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FAQ: Questions About B&Bs
A bed and breakfast inn can make the two of you
feel special--but before you book, ask these questions:
Do the innkeepers reside in the house?
Some B&Bs operate as guesthouses; while management might be on property
during the day, at night it’s just guests on the grounds. At other
properties, you’ll find the owner or manager living right in the
house. The atmosphere in these two situations is usually very different.
An on-site manager/owner usually makes the property far more homey and
guests usually interact more.
Are the innkeepers professional innkeepers or is the
property managed by the owners?
The term "B&B" can mean many things: a home with extra bedrooms
rented to guests, a small inn, a property with multiple guest rooms and
professional hosts. You’ll find that the atmosphere is very different
from property to property. You’ll also hear the term "country
inn" or "small inn" used frequently; this often means a
B&B that has a small restaurant on site.
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all rooms have private baths?
Don’t make that assumption!
Is smoking allowed indoors?
Many B&Bs are non-smoking; if this is a concern, ask. You’ll
find some B&Bs that prohibit smoking outdoors while on property as
well.
How many guest rooms does the property have?
Is breakfast served at one time or as guests arrive?
At some B&Bs, breakfast is served at a set hour. If you snooze, you
lose when it comes to the morning meal at some properties. If the two
of you plan to sleep in (or if you’re early birds), check on this
policy.
Do you have private two-person tables if we want breakfast
alone?
Do you really want to start your morning with a family-sized
table of fellow travelers?
Sometimes this can be a fun situation and a great way to hear the impressions
of fellow travelers about a destination. At other times, "you vant
to be alone."
Do you have a honeymoon package?
What amenities does the B&B offer? Bicycles? Hot
tub?
Do you accept credit cards?
Is there a non-refundable deposit?
Is there a minimum stay? Is there a minimum stay for
Friday or Saturday nights?
Do you have a honeymoon suite?
Are there any pets in the house?
If either of you suffers from allergies, this can be an important consideration.
Are children permitted?
Are there any children residing in the house?
What is the deposit for a room?
What is your cancellation policy?
What is your most private room?
Is liquor permitted on site?
Remember, some B&Bs are private homes so some do not permit liquor
on the property.
Is our room air conditioned?
Does our room have a private entrance?
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