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| Welcome to Tyler's oldest B&B, The Woldert-Spence Manor Bed and Breakfast Inn. We are a historic landmark restored to its prior beauty, and the closest lodging facility to the downtown Tyler square. We have a total of 8 guest rooms, 6 in the main house (2 downstairs and 4 upstairs) and the Rockway and Mockingbird carriage houses in the back. All rooms have private bathrooms with wall-mounted hairdryers, cable TV, and wireless (WIFI) internet access.Most rooms have queen-size beds, and some are available with fireplaces and private porches or balconies. Plus, all of our rates include a delicious full country breakfast served to you in our lovely formal Dining Room. |
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| Bring your swimsuit and you can enjoy the Jacuzzi in the backyard, or step across the street to use the new salt water pool at the neighboring YMCA (complimentary access for our guests). The Woldert-Spence Manor is perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays, or any special occasion! Also ask about our whole house rate for family reunions, retreats or group getaways. And we are Tyler's newest wedding venue, perfect for small intimate weddings! |
- Jean Simmons, The Dallas Morning News
"It's Victorian & Queen Anne, shiny with hardwood floors & stained-glass windows,
& located on a quiet brick street." - Southern Living Magazine
Featured in "Proud of East Texas" by Joan Hallmark on KLTV 7(ABC)
"BEST Bed & Breakfast of EAST TEXAS" Eguide Magazine
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We welcome you to share in the warmth and comfort of our home set back on a large corner lot (about 3/4 acre) in the Brick Street District, and located in the heart of Tyler near the downtown square. It is nestled under many old Pecan, Willow Oak, Chinese Pistachio, Sweetgum and Magnolia trees, with ample off-street private parking available. The closest Bed & Breakfast Inn to downtown, the manor is also located near the YMCA, where an outdoor tennis court, jogging track, an indoor pool, racquetball courts, weight room and cynergy circuit room facilities are available. The house, which is almost 4000 square feet, features 17 original 1884 stained-glass windows, doors and transoms, original Oak and Heart of Pine floors throughout, crystal chandeliers, and several porches and balconies for our guests to enjoy. The house is centrally air conditioned and heated for your comfort. In the Rear Garden you will find our large gazebo-covered spa and deck, arbor, along with our 1920's Iron Ore fence wall, wishing well, Koi pool and Goldfish fountain. |
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| The 4 guest rooms upstairs and 2 downstairs, with fireplaces, in the main house, are all delightfully decorated and furnished with period American antiques. The Front Parlor is where our guests can visit and read from our extensive library. All the rooms have private baths which include wall-mounted hairdryers. Some bathrooms have restored antique claw-foot tubs with shower. Wireless (WIFI) Internet, cordless telephones with FREE local calls, and irons and ironing boards are available. Plus, all rooms have cable television (most with TruFlat screens) and digital alarm clocks. All rooms are non-smoking, with smoking areas available outside on a covered porch or balcony. | Directly behind the main house, there are two carriage houses that were built in the 1930s. The Rockway Carriage House and the Mockingbird Cottage feature very private accommodations on a 2nd floor. With over 700 square feet, the Rockway Carriage House includes a private kitchen, dining room, and living room. Guests in the Rockway Carriage House can also enjoy the private balcony. The Mockingbird Cottage is slightly larger at 725 square feet, and also includes a private kitchen, dining room, and living room. In addition to the queen bed in the bedrooms, both the Rockway Carriage House and the Mockingbird Cottage also have sofa sleepers in the living room to accommodate additional people. Guests in both the Rockway Carriage House and Mockingbird Cottage can enjoy themselves outside beneath the shady pecan trees in the adjacent yard. |
| When you arrive, we will have home baked cookies waiting for you on the sideboard in the main Dining Room, or in the kitchen if you are in one of the carriage houses. Complimentary refreshments are located in the guest refrigerators. In the main house, the guest refrigerator is located in the armoire in the rear hall. Also, you can prepare yourself a hot beverage (flavored or herbal teas, coffee, hot cocoa or apple cider) anytime during your stay. In the morning, freshly brewed coffee services are available. In the formal Dining Room , you will find that a bountiful all-you-can-eat country breakfast awaits you, served to you family-style on Johnson Brothers' Blue Willow china with crystal and silver, while classical music is played for your enjoyment. We look forward to serving YOU at the Woldert-Spence Manor! | |
The Woldert-Spence Manor is a member of the following associations:
Smith County Historical Society
The Texas Hotel and Motel Association
Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce
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The Woldert-Spence Manor 611 West Woldert Street Tyler, Texas 75702 Fax: (903) 531-0293 email: 
Chris & Lisa Garrett, Innkeepers |
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