We're pleased to offer the following links to various sites of interest to our guests. (These links will open in a new window). Gulf Shores Plantation. Just a short drive west from the heart of Gulf Shores on historic Fort Morgan Road, Gulf Shores Plantation offers five pools, a heated indoor pool, lighted tennis courts, beach volleyball, an exercise room, steam room, jacuzzis and saunas. The condo is a fully furnished two bedroom two bath haven, complete with romantic balcony and ocean-side view. Laurel, MS The City Beautiful. With it's rich canopies of live oaks, beautifully sculpted public parks, enchantingly historic Downtown shopping, and exquisitely maintained homes, it is no wonder that Laurel bears the title of The City Beautiful. This gem of the South boasts three golf courses, several fishing and waterskiing destinations, secluded nature trails, and a recently completed 110-acre state-of-the-art sportsplex. Lauren Rogers Museum of Art. Founded in 1923 as a memorial to Lauren Eastman Rogers, the museum today contains one of the finest collections of 19th and 20th century art from Europe and America. Works by artists such as Winslow Homer, Walter Anderson, and John Singer Sargent adorn this graceful museum's halls. Professional Association of Innkeepers International. Considered by many to be the quintessential Bed and Breakfast resource site, the PAII seal assures that the traveller will receive the highest of quality in both service and appointments. The Laurel Inn is proud to be a member of the PAII.

803 North Second Avenue Laurel, Mississippi 39440 / innkeeper@laurelinn.com (601) 428-8773 or 800-290-5474 PIN# 92. The Laurel Inn Bed Breakfast is conveniently nestled in the heart of the historic district in. It is one of the most unique homes in the historic district and is listed on the National Registery of Historic Places. Whatever your reason: Romantic Getaway, Last Minute Escape, Adventure Trip, Time Alone, Relaxation/Rejuvenation, family visit or traveling for business, The Laurel Inn BB will provide you with the gracious Southern Hospitality that Mississippi is known for. Rates Accommodations. $100 Plus Tax per Night. Beautifully Appointed Suites each with Private Bathrooms. Your choice of Full-Service or Continental Breakfast. Complimentary Wireless Internet Access. Beautifully Appointed Suites. Meeting Rooms Available. Within Walking Distance of Historic Downtown Shopping Museums. Perfect for Weddings, Teas, Luncheons and Receptions. Come experience the specials touches of the Laurel Inn. Check In, 3:00 p.m. Check Out, 11:00 a.m. Come experience it for yourself. The Laurel Inn ~ Its Like Coming Home. innkeeper@laurelinn.com ooking for that one of a kind gift? Consider a special overnight or weekend stay at the Laurel Inn. We will help you plan that special weekend or if you prefer a gift certificate, we have those too! See what's happening at the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art. Visit Gulf Shores Plantation - Click Here. See the Weather in Laurel. Unless otherwise noted, all content © Laurel Inn, 2007

My daughter, Sally, and I had a great time at your bed and breakfast. Really enjoyed meeting Allison and Mike and their adorable daughter, Gracie!!! This is a beautiful and very hospitable inn with plenty of charm and comfort for a perfect visit. A lovely park is opposite with a track field and lots of old shady trees, a stream, paths and picnic areas. The suites and the public areas are upscale and well appointed. Laurel is a charming town and offers a fine art museum which should not be missed. The O'Connell's are great hosts, and will give you the desire to come back. Be sure not to miss the afternoon tea if you have time and want to relax in an old fashioned manner. Breakfast at the Laurel Inn is a big bonus and a great way to start the day. Reminiscent of times gone by when the first meal of the day gave time for planning and focus while enjoying a second cup of coffee or tea. Peggy Just a note to say how much we enjoyed our visit during our tour of the South this November. Laurel's historic district a real gem. The Inn's deluxe accomodation and your unstuffy hospitality made us feel right at home. Give Elvis and Hazel a pat for us! Adrian Gavin, Manchester, England. Hello Peggy! All is well in NYC. We had a wonderful time with you. Brian misses the toys, I miss the bed! Anyways-as you are aware, I am remodling my house and wanted to get the name of the book or magazine you use. Your taste is amazing- I'd love new ideas. Best regards, Tineta. You've created an excellent getaway experience, right in the heart of the deep South. We were enchanted by the beauty of the house, but even more thrilled with the at home atmosphere you offer. Thanks so much for accomodating the entire family, and friends! Thanks for the warm welcome and gracious hospitality. We could not have enjoyed our stay more and we're looking forward to relocating to Laurel. See you soon. David and Deborah. We visited your site tonight and we were very impressed! Wonderful site! I have posted it on Courtney's webpage so that visitors from out of town can make reservations. The new website looks great! It is an elegant portrayal of the experience you offer at the Inn. Can't wait to visit! I stayed at the Laurel Inn when it was first opening, and I loved it! The kitchen is absolutely fabulous!!! Hi I'm impressed! The web page really turned into a class act. Hope to see yall soon Mark. What a delightful home. We loved meeting you and your wife and staying at the Inn. Love the new website! Love the house! Love the innkeepers! Becky. I've got some good cuban cigars with your name on 'em. great place, lovely stay. Add Your Comments... Please complete the following form to be added to The Laurel Inn BB Guestbook. Be sure to select Yes to be notified of site additions and news. (Note:Comments appear on our site only after approval.). Would you like to receive notifications of new additions to this site or other updates as they become available? Yes!

