Plan a unique stay in Auburn and Opelika with these historic bed & breakfasts

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Looking for a unique place to stay for your next vacation? Tucked away in the charming towns of Auburn and Opelika, Crenshaw Guest House and Heritage House are two unique bed & breakfasts offering warm hospitality in a historic setting.

Whether you’re in town to see family, watch an Auburn Tigers game or to spend a relaxing weekend away, these unique bed & breakfasts will make your next visit an experience you won’t forget.

Two unique bed & breakfasts in Auburn and Opelika

Crenshaw Guest House | 371 N College St, Auburn, AL

Built in 1890, the Crenshaw Guest House is a beautifully restored Victorian-era home offering all the modern comforts that travelers need. Inside, you’ll find a total of nine unique rooms, each decorated with subtle Auburn flair—including plush Aubie the Tiger toys for the kiddos.

• Inside the Main House are three “bed and breakfast” style rooms; the Petrie Suite, Nichols Suite and Hare Room
• Behind the Main House, you’ll find three hotel-style rooms and the two-room standalone Pat Dye Cottage. Each includes private entrances and porches perfect for an early morning coffee or for winding down after a day in Auburn.

Each morning, guests at the Crenshaw Guest House can enjoy a complimentary classic breakfast with freshly brewed local coffee, homemade granola, meats from Auburn University’s meat lab and a rotating daily selection of wholesome and fulfilling breakfast selections. Special dietary needs can be accommodated as well.

Located at 371 N College St, Crenshaw Guest House is just a few minutes from Auburn University’s campus and the variety of things to do in downtown Auburn, such as:

• Popular restaurants like the family-owned Southern eatery The Hound and James Beard Award-winning restaurant Acre
• The iconic Toomer’s Corner, home to the Toomer’s Oaks and the historic Toomer’s Drugs. (P.S. we recommend the lemonade!)
• Boutique shops like Behind the Glass and Wrapsody
• Auburn football games at Jordan-Hare Stadium
• And more!

• Crenshaw Guest House: 334.821.1131 | Website | Facebook | Instagram | Tripadvisor
• Address: 371 N College St, Auburn, AL 36830
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Heritage House | 714 2nd Ave, Opelika, AL

Located just a couple of blocks away from downtown Opelika, Heritage House is a stunning bed & breakfast owned by husband-and-wife duo Leif Espelund and Dani Nelson.

Originally built as a single-family residence in 1912, Heritage House has been painstakingly renovated with luxury in mind. Inside, you’ll find five unique themed rooms—each thoughtfully styled with period furniture and antique statement pieces illuminated by large windows.

• Heritage House’s transportation-themed room, Carriage Suite, features 12-foot ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors and an eclectic mix of vintage décor and antique furnishings.
• The large and airy space Garden Suite features unparalleled views of the house grounds and antique amenities, including an original clawfoot tub.
• Clubhouse celebrates the spirit of the outdoors with hunting, fishing and golfing decor, while sharing a balcony with the next door Seaside room.
• Sporting coastal décor and subtle nautical charm, Seaside includes a second-floor balcony with views of the home’s historic neoclassical columns.
• Traveler includes everything you need to feel like a 20th century globetrotter, including a stunning antique privacy screen.

The entire Heritage House space can be rented out as a single unit—perfect for family reunions, company retreats and other group gatherings. The house can also be used as an event venue.

Located just a few blocks from downtown, Heritage House is a short walk from all the boutique shops, charming restaurants and cozy bars that Opelika has to offer, including:

• Zazu Gastropub, a farm‑to‑table Southern restaurant offering fine dining in a cozy, five-level brick building.
• Sneak & Dawdle, a hidden, moody speakeasy serving craft cocktails throughout the evening.
• John Emerald Distilling, the first legal distillery in Alabama since the Prohibition Era.
• Studio 3:19, a charming boutique featuring the Auburn/Opelika area’s first-ever hat bar.

Overnight guests can enjoy a hearty homemade breakfast each morning, cooked to perfection and served elegantly on period china and silverware.

• Heritage House: 334.552.3052 | Email | Website | Facebook | Instagram |Tripadvisor
• Address: 714 2nd Ave, Opelika, AL 36801
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