the Main House
    Whimsy Bedroom in the Main House
    Kitchenette and Sitting Room in the Dollhouse
    The main house

    • Address 353 North 8th Street
      Laramie, WY 82072
      USA
    • Phone+1-307-742-0870
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    Our inn arose from a shabby rental property a half block from the UW campus, a great source of cultural events. The interior architecture of the home and the cottage is fairly detailed but not stuffy and (according to guests) is warm and welcoming. We only offer three rooms because we prefer more involvement with fewer guests-quality over quantity. Our facility includes a well-equipped game room with pool, ping pong, foosball, air hockey, darts, and a fine piano.

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 11 Reviews

    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Mad Carpentter Inn

    April 16, 2012

    This is a delightful place to stay! I have stayed many times in the Doll House and love it! I have stayed in many bed and breakfast places and this in at the top of my list. Great breakfast and conversation with the owners! KC Brigham City UT

    5 out of 5
     

    A true GEM!

    August 04, 2011

    We stayed at Mad Carpenter the last week of July while we visited Cheyenne and Frontier Days. We chose to stay there because it was less expensive than regular hotels and offered more - and it looked so darned cute! The drive from Denver was about 2.5 hours, from Cheyenne, an EASY 45 minutes or so. Danny and Lawrence could not have been more gracious, more fun, or any nicer. The rooms were immaculate and cute - the pictures don't do justice. Our hosts we accommodating - whatever we needed they would have helped us with. They are experts on the area and are wonderful cooks. The breakfasts were SO fabulous! I would recommend staying here prior to any other place I saw in the area. It is in a residential area, but Laramie is small enough that shopping and restaurants are an easy drive or walk away. There is hiking and horseback riding within 30 to 60 minutes drive. Seriously - stay here if you can!!!!!! Nancy

    5 out of 5
     

    An Oasis of Hospitality

    July 13, 2011

    Some B&B’s are just that: a bed and a breakfast, sometimes little more than a motel style continental breakfast. The Mad Carpenter, however, provides that extra something that we all crave. From the moment yous tep through the door, an air of ambiance welcomes you. Beautiful woodwork and trim details, cleanliness fit for the Queen of England, and every convenience you might desire await your visit. The linens are both satiny and lush. The rooms are cozy and exquisitely appointed, with everything from bathrobes to wi-fi and books about the area. The bathroom is even more accommodating with every imaginable toiletry. If you ran away from home empty-handed, this would be the place to run to. Family-style breakfasts are served with freshly ground coffee and homemade temptations like berry cobbler and apple-walnut waffles, in addition to healthy standards like fresh fruit, cereal, and toast. But the best part of breakfast is conversation with proprietors, Danny & Lawrence, and their guests. The Mad Carpenter is truly an oasis of hospitality in a mad world.

    5 out of 5
     

    A welcoming place

    July 10, 2011

    We have stayed with Lawrence and Danny many times and enjoy every stay, since they make you feel totally comfortable. The game room is a wonderful place to entertain, especially if you have a student at the university. The breakfasts are filling and enjoyable. It is so nice to have a place to stay that my daughter and friends are welcome. The Mad Carpenter has set the standard that we compare other B & B's that we visit.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Lawrence and Danny Rue Thomas

    Innkeepers Description:

    We like to entertain guests in our home. We don't mind traveling, but we're homebodies. We like to garden inside and out. We are both readers and one of us likes to write. One of us likes to cook and one likes the woodshop. You guess who.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

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    Fish Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $85 - $115

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3 pm    Check Out: 11 am

    • Cancellations: If we are notified 48 hours before 3 pm check in, there will be no charge. Otherwise, charge will stand.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: No

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 11 Reviews

    4.8 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Mad Carpentter Inn

    April 16, 2012

    This is a delightful place to stay! I have stayed many times in the Doll House and love it! I have stayed in many bed and breakfast places and this in at the top of my list. Great breakfast and conversation with the owners! KC Brigham City UT

    5 out of 5
     

    A true GEM!

