Our room was beautiful and very clean. We were a little uncomfortable with the location due to the apartment house on one corner with old cars and people standing around outside. Breakfast was disappointing. We had expected more than a waffle and ham. There was lots of clutter in the common rooms downstairs, I felt that it probably hadn't been cleaned in a while. Innkeeper was friendly.

The owners, Steve and Tammy, were very friendly and welcoming and gave good restaurant recommendations. We enjoyed sitting on their front porch having a beer and visiting with them. Breakfasts are really nice - french toast one morning and biscuits and gravy the next, with cold cereal, coffee, tea, juice, fresh fruit, yogurt, toast and bagels available. Beds are comfortable, rooms are clean and quiet. Wifi was available. There are two well-behaved dogs who live in the inn, though they mostly hung out in the tv room or on the porch (I never saw them go into a guest room) - FYI if you have allergies.
The location is ideal - a very short walk from the shops, restaurants, and parks in downtown Salida. I felt extremely comfortable with Steve and Tammy (not always the case at B&Bs) and will definitely be returning.

The cottage in the back was very nice. It had a comfortable king bed with comfortable pillows. We slept very well in this bed! The shower had great water pressure. The host family was very nice and helpful. The breakfasts were very good - the homemade muffins were outstanding. The location was excellent - right in downtown. We were able to walk to all the restaurants. Amicas is an excellent restaurant just two blocks away. They have excellent pizza and salads. It is a micro-brewery - my husband loved their beer. Excellent white water rafting in the area - Independent whitewater is an excellent choice for guided rafting. This home was by downtown but was quiet.

Stay here if you want to experience warm hospitality, great breakfast, and a short walk to the abundant galleries, shops, restaurants and Arkansas River-side access of "downtown" Salida. We have stayed in the "cottage" out back as well as in rooms in the house. All are nicely done with quality furnishings, linens and amenities. The funky hot tub/covered patio are great for hanging out in the evening. This is a also very welcoming place for bicyclists.