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HOUR Magazine:

A Look Inside West Village’s Historic Frederick Stearns House

“Old wood to burn, old friends to greet,” reads the inscription carved into the wooden mantel in the foyer of the historic Frederick Stearns House in Detroit’s West Village, which opened to the public in June.

“You don’t see a lot of foyers with fireplaces,” says Innkeeper and President Rachel Mitchell. “It’s so cozy and warm.” read more…

Wedding Wire

Frederick Stearns House is a wedding venue and a historic bed and breakfast in Detroit, Michigan. This charming downtown mansion has been part of the fabric of the community for over 120 years and is the perfect place to celebrate your special day in comfort and style. read more…

The Knot

Frederick Stearns House Historic Inn is a wedding venue and a boutique bed and breakfast located in Detroit, MI. This historic mansion is a truly romantic setting hidden in the heart of Detroit’s old West Village. Featuring old-style architecture and antique furnishings, it is the perfect choice for a one-of-a-kind wedding experience. read more…

Crain's Detroit Business

Frederick Stearns house in Detroit reopens as dance studio, inn

Rachel Mitchell, enamored with ballroom dance, wanted to open a studio. Four years later, she got her wish — plus a historic inn and a private club, to boot.  read more…

The Beth Lists

#327 – Frederick Stearns House in Detroit

One Night in Detroit

I was a teenager when I last visited Detroit, 50 years ago. When recently planning a visit, I felt clueless. Where are the best and safest areas, today?
Detroit was intimidating in the 1970’s. (I have stories) Even though I knew Detroit had changed, I avoided booking a downtown hotel. On the internet, I found a B&B located in an old mansion, tucked into a historic neighborhood, 3 miles from the city’s center.

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