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Surrounding Area
Located just 50 feet from the level, scenic 16 mile Ralph LaRue West Fork River Trail, The Gillum House Bed & Breakfast is the perfect accommodation to see all of north central West Virginia. Within 60 miles or less, one finds over 20 antique shops, 9 State Parks, 3 colleges, 3 universities, 9 of the 17 remaining covered bridges in the State, and many historic sites. Covered Bridge Tour Itineraries available to our guests. Gift certificates are available. See our web site for our Specials and Packages.
Accommodations
Located 1 block from the downtown business district and a contributing factor in the Shinnston Historic Landmark District, The Gillum House Bed & Breakfast has accessibility with all the pluses of small town America in this city of 2500. Come back to Granny's house with the wonderful woodwork and craftsmanship of a 1912 house. A smoke-free, pet-free accommodation, the Gillum has 3 second floor guestrooms.The Gillum Room has a private bath and Rosi's and the Harris share a.bathroom that has a 60 in. shower. Both rooms are equipped with emergency facilities, there is a chamber pot under every bed! Relax on the large front porch or in the side yard as the gentle breeze carries the aroma of the herbs growing around the house.
Rooms/Suites
Rosi's Room has a Windsor-style double bed, antique furnishings, paintings by John Panek, and a wonderful oak mantle. Rosemary claimed this room as her own forever when she wrote her loves on the wallpaper (sorry, it has been removed).
The Harris Room is named for Rosemary's Grandmother who purchased the house from the Gillum family in the 1970's. It reflects the "down-home", warm friendliness of the family with the large rocking chair in the reading nook and the antique handmade quilt on the double bed. The lovely mantle, antique dresser, and antique lamps complete the warmth of this room. The paintings in this room are by John Panek and Sue Panek (his sister).
The Gillum Room exudes romance. From the 4 poster queen-size bed with its pillow-top mattress and down-filled comforter to the fresh flower on the mirrored mantle to the private bath with the claw-foot tub with dimmer switch for the light over the tub (also a 48 in. shower), this is obviously a room for lovers.
The Harris Room is named for Rosemary's Grandmother who purchased the house from the Gillum family in the 1970's. It reflects the "down-home", warm friendliness of the family with the large rocking chair in the reading nook and the antique handmade quilt on the double bed. The lovely mantle, antique dresser, and antique lamps complete the warmth of this room. The paintings in this room are by John Panek and Sue Panek (his sister).
The Gillum Room exudes romance. From the 4 poster queen-size bed with its pillow-top mattress and down-filled comforter to the fresh flower on the mirrored mantle to the private bath with the claw-foot tub with dimmer switch for the light over the tub (also a 48 in. shower), this is obviously a room for lovers.
Services Offered
Bicycle are available for the use of our guests. A donation to the Lord's Pantry (local food bank) is suggested for use of the 21 speed Bianchi bikes. An overnight stable facility for your horses should you wish to horseback ride on the trail (or stable overnight) is minutes away and adjoins the trail. Make arrangements for a massage when you make your reservations (massage therapist comes to the B & B by appointment - Swedish massage or deep-tissue). Dinner packages are available.
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