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Oct
13, 2010 KLAS-TV News - A downtown Las Vegas neighborhood has been
designated as one of the top 10 great neighborhoods for 2010!
John
S. ParkNeighborhood which includes two subdivisions primarily built
between the 1930's to the mid-1950's, is on the National Register of
Historic Places. The area is bordered by Charleston Blvd. (east of Las
Vegas Blvd.) and Franklin Ave. and 5th Place and So. 10th St.
The
American Planning Association announced the designation noting its
distinguished residential architecture, engaged citizens, access to
public transit and extensive tree cover.
"John
S. Park has long been a gem in our downtown core," said Mayor Pro
Tem Gary Reese, who represents the area that includes the
neighborhood. "It's an historic neighborhood where the residents
have really come together to create a wonderful community."
Other
great neighborhoods around the country include Cathedral Historic
District in Sioux Falls, So. Dakota; Frank Lloyd Wright Historic
Neighborhood in Oak Park, Illinois; Back Bay in Boston, Massachusetts;
and Hyde Park in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Imagine
staying at your Irish grandmother’s house in Las Vegas! Guests have
said the décor reminds them of
happy times they had when they visited their favorite grandmother
or aunt in Boston.
This
B&B was built in the 1950's and is in the quiet John S. Park
Neighborhood listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. It is a few blocks from the
glitter and glamour found in
the entertainment capital of the world. The hostess is very warm and
pleasant and is a former interior
designer who spent her childhood days in Boston and
her school days in Seattle. The interior has "vintage charm",
reminiscent of 1920's Boston, and the bedrooms have luxury linens and
décor which is changed with the
seasons.
Location:
4 blocks east of Las Vegas Blvd. between the "Strip" and
downtown.
Amenities:
AC. Room 1 has a feather top queen bed, private hall bath, TV, outside
door to spa and veranda. Room 2 has
a feather top queen bed, private hall bath, TV. VCR
and cassette player available. Outside year-round spa. Welcome tea tray
by the fireplace or on the
veranda. Rollaway available.
Hostess
interests: arts,
politics, the performing arts, design, cooking
Rates:
$70
Breakfast:
After consulting with her guests, some of the specialties your chef-hostess
might offer are coffee made from Starbucks coffee beans, any
tea, fresh squeezed orange juice, yogurt with fresh strawberries or
seasonal fruit, Irish oats with
cream and brown sugar, home-baked breads, eggs
benedict, Irish cheese omelet, waffles, pancakes, Irish potatoes,
English
muffins with jam or cream cheese as well as gluten-free, dairy-free
and sugar-free specialties if
desired.
Near
Public Transportation: 5
blocks to Strip bus.
Pets
in Home: One cat, not
allowed in guest bedrooms.
Restrictions:
Smoking outside, no pets
Handicapped
access: Light
Deposit
and Cancellation Policies: Pre-payment
in full for one night's stay, or of 50% of the total for stays of 2
nights or more required at time of reservation. The balance is due to
the host in cash or travelers checks upon arrival.
Mi
Casa Su Casa accepts personal and business checks, and Visa, MasterCard,
Discover credit cards. Reservations may be held with a credit card
number, pending receipt of a check, if this method of deposit is
preferred.
For
a refund of deposit, cancellation notice must be received 14 or more
days prior to arrival date. All cancellations are subject to a $25
service charge.
Check-in:
Flexible, please advise
24 hours before arrival
Check-out:
Flexible, please advise
24 hours before arrival
A
Few Typical Guest Evaluations:
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"We rate this place A+. Kerin was a fantastic hostess!!! We would recommend
this B&B to our friends." Frank and Natalie. Enoch, UT.
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"I have stayed with Kerin on many occasions and have always been very
pleased. The hospitality, breakfasts and elegance are the best I’ve
experienced around the country. Her location is perfect, as I like to go walking
in a quiet, residential area. Cathy S., Tucson, AZ
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"We enjoyed our stay at this B&B whenever we come to Las Vegas. The
breakfasts
are
outstanding." Steve N., West Hempstead, NY.
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Kerin has improved perfection by adding a comfy, reading area in the room: A
sofa with good lighting. Kerin is a great hostess with gourmet breakfasts."
Cathy S. Tucson, AZ
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"Everything was excellent. Everything was clean and comfortable. Kerin is
gracious and hospitable." T & A. Bochard, Walldorf, Germany.
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"We enjoyed everything, especially the breakfasts." L. Davis, Tucson,
AZ
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"My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Rodgers House in Las Vegas.
Kerin is a delightful hostess & the most fabulous chef; I’m sure we gained
10 lbs from her delicious breakfasts. The home is charming, & beautifully
decorated; it is reminiscent of visits with our aunts on the Chesapeake Bay. We
have stated to our friends & relatives, "the next time you go to Vegas,
forget about staying at the casinos, stay at the Rodgers House it is like a home
away from home." J-M Nixon, Sedona, AZ
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Everything was excellent. Kerin is a lovely, accommodating, generous and
interesting
hostess!
We loved staying with her!" D. Carpenter, Littleton, CO.
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The location of home and the attitude of Hostess were excellent. The
accommodations were clean and the price was good. I would recommend this
accommodation to friends and I would use it again. Kerin was a sweet lady. Her
advice for what to see in Las Vegas was brilliant, and the breakfast was very
delicious.
Jutta
Meinigke, Leverkusen, Germany.
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Everything was excellent. Very enjoyable. Liked Kerin’s "popcorn".
Laing. Calgary, AB
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The best part of my trip was talking with Kerin. B. Webster, Montclair, NJ
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Kerin is so friendly and solicitous. We love staying with her. Frank. Enoch, UT
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Everything was excellent. We had a lovely time. What breakfasts! We would
recommend this B&B to friends. Meredith and Tony, San Luis Obispo, CA
-Thank
you for being such a beautiful hostess. You’re a great conversationlist and
a
wonderful, creative decorator and cook. Your breakfast was one to always
remember.
Carol and Jim, Shell Beach, CA
-Everything
was excellent. I enjoyed staying here! Mayumi Matsuzaki, Chiba, Japan. |
