KENNEDY MANOR B&B, Jefferson – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Accommodations with Character
Kennedy Manor B&B offers six guest rooms in a Greek Revival home built in 1907. Rooms feature antique furnishings, private bathrooms with custom-tiled showers or clawfoot tubs, individual climate control, flat-screen TVs with satellite, and complimentary WiFi. Pauline's Room includes a private balcony and queen murphy bed, while the Dougherty Room downstairs features original cypress wood floors and two queen beds. All rooms have stair access only; no elevator is available.
Gourmet Breakfast Dining
Breakfast is served daily at 9:00 AM in the main dining room with large windows overlooking the backyard. The set menu includes juice selection, fresh fruit dish, daily hot entrée alternating between sweet and savory options, and a meat side. Two coffee bar areas provide freshly brewed coffee, hot tea, hot chocolate, and cold beverages throughout the day.
Property Amenities and Spaces
Guests have access to a library with books, a music parlor with grand piano and Victrola record player, and a wraparound porch. The backyard features an enclosed sunporch, custom brick patio with seating and fire pit, and a goldfish pond. The entire house can be rented for group stays, accommodating multiple guests in common areas with 13-foot ceilings.
Heart of Historic Jefferson
Located at 217 W Lafayette Street in historic Jefferson, the property is 0.3 miles from Gone With the Wind Museum and Jefferson Historical Museum. It's 11.8 miles from Caddo Lake State Park and 10.7 miles from Lake O' the Pines. East Texas Regional Airport is 75 km away. The historic downtown area with antique shops, boutiques, and restaurants is a short walk from the property.
Local Experiences and Activities
The property provides information on Caddo Lake tours including Captain Ron's Swamp Tours pontoon boat tours and Big Cypress Tours guided experiences. Kayak and canoe rentals are available through Riverbend Outfitters. Downtown Jefferson offers antique malls, factory outlets, and local eateries including Jefferson General Store with soda fountain and Jefferson Fudge Store with homemade candies.
Check Dates & Room Rates
Getting around
All Transportation Options at a Glance
Amenities
General
- Smoking allowed in designated areas
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
Guest Parking
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Breakfast
- Free breakfast
Spa & Leisure
- Library
Self-catering
- Refrigerator
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
During the Jefferson Civil War re-enactment, my stay at the hotel was outstanding. The rooms were exceptional, and the service provided by Tracey and Tommy Engel, our gracious hosts of the home, was top-notch. The location was perfect, just a short distance from the shops and restaurants downtown. The dining experience, from the delicious rooms to the divine breakfast, was exceptional. The facilities offered added to the overall fantastic experience.
What a delightful stay! The rooms during the Jefferson Civil War re-enactment were outstanding in Pauline's room. The service by Tracey and Tommy Engel, our gracious hosts of the home, was exceptional. The hotel's location from the shops and restaurants downtown was perfect, and the dining experience in Jefferson, TX, was delicious. Boiled eggs were divine!
My stay at the hotel during the Jefferson Civil War re-enactment was outstanding. Pauline's room was a delightful experience with some minor drawbacks. The service, provided by Tracey and Tommy Engel, our gracious hosts of the home, was commendable, albeit not without room for improvement. The location, just a stone's throw away from the shops and restaurants downtown, added great value to my visit. The dining experience, particularly breakfast, exceeded expectations, though not without a slight hiccup. Overall, a pleasant stay with some minor areas to enhance.
My stay at the hotel was truly exceptional. The rooms, service, and dining experience were all outstanding. The location was perfect for exploring downtown, and the facilities were top-notch. However, the pricing could be a bit steep for some travelers.
Staying at the hotel during the Jefferson Civil War re-enactment in Pauline's room was outstanding. The experience had many positive aspects such as excellent room quality but also some drawbacks like the price points.
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