BAXTER HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST AND APARTMENT, Ann Arbor

Baxter House Bed & Breakfast And Apartment - A renovated craftsman home with private decks, homemade breakfast, and tree-lined views in historic Kerrytown

Located in the heart of Kerrytown, this Ann Arbor hotel occupies a masterfully renovated building featuring architect Carl Gilmore's 2010 designs, influenced by Alden Dow and Frank Lloyd Wright. The Baxter House Bed & Breakfast And Apartment incorporates cherry and poplar woodwork throughout its bright, window-filled spaces. Each accommodation includes a private bathroom with free toiletries, air conditioning, and hardwood floors. The property serves daily American, vegetarian, or vegan breakfasts, featuring homemade specialties like rhubarb-ginger jam and kumquat marmalade. A shared lounge, garden, and multiple outdoor terraces provide guest relaxation spaces. Innkeeper Kathleen Baxter, a cookbook author, maintains the property's focus on allergy-friendly environments with cotton linens and green cleaning products. Situated 0.5 miles from Main Street, Baxter House allows guests to walk to central campus or step off the Amtrak train and reach downtown within minutes.

Pros

Property contains a fully equipped modern kitchen with service for 12

Three-sided gas fireplace in the apartment gathering space

Homemade breakfast items sourced from Ann Arbor Farmer's Market (2 blocks away)

Large soaker tubs available in select units

Cons

Located 31 mile from Detroit Metro Airport

Property requires guests to maintain quiet hours in this residential area