The Bartlett-Upjohn House, the adjoining Carriage House, and McDuffee Gardens comprise the Stuart Avenue Inn. The Bartlett-Upjohn House, built in 1886, is a spectacular Eastlake Queen Anne. This historic Kalamazoo location draws visitors to Kalamazoo's four colleges.
The 5,300+ square foot Bartlett-Upjohn House offers 7 lovely guest rooms (all with private baths), three elegant parlors, a dramatic oak main staircase, and bright and cheery breakfast room overlooking McDuffee Gardens. The Inn is classically appointed with the finest in hand-painted Bradbury & Bradbury wallpapers, vintage gas & electric chandeliers, outstanding oak and cherry woodwork and many period antiques. The lower level innkeepers’ quarters has three bedrooms, two full baths, ample storage and a laundry room. The house contains 6 fireplaces, gas heat and central air-conditioning. A state-of-the-art kitchen works well for in-house catering for business & social groups, weddings & receptions.
The Carriage House offers two guestrooms and a second floor one-bedroom apartment for weekly stays. This building overlooks McDuffee Gardens, which has footpaths through a 3/4 acre parcel of flower beds, a gazebo, pergola, fountain and a lily pond. All 10 guestrooms have a kitchenette, wet bar, microwave and coffee maker.
Except for some personally significant items, The Stuart Avenue Inn is listed as a Turnkey Operation for $462K. The adjacent, 2 lot, 3/4 acre McDuffee Gardens are available for an additional $68K. In business since 1983, this professionally restored premier B&B provides an established business investment as well as a showcase in which to make your home! #SW38
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