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Ballastone Inn

14 E Oglethorpe Ave
Savannah, GA 31401-3707

(912)236-1484
(800)822-4553
 
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Circa 1838. Sitting in the nation's largest historic district, this 1838 Italianate antebellum mansion has been recognized and awarded for its historic significance. Combining old-fashioned elegance with contemporary convenience, four stories of luxurious Victorian furnishings are highlighted with authentic Savannah colors and Scalamandre fabrics. Chat over afternoon tea in the private lounge and savor pre-dinner hors d'oeuvres. The luxurious guest bedrooms feature chandeliers, cheval mirrors, rice poster and canopy beds, marble-topped tables and love seats. Many boast fireplaces, sitting areas and whirlpool tubs. Turndown service includes chocolates and brandy. After a bountiful Southern breakfast relax in the lushly planted courtyard. A concierge offers 24-hour assistance.

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Rates

$235 to $395

Payment types accepted include Master Card, American Express, Travelers Checks and Visa.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Afternoon Tea
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Breakfast
  • Complimentary Port
  • Brandy

Available Food Service

  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast

Other Activities

  • Water Sports
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Parks
  • Museums
  • Live Theater
  • Golf
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Bicycling
  • Beaches
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing

Innkeeper(s)

Jim & Jennifer Salandi

Rooms

This property has 16 total guest accommodations with private bath, 11 with fireplaces, 3 suites. The types of beds available include King, Queen and Twin.

Amenities In Room

  • Turn-Down Service
  • Telephone
  • Reading Lamps
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bath Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • CD Player
  • Stereo
  • Clock Radio
  • Cable TV
  • Television
  • Hot Tub/Spa
  • Data Ports
  • Central Air
  • VCR
  • Bathrobes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Wireless Internet Access

Amenities On Site

  • Phone
  • Parlor Games
  • Television
  • Fax
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Fireplace
  • VCR
  • PC
  • Copy Machine
  • Elevator
  • Ironing Board

Business Traveler Amenities

  • FAX On-site
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Gym Nearby
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access

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Ballastone Inn

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Location: City/Urban.


Recommended Restaurant(s)

  • Bistro Savannah
  • Sapphire Grille
  • Elizabeth's On 37th

Historic Interest

Property and the amazing Savannah Historic District

Historic Awards:

  • Local Register (Granted)
  • National Register (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society

Historic sites nearby:

Largest historic district in the U.S., 2.5 square miles, 3,000 restorations

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About Our Rooms

The China Trade Suite

The China Trade SuiteDramatic faux walls with rich rose canton colors. Elegantly appointed with an oriental theme, including antique kimonos and oriental artifacts of the great days of the busy seaport of Savannah. King-size four-poster draped plantation bed and a sitting area with wing chair and loveseat. Beautiful burl mahogany coffee table completes a wonderfully comfortable sitting area. There is a bath with a separate dressing area. Black marble fireplace.

 

The Gazebo Suite

Reminiscent of an English manor with handsome William Morris original papers, furnished in English antique pine. Pine four-poster plantation bed, wonderful example of an 18th century painted blanket chest and a full-size sofa with sitting area. Late 19th century English Pine linen press. Includes wall faux painting and a fireplace.

 

The Victoria Suite

The Victoria SuiteRichly decorated in a French inspired toile called "Scenic Savannah" features courting couples and village scenes of the 19th century. Gold brocade corona above a King-size four-poster rice bed with Victorian sitting area. Hand-colored prints, mirrored fireplace and great views of the courtyard. Bath has Jacuzzi tub and shower with separate dressing area.

 

Mulberry Tulips

Mulberry TulipsA period room with Victorian-era deep jewel tones. Chenille coverlet trimmed in handsome bullion fringe. Corner room with windows on two sides, a King-size mahogany period bed, Eastlake armoire, a full-size sofa by the fireplace, writing desk and marble washstand. Savannah grey brick fireplace.

 

Oglethorpe State Room

Sophisticated in style with faux rusticated plaster walls and French toile inspired patterns of the past. King-size four-poster rice bed, an English mahogany armoire and lovely sitting area with wonderful velvet club chair and ottoman along side a distinguished wing back chair. Savannah grey brick fireplace.

