Hamilton House Bed & Breakfast Whitewater, Wisconsin Charming 1860 Second Empire Mansion Offers Comfort, Service and Elegance Just minutes from Madison, Milwaukee or Lake Geneva. Contact Info | Email this page to a Friend | Check Room Availability  | Click to see a map  | Additional Pages... Guest Rooms/Rates Business Travel  Weddings Our Favorite Recipes Special Packages Reservation Request Form   Availability Search: See which rooms are available during your stay. Check in: Check out: Powered by Webervations Clear search results Rooms Available from  to  Learn more about these rooms These are our base rates - certain discounts and/or charges may apply

All eight guestrooms include private baths. Seven of our eight guest rooms feature a whirlpool and or fireplace. Snuggle into the comfort of down bedding, and luxurious linens. In the morning, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in your room as you prepare for the day. A full breakfast will be served in the formal dining room by firelight. Refreshments and nightcaps are available throughout the day. A Refreshment center stocked with beverages and munchies is conveniently located in the guest area. The Refreshment center features a microwave and refrigerator accessible to guests at all times. Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and beverages as space in the refrigerator has been set aside for your use.

Just bring your clothes and a bottle of wine. Relax and unwind as the innkeepers take care of the details. Rooms are complete with Shampoo, soap, candles, and CD player. For your convenience we have made available: Tea, coffee, and soda; Popcorn and munchies; Wineglasses, openers and stoppers; Picnic baskets and mugs; Hair dryer, iron, and ironing board; Books, games and music.

Enjoy the convenience of personal Concierge services. Forgot something, just ask. We keep several personal care items on hand. We are happy to make dinner reservations for you or arrange for dinner to be ordered in. We can assist in making preparations for activities in the area.

Several common areas provide variety of options for your leisure time. Sun filled parlors provide a relaxing retreat for reading, playing parlor games, or conversation by the fireplaces. Enjoy quiet time together as a couple on the Gazebo porch. Soak up the sun during a game of Bocce Ball or Crockett. Swing away the cares of everyday life in the shade of the back garden. Walk to downtown shops and restaurants or stroll along our neighborhood streets as you admire the diverse architecture of historical buildings. Enjoy a picnic during a concert at the lake front park. Drive a short distance to a variety of entertainment and shopping options. Whether you like the excitement of mountain biking or the tranquility of sun bathing, you can discover a wide range of outdoor activities near by.

Area Attractions

Old World Wisconsin, Alpine Valley Music Theater, Irving Young Auditorium, Fireside Dinner Theater, Kettle Moraine State Park. Hiking, Biking, Skiing, kayaking, Hang gliding, Wall Climbing, Hot Air Balloons, Horse Back riding. Shopping, Golfing, Antiquing, Spas.

We endeavor to see that the details have thoughtfully been attended to. If we can do something to make your stay more comfortable, just ask. We will make every effort to accommodate all reasonable requests. Your imagination is the limit.

Options available for an additional fee
Add an extra touch to your stay with our Special Occasion embellishments: Sparkling beverage with glasses. Basket of late night snacks, customized gift basket, spa baskets, romantic picnic, chocolate, fresh flowers, dinner certificates, in room dinner, in room breakfast, in room massage, extended departure time, early arrival time, meeting space, event space. One week's notice is requested to arrange for these services.

Location
Conveniently located two hours from Chicago, one hour from Madison, Milwaukee and Kenosha, and 30 minutes from Lake Geneva.

History
The diverse history of this home began when the land was purchased in 1841. Dr. Greenman, the local dentist purchased the land in 1861 and completed construction in 1868.

The Posey family purchased the home in 1880 and made significant changes to the home, including hand painted tiles that can still be seen on the grand staircase.

Herbert Hamilton purchased the home in 1903 for $5,000. Since 1950 the home has suffered greatly until it was restored in the 1990s. It has changed hands many times, serving as rooming house, Sorority, Fraternity, doll museum, antique store, office building and finally a residence and Bed and Breakfast. The house played an important role in the underground railroad during the mid 1800's.

Hamilton House Bed & Breakfast is a member of the following associations:
   Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast Association

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