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historic 11-bedroom bed and breakfast in Grinnell, Iowa, is up for sale at $485,000. Located near Grinnell College, the Carriage House B&B Inn has been a successful business for 37 years. The property includes owner's quarters and two apartments within its 6,943-square-foot home.

    The inn offers a turnkey experience for buyers looking to run their own traditional bed and breakfast. The sale price of $485,000 includes all interior furnishings, appliances, and decorations, allowing new owners to start operating immediately. "It's shocking to think of the replacement costs if you had to furnish an inn," said broker Kevin Kolbe.

    The property has a prime location within the North Grinnell Historic District, just a short walk from the college and downtown hub. The home was built in 1897 and features a grand appearance with a conical turret and wraparound front porch. The exterior's emerald green siding has been carefully maintained, and the roof was replaced in 2024.

    The ground floor includes a sitting area for guests, formal dining space, and private living quarters for the owner. The second floor features five-bedroom suites with three-quarter bathrooms, while the attic contains a two-bedroom apartment. An additional apartment is available in the finished basement.

    While the house presents opportunities as a multigenerational family home or rental property, Kolbe expects initial interest to come from buyers fulfilling lifelong ambitions of becoming innkeepers. The property has tentative reservations penciled into the calendar over the next two years, and Kolbe notes that the next residents should be prepared to commit to the lifestyle.

    The home is listed at $485,000 by Kevin Kolbe, broker and owner of Ramsey Weeks Real Estate. Contact Kolbe at 641-990-4995 for more information and a private showing.