The Clifton House Bed & Breakfast

The Clifton House is located in the charming college community of Clifton, a historic gaslit area of older homes.

We are within two blocks of the Ludlow Business District, one of Cincinnati's most unique shopping experiences, with many eclectic boutiques, a bookstore, movie theatre, wine shop and many restaurants.

5 minutes from downtown Cincinnati
20 minutes from Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
University of Cincinnati
Hebrew Union College
Xavier University
Shriner's, Children's, Good Samaritan & University Hospitals
     
A Classical Revival manor home built in 1900 by Cincinnati financier Henry Morgenthaler in the unique neighborhood of Gaslight Clifton.


This recently refurbished mansion built in 1900 offers five unique guest rooms and the cottage, each with a private bath, queen size bed, individually controlled central air conditioning, phone, TV and ceiling fan.

The large formal entry hall with sweeping staircase invites you to step back in time. The large dining room, parlor and library, decorated with antique furnishings, are comfortable and inviting for both travelers and business guests.

Relax with afternoon tea or wine on our 50-foot wrap-around porch. Wake up to the enticing aroma of a full breakfast served each morning. Baked treats are always available in the charming butler's pantry.

Walk to fine restaurants, eclectic boutiques and Cincinnati's oldest movie theater. We are minutes from the University of Cincinnati, Hebrew Union College, The Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College and major area hospitals.

The Clifton House offers a "home away from home" for both travelers and business guests. We are one block from the Ludlow Business District and guests can walk to many restaurants and shops.
 

Enjoy our large collection of books in the library and learn about Cincinnati's rich history, play our restored vintage player piano, relax on the large wrap-around porch with an evening glass of wine.

A full gourmet breakfast is served each morning in the formal dining room. Guests staying in the Clifton Cottage simply ring the kitchen and coffee is on the way! Breakfast can be served in the cottage if you prefer. We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs. Coffee and tea are served in the upstairs hallway each morning.

Bird Watchers will be delighted with the variety of bird species around our house! Hikers will be happy to know they can explore many trails in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area. Bikers will find great riding through the many Cincinnati and Kentucky parks. Maps and directions available in our lobby.

Each of the uniquely decorated rooms has a charm of its own. All rooms have guest-controlled air conditioning, televisions, telephones, wireless Internet, hairdryer, writing desk, comfortable chairs, iron and ironing board. FAX machine available for guest use.

The complimentary second floor refrigerator is always stocked with soft drinks, beer and water. Snacks available on second floor and fresh baked treats in the butler's pantry.

Wake up to sweet and savory aromas from our kitchen. Chef Stephanie Boertlein prepares a full gourmet breakfast each morning using ingredients from local farmers' markets and historic Findlay Market. Breakfast is served weekdays from 7:00 - 8:30 and 9:00 on weekends. Coffee and tea are available each morning in the upstairs hall.

Fall

• Vanilla and Ginger Poached Apples
• Sweet Potato Pancakes with Whipped Cinnamon Honey Butter
• Sausage

Winter

• Stone Fruit Sauté with Yogurt
• Creamy Peppered Polenta with Caramelized Onions
• Buttermilk Biscuits and Poached Eggs
• Applewood Smoked Bacon

Spring

• Mixed Berry Compote
• Spring Vegetable Frittata with Smoked Gouda and Spinach
• Toasted Brioche
• Goetta*

*A Cincinnati-German sausage made with pork and pin-oats.

Summer

• Honeyed Melon and Plump Blackberries
• Sugared Goat Cheese and Fruit Filled Crepes
• Peppered Bacon

All breakfasts include coffee, tea, assorted juices, toast or fresh baked goods.
We are happy to accommodate vegetarian or dietary restrictions.

The Clifton House offers an intimate setting for your wedding. Choose from a list of Cincinnati's premiere caterers for Your special event. Looking for an enjoyable weekend for your bridal party? The Clifton House is a wonderful, relaxing alternative where the entire party can stay together for dressing, photography and fun! We are happy to arrange a variety of services including hairdressers, make-up and massage in the house for your convenience.

The Clifton Cottage is perfect for the bride and groom, king size bed, Jacuzzi and full breakfast delivered in the morning.

"We had everything we needed to have a wonderful wedding. The cottage was great for getting ready. i was pampered all day in the cottage before our wedding. When I came into the main house it had been completely transformed for the wedding."

The Clifton House is located 20 minutes from Greater Cincinnati International Airport and five minutes to Downtown Cincinnati and Riverfront Parks.

Our Neighbors

• Walk to restaurants and shops.
• The Summit dining room at the Midwest Culinary Institute
• The Clifton Cultural Arts Center

Local Points of Interest

• Cincinnati Music Hall
• Cincinnati Art Museum
• Taft Museum of Art
• The Lois & Richard Rosenthal Center For Contemporary Art
• Mercantile Library
• Findlay Market
• The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens
• Paul Brown Stadium
• Great American Ballpark
• Newport Aquarium
• Kings Island

Colleges

• University of Cincinnati
• The Midwest Culinary Institute at
• Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
• Hebrew Union College
• Xavier University

Hospitals

• Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
• Shriner's Children's Hospital
• Good Samaritan Hospital
• Deaconess Hospital
• University Hospital

Fitness & Spas

• Campus Cyclery
• Running Spot
• Stone Steps 50K
• Eva's Esthetica
• Yoga on Ludlow

Antique Shops

• Grand Antique Mall
• Duck Creek Antique Mall

From I-71...

• William Howard Taft exit (South Bound Only)
• Stay in middle lane through University of Cincinnati
• Right on Clifton Avenue
• Bottom of hill Left on Terrace

From the North...

• I-75 south to Hopple St. exit
• At end of exit ramp, turn Left at light onto Hopple St.
• Stay on Hopple St. (this road veers to the Left and goes up the hill) The road changes its name to Martin Luther King
• At top of hill, take a Left at the light onto Clifton Ave.
• Stay on Clifton Ave. approximately 1/2 mile and take Left onto Terrace Ave.
• Go approximately 1/4 mile to intersection of Whitfield Ave.
• The Clifton House is at the corner on the right hand side (large red brick house with wrap around porch)

From the South (Including Airport)...

• From airport only: Take I-275 East to I-75 North.
• Travel time approx. 20-25 min.
• I-75 North to Hopple St. exit (exit is on your left)
• At end of exit ramp, turn Left at light onto Hopple St.
• Stay on Hopple St. (this road veers to the Left and goes up the hill) The road changes its name to Martin Luther King
• At top of hill, take a Left at the light onto Clifton Ave.
• Stay on Clifton Ave. approximately 1/2 mile and take Left onto Terrace Ave.
• Go approximately 1/4 mile to intersection of Whitfield Ave.
• The Clifton House is at the corner on the right hand side (large red brick house with a wrap around porch)

Notice

Please use outside directions as a reference only. Roads may be closed due to construction. These are the most accurate and up-to-date directions at this time.