Welcome to the Bailey House Bed and Breakfast! You're just in time for a personal tour of our lovely inn. Located in charming, historic Georgetown, the Bailey House stands as a gracious reminder of Ohio's rich history. Romantic and peaceful, yet close to quaint shops, historical landmarks, and the Ohio River, the Bailey House is a beautiful way to begin your stay in the area. Whether you are planning a business trip, family vacation or want to revel in the charm of centuries past, you have come to the right place. Come on in; we're delighted to have you.

The Bailey House offers 3 guest rooms; each is spacious, inviting, and is furnished with antiques. Guests will also enjoy a full breakfast, served in the Inn's formal dining room. Guests are invited to relax in the parlor or browse in the library. Delightful to any Civil War enthusiast, the library boasts many hours of reading on General Ulysses S. Grant. Or enjoy the train display located in the attic.

About the Owners
Inkeepers Stan and Nancy Purdy are also the owners of the Bailey House.  Nancy grew up in the Bailey House and has witnessed much of its restoration.  The Purdys are very passionate about maintaining the legacy of Ulysses S. Grant and his ties to their home.  They are both very active in the preservation of Georgetown's historic past.

We Also Host

	Meetings / Conferences
	Retreats
	Reunions
	Romantic Getaways
	Seminars
	Weddings

Property Features Architecturally or historically interesting Books Library Canopy Beds Central Computer with Internet Free Off-street Parking Iron & Ironing Board Parlor for guests to mingle	Location Country Has tourist attraction(s) Quiet location	Languages English
Others Features All year Rural	Historical Awards Granted National Historical Site (Granted) National Register (Granted)	Historical Society Memberships Local Historical Society

Other Historical Awards Applied

Bailey House is on the National Register of Historic Places. Bailey House was featured on "If Walls Could Talk" HGTV. Stone wall has been restored and artifacts found are on display.  Serpentine wall built in 1960, cabin & garden shed, plus screened porch for guests.

The Bailey House was built in 1832 for the prominent Georgetown physician, Dr. George Bailey and his family of eight children.  It is one of the oldest homes in Georgetown and has not been structurally altered, inside or out, except for the addition of a wing in 1876.  The wing replaced a log structure that stood adjacent to the main house.  The Bailey family was closely associated with the family of Ulysses S. Grant and the two families lived in close proximity to one another.  Grant is said to have visited the Bailey house often in his youth and was very close to Mrs. Bailey.  Ulysses came to buy the daily quart of milk and overheard Mrs. Bailey reading a letter from her oldest son Bart.  Bart said he had resigned from West Point and was coming home.  Upon hearing this Ulysses quickly ran to Congressman Thomas Hamer's home and asked for the vacancy if anything happened to Bart.  Ulysses was indeed later granted Bart's vacant appointment at the academy. 

The Bailey House was purchased by current owner Nancy Purdy's great-grandfather and has been in the family ever since.  It became a bed and breakfast in 1994.

Other Historical Society Memberships

Brown County Historical Society



Meals Included in Rates Breakfast Complimentary beverages	Meals Service Full Breakfast
Business Traveler Amenities Conference / Meeting Space Daily Newspapers Guest Computer

Other Business Amenities

high speed wireless in guest rooms

Other Amenities Details

queen size and full size beds, home built in 1830 and only 2 families have owned it.

Private tours of U.S. Grant Boyhood Home & Schoolhouse.

Area Attractions

U.S. Grant Boyhood Home and Schoolhouse in Georgetown, Ripley has Rankin & John Parker Homes on underground railroad. Boating nearby on Ohio River. Antique shops, tours of quilt barns and covered bridges around county.

Other Things to Do

Hking & biking trails, antique shops, parks, Ohio River nearby