What a warm welcome by Gail & Duke. This place is very lovely and welcoming. Shortly after our…read morearrival we were offered complementary homemade cookies, water and sodas from the fridge. Duke has carved out in 1 mile trail at the back of the property. It was a nice leisurely walk after such a long drive. The rooms are absolutely spotless and the beds are very homey, comfortable and clean. Free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Gail asked what type of breakfast we wanted in the morning and asked what time we would like it prepared. This place is PERFECT!! If I find myself within 100 miles of this place ever again I will make the effort to stay here I would highly recommend it!!

Great hosts, beautiful and peaceful.read more

My fiance booked a getaway trip for us for one night in Feb. A few days prior to our reservation,…read morehe receives a call that they had a broken pipe and no water in the home and would need to reschedule. Understandable. So, they rescheduled us for a month later when the room was available again. The day before, my fiance called to confirm our reservation was still good, since they never called a few days prior like they had stated they would, and was told we were good to go for the next day. We packed, took our dogs to the dog sitter and we're about to head out, when hrs before our check in time he received a text that they had pest control services happening and were unable to make the upstairs beds so they would need to again reschedule the reservation. How can this even be true when he spoke to the lady the day prior?!?! You didn't know pest control was coming the next day?!?! Was told once again they would need to reschedule but didn't know when the room was available till Monday. Here it is Thursday, and no call to reschedule. Absolutely horrible service!!!! Sorry we didn't care to do the money maker murder mystery, I assume this is why we keep getting excuses as to why we have to be rescheduled, but we still deserved better service than what we have received. Do better!!!!

The food was absolutely wonderful. The whole experience of the the murder mystery was very fun and…read moreour group is already planning to do it again.

I had the opportunity to stay at Ballard's by the Lake Bed and Breakfast and Event Center on…read moreNovember 16, 2023. If you are looking for peace and quiet, you must add this to your list! I was warmly greeted with a genuine smile by the proprietor, Mr. Leverette, who spared no expense in creating a calm, cheerful, and comfortable space to relax, work remotely, or sleep in without any disturbance or distractions. The 1 bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment has everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable stay. It is nicely equipped with beautiful, modern amenities to include a full-size refrigerator, coffee bar, full stove/oven, microwave, full bath with a blow dryer, 65-inch flat screen television, Wi-Fi, soft comfortable couch, private office space with desk, and beautiful lake views from the open-plan living area and bedroom. The décor is first-class flowing with shades of blues, tans, and neutrals that blend so well, you cannot help but feel you are in a safe and serene space. This is no exaggeration - it is truly a wooded paradise. Even though everything is well-placed and put together, there is no need to feel as though you cannot touch anything - everything is impeccably clean and comfortable, sanitized and shining, alluring, and inviting. You can easily sit and put your feet up without a worry or care in the world for your safety or security. The secluded but easily reached spot is quiet yet mesmerizing. You can simply stay inside and blissfully stare out the window or engage in something more active such as walking or biking around the lake, taking in the sights, and sounds of nature or relaxing by the fire pit. Nestled in a wooded area across the street from well stocked and picturesque Langston Lake, you can sit out back and listen to the crickets at night or look up at the stars. It is simply the ideal place to relax and recharge. The next time you feel worn down and in need of rest for your mind, body, and soul, I invite you to plan an escape to Ballard's by the Lake. Whether a lengthy stay or an overnight get-away, Ballard's BTL is an ideal choice for the novice, as well as the seasoned traveler. I guarantee your first stay will not be your last. 5 Stars - highly recommend! - H.B.

We celebrated our 25-year anniversary here in late May. The weather was incredible, the room was…read morequaint, and the extras were endless. When it was cloudy, we went on a treck around the pond. (Bring bug spray and check for ticks) The natural landscaping was intoxicating with honeysuckle as far as you could see with cute little eccentric touches throughout the property. We planned our days with swimming, fishing, napping, and dinner, too. Jamil's Steak House was wonderful and recommended by our hosts. We ate off site a couple of times, but we enjoyed brunch with our host, Heather, the most in the common area. The fishing was eventful with about 12 snags of different kinds, blue gill, perch, big mouth bass, and crappie. The husband smiled ear-to-ear on the dock, pulling one out right after another. The Cottage came fully equipped, and the bed was super soft! We came to relax and that is just the prescription we received! Oh yeah! The ground pets, Larry, his brother Darrell and his other brother Darrell were a great comical team!

We attended a small, intimate wedding here and loved each minute of our time on site…read more (I'm old enough to remember when there was still a working monastery here!) Beautiful grounds Warm and friendly owners

Great place good ambience breakfast service staff beds its a great place to stay if you like ifread more

Stayed at the Wang Shi Palace a few years ago as it's near our house and my then 6 yo daughter had…read moresomehow spotted the entrance and wanted to check it out. The property is beautiful and as soon as you see the entrance to the hotel, you feel like you've been transported somewhere magical. Check in was quick and easy, staff and Victoria the owner, were so kind and welcoming. They were so sweet to my daughter, showed her all around the hotel and Victoria even generously gifted her a stuffed panda bear that she still loves. The indoor pool and hot tub were top notch, clean and relaxing. We had a blast swimming. Breakfast was delicious. We will stay there again even though it's just around the corner because it's such a special place

We stayed at the Judges Chambers two nights for my nieces wedding. The house is amazing with an…read moreamazing history. Everything was in perfect condition. Breakfast was terrific. Never had a better B&B experience.

My husband and I spent our first anniversary weekend here. What an incredible house! From the…read morewoodwork to the fireplaces to the antique furniture to the clawfoot tubs to the decor, this place is absolutely stunning! Robin is an absolute jewel, and her breakfast was delicious! She made us feel so welcome, and she even carried a breakfast tray up three flights of stairs because I slept in! That's dedication! Because it was our anniversary, she left us a lovely assortment of chocolates, wine, beautiful roses, and a card, which was extra sweet. Plus, if you are very, very, very lucky, you will get to meet Winston, who is easily the most handsome boy in the whole world. We will definitely come back and might even make it tradition!