| 306 East Delta Street, Jefferson, Texas 75657 |
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Our Rooms Choice bedchambers are offered in two venues. |
Special Notes: LADY BIRD JOHNSON ROOM |
Original master bedchamber--and the favorite of Lady Bird Johnson. The king-sized four poster Queen Rice bed is majestic under the 14-foot ceilings. Enjoy romantic sitting area, browse the library, select a book and relax by the original coal-burning fireplace. Documents from the notorious 1870's "Diamond Bessie" murder trial (Capt. Hector McKay, defense attorney) are displayed. Soak in the claw-footed bath tub, with shower--then peruse some of the historic books in your private library. Friday or Saturday: $149. Sunday-Thursday: $99 with full breakfast OR $69.50 with light breakfast. ![]() |
QUILT ROOM |
This classic bed chamber, with its 14-ft. ceiling, features a king size half canopy bed. Warm hues lend this room an air of dignified serenity--with a sitting area next to the restored fireplace. Handsome quilts and rare antique prints of children and angels grace the room and mantel. Large private bath with tub/shower combination--antique wash stand and marble sink basin. A light and airy room with 9-ft. tall windows. Friday or Saturday: $139. Sunday-Thursday: $89 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. SPINNING ROOM (The Parlours)
| The Spinning Room is furnished with an extravagant, matched bedroom set: a "half-teaster" canopy bed (queen size), a break-down amoire, plus marble-topped dresser and wash stand -- all purchased off Canal Street in New Orleans about 1880. You will be "inspired to greatness" by the rich ambience of the bedchamber, with its sitting area and original coal-burning fireplace. The bathroom (with glass-enclosed shower) provides a private repose. This room is also available as a two bedroom suite. Friday or Saturday: $129. Sunday-Thursday: $89 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. Suite: $159/$119 Sunday-Thursday with full breakfast. ![]() ![]() |
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GARDEN GABLE SUITE This upstairs "gable suite" is a romantic adventure. You can enjoy moonlit evenings on the balcony, overlooking the garden. Morning sunrays sparkling through the priceless stained glass window in the "writers alcove" may inspire you to compose a poem for your sweetheart. Soft moonbeams peeking through large stained glass skylight over the twin "his and her" antique bathtubs -- mean romance is sure to bloom. Sleep like a lullaby on the comfortable queen-sized Eastlake Victorian bed. Then, next morning awaken to the aroma of fresh brewed coffee wafting up the spindled staircase. This luxury suite is both romantic and elegant -- expecially if you believe in and practice "mixed bathing." Guests enjoy looking for the love birds (only one pair) in the documented wallpaper. Friday or Saturday: $149. Sunday-Thursday: $89 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. |
GRAND GABLE SUITE
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Largest and grandest of the upstairs "gable suites," with features a rare 1890 tall pine bed, queen size and flanking wall sconces for bedtime reading. A step-down sitting area, defined by antique railing and curley pine wainscot, is an intimate retreat for quiet reading and social intercourse. Large bath, complemented with stained glass windows, has a glass-enclosed shower and antique marble wash stand. Balcony overlooking the garden is perfect for quiet, romantic interludes. Friday or Saturday: $149. Sunday-Thursday: $99 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. ![]() "A walk through the gardens, across the arched bridge brings you to the Sunday House Victorian Garden Cottage. The Sunday House was built about 1845 and features two rooms, both with live, wood-burning fireplaces. The porch swings invites you to enjoy the garden view and stately pecan trees." ![]() Garden Bridge to Sunday House ![]() Sunday House ![]() AUNT PEARL'S ROOM Walking through the English style "cottage garden" evokes memories of more genteel times. In Aunt Pearl's Room you will recognize comforts and amenities that the original owner would have reserved for special guests. The decor is Victorian, with "cottage rose" wallpaper, a comfortable sitting area by the fireplace. Queen size, solid oak 1890s bed--with private bath and step-in shower. A center-hall parlor beckons for coffee, tea or cool lemonade. Wood-burning fireplace for winter delights. Friday or Saturday: $139 Sunday-Thursday: $89 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. |
RUSTIC KEEPING ROOM |
This bedchamber is rustic, outfitted with period kitchen pieces. The king size oak sleigh bed is a treat. Like days of yore, the large claw footed tub with shower is within the room. You will find the "necessary facilities" in the "in-house" privy (It's a little room made to look like an outhouse). This bedchamber is one-of-a-kind. Wood-burning fireplace to delight winter guests. Friday or Saturday: $139. Sunday-Thursday: $89 with full breakfast or $69.50 with light breakfast. ![]() |
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