Providence Inn Bed & Breakfast

The large front porch adds to the charm and personality of the home and is great for a morning cup of coffee, social gatherings, reading the newspaper or favorite book. Hardwood floors, original woodwork, and open stairways are reminiscent to the history of the Victorian home. Guests are welcome to visit in the Breakfast Nook where there is a microwave, refrigerator and additional amenities. If you are musically inclined, you may go downstairs and have a sing-along at the Player Piano or play the Grand Piano.

Duane & Kristy Zenk bought this Victorian home in October of 2002 with the intention of opening a Bed & Breakfast. The home has been added onto, with the original part of the home being renovated and restored. Duane and Kristy have lived in Denison for over 30 years and have two children. Kristy also works for Western Iowa Power Cooperative and has been the Administrative Secretary for the past 11 years. Duane is the County Assessor for Crawford County. He is also a partner of a petroleum company with our sons, Gene and Tim. They are all members of the Denison Fire Department.

Located at the top of the stairs, Anna's room features a Queen size Antique Sleigh Bed with matching dresser to take you back in time to simpler days. This is a bright airy room with 3 large windows with original wood floors and woodwork.

Ruth Ann's room features a handcrafted Queen size Fastje Bed with matching dresser made in Denison, Iowa. This room has a spacious bath featuring the original claw foot bathtub to lose yourself in a time gone by era. The wood floors and Victorian chairs invite you to sit back and take it easy.

James room is also located at the top of the stairs, provides you with a cozy atmosphere featuring a Queen size bed and beautiful wood floors. Anna and James' rooms are adjoining rooms, each with their own bathroom facilities, but share a common shower.

Sit back and relax in this cozy room with a Queen size bed, antique dresser and antique wool floral area rug. The warm colors of the room make you feel very comfortable and at home. This room also has mirror doors on the closet and has its own private bath.

Located in the addition added to the home is The Providence Inn Suite, which is a spacious room with a King size Four Post Bed with Canopy. This room features full length mirror doors on the closet and its own private bath. Sit back and relax in the large wing back chair and ottoman. This room can be used as a Bridal Suite or for the Romantics-at-Heart.

This room with its soothing green painted walls has a King size Four Post Bed. The wood floors, antique dresser, mirrored closet doors, nice private bath make for a serene atmosphere. There is plenty of room to sit back and relax.

• Providence Inn is open year round.
• We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express. We also accept a check or cash in the amount of one nights' stay to hold your reservation.
• If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so 10 days prior to your arrival date. If cancellation is made less than 10 days prior to your arrival, you will be charged one nights stay.
• Check-in is between 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. unless other arrangements have been made.
• Check-out is at 11:00 a.m.
• All rooms are for either single or double occupancy.
• Rates are subject to change without notice.
• Families are welcome, but please call for availability.
• Smoking is permitted only outside.
• Due to fire regulations, no candles are permitted in the rooms.
• We do not accommodate pets and therefore other arrangements will need to be made.