Beaumont Inn

Stayed here about 17 years ago and we were eager to return. The Inn is still very much a reflection of Old South gentility. The furniture and ambiance take you back in time. Room was comfortable. Only negative was a bit of a musty smell which we got used to after awhile. Breakfast in the restaurant was good, but not at the level I was expecting for an inn of this stature. Price was reasonable.

We drove 75 minutes each way today to attend the Friday buffet at the Beaumont Inn in Harrodsburg Ky. I would give everything about the experience 5 stars except for the food. The Beaumont Inn itself is very interesting and the service was excellent but the food was mediocre thus the 3 stars.

We had the pleasure of staying at Beaumont Inn this past weekend. It's absolutely full of charm and steeped in history. What a gem hidden away in Harrodsburg which is also the oldest town in kentucky. The food and bourbon were delectable. The antiques through out the Inn were so intriguing. Everyone we meet was friendly and accommodating. It definitely took me back to a quite and simpler time which was very welcomed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the inn and would recommend it to others especially if you enjoy bourbon! We had the privilege to have a private tasting with Dixon and he let us try some exceptional bourbons. But to top it off we had a generous pour of Kentucky Owl Batch 9. Absolutely a great tasting and experience We then had dinner in the main dining room of Beaumont Inn it was delicious and brought a taste of childhood memories like only southern cooking can. We started with the charcuterie board which had some of their famous 2 year old cured country ham. We of course had to have the fried green tomatoes. I had the classic Beaumont Inn dinner which has their "Yellow Legged" fried chicken atop of more ham! Completed with their signature corn pudding and green beans. Then as if that wasn't enough I had the General Lee Orange Lemon cake A la mode. Delicious! Oh then I needed a coffee with kahlua and baileys they happily obliged and added whipped cream. Southern hospitality at its best! Included in your room stay is delicious breakfast made to order! I had eggs over easy cooked perfectly I might add! With a side of biscuits and gravy (almost as good as my Mamaw's) and delicious corn meal batter cakes so sweet and hit the spot after a night of bourbon! It was a perfect way to end our visit! Until next time Beaumont Inn!

A historic landmark, this former women's college turned inn is a hidden gem of the bourbon trail. The Dedman family have run it for generations. The antique bedrooms, sloping staircases, and period portraits are like staying in a living museum, with a great place to eat, the Owl Tavern, and a cool craft bar, the Owl's nest. Their breakfast, eggs plus two items, is complimentary and served in the original dining room. The two-year dry cured ham is something wonderful to try.This is also ground zero for Kentucky Owl fans. Dixon Dedman revived his family's pre-Prohibition brand, and it's become one of the best selling craft whiskies in the world! He did it right here in the tasting rooms where you can meet him and talk bourbons and ryes.A great place to stay, especially if you're on the bourbon trail!

My family and I were guests at the Beaumont Inn when we were recently in town for a wedding. The Inn was one of the nicer places to stay in the area and a great fit for some of the older members of the family who wanted to be close to the wedding venue. From the moment you walk into the front doors you feel as if you are stepping back in time. The main house feels more like a museum. The furniture, curtains, art, and other decorations date back to the 19th and 20th century. While I didn't want to sit on any of the old pieces in fear of accidentally breaking something, It was an interesting space to look around and discover some unique pieces of their collection. The inn use to be a girls school and has changed uses over the years. The current owners do a wonderful job celebrating the building and land's history while still operating a functional space. As for our stay, the rooms were very comfortable, clean, and well taken care of. Some of us stayed in the main building and another group of us were in the newer building across. Both were easy to move around in and we had no issues. The staff were all very friendly and there are porters on site until 9 or 10 in the evening in case you need assistance. There weren't elevators in the building we stayed in and a couple of flights of stairs. We didn't mind, but something to keep in mind. The main building does have an elevator, but it is not large. There is a computer and printer for guests to use in the main building. We wanted to print our plane tickets for our return trip home, but couldn't get it to work.cWe ate in the main dining room for both breakfast and a dinner. The food was delicious and the service extremely friendly. The cocktail list was impressive and many of them packed a punch! There is at least one other restaurant (maybe two) that also provide lunch and dinner options. None of the dining options are open on Sunday so be prepared to eat off site that day if you are staying into the week. Although it was quite warm when we stayed the pool was closed. It is closed starting Labor Day so just know that before bringing your bathing suit. There is also a small gift shop with local goods from the area that made perfect souvenirs! Inn guests receive 15% off total purchase when you show your room key.

The Beaumont Inn is a feeling, a memory, a place in time. When I walk in my mind decompresses, nostalgia kicks in and my stress goes down. I think it's the way the place smells. It reminds me of walking into my Grandma's house 30 years ago. I feel bad for the folks writing negative reviews of this place. I don't think they can understand what it's all about. They don't understand what it is to relax and soak in the atmosphere, the history and the quiet calmness. They don't understand how to enjoy sitting on the front porch and watch people walk by, wonder why they're here, say hello and ask why, look at the old trees, think about the people who lived here a hundred years ago, watch the sun go down. I don't care that the knobs are a little loose on some things, that the floor creaks everywhere, that I can hear a toilet flush in another room, that the caulk on the tub is a little dated and needs to be replaced, that the restaurant closed at 9:00. Seriously? That's what makes this place feel like I'm staying with family, at my granny's house. I wake up expecting to smell bacon and coffee. Then I go get me some!Everytime I walk into the Inn I notice something new that I didn't notice before. I always appreciate where I am and the fact that this place still exists and that the Dedmans are committed to making it available to me. This place is a rare experience. If you come with simple expectations and simple needs you'll be very happy and very relaxed. Just enjoy the setting, the surroundings, the nostalgia, the history, the rarity. It's really a sensory experience. This place is for people who view the world with their heart, guts, emotions, memories, empathy, etc. It's not for the self absorbed, hyper-analytical, hyper-critical, over-opinionated, social media obsessed types who want to focus on "amenities". Get over yourselves.Apologies for seeming so sappy and overly emotional about this. But, it's been a rough year and a half, and my recent stay at the Beaumont Inn, after several years since my last visit, brought back a flood of memories and good feelings and reminded me that there are still calm, friendly places tucked away in the corners of a mean, angry world.If you understand what I'm trying to say here then you'll understand and appreciate what the Beaumont Inn offers. If you don't then I hope, for your sake, you'll be able to one day.

Stopped by here and had a quick bite to eat while out driving around enjoying the country views. The restaurant, staff, and ambience were perfect. The food was a solid 5 out of 10. My wife the classic Beaumont dinner and the fried chicken tasted as if it was bought at Kroger. The country ham had a nice smoke but the salt level was intense. My son had the burger and he did enjoy that. I had the special, it was country fried steak. I ordered fries and a side salad to go with it. The country fried steak was exactly what you get in a bag at Walmart with a white gravy and I already eaten before my fries came to the table. It seemed as everyone there knew each other and were talking about the new school year. You felt like you were immersed in the community and I really wish the food was better because this would have been a really good restaurant. I will go back again to see if it was just a flawed dinner but for now it's a three out of five.

Delicious southern inspired cuisine. Best fried chicken and ribs we've ever eaten. Desserts are all homemade. Must try the banana cake and bread pudding

We rented a room for a small party for dinner. The food was excellent, the service was great and the surroundings were lovely. Great evening

we had our 50 th wedding anniversary party . They set up the room to our liking , did exactly what we wanted and bent over to do what we needed It was fabulous. I can not say enough about staff and management. They were fantastic.