Located within 38 km of Sanford Stadium and 38 km of The Georgia Theatre, Gillen House Bed and Breakfast features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Maxeys. Featuring a concierge service, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Free private parking is available and the bed and breakfast also provides bike hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area. The units in the bed and breakfast are equipped with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and pancakes are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available. You can play mini-golf at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast, and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. The accommodation features a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace. University of Georgia Performing Art Center is 39 km from Gillen House Bed and Breakfast, while Georgia Museum of Art is 39 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, American

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
10
High score for Maxeys
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  • Mark
    United States United States
    Greatly enjoyed our stay. Owners are very welcoming, generous and informative.
  • Carleen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. It is a truly beautiful house, the facilities are amazing and the hospitality genuinely the best I have ever encountered in a BnB
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Edward and Cynzia were the perfect hosts. The location is superb, quiet, apart from the tree frogs who kept us entertained in the evenings! Nothing was too much trouble, Edward was very knowledgeable about the locale, and helped us with ideas and...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Edward Toledano & Cynzia Sanchez

10
10
Host review score
Host review score

Edward Toledano & Cynzia Sanchez
The Gillen House Bed and Breakfast is a place to relax and escape. We offer four comfortable guest suites, three with king beds and one with a queen. Each suite is appointed with comfortable furniture, relaxed colors, and wonderful artwork, and all have full en-suite bathrooms. When you stay at the Gillen House, breakfast is included, and each day allows for new menu offerings. Evening dining may be arranged by request when making your reservation. The property consists of 2 acres of grounds including a pecan orchard, vegetable & herb garden, pond and golf putting green. Enjoy relaxing on the back deck with the sounds of the waterfall or upstairs screen porch to enjoy a wonderful sunset. Located in Maxeys Georgia, the Gillen House is a short drive east of Athens. In addition to the enjoyment of the house and property, there are many great things to explore in and around the area.
Cynzia Sanchez and Edward Toledano had a vision of creating a place to slow down, relax, breathe, and be in the moment. Escaping the big city of Atlanta and all that that comes with living in a place with seven million other people, they were both ready to make a lifestyle change. Cynzia was co-owner of a successful moving company that has been in business 30 years, and Edward had a marketing and sales career that spanned 25 years. Combing their desires for a life of creative living and enjoyment of being with others, they took the plunge and have created an oasis in the country of east Georgia. Cynzia is an accomplished artist, with a Master of Fine Arts Degree from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), and an Architectural Degree from Georgia Tech. Her creative needs were not being met in the city, and a country escape to allow her to pursue art career is a main reason for the opening of the Gillen House. She now has her studio in the house and also displays her work throughout the house.Edward has a creative focus in art as well. His work is mainly photography and art made with found objects.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gillen House Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Mini golf
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Gillen House Bed and Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 11:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Gillen House Bed and Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Gillen House Bed and Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Gillen House Bed and Breakfast

  • Room options at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast include:

    • Double

  • Gillen House Bed and Breakfast is 350 yards from the centre of Maxeys. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Gillen House Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Happy hour
    • Bike tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Horse riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Themed dinner nights

  • Guests staying at Gillen House Bed and Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • American
    • À la carte