Sassafras Inn

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January 2025

February 2025

Veranda Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Laundry

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Parking included

Explore the area

1201 Reine Street South, Mena, AR, 71953

Janssen Park
16 min walk
Mena Art Gallery
3 min drive
Mena Regional Health System
4 min drive

Room options

Magnolia Suite

186 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

56 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Veranda Suite

139 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

84 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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Breakfast included

Free airport shuttle

Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 room

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

Air conditioning

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Microwave

for 1 apartment

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

The Cottage is the original Carriage House to the historic property

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

for 1 cottage

includes taxes & fees

5 Jan - 6 Jan

About this property

Colonial bed & breakfast in Mena with free breakfast

Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this bed & breakfast has a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities. Housekeeping is not available.

Sassafras Inn offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to lanais. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3-star bed & breakfast has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Mena bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. An iron/ironing board and change of bedsheets can be requested.

During your stay at Sassafras Inn, you'll be within walking distance of Janssen Park. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.

Free continental breakfast offered
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Amenities include laundry facilities, coffee/tea in a common area and a shared microwave
1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Ouachita National Forest and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Rich Mountain Fire Tower
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee

Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces. Sassafras Inn also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and a microwave in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Mena bed & breakfast.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast
Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

Dining table
In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
In-room kitchen
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Living room
Separate bedroom
Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
No housekeeping service

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Streaming services

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Dining table
Free bottled water
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchen
Microwave
Restaurant dining guides
Separate dining area

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Living room
Portable fan
Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 20 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 20 per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Pet deposit: USD 20 per stay
Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD20 per stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Tax ID - 81-0982135

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an access code.

We should mention

Up to 2 children aged 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Sassafras Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Erin

31 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Darren was so welcoming with great information on places to eat and places to go in the area. He was also informative about the history of the house. Amazing assortment of coffee, teas, and things to add to them. Blueberry muffins were divine!! The house itself was beautiful, and they upgraded our room. Highly recommend!!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

28 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller, Travelled with family

3 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Host & Accommodations

We had an absolutely fantastic stay at the Sassafras Inn! Darren, the owner was super-welcoming and offered so much more than we ever expected. He was a wonderful wealth of information about restaurants and things to see and do in the area. His wife made wonderful blueberry streusal muffins that our entire family loved. The rooms were very comfy as well. We will definitely be coming back one day!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family

12 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Knowledgeable and friendly owner

The owner is exceedingly knowledgeable of the restaurants, history and connections of the area. He and his wife clearly love what they do and Darren is an excellent blueberry muffin maker.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andra

9 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

24 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Inn

Darren, the homeowner and innkeeper, met us at the door to this lovely home/inn. He welcomed us with a smile and conversation about the history behind Sassafras Inn and Mena, We sat and visited for about an hour. Our suite was extremely large, (2 rooms), complete with coffee and refrigerator. He then provided us with his homemade, organic blueberry muffins that were to die for. Very cozy atmosphere and a soft bed was just the remedy for a long day in the road. Highly recommend this wonderful place. Will stay again!!

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Travelled with partner

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly people and nice, fresh options and baked goods!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

16 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We loved our stay!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family

23 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Travelled with family

1 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Inn and Great Folks

We had a very nice experience at the Sassafras Inn and were very lucky to find this place. Darren and Jill are just the best - very warm and attentive....and the house is very nice and relaxing. We had a tremendous amount of space, and our suite was beautiful. It's a unique experience and one we won't forget!!!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia

18 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Built in 1900, restored the last couple of years. Antiques. Friendly host. Blueberry muffins. Yum.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Travelled with family

13 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Beautiful home and amazing hosts!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

28 May 2023

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

Sassafras Innis a beautiful home that invites sitting on the porch. Our room was actually 2 rooms with a bathroom. One room had twin beds and the other was the master with bathroom. Lots of space, comfortable bed and pillows. Very clean and homey. Darren and Jillian are wonderful hosts. Darren shared his love of history while Jillian (The Gingered Baker) checked us in. The baked goods were delicious. Absolutely a must-stay if in the area.

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Sassafras Inn is exceptional!

First and foremost, Darren and Jillian are wonderful! They are incredibly friendly and accommodating. Darren went out of his way to recommend surrounding restaurants in the area. Jillian has a baking business, and they offer free goodies she bakes at the grab n go coffee area! We didn’t get to try too many as the other guests thoroughly enjoyed what she put out, but what we did was amazing! The house itself is beautiful and furnished with antiques, which is always a plus for a history lover. We booked the Veranda room. It was a smallish room with a king bed (which was super comfortable, best sleep I’ve ever gotten traveling). The bathroom is outside of the bedroom, but it’s in an offset hallway. The bathroom was spacious and clean, and the toilet paper even had one of the cute little stamps imprinted in it. The veranda/balcony is right off of the bedroom and is stunning. The house was a little cold, but it was no problem as the bedroom has a space heater! Overall, the stay was comfortable and relaxing.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

11 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Time at the Sassafras Inn

I was in a bind without a single hotel in Mena, AR having a vacancy. When I called, Mr. O'Bannon was extremely helpful in working with me to fit my trip into their available vacancies. The hosts were very thorough in explaining how to access the bed 'n breakfast and my room upon arrival. The accommodations were impeccably clean. Many of the furnishings in the the inn were antiques, and the style of decorating was charming, making one feel at home. I found the hosts very easy to engage in conversation, and I enjoyed several opportunities to compare lives and travel. Mr. O'Bannon is very knowledgeable of history and had many stories to share. Mrs. O'Bannon also runs a made-to-order bakery in the inn - many times I arrived to a pleasant aroma of freshly-baked goods coming from the kitchen. Both hosts were eager to make sure that I was comfortable with the accommodations and checked several times to see if I needed anything. I was made to feel like a part of the "family" at the inn, and I enjoyed meeting their pets. All in all, it was a very pleasant and comfortable stay that I had at the Sassafras Inn, and I highly recommend it for your stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yujiro

Travelled with family

10 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family

24 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Upon our arrival we were treated like family. A beautiful Inn with both history and charm.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Travelled with family

20 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique and heartwarming

It was a very unique stay. We felt like home. We stayed in the magnolia suite with plenty of space and a coffee bar en suite. The people are just heartwarming and VERY caring. I hope we can come back - I adore the bakery in house and wish all the best luck in the world that it will be a great success.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner

16 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Extremely Hospitable. Highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Travelled with family

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful!

They are such a nice couple. They exceeded any expectations I had. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with family

18 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Home, Very Inviting

This home is just beautiful. The host could not have been kinder or more accomdating. We had a late arrival and he was kind enough to find a restaurant open for us. Darren had wonderful instructions for parking, entrance and utilization of the home. The bathrooms were well equipped. We will definitely stay again. Thank you!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

2 Nov 2022

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

26 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hosts

The hosts were so friendly and attentive. They are still involved with a few renovation projects but it didn’t impact our stay. We were just a one night stay. We would recommend this Inn for other travelers.