Americus Garden Inn

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“where history meets romance…”

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Dream of Spring at the Americus Garden Inn
Article by LEILA BARRETT CASE
The Americus Times-Recorder, Spring 2004

You get more than a room and breakfast at Americus Garden Inn. A warm and inviting atmosphere reigns supreme at this home away from home located at 504 Rees Park in the heart of Americus' historic district. In fact, innkeepers Kim and Susan Egelseer make guests feel so welcome and comfortable with their pampered touches that they leave feeling like they've been to "grandma's" house for a visit instead of a bed and breakfast inn.

But what else does this romantic antebellum house built in 1847 turned bed and breakfast offer? And what makes the travelers' stay there extraordinary and different?  [ More ]

THOUGHTS FROM OUR GUESTS
Below are some of our recent guest comments.  For a more detailed history, go to www.tripadvisor.com.

August 11, 2007  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Phenix City)
"Romantic and Relaxing" My husband and I wanted a romantic getaway from our busy lives. We found it at Americus Garden Inn. We were truly treated special from the time we drove up. Susan gave us a tour and let us know of the sites we might want to visit. My husband loves things about the civil war so ended up going to Andersonville Civil War Village and visiting several museums. The Garden Inn is a beatiful house with nice rooms. Our room the Veranda had king size bed and huge tub. It had entrance to the room from porch which we sat outside on big rockers at night. The bed was so comfortable. We had 3 courses for breakfast and it was delicious. Susan is the best cook and I had the best breakfast of my life. I will be staying at this Inn again on my anniversary.

August 2007  (Reviewer: A BedandBreakfast.com User)
"Most Pleasurable Stay at the Inn" We have been staying in Inns and Bed and Breakfasts for 30 years, and the Americus Garden Inn ranks among the best. The sleeping accommodations were well appointed, clean and crisp; the bathroom was impeccably clean; the breakfast was sumptuous and our private evening was relaxing but enjoyable with the opportunity to have hot chocolate and homemade biscotti while playing Trivial Pursuit. Susan and Kim were wonderful hosts.

April 16, 2007  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Oregon)
"Incredibly Relaxing" We just returned from Americus and a 8 day stay at the Americus Garden Inn. The town, while very much damaged by the tornado, is managing. The purpose of our trip was to explore my family genealogy. Days were spent driving to and from small towns and libraries. The Americus Garden Inn was like coming home ever day. We stayed in the Veranda room and it was spacious and comfortable. The bed was divine. In our experience b&bs can be noisy. Not so here - very quiet. The hosts are superlative, so good natured and informative AND then there are the breakfasts -- beyond scrumptious. We loved one of the quiches Susan made so lo and behold on our last day she made it specially for us. YUMMY!!! The Inn is very much a respite and anyone wanting a break should make a reservation ASAP.

February 21, 2007  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Jacksonville, FL)
"Better Than Excellent" Excellent does not adequately describe the facility, hospitality and value of Americus Garden Inn. Surely, this is one of the very best B & Bs in the nation. Our hosts, Kim and Susan, welcomed us into their historic home (built in 1847) with a warmth and graciousness befitting family. The large, comfortable rooms were spotless and well furnished, and breakfasts exceeded our expectations. Susan is a grandma trained, gourmet cook; you will not leave the table unsatisfied. The surrounding area of Americus, Plains and Andersonville afford visitors to the area a variety of activities but Americus Garden Inn made our weekend visit most memorable.

October 26, 2006  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Oveido, FL)
"Plains and Andersonville" Our stay was awesome and a great battery re-charger. Outrageously delicious, healthy and filling breakfasts were an unbelievable start to sight seeing days. Then incredibly warm colors and cozy decor gave way to relaxing baths and restful nights. After our anniversary dinner, we talked about whether we would read, watch TV, sleep or "other" when we got "home". It didn't feel like a B&B - and we have been to many!!!!!!! It felt like home and I think our hosts should be thanked appropriately. There was no detail overlooked and we look forward to going back.

July 25, 2006  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Meigs, Georgia)
"Loved my birthday at Americus Garden Inn" My husband took me away for my birthday. He surprised me by taking me to the Americus Garden Inn. It was absolutely wonderful!
What a romantic getaway. The Inn is lovely, the breakfast superb, and the innkeepers made us feel very welcome and comfortable.
We stayed in the Veranda Room, which was beautiful! It had a big bay window looking out across the garden. We loved the fish pond. The innkeepers were so friendly and we had a wonderful time visiting with them.

