Olde Buffalo Inn Bed & Breakfast

s soon as you arrive at the Christian S. Stahly Olde Buffalo Inn Bed & Breakfast, you can tell your visit will be restful and peaceable. Set on two and half acres, the property is picturesque with its majestic 10,000 square foot red banked barn, red brick sidewalks, traditional windmill, all enclosed by a classic white wooden picket fence.

The history of the Inn extends over a 160 year period. Originally built in 1840 by a pioneer farmer, the house precedes the establishment of Nappanee in 1874. By the 20th century it had acquired the name "buffalo farm" during a time when the bison were characteristic of the area. The barn echoes with a history of its own as many of the surrounding Amish families once attended church here.

Today the original farmhouse still exists, after having endured restorations three decades ago to preserve its historical character. Also at that time, additional rooms were constructed to surround the original part of the house, thus providing the modern conveniences of today. Downstairs the original basement was transferred into a reproduction of a tavern in Williamaburg, Va. Enjoy the rustic ambience of the cellar or stroll amid nature on our open lawns. Play chess or the grand piano in our "common area". Come let yourself transcend back into a period in a historical atmosphere that will draw you back time and again.

Enjoy one of the house specialities for breakfast. "Stuffed French Toast", smothered with cream cheese and orange marmalade covered with powder sugar and cinnamon topped off with our local maple syrup. Gourmet coffee, orange juice, and a muffin freshly baked await you-a breakfast to die for.

GUEST ROOMS

VICTORIAN ROOM -- "Step Back in Time"-decorated in Queen Anne and Victorian furniture, original wide hardwood floors. Queen Bed, private bath, Cable TV, first floor

PARLOR ROOM -- "Step Back in Time" Antique White Mission Queen Bed adorn the room with hardwood floors. Victorian furniture and old pump organ, cable TV, private bath, first floor.

MASTER SUITE -- large suite with King-size bed, shower and separate bath tub for a relaxing soak-matching wing back chairs with like valances enhance the windows, feel comfortable in this ornate suite on first floor, cable TV

LAMARR'S SUITE -- named after our son, this quaint suite is accentuated with sky-lights and white wicker furniture, enjoy the privacy of this suite with two double beds, private sitting area, private bath with tub and shower, cable TV second floor

GINNY'S ROOM -- named after a dear niece who continues to hold ; special place in our hearts, this cheerful room has a four poster Cherry Queen bed, facing public golf course, private bathshower only, cable TV, second floor

BRASS ROOM -- tranquil room on first floor with four poster Antique Brass Queen Bed, relax in the uniqueness of this room, private bath-shower only, cable TV

GUEST ROOM -- Antique English Wardrobe and Dresser embellish this room with Queen size bed and private bath-shower only, watch the sun set as you enjoy a spot of tea from this room, cable TV, second floor.

DISTINCTIVE FEATURES:

• two suites and five guest rooms all with private baths
• air-conditioned-cable TV
• overlooking 18 hole public golf course
• rates include full hot breakfast
• complimentary refreshments in your room in the afternoon
• transportation to and from Nappanee Airport
• nominal charge for pick-up and delivery at the South Bend Airport
• Bicycles on premises and tours available
• Located in the heart of "AMISH COUNTRY"
• over 15 ANTIQUE SHOPS & mini malls
• daily flea market and weekly auction
• live play production in Round Barn Theatre
• special packages-Romance & Amish Tour
• heritage trail through Amish Country
• ART FESTIVAL-August
• APPLE FESTIVAL-September
• MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVAL-March
• fax and copier available
• Notre Dame 40 minutes, Shipshewana 40 minutes
• Chicago 100 miles, Indianapolis 125 miles