Sulphur was part of a spur-of-the-moment, largely unplanned road trip through Oklahoma and Texas, following Bob Dylan on tour. I wouldn't have passed through Sulphur, but for the decent reviews on tripadvisor and the fact that it marked a convenient stopping point between two Dylan concerts. In my case, Sulphur Springs Inn met or exceed my expectations -- I was utterly charmed by my stay.

There is wireless, but you have to ask Charlie for the password. This would be a good time to mention: Charlie, the host, is wonderful. I didn't have a plan or any ideas for activities, but Charlie helped me put together a route to my next Bob Dylan concert, and things to do and places to eat along the way. (Ask for directions to the fried pies.)

My room was large and clean. I stayed in the main house, not a cottage, so the room had a sink and toilet but I used the shared showers. Everything was clean. The showers were old, and a little dim, but also clean... I didn't feel the need to wear flip-flops to shower. Also, when I visited, there was a hair dryer in the shower room, which in my experience, isn't a consistent amenity provided at bread and breakfasts.

Another nice thing about Sulphur Springs Inn was, the house is filled with musical instruments. Charlie has everything but a drum kit, including an accordion and an upright bass. Nobody felt moved to song the night I visited (although I arrived late), but it's nice to know we could have. As I mentioned, I arrived late -- after dark -- so I can't really speak to the rest of the property, but I was very comfortable with the main house and common areas, and the litter of kittens living under the front stoop. (Drive slowly in the driveway.)

Lastly, I felt safe as a single woman traveling by myself. The road to Sulphur Springs Inn is pretty dark, and the street unlit. (Also, google street view doesn't give you a clear view of the house, so it's hard to know what you're looking for if you're arriving after dark.) However, the neighborhood is very residential right up until the edge of the park, my room had a lock (although no deadbolt), and absolutely nothing about my visit made me feel uncomfortable or worried about my safety.

If I ever passed through Sulpur again (I won't, unless Bob Dylan does), this is where I would stay.

We arrived at the Sulphur Springs Inn with high anticipation for the things that were offered in the online information. However, when we arrived the place was not well groomed and so the first impression was not the best. But always willing to give a second chance we went inside where we were met by a the very pleasant congenial Charlie. He told us about the area and we visited the Chickasaw Indian museum, which had just opened the week before. Our room was pleasant, bed was comfortable but the promise of WIFI did not exist, so using our computer was not possible. We had bought our bathing suits but the indoor baths were not working. And the music on the patio on Saturday night was literally impossible because the patio was in a shambles. However, we did bike ride, which we haven't done in twenty years! And it was pleasant being away from phone and TV, and enjoyed a game of 'sheep'dominos!! The breakfast was superb, Charlie can beat any chef for breakfast!! Thank you for a pleasant but a bit disappointing visit.

Imagine getting a group of girlfriends together for an overnight. Travel south from the OKC metro area to Sulphur and find the Sulphur Springs Inn waiting for you. Charlie, the innkeeper, welcomes you with a fire on the patio and he doesn't care if you need to keep rearranging the fuel. The place is warm, inviting and filled with history. The park is right outside the front door with paths to walk and hills to climb. It is perfect for a night or a weekend!

We have been to Charlie's Sulphur Springs Inn at least four times. Each trip has been so pleasant with peaceful fires in the firepit on the patio, walks by the lake and through the woods, and delicious breakfasts. Charlie and Cherie have worked hard to make our stays very enjoyable. We work stressful jobs and look forward to our drive to Sulphur, stops to shop for antiques and odds and ends, and our nights at the Sulphur Springs Inn. It isn't "fancy" but so comfortable and welcoming for body and soul.