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14. Juni 2024
My daughter and I made a quick trip to Charleston to look at the city before she decided to move there after graduation. December was a perfect time to visit because of the Christmas lights and decorations around the city, the cool weather, and the light crowds! The Barksdale House Inn was fabulous, and I am so glad we chose this inn at which to stay! We booked a room on the top floor, and although some reviews claimed it was a bit cramped, we found it to be perfect with just enough room for us two, with beautiful decor, a cute bathroom, and ample room for all our traveling stuff. The bed was very comfortable. There was a Keurig coffee maker in the hallway on our floor just outside our door, with a variety of coffee and teas from which to choose, along with creamers. It was so nice being able to get a hot cup of tea after a long day of walking around Charleston! Snacks are also provided on the main floor hallway all day. In addition, the top floor is very quiet, and considering this house is very old (but beautifully renovated), we were surprised at how quiet our room was. The breakfast was super delicious and filling! Best B&B breakfast I've ever had. There was an abundance of choices, but we chose a fruit, yogurt, granola and honey parfait for starters, and a large slice of toast with avocado, easy over egg, and bacon for the entree. Delicious coffee and juice. The second day I tried their grits, and it was equally delicious! No buffet here, they take your order and bring it to you in the sun room or living area. The staff were friendly, and with the locked doors at night, I felt very safe staying there. We parked in the back parking lot and basically left our car there all four days because the Barksdale Inn is located in a walkable area, and if I tired of walking, we were able to hop on the free metro bus to circle around. Charleston is a beautiful city, and when my daughter moves here later this year, my husband and I plan on staying at the Barksdale every time we visit!
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