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Blooming Garden Inn and Holly House

513 Holloway Street, Durham, NC 27701
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Ranked #5 of 11 Durham B&B and Inns
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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jrbpse
Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011
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The Blooming Garden Inn is an oasis in the middle of Durham. Just minutes from downtown and the Duke University/Hospital area yet you would never know it. The gardens and wrap around porch provide a perfect place to unwind and relex. Frank and Dolly are wonderful hosts who are willing to share stories and experiences with you. We were introduced... More

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shell0708
Lexington, Kentucky
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2011

A chance call to the Blooming Garden Inn B&B because it showed up on the GPS led to a most lovely overnight stay in a beautiful historic home in Durham, NC. The home and hosts - Dolly and Frank - were lovely and welcoming. The room was comfortable, full of antiques, history, and the comfort of the bed can best... More

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MiniO11
Jacksonville, North Carolina
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2011

My daughter and I had a very intersting stay at the inn. The one night we stayed there it felt like we were transported to the world of the 1800s (with all the amenities of the 21st century). The inn is a restored house from the 1800s and once you enter its doors the antique furnishings and decorations help take... More

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PoliteandCourteous
The Carolina's
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2011

We stayed for 3 nights while my husband had surgery at Duke. Frank & Dolly were the most caring and helpful host and hostess we have ever met. (We have stayed at several other B&B's.) The room was lovely, breakfast was delicious (especially the ginger waffles with lemon curd topping...heaven) but it was Frank and Dolly that made our stay... More

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mortentrut
Aarhus, Denmark
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2011

I lived here for 9 days. I was happy to be here. Frank and Dolly where extremely friendly hosts, and always in for a chat.. My experience about the area was good, and I felt secure even if other reviewers write that this is close to a ghetto area - I did not notice this..! - By the way talked... More

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fred1970
Paris, France
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9 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2010

We stayed five weeks in June-July 2010 (my wife had business meetings in Durham, I played golf...) and really enjoyed our stay with Frank and Dolly. We got special, and very interesting, long term rates while staying in the Inn and enjoying the kitchen at the Holly House across the street. The rooms were great (we stayed in two of... More

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alkaygs
Albuquerque, New Mexico
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 July 2010
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person found this review helpful

WE thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blooming Garden B&B, WE were treated like royalty from dust into the evening. Frank prepared a special breakfast each morning with fresh berries from his garden. He mixed a tasty breakfast drink that woke the senses in the am. He came up with Amish butter from somewhere that we were able to use on... More

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jjf7827
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2009

Lovely 1890's era restored home in central Durham, North Carolina. Handy location. Close to the intersection of main north/south routes through town. Impeccable service provided by resident owners. Fascinating array of historic object 'd art throughout home. Enjoyed company of owners, Frank and Dolly. Wonderful accomodations. Particularily enjoyed meals on the porch and my room. More

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MaryAlmostRetired
West Virginia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 July 2009

Had to stay in Durham for two weeks last March on a business trip, and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in the extended stay guest house at the Blooming Garden Inn. I cannot say enough about how Frank and Dolly make you feel at home and are as kind and helpful hosts as you will find anywhere. I long to... More

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Musolo
Artesia, New Mexico
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2009

At the initial contact wiith Frank, in making reservations for the Holly House,I felt like he was an was an old friend. I was warmly greeted when I arrived. Tthe classes I am taking at Duke are very intense. I spend days at Duke and niights studying. I have all the privacy I want. My room and the whole house... More

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