Hines Mansion Luxury Bed & Breakfast

Description:

• Built in 1895 for mining and real-estate magnate Russell Spencer Hines, this Victorian-style mansion is a true gem, and makes a wonderful spot to celebrate a special occasion or to simply relax and soak up some historic charm. Innkeepers Sandy and John Rowe have retained the mansion's historical ambience and integrity, while adding all the modern touches you'd expect and more. Every guest room is unique, but each has 1890s decor, a queen- or king-size bed, antique and reproduction furnishings, a TV with VCR, robes, and a two-person whirlpool tub plus a separate private bathroom. The Penthouse, which occupies the entire top floor of the mansion, boasts a comfortable king bed, a 46-inch TV with VCR, and spectacular views of the city and nearby mountains through huge oval windows from the two-person whirlpool tub.

  Fresh-baked cookies and fresh fruit are served each evening, and complimentary sparkling pear cider is placed in each room. The delightful breakfasts feature fruit, yogurt, and a hot gourmet dish such as baked egg puffs or pecan pancakes. Smoking is not permitted.

• © Frommer's 2013

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Highly Recommended 2010