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Museum Hill
Bed&Breakfast has a fascinating History
On a hill overlooking downtown
St. Joseph, Missouri, the original three-story 1880s Italianate
Mansion was built for a prominent grocer named George Kennard. In
1910, the house was purchased by Ernest E. Chase, owner of the Chase
Candy Company who "invented" the famous "Cherry
Mash" candy bar. In the same year, Mr. Chase commissioned the
construction of a grand addition to the south end of the home. Two of
our guest rooms are located in this 1910 addition.
You can read about us inside
This Old House, October 2002 edition.
Twice, the house was spotlighted
in "This Old House" magazine in its "save this old
house" section, in 1995 and in 2002, and in the Missouri Life Magazine.
A fire in the Fall of 1995 had
ripped the roof off the third story and caused extensive damage
throughout the home. The house was condemned, and what then seemed a
remains doomed to the wrecking ball was viewed as having "lots
of potential" to John Wood. His newly-wed bride, Karen,
reluctantly agreed to the purchase, and together they began the
nearly six-year journey of restoration. John's handyman skills, many
helping hands and a lot of prayers brought about this renovation
achievement - a tribute to John and Karen's visionary determination
and commitment. From Mansion to condemned and restored to a Mansion again.
Located in the historic Museum
Hill District of St. Joseph, Missouri, this architectural gem with
its original woodwork preserved offers four elegant guest rooms each
with private bath and beautiful furnishings. Enjoy a full breakfast
and a well-stocked guest kitchen. You can walk to restaurants,
shopping, museums, an art gallery, a movie theatre, and the symphony
as well as other performing art shows in the famous Missouri Theatre.
Your hosts: John &
Beth Courter
Today, John and Beth Courter own
and manage the Museum Hill Bed&Breakfast. John is a retired Navy
veteran after 21 years as a hospitality specialist traveling the
world. His education includes school at the Culinary Institute of
America in St. Helena, California. He is a Certified Executive
Hospitality Manager from the American Lodging Institute. John does
event consulting and volunteer work as a mentor for students in the
hospitality industry in his spare time.
Beth is retired from a 21 year
US Postal Career. She has been called Betty Crocker and Martha
Stewart from all friends and family. She loves decorating, consulting
and interior design. She is a Red Hatter and Former Vice Chair of the
Christian Women's Organization in Pomona, California.
Beth and John want you to enjoy
a distinct and unique experience unequal to any other while staying
in St. Joseph at their Museum Hill Bed and Breakfast. Take a step
back in time as you enjoy the historical St. Joseph's most elegant
homes. Enjoy the most magnificent view of the city, take a leisure
stroll downtown, relax with a glass of wine on the porch, enrich
yourself in time travel visiting all 12 museums while staying in a
130 year old house that is literally a museum in itself. Welcome to
St. Joseph, Missouri. Make your stay a memorable one full of
"going back in time" beginning by staying at Museum Hill Bed&Breakfast.
We look forward to meeting you. |
