Reviews of Rachael's Dowry Bed and Breakfast
637 Washington Boulevard , Baltimore, MD 21230, United States
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Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe proprietor!!!!!
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Thank you, Wendy!! I'd say the smiley face is the guests!!!! Glad you had a great stay, and I'll definitely look forward to your return!
Reviewed: 3 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast was delicious, fresh, and well prepared! So many thoughtful details sprinkled throughout and attentiveness that is rare to find.
Thank you so much for the kind words and 10's! I'm pleased that you enjoyed your stay, and that you appreciate the little things in life!
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewThe historical significance of the house
Thank you so much! I look forward to your return!
Reviewed: 27 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 7 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewThe historic setting and beauty of the grounds are spectacular. Loved that the furniture is antique and time-set to the era of the building.
Thank you for your kind words - so glad you enjoyed the home. Hope we'll see you again sometime in the near future!
Reviewed: 26 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewHostess!!
Loved everything !
Thank you, Suzanne!! It was great meeting you guys - hope to see you again for playoff season!
Reviewed: 13 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful, so close to Camden Yards. We felt safe and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious, and the host was wonderful. She shared a lot of history about Baltimore.
Loved everything!
Thank you for such a kind review! It's amazing how close we are to Camden Yards, isn't it?! Hope you get a chance to come back to Baltimore soon. See you then!
Reviewed: 19 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewFrom the owner, Linda's, warm welcome (upon arrival) to the incredibly comfy bed to the mini tour of the gorgeous historic house to the complimentary fresh baked cookies and tea, the evening nip of sherry, the big, bright, beautifully decorated bedroom to the delicious breakfast and easy checkout...this was a wonderful experience! The location is amazing! Rachel's Dowry is a quiet oasis tucked into the middle of a fun, bustling city where everything one could want or need is close by. I highly recommend it and look forward to going back again! Also, if attending a ball game at the impressive Camden Yards, this is the place to be. The beautiful stadium is mere steps away. Amazing! We LOVED everything about Rachel's Dowry!
We wanted for nothing.
Thank you, Juliana!! I enjoyed having you here, too! Definitely a great location and a surprising little oasis in the heart of the city. See you next time you come to Baltimore!
Reviewed: 26 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewAbsolutely beautiful B&B! Very comfortable bed! I will always pick this place to stay in Baltimore.
No complaints!
Thank you, Hanna! So glad you had a great time here. I'll look forward to your next concert here in Baltimore - easy to get to the Arena and to the sports stadiums! Safe travels!
Reviewed: 27 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewLinda was the most amazing owner, operator and hostess!! The entire visit was outstanding! Food was home cooked, rooms very clean, the entire house was so comfortable you felt like you were home. All the other were wonderful as well! This is a “10 out of 10”!! We will stay again!
Thank you, John!! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay. I'll definitely look forward to your return - hopefully soon!
Reviewed: 18 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewLoved the room and the bldg. Breakfast was delicious.
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Thank you so much for the kind review, Bill! I'll look forward to seeing you next time you come in to Baltimore. Linda
Reviewed: 8 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe breakfast was very well rounded, filling and healthy. Linda’s willingness and ability to accommodate allergies and still provide a delicious breakfast went well beyond what was expected.
Nothing, everything from the food to the accommodations to the staff were amazing.
Thank you, Jennifer!! It was my pleasure! I've got allergies, too, so I get it! Hope you guys will be coming back to B'More sometime soon. Stay well! Linda
Reviewed: 15 May 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewgreat host and breakfast was amazing
a lot of steps to climb but good exercise
Hi Steve, Thanks for the nice review! You're right about steps - they didn't have elevators in 1790, but luckily the steps are shorter than the ones we have today! Next time we'll arrange for you to be on one of the lower floors. Safe travels and hopefully we'll see you again sometime soon.
Hi Steve, Thanks for the nice review! You're right about steps - they didn't have elevators in 1790, but luckily the steps are shorter than the ones we have today! Next time we'll arrange for you to be on one of the lower floors… Show more
Reviewed: 1 May 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewA top rating doesn’t say enough for this lovely B&B. Attention to details, care and comfort were apparent in every aspect of Rachael’s Dowry. The Innkeepers knowledge of not only the B&B itself but the surrounding area gave an appreciation of where we were and the history surrounding us. The gourmet breakfast was outstanding and very generous.
Thank you, Suzanne, for the kind words. I really enjoyed chatting with the two of you - one of the great perks of my job. I'll look forward to seeing you when you get a chance to come back to Baltimore.
Reviewed: 3 April 2023 · Stayed in April 2023
Verified reviewlinda is incredible. the rooms are amazing. the food is filling and delicious. the communication is impeccable. the conversations with fellow traveling folk is worth every moment.
when i tell my friends about my wonderful experience, it might be booked up next time i want to visit. you know, when you want it to stay the best kept secret in baltimore and you also want them to be incredibly successful... it is that kind of place.
Hi Quincey! Thank you so much for your awesome review! I think there's room to tell your friends - we'll do our best to make sure you can stay! I really enjoyed chatting with you two, and look forward to the next time. Thanks again!
Reviewed: 27 March 2023 · Stayed in March 2023
Verified reviewperfect location, nice safe neighborhood.
Thank you so much for your great review! I'll look forward to seeing you on a return visit!
Reviewed: 16 January 2023 · Stayed in January 2023
Verified reviewI loved all the decor. Breakfasts were delicious. I loved having a tea station and small treats available at all times. The brandy in the library was a nice touch as well.
Our room was very cold the first night, naturally with it being a historic house with original windows it was a bit drafty. We were good once we figured out how to work the heat. And there was a space heater that helped immensely.
Thank you for your review! Glad we worked through the heating in your room, and yes, at times it takes a bit to get the house to adjust to when the outside temperatures drop like they did. I'll look forward to seeing you both again sometime soon!
Thank you for your review! Glad we worked through the heating in your room, and yes, at times it takes a bit to get the house to adjust to when the outside temperatures drop like they did. I'll look forward to seeing you both again some… Show more
Reviewed: 12 December 2022 · Stayed in December 2022
Verified reviewIt’s a beautiful old home with lots of architectural details. Linda was an excellent host and the breakfast was great.
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Thank you, Adam! I enjoyed having you here - looking forward to your next trip into Baltimore!
Reviewed: 7 November 2022 · Stayed in November 2022
Verified reviewReviewed: 15 September 2022 · Stayed in September 2022
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