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Shellmont Inn

Shellmont Inn

821 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30308-1410
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Ed & Debbie McCord

(404) 872-9290
 

Circa 1891. This grand Victorian showplace derives its name from two distinctions: the shell motif embossed on the exterior bay and portico and its prominent location on Piedmont Avenue. Architect W.T. Downing further carried out the shell theme with carved wooden shells, bows and garlands. Five panels of stained glass two-stories high accentuate the foyer and are thought to have been designed by Tiffany & Co. Victorian wallpapers and appropriate antiques add to the inn's romantic ambience. It is in the National Register and is a City of Atlanta Landmark building.

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Shellmont Inn



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Rates

$195 to $350

Payment types accepted include Master Card, Travelers Checks, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, Personal Checks, Discover, Visa and American Express.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Breakfast
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Fresh Fruit Basket
  • Complimentary Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Evening Chocolates

Events Hosted

  • Weddings
  • Meetings
  • Honeymoons
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Reunions
  • Business Travelers

Available Food Service

  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Room Service
  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Full Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Vegetarian
  • Other Dietary Restrictions Are Accommodated With Notice. Room Service Available With Romance Package

Other Activities

  • Golf
  • Fishing
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Bicycling
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Amusement Park
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports

Innkeeper(s)

Ed & Debbie McCord

Rooms

This property has 6 total guest accommodations, 5 with private bath, 3 with fireplaces, 3 with whirlpools, 3 total suites, including 1 two-bedroom suite and 1 cottage. The types of beds available include Queen and Double.

Amenities In Room

  • Bathrobes
  • Cable TV
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Telephone
  • Data Ports
  • DVD
  • Reading Lamps
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Air Conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Central Air
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Television
  • Bath Amenities
  • CD Player
  • Coffeemaker
  • Desk
  • Hair Dryer
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clock Radio
  • Full Gournet Breakfast
  • Complimentary Beverages
  • Fresh Flowers
  • Basket Of Fruit
  • Evening Chocolates. Also
  • Plush Bathrobes; Luxury Linens; Complimentary Wi-fi

Amenities On Site

  • VCR
  • Limited Handicap Access
  • Fax
  • Phone
  • PC
  • Parlor Games
  • Gift Shop
  • Computers
  • Television
  • Library
  • Copy Machine
  • Fireplace
  • DVD
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast Served Daily
  • Afternoon Treats
  • DVD Library
  • Complimentary Beverages

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Hair Dryer
  • FAX On-site
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Television
  • Desk
  • Modem Connection
  • Gym Nearby
  • Internet Access
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Choice Of To-go Breakfast Or Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Conveniently Located To Marta (rapid Rail)
  • Premier Midtown Location
  • Upscale
  • Casual Restaurants
  • Just Steps Away
  • Business Services Available # Frequent Guests Loyalty Travel Program Offered By Select Registry # Concierge Services Available # Corporate Rates Available Upon Request

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Shellmont Inn

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Location: City/Urban and Midtown/Downtown Atlanta.


Romantic Interest

A cozy "Turkish" corner library, sun filled verandas furnished with oak and wicker rockers. Private baths with 2-person jetted spa tubs, lovely gardens, steam showers. Custom window treatments with darkening shades.

Historic Interest

National Register, designated a City of Atlanta Landmark building, in 1987 presented "Award of Excellence" for Historic Preservation & Adaptive Re-Use

Historic Awards:

  • City Historical Site (Granted)
  • Local Register (Granted)
  • National Register (Granted)

Historic sites nearby:

Battle of Atlanta (2mi); Seige Line (2blks); Kenessaw Mt. (17mi); MLK Center (1mi); Carter Center (1mi)

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About Our Rooms

Downing Room

Pamper yourself and unwind in this light filled bedroom replete with unique architectural details reminiscent of the High Victorian Era. Soaring ceilings, opulent fireplace mantle and triple leaded fan light window set compliment the hues of green Historic House period wallpaper. The Tiger Oak, highly carved shell motif bed is covered with plush pillows, down comforter and duvet cover. The spacious oak writing desk provides the perfect command center for your daily business operation. Reward yourself after a long day with a pleasurable soak in the large porcelain claw foot tub.

Rates: $175 - $200

Type of bed: Queen

 

Eastlake Room

Romantically inspired by the opulent Eastlake furniture, faux finished, stenciled and curved walls, the Eastlake Room is often selected by business travelers for its comfort and efficiency, and by honeymoon couples for its elegance and simplicity. The exquisite burled walnut bed is dressed with plush pillows, down comforter and duvet cover for a comfy nights sleep. Complimentary high speed internet, WiFi and a spacious desk provide the necessary tools to complete your business day. A pleasant mixture of granite and tile complete the glass framed shower providing a refreshing bath experience.

Rates: $175 - $200

Type of bed: Queen

 

Tiffany Room

Plantation shutters filter sunlight as it dances across the hardwood floors and illuminates the soft hues of the Victoria and Albert wallpaper, adorned with original artwork. Immerse yourself in a room decor filled with burled walnut queen bed dressed with luxury linens, matching vanity with beveled mirror and gentlemens chest. An over stuffed chair with ottoman provides the perfect opportunity for relaxing or reading your favorite book. Savor that first cup of morning coffee just steps away on the veranda overlooking the private gardens. Step into the sleek bathroom which is an extravaganza of granite and glass. Soak in the jetted spa tub or indulge in the floor to ceiling steam shower with rainhead shower feature.

