Picked one of the 2006 Top Ten Most Romantic Inns by American Historic Inns. Book now for a romantic stay. Please call or email to find out more.

Lauren Kernan Smith and Clark Smith were honored by their peers as the Innkeepers of the year in 2004. In July, 2007 we were honored to be chosen as one of the top ten B&B's for business travelers by USA Today. We have been featured in the Des Moines Register and the New York Times!.

Lauren and Clark look forward to being a part of your pleasurable experience while in Des Moines. Whether you are coming to Des Moines for business, family, romance, etc., we will do our very best to make your stay wonderful! We were honored to be chosen as one of the most romantic B&B's in North America in 2003. Click here to read about our honor!

Lots to do nearby!

There is so much to see and do in Des Moines. Butler House on Grand is located directly across from the Des Moines Art Center and Greenwood Park. Greenwood Park has a lovely rose garden, walking trails, swimming pool, playground equipment and a beautiful pond designed by world renowned landscape artist, Mary Miss. Bring your bike, if you want. We have a great bike trail that starts across the street too!