The Baxter House Bed & Breakfast

We had a fantastic stay at the Baxter House. It was in easy walking distance of Downtown Ann Arbor, and of UM. Kathleen was the friendliest of innkeepers, and very knowledgeable on what to do and see. Breakfast was delicious in the cozy kitchen, with a thunderstorm going on outside. We’ll stay again.

Five stars PLUS! Kathleen is an excellent host — intelligent, articulate and charming. Her home is lovely. Light, bright, clean, spacious. Much more like visiting the home of a dear friend. Not gingerbread «bed and breakfast» at all — clean modern lines, lots of hot water, very modern and uncluttered. YAY! Great location walking distance from everything yet tucked away in a residential district. Clearly a home in which a lot of love and thought and care has been invested. We called Kathleen with very short notice and she was gracious about accommodating, flexible with our schedule, and a joy to deal with. Bedroom was clean, light, bright, very comfortable. Bathroom was sparkling, lovely modern fixtures, plenty of hot water. Kathleen’s Hippie Hash (breakfast) was great, she is able to accommodate any breakfast needs/​wants and her recommendations for local activities were spot on. Expresso with steamed ½ and ½ made breakfast complete. Wish we could have stayed longer, we will definitely be back again, and sure hope Kathleen will come visit us on the Left Coast as promised.

What else can I say perfect lighting, ambiance, breakfast, and the owner Kathleen is fantastic! Ideally located next to downtown! The house is located just blocks from Zingerman’s, the Ann Arbor Farmers Market, and the Huron River trail and cascades, but just far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the University of Michigan craziness. Very good wifi. The breakfasts prepared by Kathleen are fantastic and she is extremely receptive to vegans, vegetarians, and meat eaters alike. I strongly encourage anyone who stays here to engage Kathleen in conversation because she has quite a bit of insight into a variety of topics nationally and in Michigan having worked in early childhood education for many years.

I had the pleasure of being the first guest at the Baxter House summer 2012 for a one-​week fellowship at University of Michigan. I had searched all the various sites, bed and breakfast options, on campus hotels, and even Airb&b. By chance, I came across the Baxter house. I was struck by the architecture and the story of Kathleen renovating her home and quickly I reserved the entire week to stay at the Baxter House, which is a great location — secluded, yet walking distance from Aut Bar, farmer’s market and the co-​op, and close to the Amtrak station. What was really fantastic, besides the warmth and kindness from Kathleen, great conversations, and delicious healthy breakfasts, Kathleen provided a bike for me to ride — which was perfect for getting a bit of exercise in and navigating throughout Ann Arbor and on campus. I consider Kathleen a friend (she helped me when I lost my cell phone, she made sure I caught my shuttle to the airport) and the Baxter House a second home. Next time I’m in Ann Arbor, I know where I will be staying!

I had a WONDERFUL stay at Kathleen’s Bed and Breakfast! I was there for 2 weeks while visiting the University of Michigan and she definitely made me feel right at home. The house is newly-​rennovated and spacious with a peaceful feel. Between Kathleen’s delicious meals (made mostly from nutritious, local foods) and sleeping on the most comfortable mattress ever, I didn’t want to leave. The house is a convenient 10 – 15 minute walk from the University, just down the street from the Kerrytown shops and farmers’ market, and in walking distance from several parks and running trails. I’m glad I found this gem and would recommend it to anyone!

This is a wonderful place to stay. The facitlity was fresh and clean and the owner Kathleen is such a doll. She made sure we would like the breakfast before she made it and was concerned that my kids were content. I would reccomend this B&B to my friends.