The Washington Street Inn Bed & Breakfast

Experience the charm and hospitality of The Washington Street Inn Bed & Breakfast located near downtown Grand Haven.

Built in 1902, the Inn is a fine example of the American-Four Squares Style. Its leaded glass windows, spacious archways, original oak woodwork, and hardwood floors typify a quality home from the turn-of-the-century.

So whether your intent is to enjoy a quiet getaway or to experience the many events which Grand Haven and the surrounding areas offer, we invite you to be our guest at the Washington Street Inn.

The Inn is ideally located to meet a variety of interests including...

Within Walking Distance

• Downtown and Center Town Grand Haven with its quaint shops, restaurants and pubs
• Beautifully landscaped Central Park (July and August art shows)
• Harborfront Place -- The restored historical Story and Clark piano factory with its contemporary shopping and restaurants
• The world's largest musical fountain
• Boardwalk with shops, eateries, a beautiful view of harbor and boating activity
• Chinook Pier with shops, charter boat fishing, Harbor Steamer and farmers market

One Mile

• Grand Haven State Park and sandy beaches (catch the trolley from our front door!)
• Grand Haven Pier and restored Cat Walk and Coast Guard Station.

Within 10-15 Minutes: P. J. Hoffmaster State Park (hiking, biking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing)

Within 20-30 Minutes: Holland (Tulip Festival) and Muskegon (Race Course/Harness Racing, Airport)

Within 40-45 Minutes: Grand Rapids and Saugatuck

The rooms are well appointed with antiques, and we have striven to make them as comfortable as can be. All the rooms have individual thermostats and air conditioners to accommodate the unpredictable Michigan weather.

 

Begin each morning with a wholesome breakfast including delicious homemade baked goods, fresh fruits, juice, coffee and tea served in our beautiful dining room. During the day, one can spend time exploring Grand Haven and the surrounding area or simply relaxing at the Inn in one of the four common rooms. The innkeepers will be happy to assist guests in planning their stay, recommending local restaurants and providing information regarding activities and events.

Enjoy the entire house for small reunions.

Henry J. Dornbos immigrated from the Netherlands in 1882. He built this home for his wife and two children and the property remained in the Dornbos family for 56 years.

In 1889, Mr. Dornbos and his brother establish a prominent smoked and salted fish business in Grand Haven. The firm H. J. Dornbos and Bro. was reputed to be the largest wholesale fish dealer of white fish in the United States eventually serving 800 retail outlets across the country.

Mr. Dornbos was active in the community and in 1910 helped establish the Peoples Savings Bank which continues to serve the community as the National Bank of Detroit.

The home remained a private residence until the spring of 1987 when it opened as a Bed and Breakfast.

The Inn is located 1 and 1/2 blocks west of U.S. 31, between Sixth and Seventh Streets.

From the North: Take U.S. 31 South to Washington Street (approximately 1 in 1/2 miles south of drawbridge). Turn right (west) onto Washington Street and proceed 1 and 1/2 blocks. We are located on the left (south) side of the Street in the middle of the block.

From the South: take U.S. 31 North. At the signed marked Downtown/Waterfront, turn left (west). This will be Franklin Street - it is a one-way Street. Proceed on Franklin one block to 7th Street. Turn right (north) onto 7th and proceed one block. At the stop light turn left (west) onto Washington Street. We are located on the left (south) side of the Street in the middle of the block.

From the East: take 96 West to Route 104 (Exit 9 Spring Lake/Grand Haven). This will exit to the left off 96. Continue on Route 104 approximately seven miles (you will go through the town of Spring Lake). Follow the signs for U.S. 31 South. You'll go over the drawbridge. Follow U.S. 31 South approximately 1 and 1/2 miles. Proceed as above from the North.