 

Palmetto Fan

Cool green Savannah evening style with a King-size four-poster rice bed, dresser, mahogany armoire and marble nightstands. Overlooks the garden courtyard. A sitting area with two comfortable wing chairs and a black marble fireplace.

 

Rhetts Retreat

A masculine feel of a gentleman with Civil War portraits of famous generals from the past. English dark oak paneled Queen-size, canopied in red silk. Love seat, crystal chandelier, Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. This guestroom has a treetop view overlooking historic Oglethorpe Avenue at the front of the home, as does the large Jacuzzi bath.

 

Scarbrough Faire

This corner room contains a King-size English canopied bed, period borders, masculine black and tan toile print. The room also has a sitting area with full-size sofa and chair, writing desk, and inlaid armoire. Windows on two sides of room, fireplace and a balcony overlooking Oglethorpe Avenue.

 

Scarlett's Retreat

This romantic room contains a Queen-size carved mahogany four-poster Rice bed set into a bay window overlooking historic Oglethorpe Avenue. Toile in teal Italian matelasse coverlet and Euro shams. Scarlett and Rhett memorabilia surround you. Loveseat, crystal chandelier, antique lighting, Jacuzzi bath and fireplace.

 

Mary Musgrove

Very private! Windows across the back with treetop views towards Wright Square. Handsome baroque print overstuffed comforter with cranberry walls. Cherry four-poster King-size bed, antique mirrored dresser, period armoire and a cozy sitting area.

 

Peach

Decorated in sophisticated warm peach tones. Queen mahogany rice carved bed, a wonderful combination of rich warm hues in the softest chenille tapestry. Old world elegance with decorator trim detailing. Bedskirt and Euro shams are in a warm gold fabric with a chenille dot framed by repeating diamonds, inlaid English mahogany armoire. Two comfortable wing back chairs.

 

The Tea Olive

Sophisticated green hues with Queen-size rice carved canopied bed and imported Italian cream matelasse coverlet, plushy Euro shams and Williamsburg needlepoint pillow. English oak dresser, turn of the century armoire and wonderful Victorian antique lighting. Large windows across the back of the room and quiet sitting area.

 

Hannah

Wonderful mahogany Queen sleigh bed covered in a diamond-quilted matelasse with European pillows. French side chair in needlepoint, antique pine fireplace and crystal chandelier. Full-size empire sofa to relax on. Peek out on the courtyard gardens.

 

Low Country

Savannah grey brick walls and original Low Country artwork. Queen-size brass bed, beautiful turn-of-the-century armoire, antique wicker and cherry Low Country rocking chair. Cream imported Italian matelasse coverlet.

 

Savannah

Best view of the courtyard with two antique iron extra-long twin-size beds. Cream matelasse with Williamsburg reserve collection needlepoint pillows. Tiffany lighting, antique country oak armoire and dressers.

 

Sorgum Cane

Large corner room with windows facing the garden courtyard. The King-size cherry bed is plush in paprika imported Italian matelasse with four plushy Euro pillows. A wing back chair, armoire, and a lovely Victorian deacon's bench complete the room's cozy setting. Savannah grey brick fireplace.

 

Innkeeper Note

Please join us in our cozy antique bar area for a relaxing time! Limited free parking outside directly next to elevator access to all floors. Hospitality rains at the Ballastone. From our front desk staff to our morning servers, we are all dedicated to making your stay most special. Ballastone is staffed 24 hours a day, so we are always here to meet your every need. Join us for the most elegant afternoon Tea in the city on sterling silver, antique china, and antique collectible linens...a grand affair. Enjoy our port and brandy with homemade biscotti on our bar in the evening. The Ballastone is a dream come true for us. Jim and Jennifer Salandi

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Policies

Cancellation:1-night deposit with reservation. Cancellation 15-days prior, full refund less $35.00; cancellation less than 15-days, no refund given.
Smoking:Outside Only.

Publicity and Reviews

Seen on Good Morning America and The Today Show, The New York Times, Bride's Magazine, Glamour Magazine.

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