Travel 11 Southern Bed-and-Breakfasts Perfect for Mother-Daughter Getaways By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on December 18, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy Anchorage 1770 The older we get, the more we appreciate spending time with our mamas. While baking holiday pies and doing a little Saturday shopping together definitely helps in the quality time department, nothing quite compares to going on a full-fledged mother-daughter getaway. And since it happens so few-and-far-between, it's the perfect opportunity to pull out all the stops. Instead of booking the big-box hotel chain located conveniently next to tumbleweeds and fast food joints, choose one of these charming Southern bed-and-breakfasts nestled amongst magnolia trees and cobblestone roads.If you're both big into antiquing, head over to Round Top for a rustic getaway complete with a famed Antiques Fair. If you'd like to explore the hallowed grounds of Biltmore Estate, stay at a certain South's Best spot nearby. Dreaming of a waterfront destination? Boy, do we have you covered. Each of these Southern inns have charm, personality, and an interesting story to boot. Read on to find the best B&Bs in the South for mother-daughter trips. 01 of 12 11 Southern Bed-and-Breakfasts Perfect for Mother-Daughter Getaways 02 of 12 Bed & Breakfast on Tiffany Hill Robbie Caponetto Mills River, North Carolina Take your mama to this classic charmer, and you'll forever be the favorite. Each one of its seven suites is inspired by a Southern town—from Seaside, Florida, to Lexington, Kentucky—and the B&B makes the perfect base camp for exploring western North Carolina. (It's only about 15 minutes away from Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard.) tiffany-hill.com 03 of 12 The Prairie at Round Top Courtesy The Prairie at Round Top Round Top, Texas Nothing quite compares to a rustic getaway with true Texas flair. Stay at this romantic homestead that hosts guests year-round, but especially when the famous Round Top Antiques Fair is underway. (It’s a 50-year-old antiques-and-flea market extravaganza that pops up only twice a year.) theprairieatroundtop.com 04 of 12 Anchorage 1770 Courtesy Anchorage 1770 Beaufort, South Carolina Going on 250 years old, this B&B is the definition of old Southern charm, and the four-story waterfront inn boasts some amazing views of the Lowcountry. You and your favorite gal pal (Mom!) can enjoy the on-site spa, eat gourmet fare at The Ribaut Social Club, and sip afternoon drinks on sprawling upper porches. anchorage1770.com 05 of 12 Key West Bed & Breakfast Facebook/Key West Bed & Breakfast Key West, Florida Grab your mama, and hit the beach! When you're just blocks away from Key West's finest institutions—like the beloved Sloppy Joe's and Ernest Hemingway's home—everything else should be easy. This cozy B&B is full of character and more affordable than other spots. keywestbandb.com 06 of 12 The Gastonian Courtesy The Gastonian Savannah, Georgia There's plenty to see and do in this historic city, but why not stay in style by booking this bed-and-breakfast? Located just a short walk to Savannah's beautiful Forsyth Park, The Gastonian is the epitome of antebellum hospitality. Take your breakfast in its elegantly designed parlor, and indulge daily in a cocktail hour with Southern hors d'oeuvres—and soon you'll be talking with a drawl fit for Scarlett O'Hara. gastonian.com 07 of 12 Steel Magnolia House Robbie Caponetto Natchitoches, Louisiana If your mama is a Steel Magnolias fangirl, this B&B will look quite familiar. The Steel Magnolia House Bed and Breakfast, located in an historic home in Natchitoches, played host to many scenes from the ever-loved 1989 movie. Make sure to tell Truvy and Ouiser we said hello! steelmagnoliahouse.net 08 of 12 Zero George Courtesy Zero George Charleston, South Carolina For a proper girls' weekend with Mom, look no further than Chucktown. Find this gem in a quiet corner of historic Charleston, just a short walk away from everything you'll want to hit while visiting. This bed-and-breakfast feels wonderfully classic, but with a contemporary twist. (Read: excellent amenities.) zerogeorge.com 09 of 12 Devereaux Shields House Courtesy Devereaux Shields House Natchez, Mississippi You can’t go to Natchez without hearing all about the antebellum architecture. Immerse yourself in the history by staying at this Queen Anne-style Victorian home, and from there you can easily tour famed spots like Rosalie, Magnolia Hall, and Stanton Hall during your visit. dshieldsusa.com 10 of 12 The Inn at Little Washington Courtesy of The Inn at Little Washington Washington, Virginia Get a taste of history at this famed inn. Set in a picturesque rural town that was surveyed by George Washington himself in 1749, this place pairs its world-class restaurant with accommodations that live up to every grand historic scene you can imagine. theinnatlittlewashington.com 11 of 12 Soniat House Hotel Courtesy Soniat House Hotel New Orleans, Louisiana If you and Mom aren't the rowdy, Mardi Gras type, this abode will suit your style. Originally a group of historic, Creole-style townhouses built in the 1800s, Soniat House makes you feel transported back in time—but in an uber luxurious way. Pay a visit to the in-house antique store, and don't be surprised if you leave with a vintage souvenir. soniathouse.com 12 of 12 Blackberry Farm Helen Norman Walland, Tennessee If your mother is a country girl at heart, this one'll make her proud. Hidden in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains about 45 minutes south of Knoxville, Blackberry Farm lets you wake up to views of bright green rolling meadows, bushes upon bushes of wild blackberries, and a charming red barn. blackberryfarm.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit