Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Association

Isadora's B&B

Isadora’s Bed and Breakfast

Stephen F. Mayer House in West Bend, Wisconsin
724 Beech Street

For Reservations,
Call 1-262-306-8468
or visit
WWW.Isadorasbedandbreakfast.com

Policies & Procedures
Check-in: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm (or prearranged time)
Check–out: 11:00 am

Full Breakfast: 8:00 am (or prearranged time) served in the formal dinning room.
* Please let your host know of any allergies on check-in.

Coffee: Available in dining room 7:00 am - 9:00 am.
Dessert: Available in dining room nightly.

Reservations: Reservations are confirmed with a deposit of a one-night stay rate at time of booking. Deposits can be made by American Express, Master Card, or Visa.

Cancellations: If cancellation is necessary, your deposit will be refunded in full if we can re-rent the room or with a 10 day advance notice.

About Yesterday
Steven F. Mayer built this beautiful large Queen Anne styled Victorian home in 1893 for his wife Isadora (Pick). The home was designed by the architect H.B. Camann, of Chicago, and was said to be one of the “most handsomest and most convenient in the city” (Pilot, 1893).
Steven was president of the West Bend Brewing Company (1871), first Ward Supervisor of Washington County (1892), County Treasurer (1894), elected State Senator (1894), began the West Bend Mutual Insurance Company (1895), first President of West Bend Malting Company (1911), Director and first President of the West Bend Aluminum Company (1911), and President of the First State Bank (1920).

About Today
After Stephen’s death in 1935, the home was made into four apartments. In the 1970’s the work of restoring the home back into a single dwelling residence began. The current owners, Darrell & Deborah Ziebarth, bought the house in 1999 and have continued to lovingly restore the interior/exterior to replicate the years of Stephen and Isadora’s life in the home (1893-1935). “The intention has always been to restore the home and open it to the public as Isadora’s Bed & Breakfast”. After eight years of restoration, the 4,600 sq. ft. home is ready to be enjoyed by all. The home has six bedrooms/six bathrooms and beautiful public parlors display a collection of vintage wedding dresses and paintings. Come, step back in time!

Isadora’s Bed and Breakfast is a member of:
• The Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Association
• West Bend Chamber of Commerce
• Washington County Visitors and Convention Bureau
• The Christian Hospitality Network

Special rates:
• Business travelers (Corporate rate: Sunday-Thursday 20%)
• Through the Christian Hospitality Network, full time Christian ministry workers (Sunday-Thursday 25%)
• Nurses (WNA membership card) (15% Any time)

*Small retreats or events can be hosted during the week or with a 2-night minimum stay requirement for weekends (4 couples).

About the Rooms…
All rooms have:
• Central air
• Free high-speed wireless Internet access
• Flat screen LCD TV/DVD.

Isadora’s Arbor Rose
On the top of the grand staircase, lose yourself in the ambiance of high Victorian living surrounded by pink silk, satin, and lace. The furniture pieces are all beautiful antiques. You will slip away in the comfort of Egyptian linens on the queen size bed. The private attached bathroom has a whirlpool tub/handheld shower combo and boasts the original marble counter/cherub sink. The closet holds the traveler’s vintage trunk and wears.
$119
The Country Rose
A unique expression of tailored fabrics surrounds the room with a sunny disposition. The golden oak antique queen size bed is equipped with a sidestep. French doors open to a small porch with a bird’s eye view of the yard filled with giant maple trees. An armoire hides the TV/DVD and a handsome collection of Indian baskets. Come spin a memory with the vintage spinner’s wheel! The unattached private bathroom is right next-door and has an antique claw-foot tub and tiled shower. Robes are provided during your stay.
$99
The Sunroom Garden Suite
The Early Americana flavor of the bedroom and bathroom provide the entry to a divine linear four season sunroom. The sunroom has a comfy overstuffed chair/ottoman and vintage white wicker furniture. Enjoy the collection of watercolors by a Wisconsin artesian. Grab a good book and escape for the day. If you are a writer or dreamer, this is your destination. The antique full-sized sleigh bed has a pillow top mattress and the attached private bathroom is equipped with a full-sized shower.
$119
The French Nook
This cozy nook will remind you of the French countryside. It is located on the third floor of the home. On the way up, enjoy a collection of religious themed paintings. It is filled with antique furniture, classic literature, and teacups. The bed is full-sized and white European linens abound. The unattached private bathroom is right next-door and has a tub/shower. Robes are provided during your stay.
$79
Sorry… accommodations not suited for:
• Children
• Smoking, except outside
• Pets (Inquire about pet care facilities nearby)
*Dachshund (Abbey) in private residence

About West Bend
West Bend has an abundance of things to see and do throughout the year. Regner Park is just a few blocks away and host several events including concerts, duck races, swimming, and ice-skating. Trek the scenic “Ice-Age” Trail (30 mi), bike the newly completed Eisenbahm State Trail (21.6 mi), and ski “Sunburst”. A most unique downtown area close by hosts our own River Walk and a summer Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings that is enjoyed by many. There are unique gift shops, restaurants, museums, and a popular old-fashion candy store. German Fest and Jazz Fest are just two of the many annual festivals. Contact the Washington County Visitors and Convention Bureau for dates and details of events at the West Bend County Fair Grounds.
Visit the old Washington County Courthouse designed in Romanesque style built in 1889. It now houses the Washington County Museum and Historical Society. The Washington County Jail across the street was built in 1886. Both buildings are open for tours.
Isadora (Pick) Mayer’s Uncle was Carl Von Marr, whose paintings won him a seat in the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in both Berlin and Munich. The Museum of Wisconsin Art was built with the intentionality of providing a home for several of Carl’s master works. He won countless gold medals in exhibitions all over the world and was knighted in Bavaria and Italy. His works can be viewed in many museums including the Metropolitan Museum in New York. “What a proud day it was when the Flagellants won First Prize at the World’s Fair in Chicago (1893) and came into the possession of The West Bend Art Museum in 1975” (Spirit of West Bend, 1980). This 14 x 24 feet painting proudly occupies an entire wall in the gallery and is its most prized possession. Plan to visit The West Bend Art Museum (one of Wisconsin’s best kept secrets and a MUST SEE) while staying here.
In surrounding Washington County, you will find two state parks, and many county and city parks. Among them, Holy Hill National Shrine, “Lizard Mound”, Northern Moraine State Forest, and Riveredge Nature Center.

• 13 miles to Cabela’s “World’s Foremost Outfitter”
• 15 miles to Historic Cedarburg
• 20 miles to Port Washington
• 25 miles to Milwaukee
• 60 miles to Oshkosh
• 90 miles to Green Bay
• 150 miles to Scenic Door County
• 115 miles to Chicago

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