Inn 1816 Postoffice Bed and Breakfast

Foyer
This lovely Victorian home was originally built in 1886 by Galveston businessman, Theodore Ohmstede. Built to last this 123 year old home has withstood numerous hurricane, including tlhe Great Storm of 1900, Carla '61, Alicia '83, and Ike '08. Until 1995 the home served as a private residence or a boarding house. At that time the home was purchased by the present owners who bought it for the purpose of turning it into a Bed and Breakfast Inn. The Inn offers 5 lovely rooms, all with private baths, one with a Jucuzzi for two. Enjoy a full breakfast each morning in our dining room. We invite you to come and experienc our lovely Inn, stroll in our beautiful gardens, relax in the Gulf breezes on one of our terrance porches, and enjoy a restful respite from your everyday cares. Allow us to make your vacation retreat a memorable experience. Call 1-888-558-9444 for reservaions.

Parlor
Take a few minutes to enjoyed our newly decorated parlor.

Dinning Room
Our dining room awaits your morning pleasure to get your day started off just right. Menus include a full breakfast consisting of assorted hot and cold cereals, juice, milk, coffee, tea, and always a complete hot entree. Your entree is accompanied by breakfast meats and fruits or some scrumtious creation by our resident chef.

Front Porch
Enjoy the Island breeze while sipping an early morning cup of the coffee or late afternoon glass of wine or lemonade on our front porch. Surrounded by beautiful plants and greenery this is truly a glimpse of our Island paradise.

The Gain Room
Originally the master bedroom for Theodore and Eleanor Ohmstede this large room features a King-Size bed, writing table, and comfortable sitting area. Clearly one of our most popular rooms, the bath area includes a Jacuzzi for two. This room also features: small refrigerator, central heat/air, wireless internet access, ceiling fan, radio/alarm clock, hair dryer, and color cable TV. This room is perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, or romantic getaways.

Galveston Room
The antique furnishings in this room have aged with the home. Galveston prints and wall hangings include a copy of the original owner's citizenship papers, first obtained in October of 1872. Also included are family prints from the turn of the century, and more current photos of the Ohmstede family as it exists today. This beautiful room includes a Queen size bed and private bath. The bath area is furnished with an antique cast iron tub with French shower (telephone shower). The room features a writing desk, central heat/air, wireless internet access, ceiling fan, radio/alarm clock, small refrigerator, hair dryer and color cable TV.

Theodore Room
This room was originally the family's guest room. Now named for the original owner, Theodore Ohmstede, this room touts a beautiful Queen Size Four-Poster Fiberbed. The private bath includes a shower, English commode ensemble, and pedestal china sink. The 1886 Walk-through windows adjoins a front verandah which overlooks our beautiful gardens. Wicker furniture offers an inviting visit to early morning or late afternoon gulf breezes. Also featured are central heat/air, wireless internet access, ceiling fan, radio/alarm clock, hair dryer, small refrigerator, and color cable TV. Theodore's 82 year old grandson, Theodore Ohmstede Bartholow, recently spent the night in this room and treated us to a special notation in the rooms's guestbook.

Garden Room
This large, private King room is decorated with heirlooms of the owners' families. The private bath has an antique pedestal cast iron tub with shower, and an antique washstand. Features of this room are central heat/air, ceiling fan, hair dryer, radio/alarm clock, and a small refrigerator. Come and enjoy the originality of this special room.