Name: Gillen House Bed and Breakfast
Address: 435 S. Main Street PO Box 710025, Maxeys, GA 30667, United States of America, 435 S. Main Street PO Box 710025, Georgia, GA 30667, USA
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $255 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.9

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Gillen House Bed and Breakfast

435 S. Main Street PO Box 710025, Maxeys, GA 30667, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

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Gillen House Bed and Breakfast enjoys a location in Maxeys, 24 miles from University of Georgia Performing Art Center and 24 miles from Georgia Museum of Art. 24 miles from Sanford Stadium and 24 miles from The Georgia Theatre, the property features a garden and a shared lounge. The bed and breakfast provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the bed and breakfast, the units include a desk. There's a private bathroom with shower in every unit, along with bathrobes, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. À la carte and full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and pancakes are available daily at the bed and breakfast. As an added convenience, Gillen House Bed and Breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. You can play mini-golf at the accommodation, and bike rental is available. Guests at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. State Botanical Garden of Georgia is 26 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Athens Arena is 31 miles away. The nearest airport is Athens-Ben Epps Airport, 22 miles from Gillen House Bed and Breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type

Number of guests

King Room

1 king bed

King Room

1 king bed

Deluxe King Room

1 king bed

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1 sofa bed

Queen Room

1 queen bed

Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Value for money

9.7

Location

9.1

Free WiFi

High score for Maxeys

See what guests loved the most:

Alain
Canada
“part historic inn and part art gallery, this is a welcoming bed and breakfast.”
Grace
United States of America
“Everything, The property was beautiful, comfortable and relaxing.”
Nancy
United States of America
“It was pure delight visiting this pretty piece of history and it’s wonderful owners. We loved the setting, the warm hospitality, the feeling that we had found old friends we’d never met and wanted to linger there sharing all of the memories we...”
Sprehe
United States of America
“Environment relaxing, classic estate home, owners exceeded our expectations of what a Bed and Breakfast could be/should be. Peaceful, nicely appointed.”
Jessica
United States of America
“We loved everything about the Gillen House. We felt as if we were being welcomed home, even though we had never stayed at The Gillen House. I especially loved the books, the cats, and the amazing artwork by the owners. The Gillen house is...”
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Anonymous
United States of America
“Edward and Cynzia were excellent hosts. The outdoor area was very peaceful.”
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Anonymous
United States of America
“Beautiful house and garden. Food was delicious and the hosts and their cats are wonderful.”
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Anonymous
United States of America
“The owners/host were amazing! Accommodated everything for our trip! Would love to see them again just for the great conversations and good ole times!!!! Highly recommend for anyone looking to stay in the Athens area”
Mark
United States of America
“Greatly enjoyed our stay. Owners are very welcoming, generous and informative.”
Carleen
United Kingdom
“Everything. It is a truly beautiful house, the facilities are amazing and the hospitality genuinely the best I have ever encountered in a BnB”

Hosted by Edward Toledano & Cynzia Sanchez

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Edward Toledano & Cynzia Sanchez

The Gillen House is a place to relax and escape. We offer four comfortable guest rooms, three with king beds and one with a queen. Each room is appointed with comfortable furniture, relaxed colors, and wonderful artwork. All rooms have full en-suite bathrooms When you stay at the Gillen House, breakfast is included, and each day allows for new menu offerings. Evening dining may be arranged by request when making your reservation. The property consists of 2 acres of grounds including a pecan orchard, vegetable & herb garden, pond and golf putting green. Enjoy relaxing on the back deck with the sounds of the waterfall or upstairs screen porch to enjoy a wonderful sunset. Located in Maxeys Georgia, the Gillen House is a short drive east of Athens. In addition to the enjoyment of the house and property, there are many great things to explore in and around the area.

Cynzia Sanchez and Edward Toledano had a vision of creating a place to slow down, relax, breathe, and be in the moment. Discovering the beautiful home located in Maxeys, Georgia, that was built with 10 railroad cars of brick in 1920, they embarked on the creative adventure called the Gillen House Bed and Breakfast. Escaping the big city of Atlanta and all that that comes with living in a place with seven million other people, they were both ready to make a lifestyle change. Cynzia was co-owner of a successful moving company that has been in business 30 years, and Edward had a marketing and sales career that spanned 25 years. Combing their desires for a life of creative living and enjoyment of being with others, they took the plunge and have created an oasis in the country of east Georgia. Cynzia is an accomplished artist, with a Master of Fine Arts Degree from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), and an Architectural Degree from Georgia Tech. Her creative needs were not being met in the city, and a country escape to allow her to pursue art career is a main reason for the opening of the Gillen House.

Maxeys was established in 1834 and was first known as Shanty, then as Salmonsville. Eventually it was named in honor of Jesse Maxey, a landowner on whose property the town had developed. The Georgia Rail Road Company built a railroad line in 1841 that ran from Athens to Union Point running through then then named Shantytown, so named because of the "shantys" along the line where the train would stop. Jesse Maxey had initially encouraged the railroad to come through the area by giving land for the right of way. The town was incorporated in 1907, and was a booming cotton town during the early 1900's due to the healthy agricultural economy and pioneering spirit of the people at that time. Today, Maxeys has begun to come back to life with many new residents and the renovation of some of the old buildings in the towns center.

Languages spoken: English,Spanish

Area info

Amenities of Gillen House Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 10

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years

Extra bed upon request

$50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gillen House Bed and Breakfast of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

The prices at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Room options at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast include:
- Double
Guests staying at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- American
- À la carte
Gillen House Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Mini golf
- Happy hour
- Bike tours
- Bicycle rental
- Live music/Performance
- Horseback riding
- Temporary art galleries
- Themed dinners
Check-in at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
Gillen House Bed and Breakfast is 1,000 feet from the center of Maxeys. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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