    August 04, 2011

    We stayed at Mad Carpenter the last week of July while we visited Cheyenne and Frontier Days. We chose to stay there because it was less expensive than regular hotels and offered more - and it looked so darned cute! The drive from Denver was about 2.5 hours, from Cheyenne, an EASY 45 minutes or so. Danny and Lawrence could not have been more gracious, more fun, or any nicer. The rooms were immaculate and cute - the pictures don't do justice. Our hosts we accommodating - whatever we needed they would have helped us with. They are experts on the area and are wonderful cooks. The breakfasts were SO fabulous! I would recommend staying here prior to any other place I saw in the area. It is in a residential area, but Laramie is small enough that shopping and restaurants are an easy drive or walk away. There is hiking and horseback riding within 30 to 60 minutes drive. Seriously - stay here if you can!!!!!! Nancy

    5 out of 5
     

    An Oasis of Hospitality

    July 13, 2011

    Some B&B’s are just that: a bed and a breakfast, sometimes little more than a motel style continental breakfast. The Mad Carpenter, however, provides that extra something that we all crave. From the moment yous tep through the door, an air of ambiance welcomes you. Beautiful woodwork and trim details, cleanliness fit for the Queen of England, and every convenience you might desire await your visit. The linens are both satiny and lush. The rooms are cozy and exquisitely appointed, with everything from bathrobes to wi-fi and books about the area. The bathroom is even more accommodating with every imaginable toiletry. If you ran away from home empty-handed, this would be the place to run to. Family-style breakfasts are served with freshly ground coffee and homemade temptations like berry cobbler and apple-walnut waffles, in addition to healthy standards like fresh fruit, cereal, and toast. But the best part of breakfast is conversation with proprietors, Danny & Lawrence, and their guests. The Mad Carpenter is truly an oasis of hospitality in a mad world.

    5 out of 5
     

    A welcoming place

    July 10, 2011

    We have stayed with Lawrence and Danny many times and enjoy every stay, since they make you feel totally comfortable. The game room is a wonderful place to entertain, especially if you have a student at the university. The breakfasts are filling and enjoyable. It is so nice to have a place to stay that my daughter and friends are welcome. The Mad Carpenter has set the standard that we compare other B & B's that we visit.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Nice place in a nice town

    June 01, 2010

    My sister and I stayed in the Dollhouse. It was very comfortable. Breakfast in the main house was wonderful! And the carpenter isn't really mad - maybe just a little shy! If ever I'm in Laramie again, I'll stay there!

    5 out of 5
     

    great B&B

    August 14, 2009

    We were delighted to find such an excellent B&B in Laramie. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated. there is a nice sitting area with good books on local history and activities. most impressive of all was the outstanding breakfast. Pleasant to stroll through the nearby U of Wyoming campus

    5 out of 5
     

    Better than home

    August 04, 2009

    The house is located in a residential area directly adjacent to the University of Wyoming and a short walk from Laramie's small downtown area (which is very nice). The house is a restoration of a roughly 100 year old home. The work, done by a master carpenter, is almost beyond belief and is of the highest quality. The room was small, but very comfortable and the private bathroom was adjacent. The mad carpenter and his wife are wonderful people and made us feel thoroughly at home. The breakfasts were first rate- we asked for recipes; they are not only delicious but are also well suited for the health conscious traveler. I recommend this B&B to anyone traveling to Laramie, but especially persons visiting the University.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Welcoming and Friendly

    February 06, 2009

    I regularly stay with Danny Rue and Lawrence when I am doing business in the Laramie area. A real home from home stay, with a little self indulgence thrown in!


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  • Location Type

    • Block from University of Wyoming

    • Suburban

    City - Denver

    • Distance to city: 150 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From the east, take Grand Avenue exit through town to 9th, turn right (north) and proceed four blocks to Clark St., turn left (west) one block to NE corner of 8th and Clark. From the south (Hwy. 287) take 3rd St. to Clark, turn right (east) to 8th St. From the west take Snowy Range Road exit east into town over the overpass to 8th St.

    Airport

    • Cheyenne, WY (CYS) 45 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Same as directions above from the east.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Ski area

    • Pool, Ping-Pong, Foosball, Air Hockey, Darts

    • Board Games, Piano

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    On-site

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Piano

    Guest room(s)

    • Alarm clock

    • Ceiling fans

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • DVD Player

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Videos

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: Continental Plus

    • Time Served: Guest Choice of Time

    • Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area

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