The Inn

The Benefield House Bed & Breakfast has three common rooms where guests may gather, all exquisitely decorated in the style of the 1890′s Victorian Era, yet very cozy. So please, come in…make yourself at home!

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Drawing Room was the most lavish room in the Victorian house. The Benefield House is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and the marker states that the Drawing Room held many social affairs when Jefferson was a leading port in Texas. It is that atmosphere that we recreate with bold colors of red and gold floral wallpaper. The chandelier and silk drapes are original to the house. Feel free to use the writing desk and our complimentary stationary and cards.

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe Back Parlor is a masculine example of Victorian living with dark green wallpaper, walnut stained bead-board, a fireplace with large mirrored mantle, and three stained glass windows. There is an antique Pump Organ that, although modified through the years, still plays for anyone ambitious enough to try! Sit and read a book, play a board game, or do a puzzle. This room is so comfortable you may just want to sit there and do nothing.

diningroomheaderdining2_jpg_430x0The Dining Room boasts a gorgeous antique chandelier and mahogany table with gold inlay and matching chairs, sideboard, and china cabinet. The china cabinet is filled with a unique collection of hammered aluminum. There is also a beautiful display of antique fans from the many travels of Donna’s grandparents, from Sicily to Vegas. This sunny room is the perfect setting for your four course gourmet breakfast.

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERASit and relax on the front porch or side deck and overlook the lush green grounds and listen to the birds serenade you as you watch the world go by. Stroll our spacious and well-manicured gardens, or just sit on the porch and enjoy the peaceful calm that you’ve been in need of
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Below is just a sample of some of the scrumptious dining pleasures that await you at the Benefield House. Please be sure to inform us of any dietary needs or allergies.

    • Cantaloupe Butterfly: A twist on a Fruit salad. This whimsical butterfly is certainly good enough to eat. With blueberries, strawberries, grapes and of course cantaloupe. A dollop of whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon sure add more than just "body" to this course.
    • Fruit Parfait: Layers of Stonyfield Farms French Vanilla yogurt and seasonal fresh fruits, sprinkled with Barenaked granola.
    • Chocolate Farina: Farina is finely ground wheat and is a courser texture than the well known grits. I make this Farina dish with a bit of cream, butter and chocolate! Just enough to get you ready for your main entree. This just may be my signature side.
    • My Favorite Omelet: Vidalia onion, red pepper, green peppers and mushrooms, on a pillow of fluffy eggs and cheddar cheese.
    • Hash brown Crusted Ham & Cheese Quiche: A crust of crispy hash browns is the perfect nest for these fluffy eggs, ham & cheddar cheese. Definitely a "man's" quiche!
      Homemade Chocolate Waffles: Individually made with Grandma's Waffle maker. Light and fluffy, with a hint of delectable chocolate. Not too sweet.
    • Pancakes with Banana Flambe syrup: As light and fluffy as humidity of the day allows. These buttermilk pancakes are topped with a warm homemade syrup, bananas and walnuts.
      Fruit Crepe's: filled with a cheese filling and one of the following fruits, strawberry, blueberry, pear, peaches, apples, lightly drizzled with warm Hazel nut and chocolate syrup.
    • Sausage Crepes: Best of both worlds. This savory, sauteed sausage filled crepe is will leave you loving crepes for sure.
    • Meats: Bacon, sausage patties, sausage links, ham steaks and for our non-pork eating guests we offer turkey bacon and turkey sausage.

Potatoes: Prepared in various ways, but always seasoned in my families traditional way using only herbs and spices.

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