School House Bed & Breakfast Inn
Innkeeper(s):
Mke and Lisa Friedemann
New Executive Chef at Les Bourgeois Winery Bistro 3 Feb 2013, 5:01 pm
The Les Bourgeois Winery Bistro just announced Chef Joshua Smith as their new executive chef starting February 1st, 2013. For his complete bio, please visit the LBV website.We look forward to his new creations and great meals for our guests!
Annual Staff Retreat at the School House 11 Nov 2011, 3:19 pm
The School House Bed + Breakfast has had the pleasure of hosting New Life Center's annual staff retreat at the since 2006. Here's what they have to say about their experience:"Several years ago, we did not know anything about Rocheport, Missouri, but now we look forward to our annual staff retreat at THE SCHOOLHOUSE. Mike and Lisa are always there to welcome us with their famous cookies and to show us to our rooms. The school-themed rooms, complete with black boards, Dick and Jane books, and other memorabilia from the past, add to the excitement of staying there. The atmosphere is welcoming, the building beautiful and clean, and the beds comfortable. The special soaps, rubber ducks, and robes add that finishing touch. The delicious breakfasts served each morning are a wonderful start to the day, and evening meals at Abigail’s and Les Bourgeois nearby add to the enjoyment of our stay. We always take the time to walk a bit on the Katy Trail and enjoy the beautiful scenery during the day. At night, the bright starlit sky reminds you that you are away from the hustle of the city. Our whole experience from start to finish is enjoyable and each of us is glad for the opportunity to return again each year."
Staff of New Life Center – Bridgeton, Missouri
Winter Weekend and Progressive Dinner Package December 2-3, 2011 29 Oct 2011, 12:22 pm
Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing weekend in Rocheport during the holiday rush. Our December 2-3, 2011 weekend package includes:- 2-night stay in any Inn room (excludes Dormitory rooms)
- Champagne and appetizer reception Friday evening from 6-8 pm in the School House Faculty Lounge
- A delicious School House multi-course breakfast each morning
- Les Bourgeois Winery VIP Tour and Tasting Saturday morning
- $20 in ‘Rocheport Bucks’ to spend at the Rocheport shops
- 3-course Progessive Dinner with stops at each of Rocheport's luxury B&B's on Saturday evening.
- Optional: Enjoy live music at the Rocheport General Store on Friday or Saturday evenings.
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Starter Course:
Roasted Plum Tomato Bisque
Mascarpone & Pancetta Garnish
Toasted Ciabatta Crisps
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Main Course:
Pinot Noir Pot Roast with Porcini Mushroom Sauce
Creamy Parmesan Polenta
Roasted Broccoli with Lemon Garlic Butter and Pinenuts
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Dessert Course:
Pecan and Bourbon Bread Pudding
Warm Butterscotch Sauce
Coffee/Tea
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Package Price: $89 per couple plus the price of your selected guest room on Friday and Saturday nights. Rocheport is still 'High and Dry'! 18 Jun 2011, 11:43 am
We've had some inquiries about how the Missouri River water level will affect us here, so thought we'd share what we know with you. As of today, Rocheport is high and dry and there are no Katy Trail closures due to water. We expect this to hold for at least another week. But even when the water rises, tourism businesses in Rocheport are not affected. The only real impact that we are anticipating for our guests is that the Katy Trail going west of Rocheport towards Boonville will be affected. This usually happens a couple of times a year anytime the river level gauge at Boonville reaches 27+feet.The river water level must exceed 30 feet to top the Katy Trail by our city parks on the south edge of town or the trail bridge east of the Rocheport Tunnel , which are the lowest points in Rocheport. If the water level prediction is 30+ feet this summer, there is an emergency response task force ready to lay 1700 feet of plastic sheeting and concrete barriers backed with sandbags on top of this section of the Katy Trail. This will protect the trailbed itself, the few residences along First Street and the trailhead area north of the Katy Trail where the Trailside Cafe' and Bike Rental is. The only business we anticipate to be inaccessible is the Treehouse (house on stilts) of the Katy Trail Bed and Bikefest since it is on the south side of the trail.
What does this mean for our guests? If you plan to cycle in July and August, we think the trail going east from Rocheport to at least Huntsdale and hopefully all the way into Columbia will be open and you will have a great view of the "Big Muddy" strutting her stuff that few people will get to see! All the restaurants, shops, LBV winery, A-Frame and B&B's will be open for business as usual.
So don't be afraid to come on down and see us in the next few weeks and take home some great photos of the Missouri River!
To track the Missouri River water level, follow this link to the Boonville river gauge.
Mike and Lisa,
Innkeepers, School House Bed and Breakfast
Rocheport Bridge is Now Open! 26 May 2011, 1:16 pm
The Katy Trail bridge replacement on the east side of the Rocheport tunnel was completed as of May 25th, 2011 just in time for Memorial Day weekend! Cyclists can once again enjoy trips in both directions, making Rocheport the ideal home base for daytrips to Boonville or Columbia.
2011 Food and Fun Weekend Events 6 Mar 2011, 1:51 pm
Our Rocheport Bed and Breakfast Association has announced the following dates for our Food and Fun B&B weekends, including our popular Progressive Dinner events for 2011:- April 15-17: 'Spring In Rocheport' Weekend and Progressive Dinner
- July 1-4: 'Independence Day' Weekend and Patio BBQ Dinner
- August 26-28: 'Summer Sizzle' Weekend and Progressive Dinner
- September 23-25: Rocheport Wine Stroll Weekend
- December 2-4: 'Winter Weekend' and Progressive Dinner
George and Abe Invite You to Spend the Weekend with Them... 17 Feb 2011, 3:15 pm
Presidents' Day Weekend, that is. February 21st is Presidents' Day. We have availability for a last minute get-away on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. If you're a lucky employee who has Monday off, consider a School House B+B getaway on Sunday night, February 20th. All the shops in Rocheport are open 12-5 pm, the Les Bourgeois Bistro is open for lunch 11am-3pm and Abigail's Restaurant is open for dinner on Sunday evening by reservation.
And Thomas Jefferson is 'hanging' around here, too!
Katy Trail Bridge Replacement 16 Feb 2011, 1:29 pm
MoDOT has begun work to replace the Katy Trail bridge on the east side of the Rocheport tunnel and expects to complete the project in May. There will be a 4 mile detour onto State Hwy 40 and the Hwy240 Spur that comes into Rocheport from the north.
As a courtesy to School House guests, if you do not want to ride on the highway detour, we can provide a shuttle for you and your bike from the Davisdale Conversation Area parking lot to Rocheport or vice versa. Please let us know when booking if you wish to take advantage of our shuttle service and if so which direction (east or west) you are traveling. In our response to your reservation we will provide contact information for pick up time arrangements on the day of your arrival at the School House.
A Winter Wonderland in Rocheport 4 Feb 2011, 8:47 am
We had at least 18" of snow here on February 1st turning the town into a winter wonderland! Cross-country skiing on the Katy Trail anyone?
Inn the News 1 Dec 2010, 8:35 am
.The School House B&B was honored to be featured in the Columbia Daily Tribune.
Click here for the full story!
