With its original hardwood doors, moulding and garden restored to perfection, The Eliza Thompson House B&B welcomes guests with elegance and authenticity. Visitors to the inn now have another glimpse of days past, as the mantle and wall behind the parlor fireplace were recently restored.

Recently, a beautiful heart of pine wall and hearth were discovered underneath layers of paint and plaster in the parlor, an area of the house added by Eliza in the 1870s. The heart of pine wall was being stripped of paint and plaster and was refinished to restore historical authenticity and charm to the inn.

“The wood around the fire place is beautiful,” said Susan Powers, innkeeper. “by restoring the wall and hearth to its original design, we’re completing part of the picture of the actual home where Eliza Thompson lived 161 years ago.”

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About the Inn

Eliza Thompson built her fabulous home in 1847, a prosperous time in Savannah where elegant parties in fine homes were popular. Today, the Eliza Thompson House is one of the city's oldest and most elegant bed and breakfast inns.

This award-winning Inn is located on historic Jones Street, one of Savannah's most charming downtown addresses. The Inn is within walking distance to shops, antique stores, museum houses, civil war memorials, beautiful old churches and Savannah's finest restaurants.

The Eliza Thompson House consists of 12 rooms in the "Main House" and 13 rooms in Eliza's own "Carriage House," which overlooks the courtyard. Each guestroom is tastefully & uniquely furnished with period furnishings and modern amenities. Each has a private bath.

The Courtyard

Savannah’s charm will captivate you throughout your visit, but nowhere will you be more relaxed than in Eliza Thompson House’s own private courtyard. Lush greenery and moss covered crepe myrtle trees compliment the courtyard’s focal point: a flowing Ivan Bailey fountain. Japanese Koi grace a small pool at the base of the fountain, and delightful benches, table and chairs tucked into corners provide several places for you to enjoy a slow paced afternoon in Savannah. Check out the uniquely styled Garden Courtyard Rooms.

Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access is available in all guest rooms and public areas.

A collection of six locally-owned-and-operated inns in Savannah's historic district-all award-winning for capturing Savannah's true essence and offering the ideal balance of comfort and elegance.

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