Shakespeare Chateau Inn and Gardens

Shakespeare Chateau Inn and Gardens is a bed and breakfast in a historic mansion built in 1885 for Nathan Phipps and Elmarine Ogden. The house sits on a bluff above the Missouri River and is part of the National Register Historic District known locally as Millionaires' Row. Guests can see the original stained glass windows, carved woodwork in several hardwoods, ornate fireplace mantels with original tilework, and a bust of Shakespeare above the front foyer fireplace.

The inn has four luxury suites furnished with art, antiques and fine linens, and rooms have private baths with jetted tubs and spa-style showers. Breakfast is gourmet, and the house offers HDTV, free WiFi and a space for weddings, business meetings and family events. Guests are greeted by the innkeeper, who gives a tour of the interior. The inn is at 809 Hall Street in St. Joseph.