Frank Lloyd Wright overnight rental - The Elam House

Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

About this bed and breakfast

Ever wonder what it would be like to stay overnight and tour one of the largest Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian Homes? Now, you can find out! Experience the wonder and fascination of Frank Lloyd Wright in this beautiful home which features 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 3 floor to ceiling fireplaces, two living rooms with soaring ceilings, cantilevered balcony, terrazzo and slate flooring, slate patio outside the guest entrance, over 100 windows, over 100 light fixtures all set in the ceiling, rare white cypress wood, massive limestone piers and stonework comparable to that of Taliesin East, the home of Frank Lloyd Wright. The 820 square foot Guest House suite has one bedroom and sleeps two comfortably. The guest bedroom has a queen sized bed, in-suite bath room including separate shower and bath tub and walk-in closet. The guest quarters also include a living room and kitchen. The living room has a private entrance, dining area and Smart TV. Free Wi-Fi access is available. The kitchen includes microwave, toaster, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker, pots, pans, china and flatware. There is also a futon and/or an air mattress available which can be set up in the guest bedroom or the living room for 3 additional guests. Please know that we are not renting out a second bedroom at this time. Enjoy relaxing in the privacy and quiet of the Elam House guest quarters. Videos and magazines on the life of Frank Lloyd Wright and his designs will be available for our guest perusal. Surf the Internet while enjoying a cup of tea or coffee near the fireplace. Play a board game or watch a movie on TV or from our collection of classic video or DVD movies. Some of the original plans for the Elam House are on display in the gallery for our guest's viewing pleasure. A pocket door in the middle of the 60 foot long gallery/hallway separates the guest rental area from the residence and will be closed and locked before and after the tour of the entire house to ensure the privacy of our guests. Tours of the entire house are available only to our rental guests between the hours of 5 - 7 pm. There may be some variability on weekends, so please confirm with Peter Plunkett when your tour will take place. Guests are free to walk around the grounds of the entire lot and through the entire guest area at any time during their stay. You might enjoy examining the Webster Electric 'Teletalk' intercom system that is hardwired throughout the entire house. There are 3 base stations, one at the head of the stairs, one in the master bedroom and one in the guest living room. All of the bedrooms and the garage have an intercom as well. Although not operational at this time, we plan to renovate the system in the future. The house was designed only for floor heat, however, that was not acceptable to Mr. Elam who demanded that a forced air heating system be added as well. The large 'Kewanee' boilers (there are two of them) and the huge air circulation system are really something to see. The original Hammond organ installed by Elam still remains in the main living room and will be restored as well. Of course, we are sure you will be 'Wowed' by the three floor to ceiling fireplaces that are in the house. Frank Lloyd Wright always liked a good fireplace that the family could relax and unwind by. As much as possible, we are striving to restore our beautiful home to its original splendor. We hope you enjoy staying in it as much as we enjoy living in it!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(164 Reviews)
10.0
Mar 2024
Peter was a wonderful host and their home is beautiful! It was clean and beautifully decorated to show off the splendor of this FLW home. We were promptly greeted upon our arrival and given a tour of the mansion, as promised. Peter was easy to communicate with and very prompt with his replies. Thank you for sharing this Austin gem with us! Kevin, Christine & Emily
10.0
Feb 2024
What a treat to spend the weekend in a FLW house. The space is beautiful and comfortable. Peter is an excellent host and gave us an interesting tour of the entire house. The rental is clean and well appointed. Highly recommended.
5.0
Nov 2023
It was such a treat to stay at the Elam House! We would do it again if we are traveling through the area. We were welcomed as if we were family, and toured through the entire house as if we were family. I'm not joking...I saw more of the ins and outs of this house than those of my family members! Peter was extremely generous with his time, knowledge, and personal experiences with the Elam House and it's clear he is a mindful steward of this historical gem. For the FLW enthusiast (or casual fan): it's one thing to study him and his work, another to tour his works, but to have an embodied lived experience of his design principles (the manifestation of his genius, vision, and raison d'être) is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Since each structure is unique to its environment, no two FLW stays are the same! If you are considering staying here, do yourself a favor and book the Elam House. For logistics: Outlets are two prongs (for the most part), and given the era of the house, can be more sparse than what we are used to, so bring adapters and/or extension cords (CPAP machines and other medical devices). Also, there are no ceiling fans in the bedroom, so if you need a little air circulation, it might be best to bring a small travel fan with you. Shower water pressure is excellent. Thanks again, Peter!
5.0
Nov 2023
This property is like a museum….original perfection!
4.0
star 5 empty
Oct 2023
The guest suite is the size of a one bedroom apartment and, as described by others, a very well maintained FLW home. The tour was very good. There are not many electric outlets so I was glad I had an extension cord for my CPAP. The only other issue is the walk from the street to the guest suite which goes over grass and a patio area that has loose and missing slate.
5.0
Oct 2023
We stayed the weekend in the guesthouse and thorouggly enjoyed immersing ourselves in a FLW Usonian. Included in our stay was a tour of the main home where you get to see how todays family has embraced Frank's vision. So much has remained, timeless. Peter is a wonderful and accommodating host. The place was clean, largely intact and welcoming space. Great memories.
5.0
Oct 2023
Loved staying in this FLW house. The owner spent the time giving us the history of the build, showed us the uniqueness of the construction and had interesting stories of the interactions between the Elams and Frank as the plans were developed.
5.0
Oct 2023
Loved staying in this FLW house. The owner spent the time giving us the history of the build, showed us the uniqueness of the construction and had interesting stories of the interactions between the Elams and Frank as the plans were developed.

FAQs

How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Minnesota?

The average price for a rental in Minnesota is $182 per night. This rental is $81 above the average.

Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Frank Lloyd Wright overnight rental - The Elam House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Frank Lloyd Wright overnight rental - The Elam House pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Frank Lloyd Wright overnight rental - The Elam House?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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