Bloomsbury Inn Policies

Inspected and Recommended by the South Carolina B&B Association

Check-In: Standard check-in is between 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm. Please inquire at booking if you require a late check-in. Early arrivals may leave luggage and return after 3:30 pm if desired.

Check-Out: Standard check-out is between 8:30 am and 11:00 am.

Reservation Deposits: All reservations require a deposit of one night or one-third of the booking whichever is greater. Reservations are based upon one or two persons per room.

Cancellation: We certainly understand that changes in plans do occur in our mobile society. As a small inn, we trust that you understand our need for ample notice of cancellation. A credit card number or one night deposit is required to secure a reservation. If you must cancel, kindly do so promptly. If a cancellation is not received 7 days in advance (holidays, special events, or rental of three rooms require a 14 day cancellation), you will be charged for the entire reservation and receive a gift certificate for those rooms/nights booked to be used at a later date. The gift certificate will be good for one rebooking for those specific rooms within a period of six months after the cancellation. Re-bookings are subject to availability. Reservations not cancelled or cancelled after scheduled check-in will be considered “No Shows.” There is no gift certificate/refund provided for early departures or “No Shows.” The full stay will be charged.

Bed Chamber Rates: (rates are subject to change)
Included in rates:

Full Breakfast served in the dining room or on the wrap around porch
Triple sheet with high thread-count linens during the winter season
Egyptian Cotton Linens
Evening turn down service
Port/sherry decanter
Drinks (coffee, tea, soda) upon request
Private baths
On-site parking
Sweets upon arrival

The rates for Bloomsbury Bed Chambers vary per room, per season: $139 to $215.

Payment Methods: Visa®, MasterCard®, cash are accepted, Reservations are not confirmed until the deposit is verified.

Minimum Stays: South Carolina, Camden, Bloomsbury offer great attractions. During peak periods, minimum stays may be implemented.

Breakfast Service: Breakfast seatings are between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. Inquire if you need an alternate schedule.

Children: Although you may encounter well-behaved, civility-oriented nieces/nephews/grandchildren at the Inn upon occasion, we do not accept children under the age of 12.

Smoking: We are a non-smoking Inn. Our lower level porch and a specific garden area are available for our guests to smoke. A $250.00 cleaning fee will be executed for smoking anywhere inside Bloomsbury. In addition, a $250.00 liability fee will be assessed for initiating a flame inside Bloomsbury.

Libations: Each guest room hosts a decanter of sherry or port. Wine and beer, limited menu, is available. Glassware and ice are always available.

Pets: Although we are pet friendly, we do not accept pets. Our Alley Cat offers free petting, as she desires. Inquire for our personal recommendations if you are traveling with your pet.

Gift Certificates: Bloomsbury Gift Certificates may be acquired by contacting Bloomsbury Inn bloomsburyinn@aol.com. We offer Bloomsbury gift certificates in $25.00 increments, sold and utilized at face value. The gift certificates can be utilized toward any reservation within 12 months of purchase.

We offer a Bloomsbury reservation gift certificate which is for a one night reservation, all Bloomsbury amenities included, with any subsequent night reservation at a 10% discount. This certificate is for a specific room which you select. The recipient receives a personalized letter recognizing your purchase.
We honor the South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Association gift certificates. These may be acquired by contacting the association www.southcarolinabedandbreakfast.com
We honor Bed and Breakfast.com gift certificates. These may be acquired by visiting www.bedandbreakfast.com
We also participate in the North Carolina and South Carolina Passport to the Porches of the South. Visit three inns/bed and breakfasts which are members of the VA, NC, or SC state associations and have a chance to win gift certificates for free nights. For additional details, visit www.scbba.net.

South Carolina Code of Laws, South Carolina Bed and Breakfast Act
Title 45, Chapter 4
View the state law: http://www.scstatehouse.net/code/t45c004.htm

Section 45-4-20: (A) "Bed and breakfast" means a residential-type facility having no more than ten guestrooms where transient guests are fed and lodged for pay...(A)(1) "bed and breakfast inn", residential-type lodging facilities that have three to ten guestrooms and serve breakfast to registered guests...(B)(1) serves as both the innkeeper's residence and a place of lodging; (D) proprietor of the bed and breakfast.

Section 45-4-60: Fire safety provisions. (A)(1) A bed and breakfast must provide a safe and secure environment. (B)(2) A new bed and breakfast must adopt a controlled cooking plan.

Section 45-4-90: The exemption from the tax provided in Section 12-36-290 shall apply to any bed and breakfast that has no more than five rentable guestrooms on the same premises and that is also the innkeeper's place of abode.

Camden - Zoning, Camden South Carolina
157.041 Bed and Breakfast Inns (SIC 7011).
View the city ordinance at City Hall, Camden South Carolina

157.041 Bed and breakfast inns are intended to provide a unique transit lodging experience. (A) The primary purpose of the dwelling is for use as a personal residence which is currently occupied by the owner as his or her home. (B) No more than three bedrooms in the residence may be rented for overnight use. The bedrooms must be located in the main residence. (D) Off-street parking shall be provided.