James Wilkins House, Salem

Experience Country hospitality in an Elegant Victorian setting. This 1894 Queen Anne, a true painted lady, echoes with the ambiance of an era long past. Savor a full country breakfast; enjoy the parlor or the library, curled up with a good book, maybe watch your favorite movie, or enjoy a wonderful cold glass of Blueberry iced tea or Strawberry lemonade, while sitting on the porch or gazebo. So, if you yearn for that peace and quiet, then this is the place.

Choose one of the three fine guest’s rooms here at the James Wilkins House, The Magnolia Room, with its architect signature of the horse shoe window and romantic atmosphere, this room has a comfortable bed and peaceful wicker furnished sitting area, just perfect for relaxation the Paisley Room which takes you back in time, decorated with tranquil dark colors, a large bed for your comfort, a rocking chair to relax in and a cozy corner with table and chairs or the Children's Playroom, this room once used by the Wilkins Twins, John Lee and Lela Frances is now decorated to please the child in you, with lovely twin beds and a rocking chair for your leisure and where it is always Christmas.

Just 40 miles from Louisville, located in the heartland of Indiana, between Salem and Mitchell, off of State Road 60 and only minutes away from Spring Mill State Park and the Vinetree Farm Estate Winery and Art Gallery of original watercolor paintings. Gift Certificates, specialized packages and tours are available. The James Wilkins House is not only a wonderful place to stay it is also available for intimate weddings, small receptions, Victorian Tea, meetings, seminars and other private gatherings.