This sumptuous suite comes complete with a beautiful antique mohogany king-size bed covered in the softest of Italian linens, a private bath, a vanity room, and sunlit writer's nook. The Bissell Room is decorated with rich woods, brass accent pieces and beautiful artwork, making it one of our favorite suites! Additionally, as with all suites at the Inn, the Bissell Room is equipped with an antique armoire which doubles as the room's entertainment center. The painstakingly restored hardwood floors coupled with the rich appointments and abundance of light denote this charming suite as a sophisticate's dream come true. (click to enlarge photo). The Longwood Pine Room. Enjoy the coziness of this room, complete with a sitting area, lush imported linens, and TV center. A large private bath ajoins the Longwood Pine Room, complete with shower, and dressing table. This is truly a room where our guests will feel comfortable. A lovely view from the window allows one to overlook the beautiful Gardiner Park, designed by The Frederick Olmstead Family in the early 1900's. This room is furnished with one of the most comfortable beds ever! With timeless tulip wallpaper, a king size bed, lovely lush linens, and sitting area you will truly enjoy this room. The Dogwood Room dawns the best park view in the house. From its window, you can take in the tall pines, magnolias, oaks and yes…dogwoods. The Dogwood Room also has a private bath. The beauty that is the Laurel Inn does not stop with the living quarters. Every room has a unique story to tell. Those stories are reflected in the architecture and appointments that make up the Inn. From the formal dining room shown at left, to the oppulent living room below, there are breathtaking sights around every corner. Come and be welcome. (click to enlarge photos)

Driving directions to The Laurel Inn! This Bed and Breakfast is located in the historic district of Laurel, Mississippi. Simply put, Laurel is indeed one of the loveliest places in the Mississippi. It is a quaint town shaded by gracious canopies of the live oaks, and is filled with stunning pine trees from seedling to maturity. Almost everywhere you look, Laurel is blessed with the beauty of blossoming Dogwoods, Bradford Pears, and not to mention the azaleas youll find in almost every yard! Laurel is truly and gem of beauty. And it is no surprise that Laurel calls itself City Beautiful, and is a name well deserved. The Inn overlooks the gracefully designed Gardiner Park and is in walking distance to the Lauren Rogers Museum and historic downtown Laurell. Come and find your home away from home at the Laurel Inn Bed Breakfast. Address or Intersection: (please be patient while information is retrieved)

Welcome to the Laurel Inn Bed Breakfast, where history and Mississippi hospitality meet. This charming manor was built in 1917 by timber baron, John Murray Bissell in the Colonial Revival Style. In 1917, Laurel was the yellow pine lumber capital of the world. We had four giant lumber mills: Eastman-Gardiner, Gilchrist-Fordney, Wausau-Southern and Marathon. Mr. Bissell was a partial owner of two of these mills; Wausau-Southern and Marathon. Bissell was born in Schofield, Wisconsin in 1884 and first came to Laurel with his father in1902, prospecting for timber. The Wausau-Southern mill opened in 1911 and the Marathon mill opened in 1914. Mr. Bissell moved to Laurel in 1913 and was the general manager of the Marathon Mill. Legend has it that Mr. Bissell personally picked out every board that went into the house. Supposedly, there is only one knothole in the entire 5,400 square foot home! The style of the house and the clapboard siding look are more quite unique for this area. Perhaps he built this to remind him of his Wisconcin roots. Mr. Bissell was a widower when he moved to Laurel and soon married Miss Martha McMillan.. Mrs. Bissell was a wonderful lady and enjoyed entertaining, making this house come alive for many years. The Bissells loved their home and Mr. Bissell lived here until his death in 1951. Mrs. Bissell remained in the house until 1971, until she moved to a nursing home. The house was then bought by George Gardiner Green, Jr., who did a wonderful addition to the back of the establishment, where stands one of the most unusual features about the home: The fireplace in the den is actually freestanding it is completely separate from the house and is only connected by glass! Mr. Green later sold the house to Lucy Otto who first made this gem into a Bed Breakfast. However it was Kevin and Peggy OConnell who purchased it in 1998 that truly brought it to its full beauty and well known status of The Laurel Inn: An Escape from the Ordinary. With doors hospitably open wide, the new innkeepers, Mike and Allison Travis, welcome you to The Laurel Inn. Its like coming home.

 Guest rooms have air conditioning
 Baby chairs and cots are provided
 Luggage storage
 Central situation
 Playground for children
 Clothes dry cleaning
 Conference and meeting room
 Credit cards accepted
 Dinner may be served in the room
 Facsimile services
 Hairdryer
 Heating
 Ironing facilities
 Kitchen
 Laundry services/washing machine
 Fully stocked mini bar
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Pets are accepted
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Clock/radio
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Solarium
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 Phones in rooms
 TV sets in rooms
 Patio, summer terrace
 Common room with a TV set