June 2, 2006  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Columbus Ohio)
"Awesome Retreat after a long days work" I was working at a hospital in Columbus, Georgia and decided to drive the extra hour to stay at my favorite Bed and Breakfast. I have stayed at Americus numerous times because of the wonderful Innkeepers Susan and Kim. Susan and Kim make my visits very enjoyable and their hospitality is outstanding. I stay in hotels every week all year round, and I look forward to the time that I can be in Americus to spend my evenings in a beautifully decorated room, very comfortable living quarters, a lovely covered porch where you can relax and enjoy the birds singing, and the best breakfasts in the world. Susan gets the morning started with a beautiful display of fruits and muffins, and tops off the rest of the meal with her out of this world pancakes and quiches. The Inn is top notch and would make anyone who stays here once return for a second or third visit. Thank you Susan and Kim for making my week very pleasant and comfortable. I have to admit I have gotten the best rest this week than I have all year. Keep up the great work and I hope that other guests, business or just pleasure will enjoy the Inn as much as I do.

March 29, 2006  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Carrollton, GA)
"Most Wonderful B&B Ever"  I just returned from a semi-annual weekend "girl's" trip to Americus, GA with 3 of my lifetime friends. We call ourselves the "Nutty Buddies." The primary purpose of our trip was to visit President Jimmy Carter's church and attend the Sunday School class that he taught. I searched the internet for lodging in the area and decided on the Americus Garden Inn. Seeing the Carters was great and President Carter is a wonderful Sunday school teacher. But the best part of the trip was actually our stay at the Americus Garden Inn Bed & Breakfast. The owners, Kim and Susan Egelseer, are truly blessed with a special gift of making one feel welcome and special. From being greeted in the driveway, to all the special touches throughout the house, the scrumptious breakfasts.......I could go on and on.
Our only regret was that we didn't get to spend more time just enjoying the ambience of the Inn itself and less time out seeing the sights.
I recommend the Americus Garden Inn over any other bed and breakfast in which I have stayed. It is great for a girl's getaway, like we had, or a romantic weekend for you and that special person in your life.

February 6, 2006  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Conyers, GA)
"Perfect Getaway"  We had a great experience at the Americus Garden Inn. The feeling was that of a family home and was warm and inviting. We were catered to and pampered more than any other place we've visited. The breakfast was excellent! Susan and Kim were perfect hosts and very people oriented. We highly recommend this B&B for anyone looking to get away from the fast pace and noise of everyday living and find peace and tranquility in Americus. We will definitely visit again.

December 10, 2005  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Bradley, Illinois)
"Our First Stay At a B&B" While planning a trip to Columbus, Georgia, to attend the graduation ceremony of our grandson from basic training at Fort Benning, we decided to incorporate a long planned visit to Plains. We had read Jimmy Carter’s book, An Hour Before Daylight, found it so descriptive of life there that we wanted to see it for ourselves.
Americus, Georgia, near Plains, appeared to be a convenient place to stay, with the added advantage of being within a short distance of another historic site, Andersonville and the Prisoner of War Museum, another long planned visit.
So, where to stay in Americus?
A search on the internet turned up the usual motels. But then we had an idea. We had never stayed at a Bed and Breakfast. Certainly in a town whose roots were deep in the antebellum South there must be some place, some house, that would give us a sense of time and place. And we found it. The minute we saw the photograph of Americus Garden Inn, a large Romantic Victorian house with Italianate embellishments we knew that was where we wanted to stay. We booked three nights during the first weekend in December—Saturday through Monday.
On Saturday afternoon we visited Andersonville and on Sunday we attended the Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, listened to Jimmy Carter teach a Sunday school class, stayed for the church service and had our picture taken with the Carters. We toured the Carter farm in the afternoon. Added attractions were the Rural Telephone Museum at Leslie and the Global Village at Habitat for Humanity in Americus.
What made this mini vacation so excellent was the fact that we had chosen the Americus Garden Inn as our operational base. Innkeepers Susan and Kim Egelseer are very caring hosts. We were thoroughly briefed on local restaurants, places we wanted to visit, shown the best routes to get where we wanted to go, served three wonderful gourmet breakfasts—no two alike—had elegant accommodations and were made to feel comfortably at home in the cozy Veranda Suite.
In retrospect our stay was too short to take advantage of all the amenities offered such as the Inn’s extensive VHS tape collection, or simply spending a quiet afternoon reading in the living room and listening to the baby grand piano that plays a concert all by itself. A walking tour of nearby historic homes, had the weather been more suitable, could have added to our pleasure, and spending a tranquil evening on the veranda overlooking Rees Park under a southern moon would have been unforgettable. If there is a more congenial B&B it’s probably on another planet.

November 15, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Sun City Center, FL)
"Best B&B"  We have stayed in numerous B&Bs and found the Americus Garden Inn to be the most delightful.  The facilities, breakfasts and hospitality of Susan and Kim were unbeatable. We hope to return there one day and will advise our children and friends to be sure to stay there whenever in the area.

