Belle Oaks Inn - Gonzales

Stayed for my birthday weekend to visit the Shiner Brewery. Awesome place to stay rich in history and the pool was amazing after a hot day. Highly recommend!!Rooms: 5/5

My husband and I have stayed at Belle Oaks for at least the last five or six years. It 's a lovely, gracious mansion set in the middle of an expansive lawn boasting magnolia trees at least a hundred years old, but what we loved most about the experience was Dennis, the host. Dennis crafted exquisite breakfasts and somehow made total strangers feel like old friends at his expansive breakfast table. Dennis 's friendliness and personality made staying there a delight. This time, however, we discovered the host had changed, and the new one, while not offering specifics, made what my husband and I considered some unflattering remarks about Dennis. I can 't complain about the basics the rooms are the same, the beauty of the place is the same, we still enjoyed coffee and wine on the balcony, and breakfast was nice (but not what we 'd grown to expect), but without Dennis, Belle Oaks is missing its soul. If you 've stayed there in the past, don 't expect things to be as they were before. They 're not. Next year, we 'll be looking for another place to stay.

Gonzales is a history-rich town with wonderful historic homes and Belle Oaks Inn is at the top of the list. If you love stepping back in history, then you don't want to miss this one. Rob greeted us and enthusiastically provided a detailed history of the home and gave us a tour of the home and grounds. We stayed in the Boothe room located on the ground floor that had beautiful furnishings and a huge jacuzzi tub. Pampered by chef-prepared breakfasts were the ultimate. Blueberry scones were the best we ever had. (Thank you Monica! The home is filled with beautiful antiques and the library offers quiet time. The grounds are rich with massive live oak trees and magnolia trees. We sat on the wrap around porch to enjoy listening to the birds singing while taking in the beauty of the grounds. The Gonzales driving tour with well-placed signs is a must so you can see all the majestic homes by car. We loved the small town feel of Gonzales with its multiple town squares. (There are seven of them! Great antique stores and wonderful restaurants were a delight. We felt pampered by Rob and Monica's hospitality and we plan on returning!

Had a wonderful time staying at Belle Oaks! The hosts were friendly and accommodating. We felt at home in their beautiful mansion. The grounds and pool were beautiful. We enjoyed sitting out on the front porch in the rocking chairs. Outstanding breakfast! Had a great stay!

Place is amazing. Monica’s breakfast was amazing. Rob is amazing with his history lesson. Highly recommend.Rooms: 5/5