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Welcome to Belle Oaks Inn Bed & Breakfast, a historic treasure in the heart of Texas. Built in 1912 by banker C.E. Dilworth for his wife Leonora Kockernot, this Greek Revival mansion has a storied past. From family home to dormitories for medical staff and later a private residence, Belle Oaks Inn has seen it all. After a meticulous renovation in 2000, the mansion was restored to its original grandeur, offering elegant accommodations and a glimpse into Gonzales's rich history. Experience the charm and beauty of Belle Oaks Inn Bed & Breakfast, where history meets luxury.

Learn More About The Property & Your Host

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History of Belle Oaks Inn

The Greek Revival mansion was built in 1912 by banker C.E. Dilworth for his wife Leonora Kockernot. It was their family home for many years. In the 1950s, the mansion was used as dorm rooms for doctors and nurses working at the nearby Warm Springs Rehabilitation Hospital. When polio was cured and Warm Springs no longer needed such a large staff, the house was purchased by the Boothe Family in 1961. The Family converted the home back into a private residence. After their deaths in the early 1980s, their son, John Ross Boothe Jr boarded up the house which sat vacant for many years. 

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Meet Your Host

The current owner purchased the property in 2000 and began a complete renovation project. Since then, it has been wholly and lovingly restored to its original grandeur, tastefully decorated in fine antiques, and offering visitors elegant accommodation since 2002.

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