October 22, 2005  (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Fort Walton Beach, FL)
"A Beautiful Experience!"  This was our first experience at "A Bed And Breakfast" and we were profoundly impressed. From the moment we arrived until the moment we departed we were pampered royally. Kim and Susan were so gracious as our hosts and served us with joy. They have truly set the bar so high that we will have difficulty staying at any other bed and breakfast because of our expectations. The breakfast was such that we felt like royalty; we never expected such unique but delicious courses. We definitely will recommend this place to all of our friends and are purchasing gift certificates for family members for Christmas presents. We are eager to return in the near future.

September 2, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Summerfield, FL)
"An Anniversary Getaway"  Two wonderful nights with sightseeing jaunts to Jimmy Carter's Plains, Ga., and to Andersonville, that terrible monument to the horrors of war. Breakfasts were absolutely terrific, and ample refreshments were out for taking 24 hours. Hosts Kim and Susan obviously are devoting their significant labor and tremendous love on this inn. Kim's knowledge and help with area dining spots and historical sites was truly outstanding, and Susan works hard to deliver unique dishes. We were impressed with the many, many area reference pieces available at the inn. That's not to mention the comfortable surroundings and furnishings in this 1847 Victorian masterpiece. We enjoyed this greatly and plan to return.

August 22, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Sanibel Island, FL)
"Fantastic place to stay"  My family met in Americus, Georgia for a family reunion, where our parents and grandparents and great grandparents are from, and all stayed at the Americus Garden Inn. We had the greatest time there, the inn was incredibly gorgeous and the innkeepers, Kim and Susan, showed us the true meaning of Southern Hospitality. This lady is an amazing cook and served us the most wonderful dishes. Their recommendations and guidance were helpful. They never stopped for a minute, and on our way out, gave us wonderful goodies they had left over from our breakfast.  We all agreed we should make this an annual affair.

July 30, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Rincon, GA)
"Great getaway with the wife"  My wife and I traveled  to Americus for a short getaway. We enjoyed staying at the Americus Garden Inn and visiting with Susan and Kim who were the most gracious hosts. The breakfasts were great and Susan shared her recipes. We also visited Plains and then Andersonville on July 4th to watch the fireworks. I look forward to traveling to Americus again and would love to stay at the Americus Garden Inn again.

July 10, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Athens, GA)
"Best B&B in America"  This B&B has everything you could possibly want in a B&B and more. From the moment you make your reservations until the moment you check out you are treated like a favorite member of the family. Kim and Susan do everything they can to make your stay with them relaxing and enjoyable. The home is in the historic district of Americus, surrounded by other beautiful Victorian homes. The gardens and rooms are as beautiful and relaxing as they look. I've stayed in B&B's all over the world and enjoyed this one over them all. Kim was always available with advice on where to visit and directions on how to get there. Susan's breakfast is more than you could possibly ask for, served with style and grace. I checked in for 2 nights and ended up staying for 3 I enjoyed it so much. I am already planning my next trip to the area. I highly recommend the Americus Garden Inn to anyone who wants to be pampered and treated like royalty.

July 9, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Auburn, AL)
"Rest and Relax"  The Americus Garden Inn was just terrific! Susan and Kim are the perfect innkeepers. We enjoyed Susan's wonderful recipes at breakfast as well as the company and conversation with Susan and Kim. They were most helpful in sharing what attractions in their area are really good and which ones are more commercial type places. Susan's angel biscuits and oatmeal cookie pancakes are worth the trip alone. My husband and I left here feeling very rested and relaxed. Ours days were spent out and about but nights we just kicked back and relaxed at the inn in the evenings. We bird watched, fed the fish in the pond, loved on Simon (the cat) and were serenaded by frogs at night. We are glad that we did not finish our list of things to see and do in the Americus area because now we have an excuse to come back really soon.

