Wilson House Bed and Breakfast

Baltimore, United States

4.6

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13 reviews

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Description

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Historic-​Elegant-​Cosy-​Convenient

Winner of «Best B&B in Baltimore» 2012

Located near Johns Hopkins University, MICA, the University of Baltimore, and the Mt Vernon Arts District (Symphony/​Opera/​Dining of all sorts)

History

Established in 2004.

This Victorian home was built circa 1880 by one of the wealthiest men in Baltimore. The 10,000+ square foot four-​floored home has had a varied past. It was once owned by J. Kemp Bartlett, a law partner of William Jennings Bryant, Democratic presidential candidate in 1896, 1900, 1904 and 1908. In 1912, Bryant was head of the Democratic party but decided not to run. That year the Democratic National Convention was held blocks away. When the convention became deadlocked, Bryant invited the «kingmakers» here to announce that the only person who stood a chance was Woodrow Wilson. Over the next several days this house was the center of deal making that gave Woodrow Wilson the nomination and Presidency. He gave his acceptance speech from the governor’s summer home in New Jersey then again from the 2nd floor balcony of this house. The area declined during the Depression and was split into 12 apartments in WWII. Fortunately, many of the original details were preserved. It opened as a Bed and Br

Meet the Business Owner

Guy T.

Business Owner

As the owners of Wilson House Bed & Breakfast, Guy and Celia know the Baltimore area and its history better than anyone else. They love sharing all of the unique opportunities that Baltimore has to offer with visitors from around the world. Guy and Celia strive to fulfill the mission of Wilson House, to make all who come to the Bed and Breakfast feel comfortable and well taken care off. They hope that all guests, whether here for business or pleasure, enjoy their time in Baltimore and their stay at Wilson House. For those who have not yet visited, they look forward to serving you soon.