July 7th, 2018 by carriagehouse
The Carriage House
Presents
4-course Dinners Friday and Saturday
“An Intimate Dining experience”
$49.95 per person
Includes beverages
with your choice of complimentary wine or sparkling Cider
Salad course*Appetizer/soup course * Entree course *Dessert
Limited Seating. Reservations are recommended
Call 903-665-9511 for Availability
or have this weekend’s menu emailed to you
January 20th, 2018 by carriagehouse
The annual Jefferson Quilt Show is always a great event, and gives our guests a chance to see some magnificent craftsmanship and history. We have seen quilts displayed from when Jefferson was still in its heyday.
Give us a call or check out the contact info below
January 24 – 26, 2014
For additional information about Historic Jefferson
Visit Jefferson Tourism Department
www.visitjeffersontexas.com
October 3rd, 2017 by carriagehouse
Most often, people purchase a homeowners insurance or renters insurance policy when they first move out and into their new home . But knowing what exactly a homeowners policy covers can seem like a daunting task for people who aren’t accustomed to insurance matters — especially if you’ve never needed to file a claim before! It is easy for homeowners to misinterpret the coverage provided by their insurance policies as well; this can often be due simply to the language and interpretation of legalese in the contract itself or the insurance agent’s explanations.
Over time, as they make renovations, purchase new items or replace existing appliances, they don’t perform home insurance reviews to ensure they are properly covered. A home insurance coverage review is a good place to begin when reviewing your current homeowner’s policy and looking to see if there is room for improvements.
Conducting a home insurance review with your agent at least once each year can help you determine if your policies still make sense for your current situation. You may be able to reduce premiums by bundling coverage, increasing your home’s safety or reducing risks that may incur increased costs during the claim process such as lapsed insurance coverage or no home inventory documentation, professionals like public adjusters in Deerfield Beach can help you understand your situation in a better way.
Additionally, if you own a boat or plan to purchase one, it’s important to consider the impact it may have on your home insurance policy. Depending on the size and value of your boat, it may be necessary to obtain additional coverage to protect your investment. Your insurance agent can guide the specific requirements and options available to you. They can also inform you about any regulations, such as the need for a Washington boat license, that may be applicable in your area. By discussing these matters with your agent during your home insurance review, you can ensure that your policy adequately addresses both your home and boat insurance needs, providing comprehensive protection for all your valuable assets.
Before you renew your home insurance policy, speak with your agent about discounts that may be available (including discounts for switching from another insurance company). Review your coverage to make sure you have adequate coverage for personal property and liability protection based on recent appraisals of the value of your property and personal possessions and recent claims against you for these types of losses in your locality or in your home state. A home inventory can provide you with a detailed record of your belongings in the event of a disaster so you can be sure you have the proper amount of insurance to protect your home and belongings from the event of fire or other hazard covered on your current policy.
August 8th, 2017 by carriagehouse
This years keynote subject is “RED RIVER CAMPAIGN NARRATIVES OF DESTRUCTION, HEROISM & BLOOD” by Dr. Henry O Robertson. 
Jefferson Texas is the perfect place to attend this symposium (see info below) since the subject matter took place in the area. To experience what it was like back then take the “Turning Basin Boat Tour” up and down the Big Cypress Bayou located in downtown Jefferson and it does not take much imagination to picture yourself on that fateful campaign as they made their way through the area. The Jefferson Museum on Austin Street and the Mason Dixon Line Military Museum on Lafayette street in downtown also are great places to help you get a feel of what it was like during that tumultuous time.
Don’t forget to tour the Historic Oakwood Cemetery and view the section of modest white gravestones that mark the graves of the Union soldiers that were stationed at the Garrison in Jefferson after the war. You walk among those age marked headstones and see the names of the enlisted and officers that met their demise in this southern port city, where they were originally sent to burn Jefferson down to the ground but ended up occupying the city instead… it’s hard not feel the animosity they must have dealt with. There is a saying ” Half of these soldiers died from Malaria, the other half died from being stationed in a southern town that did not want them”. There are many other historic figures buried in Oakwood as well.
After a day of Civil War history, enjoy the cuisine from one of the several Jefferson restaurants with choices from fine dining to comfort food, and be thankful you did not have to eat what those soldiers did back then. After dinner, you head back to enjoy complimentary Smores and/or Wine at the Firepit if you happen to be staying at The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast.
The next morning you will wake up to the smell of Fresh ground coffee and Jessi’s Signature Gourmet Breakfast. Have a seat inside or on the wrap around porch and let us serve you up a two-course breakfast (always dessert first) before you head back to to the noisy, modern world.
On the way out of town as you drive out FM 2208 if you have the windows down. Then listen to the sounds and smell the scents of the forest…and maybe if you try real hard, you might be able to hear the hoofbeats of General John G.Walker’s troops and the Texas Infantry Division as they made their way through the moss covered cypress trees and tall pines that all but blocked out the sunlight, and made traveling feel like permanent twilight. You can imagine their young faces cast in steely resolve as they made they way to Mansfield, Louisiana to stop the Union troops from burning down the port cities Shreveport and Jefferson.
