Arrington Publishing recognizes Prosperity School B & B as the # 14 B&B/Country Inn throughout North America in Arrington's 2006 Book of Lists Most Historical Charm Prosperity School Bed & Breakfast has been voted as one of the best B & B's/Country Inns for "Most Historical Charm" by Inn goers, hereby making it one of the top 3% of B&B's and Country Inns throughout the United States and Canada. Arrington Publishing recognizes Prosperity School B & B as the #14 B&B/Country Inn in North America in Arrington's 2006 Book of Lists. History of Prosperity School Bed and Breakfast Prosperity, MO, once a thriving mining town, lived up to its name from 1902 until about 1917. The population went from 1,500 in 1899 to more than 5,000 during the mining boom years. In 1907 the two-story Prosperity School was built in the heart of the Tri-state mining district, which had churches, saloons, general stores, hotels, and now a fine, large school of red brick and Carthage stone. "I love the history as my grandma taught in this school, before 1920." Cathi & Dane, Coon Rapids, MN 6/21-6/27/03 After student population peaked at 1200 during the mining boom, the school closed its doors in 1962, with a final population of 32 students. "Your home is beautiful, the room comfortable, the bed was like sleeping on a cloud, the food was excellent---you have made our 12th Anniversary memorable." Charles & Maggie, Liberty, Mo. 5/28-30/05 The Prosperity School originally had four very large classrooms which took up the entirety of the two floors, along with a wide central hallway on each floor. The second floor classrooms, one with a stage for use as the auditorium, became the three guestrooms and one suite. The three guest rooms are named in honor of former teachers. Downstairs, one classroom is now the Formal Dining Room and Front Parlor, defined from each other by the placement of the Proscenium arch that originally stood over the stage. The fourth classroom became the spacious kitchen, and innkeeper's quarters. Accommodations Prosperity School has four guestrooms, including two suites, on the second floor. All rooms have high ceilings, one or more ceiling fans, central heat and air, antique furnishings, thick carpeting, private en-suite full bathroom with amenities, Queen sized bed with four or more pillows, feather/down comforters (in season), 500 to 600 TC luxury linens, LED alarm clock/radio, and their own individual charm from family treasures and unique local finds. Each Room/Suite has a "Scrapbook" full of information about the B & B, the School's History, and the area, and it's own 4 cup coffeemaker. Decorating is done with bed linens and window treatments from Laura Ashley, Waverly, Croscill, Perry Ellis, Wamsutta, and other quality fabric makers. Some rooms have two-person Bain Ultra Thermo Masseur tubs with heated backrests. The 14" thick walls and deadbolt locks ensure peace and privacy. A complimentary full breakfast is served to our overnight guests at 8am, in the Formal Dining Room. We serve our special Prosperity Blend Coffee with breakfast, a Missouri brand by Chauvin Coffee. The menu varies seasonally, and to take advantage of the freshest available ingredients. We include juices, a fruit garnish, a filling main entree, and muffins, biscuits, coffeecake, or other breakfast breads. A lighter breakfast can be prepared if you desire, with advance notice. If you have any dietary restrictions, (Allergies, Diabetic, Vegetarian, etc.), or dislikes, please advise us of them at the time you book your stay. If you will be unable to join our other guests for breakfast, please let us know this as soon as possible the day prior. We serve freshly made dishes, and want them at their best for our guests. Newlyweds (and anyone else!) who want to skip breakfast and sleep in, only need to let us know! |
| ~Haunted~ Prosperity School Bed and Breakfast |
| Miss Pink Saxton's Room This room is decorated in pinks and burgundy, with an antique Queen brass bed, handmade quilt,and oak armoire. There is a desk for your convenience. The private en-suite bath has a sink set into an antique dresser, and has a Bain Ultra Thermo Masseur two-person tub with two heated backrests and Chromatherapy underwater lights. |
| Miss Rose Saxton's Room Shades of green, a romantic Queen size four-poster canopy bed, and plenty of roses are here in this extra large room, along with a bat-wing dresser, Jenny Lind twin bed, and large armoire. The private en-suite bath has a large glass shower for two, with two showerheads, and a hand-painted sink dresser. |
| Miss Pansy Smith's Suite A high-back Victorian Queen size bed, New Orleans armoire and lots of pansies are featured in this amethyst colored room. Also in this room is a ladies drop-front desk for letter writing, and a settee with two chairs. The private en-suite bath has a large shower, and the sink is set into an antique dresser. Laura Ashley fabrics grace the beds and bathroom door window. The room has a Bain Ultra Thermo Masseur two- person tub with two heated backrests and Chromatherapy underwater lights. |
| The Prosperity Suite Our most special room has an Eastlake Bedroom Suite and a Rosewood armoire. The high-back Queen size bed, with handmade quilt, is "center stage" in this room, part of the school's auditorium containing the original stage. The spacious private en-suite bath has the sink set into an antique dresser, and a whirlpool tub for two. No shower in this Suite. |
| Sleep with a ghost! Haunted Tours By appointment only Contact us: Richard & Janet Roberts Emailprosperitybnb@4state.com |
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