Delightful Details!
The Scheuster Mansion is easy to find and close to downtown activities but located in a quiet neighborhood w plenty of parking on the street or a small lot behind the mansion for overnight guests.
I have not stayed overnight here but have walked about the Serenity Suite on the 1st floor which is an excellently laid out smaller multi-room space w an excellent use with a cozy & calming feel. This space is appropriately named & includes includes a duo tub w jets, a sitting parlor & a bathroom off the bedroom in suite.
Both times I've came to the Scheuster Mansion, my objective was to enjoy a relaxed, immersive, & memorable time with dear friends for Mollie's High Tea.
Unlike other high tea options, you are not limited to a single selection of a personal pot of tea that you must hope you chose well or regret. Rather, much to my group's delight, each season a selection buffet of 7 teas are featured to sample at will & homemade berry preserves & Devonshire quality cream are delicious accompaniments to the half-dozen savory & sweet treats.
Mollie's tea is unique in that it accompanies monthly themed historical topics of interest & a Q&A period in addition to the culinary experience. In summer I attended Victorian etiquette & the Language of Fans & last weekend was the history of Mr Scheuster, the original owner.
My young adult daughter accompanied me to the 2nd tea time & thoroughly enjoyed her visit as well. I've attended Summer & Fall & look forward to opportunities to experience Mollie's High Tea in both Winter & Spring in the future. The decor for Christmas is elaborate and the attention to historical accuracy & detail is delightfully designed! Highly recommended experience to step away from the frantic tech-driven world outside back into a more sensorily satisfying step back into the delights of the past!