For information or registration, contact the Museum at 903-665-2775. www.jeffersonmuseum.net
June 21st, 2017 by carriagehouse
The Carriage House in Jefferson has had a record number of Corporate and Organizational Retreats in 2017 that have stayed with us or planning to this Summer. Organizations from Education, Military, and Business has found that a retreat in Jefferson is a great place to hold a planning, educational or strategy retreat. The Carriage House has the ability to transform its main room into a classroom or lecture style area to accommodate groups of up to 25 people and larger groups can be accommodated at the Jeffersonian Institute in downtown Jefferson which is a short walk away from the Carriage House Bed and Breakfast. Quitman School District, Barksdale AFB, Pro Train, TCEA, and Private corporations have found that Jefferson has just the right mix of relaxation and recreational activities to make for a productive getaway..of course, Jessi’s cooking helps too. We offer extras like Welcome Bar-B-Que’s, lunch and dinner plans, and of course the Breakfasts that we are known for. So if you’re company or organization needs a break from the city in a place that is a true “Retreat” then Jefferson Texas and The Carriage House Bed and Breakfast is the place for you. There are several other B&B’s that have agreed to participate if you need more rooms than the eleven we offer.
Just call Jessi and we can put together a custom package that will make your corporate retreat a memorable one 903-665-9511
May 1st, 2017 by carriagehouse
February 7th, 2017 by carriagehouse
The Carriage House B&B hosted Dr. Trenton Hightower’s Strategic Sales conference in February. Attendees included representatives from Texarkana College, Galveston College, TSTC in Marshall and others. The conference shares best practices for Colleges to work with local industry to develop contract training programs to help Workforce and Continuing Education Departments. The attendees were treated to a welcome Bar-B-Q upon arrival the night before the conference after exploring Historic Jefferson Texas that afternoon. The Carriage house provided a lunch for both days of the conference, but the Attendees headed out to Jefferson’s award winning Restaurants for dinner. The conference was produced by Training Certification, and Educational Associates which is planning to bring more conferences and project management boot camps to Jefferson Texas. The Conference was sponsered by Gradcast.com and ProTrainedu.com
January 12th, 2017 by carriagehouse
1 C. flour
3.5 oz. milk
3.5 oz. water
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
5 1/2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
4 eggs
2 C. heavy cream
1/3 C. powdered sugar
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Fresh strawberries, cut into slices
November 23rd, 2016 by carriagehouse
Jessi is doing a Special Thanksgiving dinner at the Carriage House in Historic Jefferson Texas this year. You can dine on a delicious plated Thanksgiving Day Feast including beverages for 32.99 per person.This experience is available whether or not you are staying with us, or just in town for the day. Be sure to call for reservations as seating is limited. Enjoy Jefferson, Football, and my wife’s cooking
call 903-665-9511 https://carriagehousejefferson.com/blog/thanksgiving-2016-carriage-house/
-BW Brooks 
https://www.jefferson-texas.com/
February 23rd, 2016 by carriagehouse
17 months we have been here now. When we put our lives into this bed and breakfast, we had so many plans. My idea when I first arrived was to make the Carriage House mine, my style, my comfort, my easiness and my hospitality. New Quilts, paint repairs, gardens, the right plates, magnificent food and presentation, the right wholesome staff. All of this is very important to me. It is a never ending thought how to make it better and more memorable to our guests.
As time went by in such a short period of time, I met so many neat and amazing people. This perfect house started to seem to me it needed a little updating. Updating didn’t and doesn’t include the house, property or staff. I saw that a variety of people that came and visited our home. The responses from their stays were overwhelmingly encouraging. BUT… I saw a need….
Our guests range in ages and needs to really enjoy and relax. There are knee surgeries and walkers and families bringing a loved one that needs that little extra something to help them, enjoy their stay. We have a one story home. People call me and ask questions about the property about the accessibility to maneuver around the house. I always said, YES, one story, 2 steps leading up to the wrap around porch…Easy …Easy…Easy….
Then some arrived and it wasn’t so easy. I had to make a change.
We have just added a beautiful ramp to our wrap around porch which is located on the main house which houses 2 original bedrooms with beds from TV Bed Store, the parlor and the dining room. Everything at your fingertips without a stair.
What a difference it has made. For one of my first big renovations, I believe this was the best choice for the house and our guests.
We also have walk in showers with grips on the shower floors. We have also installed safety bars in the two rooms with the bath and shower combinations.
Safety is important to us and to th health of our guest. Pictures to come soon. My husband told me we could not paint the ramp yet because the wood has to cure???? Anyway, June or July I will be able to paint the porch and the ramp. Pictures will be posted.
If you are looking for that special amenity of a handicap accessible bed and breakfast in Jefferson, Texas, We may have what you are looking for. A beautiful and relaxing stay for all ages and life occurrences.
Carriage House Bed and Breakfast
401 N. Polk Street
Jefferson, Texas 75657
GPS: 32.7572 N, 94.3450 W
p: 903-665-9511
info@carriagehousejefferson.com
