Stay at a Bed and Breakfast in Kansas

Bed and Breakfasts are a neat alternative to hotels. They're quaint, quiet, and romantic and are sure to be a relaxing experience. Kansas has plenty of bed and breakfast options and here are some of the best I could find.

1. Windmill Inn: This bed and breakfast is located in Chapman, KS. The prairie style farm home was built in 1917 and has a large front porch. Each of the three guestrooms offer a private bath, always a plus. They offer an outside kennel for pets, if needed. This is one of the few bed and breakfasts I've found where smoking is actually permitted on the premises. (Front porch) Whether your in the hot tub or swinging under the elm tree, you're sure to have a good time at this one. For rates or other information, call them at 785-263-8755. You can also visit their website at www.access-one-com/windmill.

2. Hedrick's Bed and Breakfast Inn located in Nickerson, KS. This one is also an exotic animal farm and tours are included in your stay. This B&B offers 8 guest rooms, all with private baths. The front of this one reminds me of an old west movie. Some of the amenities include a game room, learning center, and a VCR in every room for you to enjoy a few of their large selection of movies. Enjoy a full country breakfast before going on one of their pony or camel rides. Questions... call 888-489-8039. On the web at www.hedricks.com.

3. Prairie Moon Bed and Breakfast. This B&B is located in Hutchinson, KS. They have three suites, each with a private bath and either a private porch or sun deck. A king or queen size bed as well as extra sleeping accommodations are available and each suite can sleep four people comfortably. Breakfast is served to your room. You will also enjoy your own phone and two VCR's. A video library is available for you. You will have your own kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker. For more information, call 620-662-8343. The website is www.prairiemoonbed.biz.

4. Serenity Bed and Breakfast Inn. Wichita, KS. This one is beautiful. Completely remodeled in 200, this bed and breakfast screams luxury. Modern amenities include, dry and steam saunas, a spa room, and a fitness room. In addition to that, there is free, high-speed wireless internet in every room, and a television with free cable. There are four guestrooms, each with a private bath. There is also a Jacuzzi suite. They provide a full breakfast as well as dinner and snacks when you wish. If you're really in the mood to pamper yourself, they offer facials and massages. For more information, call 800-281-0484. The website is www.serenitybedandbreakfast.com.

This is just a small piece of the pie. Kansas is loaded with many wonderful bed and breakfasts. A good place to find them is the Kansas Bed and Breakfast Association. They are www.kbba.com.