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HA Whitney Inn is located in Columbus, just 28 miles from University of Wisconsin - Madison and 27 miles from Madison Area Technical College. This bed and breakfast provides free private parking and private check-in and check-out. Outdoor dining is also possible at the bed and breakfast. With free Wifi, this bed and breakfast features a cable flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Towels and bed linen are available in the bed and breakfast. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at HA Whitney Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Columbus, like hiking. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy fishing and canoeing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is 27 miles from HA Whitney Inn, while Wisconsin State Capitol Building is 27 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Dane County Regional Airport, 22 miles from the bed and breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Columbus
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  • Margaret
    United States of America United States of America
    This is always our first choice when we stay in the area. It is always nice to return to the inn because it feels like a home.
  • Margaret
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfast options are plentiful—fresh fruit, cereals, healthy and sweet packaged breakfast products, as well as milk, coffee, tea and juice choices. Oven, microwave and toaster make it easy to prepare and enjoy breakfast.
  • Angela
    United States of America United States of America
    I absolutely loved staying here. I take a couple weekends a year to spend quiet alone time with God and this was the perfect place to do that. I felt completely at home and not at all like I was in a hotel room. I enjoyed the peace and quiet....

Hosted by John & Suzanne Walcott, Innkeepers

9.8
9.8
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John & Suzanne Walcott, Innkeepers
The HA Whitney Home was built in 1868, by the founder of the Columbus Canning Company. John's parents purchased it in the mid-1950s from the Albrecht family who were using it as a funeral home. After Mert & Frances Walcott purchased the home, Mert designed a pro photo studio to wrap around the northeastern sides of the house. John & Suzanne purchased it from them in 1976. The studio closed on 12/31/2023. In 2018 John, Suzanne, and family added the HA Whitney Inn, a Licensed "Tourist Rooming House". Included are: Self Check-In, Free Parking with motion lighting, Wi-Fi, 90 HD Cable Channels, Washer/Dryer, Continental Breakfast, Radiant Heat, a Comfy Cozy Queen Bed, Smart-TV, Large Walk-In Shower, Full New Kitchen, Garden View, All New Construction. and The Property is Non-Smoking.
The innkeepers are Suzanne Walcott who was born in Canada. She is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Greeley with a BS in nursing. She also holds a Master of Electronic Imaging and Photographic Craftsman degree from the Professional Photographers of America. She is a past president of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. Suzanne and John have 4 children, 3 living and 7 grandchildren. John Walcott grew up in Wisconsin. He is a graduate of the U.S. Navy Photography School and Layton School of Art (MIAD). He holds the degrees of Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman. Suzanne loves working outdoors. John enjoys playing music, hiking, and fishing. He is the chairman of the Columbus Tourism Commission.
The HA Whitney Inn is a new lodging facility Conveniently located 1.5 blocks (2-minute walk) from the Amtrak station, restaurants, Wisconsin’s largest Antiques Mall, and historic downtown Columbus, Wisconsin. It is just 20 minutes from I 90/94, 35 min. from Dane County International Airport, less than 2 hours from the Milwaukee International Airport, less than 3 hours from O’hare International Airport, 2 hours southwest of Green Bay, and approximately 1 1/4 hours south of Wisconsin Dells and Devil's Lake state park and about 15 minutes from Dodge County Park at Astico. The HA Whitney House is located on the July 4th parade route. The parade is one of the longest in Wisconsin. There is a new EV charging station 2 blocks away behind city hall. @ Ease Massage has an office at the front of our building. Call for an appointment.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of HA Whitney Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Fast free Wifi 340 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform HA Whitney Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about HA Whitney Inn

  • The prices at HA Whitney Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at HA Whitney Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at HA Whitney Inn include:

    • Studio

  • HA Whitney Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Water park
    • Full-body massage

  • HA Whitney Inn is 800 feet from the center of Columbus. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.