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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are you close to museums and landmarks?
2. Is transportation available to the museums and landmarks?
3. Can someone join me for breakfast?
4. Do you cater to special occasions such as anniversaries and honeymoons?
5. Can arrangements be made for dinner to be delivered to my room?
6. When is the best time to visit Macon?
7. Are there sights to see within walking distance?
8. Is there a good variety of dining establishments in the area?
9. Can the 1842 Inn accommodate a special diet for breakfast?
10. Are horse drawn carriages available to tour the area?
11. What shopping opportunities are available nearby?
12. Do you have a pool, spa or gym at your facility?
13. Do you have a golf course or tennis courts?
14. What day trips within 3 hours do you recommend?
15. Do you accommodate weddings and receptions?
16. Is it possible to have a connecting room?
17. Can transportation be arranged to and from the Atlanta Airport?

1. Are you close to museums and landmarks?
Yes, we are located just minutes from many museums and sights of interest. Among them are the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, Tubman African American Museum, Cannonball House, The Hay House, The Douglass Theatre, and The Grand Opera House.

2. Is transportation available to the museums and landmarks?
Yes, although many of the locations are within walking distance of the Inn, transportation is made available through Macon’s trolley service and local taxi companies.

3. Can someone join me for breakfast?
Yes, you may have guests for breakfast and they may eat for a minimal charge.

4. Do you cater to special occasions such as anniversaries and honeymoons?
Yes, the 1842 Inn exudes romantic southern charm with its 17-columned wrap-around verandah, cozy tables for two in the garden, fireplaces and whirlpools in many of the 19 guest rooms, and optional breakfast in bed. The Inn offers a "Romance Package", which is a lovely way, at anytime of year, to experience the charm the 1842 has to offer. The "Romance Package" includes a bottle of Champagne and Chocolate truffles on arrival, Deluxe accommodations, evening hospitality hour with hors d'oeuvres and cash bar, traditional southern breakfast, turn down service.

5. Can arrangements be made for dinner to be delivered to my room?
Yes, the concierge can order dinner from Marco Ristorante Italiano and bring it to the guest's room.

6. When is the best time to visit Macon?
All seasons are delightful. Many people come to enjoy Macon's many festivals. Among those is the world-renowned Macon Georgia's International Cherry Blossom Festival, which will be held last two weeks of March every year. Taste of Downtown, featuring local downtown restaurants, will be held in mid-September. The Georgia State Fair will be held in October and First Night Macon, the city's celebration and bringing in of the New Year, is held on December 31st.

7. Are there sights to see within walking distance?
Yes, there is a park nearby and self-guided maps are available for those who wish to take a stroll. The area is well lit for nighttime viewing.

8. Is there a good variety of dining establishments in the area?
Yes, there are over 40 restaurants within a 5-mile radius of the Inn. From fast food to formal dining, there are a variety of places to eat while staying at the 1842 Inn.

9. Can the 1842 Inn accommodate a special diet for breakfast?
Yes, the 1842 Inn can cater to all special needs.

10. Are horse drawn carriages available to tour the area?
Yes, with advance notice at the time of reservation, horse drawn carriages can be arranged by the concierge.

11. What shopping opportunities are available nearby?
There are many eclectic boutiques and specialty shops located in downtown Macon, just blocks from the Inn. The Ingleside Village is Macon’s premier antique district featuring nine antique shops on one block.

12. Do you have a pool, spa or gym at your facility?
No, but we present all our guests with a complimentary pass to Macon Health Club. Guests of the 1842 Inn can enjoy all the luxuries of a premier health club within blocks of the Inn. Arrangements can be made for guests to visit Healy Point Country Club for a swim, a round of golf or a game of tennis.

13. Do you have a golf course or tennis courts?
No, but golf and tennis can be arranged through Healy Point Country Club.

14. What day trips within 3 hours do you recommend?
The 1842 Inn is located only 1.5 hours south of Atlanta, 2 hours east of Calloway Gardens and 2.5 hours east of Andersonville and Plains Georgia.

15. Do you accommodate weddings and receptions?
Yes, the 1842 Inn is a wonderful place for an intimate outdoor wedding and/or reception. The colorful landscape provides an excellent backdrop for many events. The 1842 Inn can plan the most elaborate wedding ceremony exclusively or just provide the location for the event. Receptions can be catered and the courteous, professional staff can host events of all kinds.

16. Is it possible to have a connecting room?
Yes, the 1842 Inn has several adjoining rooms.

17. Can transportation be arranged to and from the Atlanta Airport?
Yes, Groome Transportation will pick up and deliver guests directly to the 1842 Inn.

 
 
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