Orrville, Alabama

A Legacy of Grace
Waiting for You

Step into a home where history breathes through every room, where Southern warmth is not just offered — it is lived. Ellis-Dunaway-Gardner House holds generations of stories, and now it welcomes yours.

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Our Story

More Than a Stay —
A Chapter in History

The Ellis-Dunaway-Gardner House stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of Orrville. For generations, this home has been a place of gathering, of rest, and of quiet dignity — a sanctuary where the rhythms of life slow to something more intentional.

Today, we open its doors to travelers who seek something deeper than a hotel room: a space with soul, with memory, with the kind of warmth that only comes from walls that have witnessed real life. Whether you are passing through or staying awhile, we invite you to make this house your own.

1800s

Historic Roots

203

Academy Street

AL

Heart of Orrville

Ellis-Dunaway-Gardner House historic exterior

Accommodations

Rooms Woven with
Timeless Comfort

Classic King Room with emerald accents

The Classic Room

A thoughtfully appointed retreat featuring a plush king bed, hand-selected antiques, and the quiet serenity that defines our historic home.

  • King Bed
  • En-suite Bathroom
  • Historic Charm
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Garden View Room with natural light

The Garden Room

Bathed in natural light, this room overlooks the quiet gardens that frame our property — a peaceful corner for reflection and rest.

  • Garden Views
  • Queen Bed
  • Writing Desk
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Grand Suite with period furnishings

The Grand Suite

Our finest accommodation — a spacious suite adorned with period furnishings, a separate sitting area, and the unmistakable elegance of a bygone era.

  • Separate Sitting Area
  • King Bed
  • Period Furnishings
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The Experience

Why Travelers Choose
Our House

A Home, Not a Hotel

Every corner of this house has been cared for with intention. You are not checking in — you are coming home to something rare and real.

Rooted in History

Built by the families whose names grace our doors, this house carries the stories, struggles, and triumphs of generations past — and you are now part of that continuing narrative.

Southern Hospitality

We believe hospitality is an art — one practiced with genuine warmth, attentive care, and the kind of personal touch that no chain hotel can replicate.

Central Orrville Location

Situated on Academy Street, we place you at the heart of Orrville — close to local landmarks, community events, and the quiet rhythms of small-town life.

Tranquil Retreat

Far from the noise of busy highways, our house offers the kind of deep, restorative peace that comes from being somewhere truly still and safe.

Personalized Care

With only a handful of rooms, every guest receives individual attention. Your comfort is not a metric — it is our priority.

Find Us

In the Heart
of Orrville

203 Academy Street

Orrville, Alabama 36767

(334) 400-0036

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Email Us

ellisdunawaygardnerhouse@gmail.com

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