Rates: $225 - $250

Type of bed: Queen

 

Veranda Suite

When only the absolute finest will suffice, the Carriage House Cottage provides the ultimate in privacy and luxury. Perfect for honeymoons, romantic getaways or business retreats, this truly is a &34;home away from home.&34; Stroll through the gardens to your private porch overlooking the Victorian fishponds. Nestle in the Carved Cherry Four Poster bed dressed with plush pillows, featherbed, down comforter and Matouk duvet cover. The ambience is further enhanced by the polished hardwood floors, Victoria and Albert Botanical wallcoverings, original artwork and custom lighting. Watch your favorite movie on the flat screen television discreetly tucked within the entertainment center. Immerse yourself in the luxury of the two person jetted spa tub or indulge in a refreshing steam shower. The generously proportioned living room provides more than ample space for your entertainment or business needs and is further complimented by the fully equipped and stocked kitchen.

Rates: $225 - $260

Type of bed: (2) , Queen

 

Carriage House Cottage

When only the absolute finest will suffice, the Carriage House Cottage provides the ultimate in privacy and luxury. Perfect for honeymoons, romantic getaways or business retreats, this truly is a &34;home away from home.&34; Stroll through the gardens to your private porch overlooking the Victorian fishponds. Nestle in the Carved Cherry Four Poster bed dressed with plush pillows, featherbed, down comforter and Matouk duvet cover. The ambience is further enhanced by the polished hardwood floors, Victoria and Albert Botanical wallcoverings, original artwork and custom lighting. Watch your favorite movie on the flat screen television discreetly tucked within the entertainment center. Immerse yourself in the luxury of the two person jetted spa tub or indulge in a refreshing steam shower. The generously proportioned living room provides more than ample space for your entertainment or business needs and is further complimented by the fully equipped and stocked kitchen.

Rates: $245 - $350

Type of bed: Queen

 

Tiffany Suite

When traveling with your companion and privacy or space is desired, this additional bedroom added to the Tiffany Room is the ideal solution. This cozy space offers a mahogany double sleigh bed, armoire and wicker rocker for your comfort. This is truly the &34;suite&34; solution to your traveling needs. The main bedroom, the Tiffany Room, boasts a burled walnut queen bed dressed with luxury linens, matching vanity with beveled mirror and gentlemens chest. An over stuffed chair with ottoman provides the perfect opportunity for relaxing or reading your favorite book. Savor that first cup of morning coffee just steps away on the veranda overlooking the private gardens. Step into the sleek bathroom (shared with the main Tiffany Room), an extravaganza of granite and glass. Soak in the jetted spa tub or indulge in the floor to ceiling steam shower with rainhead shower feature.

Rates: $250 - $275

Type of bed: Double

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:Two Night Minimum on all Weekends and Holidays.
Children Restrictions:Children under 12 in Carriage House Only.
Cancellation:7 days advance notice
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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100% would stay again
Last reviewed on11/13/2010
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Ed & Debbie at the Shellmont Inn made sure our Honeymoon was all that we wanted it to be!

Shellmont Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Jacob P
11/13/2010

My lovely bride and I stayed at the Shellmont for a mini-honeymoon, and it was an extremely relaxing, romantic experience. They upgraded our room for free to the carriage house (a separate cottage behind the main house) so that we could have more space and more privacy, and they were extremely accommodating to our plans and wishes. The carriage house was lovely, with tasteful decoration, a fantastic bathroom (with jacuzzi and steam shower), and a kitchen. The gardens around it (with koi pond/fountain) were beautiful as well. The breakfast was exquisite--we had an excellent quiche one day and tasty waffles the next. The bacon was perfectly cooked and the fruit was very fresh, too. Debbie even brought us our breakfast the morning after our wedding (and an hour later than their normal "late" breakfast time, too). We also got chocolate-dipped strawberries at turndown (so good). With the "romance package," we got extra chocolate strawberries, a dozen roses, a cheese plate (very good), and a gift card to a nearby restaurant. The Inn is in a nice little neighborhood just a couple blocks from lots of restaurants, bars, and entertainment. Being able to walk to things in Atlanta is quite an unusual luxury, as normally we have to drive nearly everywhere. Ed and Debbie were very friendly and gracious hosts, and helped us whenever we had questions. All in all, it was an excellent experience. If you're looking for a nice, relaxing place to stay in Atlanta, you can't beat the Shellmont Inn. It's far better than a standard hotel experience.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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An Extraordinary Place to Stay

Shellmont Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Margaret C
10/25/2010

From the moment that you arrive at The Shellmont, it is clear that this place is truly several cuts above the average B & B. The Victorian decor is lovely, with great attention to detail. Our room was spotless, gracisiously appointed and very comfortable. It felt like heaven to crawl into the bed at the end of a busy day! And the bathroom was stunning. I couldn't resist taking a long soak in the spa tub (there was also a great shower)! The whole atmosphere is welcoming. The breakfast were delish and more than ample. Debbie and Ed were so kind and helpful. Their suggestions added much to our visit to Atlanta.

  • My ratings for this property
    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Shellmont Inn

5 of 5 hearts
Anonymous
10/21/2008

Thanks for the warm welcome and good cheer.

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Publicity and Press Reviews

North Georgia Living, June 2010 Issue
Selected as Victorian Magazine Christmas Issue "Favorite Things", November/December 2009
Atlanta Journal Constitution, CNN Travel Channel
Film Location for Movies
Publix July 4th TV Commercial, HBO Movie - Traveling Man with John Lithgow
HBO Movie - Leader of the Band.

Other Ratings: 3 AAA Diamonds, 3 Mobil Stars, iLoveInns Guests

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