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The Carleton House

3.0 star property

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Set amidst lush greenery, this classic building offers a serene retreat.
Enjoy a tranquil atmosphere with a view of lush greenery through the stained glass window, accompanied by a vase of flowers and a decorative statue.
Relax in a serene garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and shaded by a charming pergola.
A beautifully set dining table with fine tableware, a vase with flowers, and a window view.
Traditional room with floral wallpaper, classic wardrobe, and lace tablecloth.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
803 N Main Street, Bonham, TX, 75418
  • Sam Rayburn Library and Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Sam Rayburn House Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bonham State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Cottage, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Double Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, Private Bathroom (May's Room Adults Only)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Accessible, 2 Bathrooms

  • 1270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Room, Private Bathroom (Lillian's Room Adults Only)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Elite Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 310 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Private Bathroom

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About this property

The Carleton House

3-star Bonham B&B with rooftop terrace
A restaurant, a snack bar/deli, and a rooftop terrace are available at this smoke-free bed & breakfast. Free full breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and spa services. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Carleton House offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottled water. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Bonham bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2020.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.
Dining options at the bed & breakfast include a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Guests are offered a complimentary breakfast each morning and a complimentary manager's reception is offered on select days. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Victorian bed & breakfast also offers a rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library. Wedding services and tour/ticket assistance can be provided. Complimentary self parking is available on site. Guests can use the health club at a partner property.

The Carleton House is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered on select days.
Carleton House - Onsite fine-dining restaurant.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Carleton House

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Library
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Children's toys
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1888
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renovated guestrooms - June 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 37.00
  • Christmas Day (December 25) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 30.00
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 30.00
  • New Year's Day (January 1) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25.00 (from 16 to 18 years old)
  • Valentine's Day (February 14) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 37.00
  • Valentine's Day (14 February) Gala Dinner per child: USD 27.00 (from 16 to 18 years old)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds, sofa beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Carleton House B&B Bonham
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Carleton House Bonham
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The Carleton House Bonham
The Carleton House Bed & breakfast
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The Carleton House Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

J'Lynne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time at a Bed & Breakfast. The couple were very sweet and pleasurable. Nice place! Liked the private bath.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you arr looking for an old historic home for a bed and breakfast experience, this is the place. Great hosts and wonderful breakfast included. Beats the holiday inn by far.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Get-Away

The "whole house" experience is nice. Owner welcomed us in, gave us a history of the house (and our room in particular). Nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than staying a chain...

Soulfully Americana without effort…because that’s just what they are. As someone that was born and raised country but long since has resided in the city, it makes me feel warm to know these people and places exist. Warmer still to visit them. Strongly suggested for a large group, meetings, or romantic weekends. They play music well and serve breakfast. How could it be better?
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a very nice visit! Breakfast was very good. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Michaelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little B&B

Nice little B&B. Awesome antiques and friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018