May 7, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Bonaire, GA)
"The Ultimate Romantic Getaway is at the Americus Garden Inn B&B"  Just recently retired from 22 years in the Air Force, my husband and I decided to treat ourselves to a romantic getaway weekend without kids or the dog! We loved the Americus Garden Inn. Kim and Susan are the best Inn Keepers! They have great attention to detail and are very concerned that each person who stays at their B&B is relaxed and happy! We stayed 2 nights, 1 in The Library room and the next in the Jacuzzi Room with the added Sensations Package. The first day after hours of touring nearby historical Andersonville and shopping at the Maze (fun store that has everything and more!) in downtown Americus and strolling along the quaint streets enjoying southern hospitality, we were ready for some R&R at the B&B... We picked out a couple movies from the extensive collection of videos available for all guests to use and then to the dining room which is always stocked full of every kind of soda, ice water, tea and coffee 24 hours a day. The weekend we were there, Susan's delicious double chocolate biscotti was the perfect touch to dip in our coffee. The biscotti awaited guests who needed a snack along with apples or bananas. Saturday morning the breakfast was wonderful. We began with some nummy chocolate muffins with our choice of several juices and of course, coffee! The next course was deliciously sweet melon followed by an egg casserole with our favorite; Cinnamon Roll Griddle Cakes! Wow! After breakfast, we left for another day of history in near by Plains and enjoyed the history of our 39th President, Jimmy Carter and his family. Southern hospitality was A+ again as shop keepers greeted us and treated us to their specialties. We found a couple treasures in the Antique shop and also enjoyed peanut treats in one of the shops. Had the best homemade soup ever at the little diner that used to be a bank...try the Chicken and Dumpling. It was perfect on the damp, rainy day we were there. Again, we returned needing rest from our day. Susan graciously showed us to our new room. Ahhh! The Jacuzzi room!  Our Sensations package included wonderful cottony silk sheets, robes to warm us after the jacuzzi, a great basket full of spa goodies (lotions, shampoo, etc.) and even Rubber Ducky and family to float in the tub! We truly felt like honeymooners again! The next day we enjoyed yet another fabulous breakfast and strolled around the neighborhood to take in the beauty of historical Victorian homes and just imaging Rhett and Scarlett types back when...such character and beauty in the older homes. After getting photographs of our host and hostess, we were on our way back to reality. Kim and Susan just made our whole weekend special. Such a value too! Hoping to return someday and will highly recommend to anyone who needs a getaway or just a stop along the way...great hospitality, romance and delicious food and 5-star treatment await all who visit the Americus Garden Inn!

April 18, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Slidell. LA)
"A True home away from Home" My job requires that I spend more nights in a hotel room than I do my own. In the seven years that I have been traveling,  I have never been treated so well.  This pre Civil War home is very beautiful and Kim and Susan do everything in their power to make the guest feel like they have come home.  The Americus Garden Inn was my first experience with a B & B and I don't think the experience could have been any better.  I was lucky enough to be a weekly guest from April 2004 to January 2005.  Can't wait to go back to my "Georgia Home".

March 15, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Coral Springs, FL)
"A Must Visit"  We have just returned from our weekend stay at the Americus Garden Inn. The Inn is beautiful. The innkeepers, Kim and Susan, are wonderful. They welcome you into the Inn and make you feel at home. The food is wonderful. Susan bakes like a master. It is impossible to leave the breakfast table hungry. My husband and I went there to "get away from it all" for our anniversary. We were able to relax, be alone, celebrate, and make new friends in the process. We will definitely go back.

January 18, 2005 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Davenport, FL)
"Perfect Ending"  Our stay at Americus Garden Inn was the perfect ending to our long weekend road trip escape from the children. The room was beautiful and clean. The entire house was breath taking. We wanted for nothing. Susan and Kim were so friendly and warm. Breakfast was so delicious. The snacks available were a nice perk. The tag line "where history meets romance" is a perfect description. Susan and Kim have spoiled us for all B&Bs to come. We will definitely be returning.

November 30, 2004 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Arden, NC)
"A Fantastic Experience"  We had planned a weekend to visit historic sites and hear Jimmy Carter teach Sunday School. To our surprise, the weekend turned out to be one of the most delightful experiences we have had all because of our accommodations at the Americus Garden Inn. The snooze in the sun on our balcony, the never ending delicious coffee, the beautifully furnished rooms, the cucumber soak in the garden tub, the delicious breakfast, the always available homemade snacks, the books, movies, and the gracious hospitality of Kim and Susan ranks Americus Garden Inn at the top of our B&B experiences. We keenly anticipate our next visit just to enjoy the Inn.

October 5, 2004 (Reviewer: A TripAdvisor User, Fairfax, VA)
"Welcome Home!"  A family reunion brought me to this part of Georgia, but you can bet I will find other reasons to return. "Relax", is what this inn says, which I did, as a working mother of two very active girls. They remained at home with Dad so I was solo for three lovely nights...without anyone to drive, feed, clothe or assist with homework. Now, I brought work with me, and I actually spent one evening catching up on some neglected reports, but I still felt that it was a vacation from responsibility. The food was healthy, scrumptious, and plentiful. The room was inviting, comfortable and spacious. I felt at home as soon as I arrived. The tall ceilings and the large spaces made for a wonderfully free feeling. Everything inside the house gleamed and I never felt for want of anything. Kim was patient enough to help me establish the proper connections on my laptop so that I could use the wireless internet connection. Bless him...he also answered countless questions about restaurants, routes, and places to sightsee. I felt even more pampered when Susan insisted that I choose from among many options for breakfast. When I returned home, my husband and the kids were happy to see me and I felt refreshed...a perfect way to start a new week.

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