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Helpful Information for Your Stay
We want to make sure your stay is as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Take a moment to review our policies and browse through our FAQs to get all the details you need. Whether it’s check-in times, cancellation policies, or special requests, we’ve got you covered.
Policies
How do I make a reservation?
Reservations can be made online or by calling (816) 226- 7405. At the time of reservation, a deposit of one night’s stay plus applicable taxes (9.475% occupancy only) will be charged to your card. The remaining room balance will be charged automatically one week prior to check-in. Incidentals are payable at checkout. If you wish to change the original form of payment please notify us at check-in. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express accepted.
When is check-in & check-out?
Guests may check-in any time after 4:00pm up to 8:00pm. Please contact us regarding the time of check-in. Checkout is by 11:00am. Please contact the host regarding a request for early check-in or late checkout and the applicable fees of minimum $20.00 per hour.
What is your cancellation policy?
Because of our size, cancellations affect us significantly. Changes or cancellations may be made to your reservation until 7 days prior to your arrival. Changes or cancellations within 7 days of arrival will result in forfeiture of the deposit, NO EXCEPTIONS. Refunded deposits will be 10% less of the deposit collected. This applies to all room/s you have on hold with your credit card. In the case that you do not show for your reservation the deposit is forfeited, and the entire stay will be charged. We do not refund for cancellations due to weather. You are of course welcome to transfer your reservation to a friend or family member.
Early Departure
We realize that plans can change, and you may have to shorten your visit. Rooms vacated before the checkout date are still responsible for the entire charge of the original reservation.
Travel Insurance
We realize that cancellations are sometimes beyond your control. For this reason, we recommend purchasing travel insurance for peace of mind. The insurance option is available at check-out on the booking platform.
Do you allow smoking on property?
There is absolutely no smoking in any guest room. Smoking is permitted outside and away from your guest room. There is an ash tray pedestal on the back patio. Evidence of smoking in or near a guest room will result in a $250 charge to the credit card on file for the room in question.
Do you allow children?
Any child under the age of 13 requires pre-approval from the host. Children over the age of 13 shall be entered as adults. Please note they must be well behaved. No running, jumping or loud banging that may disrupt the other guests.
Do you allow pets?
We love fur babies and have two sister cats named Tinker and Faith (who are mostly blind and deaf). They are housed in the sunroom. The sunroom has a separate ventilation system from the main house so that dander is minimized. Tinker and Faith are never allowed in the guest rooms. We do not allow outside pets, but here is a wonderful veterinarian for boarding just one mile from the inn if you are traveling with a pet. Please call for pet boarding and information.
Is parking included?
Parking is a first come first serve basis in the lot. With a little work we can fit 5 cars in the lot. There is only room for (1) vehicle per room. All other cars must park in the nearby public lot.
Am I allowed to have guests during my stay?
Guests that would like visitors during their stay, must have preapproval from the host.
What happens if I accidentally damage something during my stay?
We do understand that accidents happen so please inform us when it occurs. (Spilling of drinks, wine, lotion/creams, broken glass or beds, etc.) Please do not eat hot foods, pizza, etc. in your guestroom as grease or heat can damage duvets, linens and furniture to which you will be responsible for. Please do not use white towels for makeup removal, instead use dark colored washcloth or tissues provided. Any excessive damage that occurs from gross negligence or any disregard for our policies that results in any lost revenue, the relevant guest will be held financially responsible for the cost of all repairs and/or lost revenue. (Please do not use room linens/guest towels to clean shoes, wipe up spills, etc., and believe it or not, DO NOT COLOR YOUR HAIR in the Inn. It can ruin paint, sinks, floors and of course, linens. Thanks!) Please ask for an old towel or cloth if needed. Just please respect the Inn as it’s our home that we share with you!
What if I lose my room key?
Keys that are lost or taken home and not returned, will have a $25 charge for replacement cost of all keys lost or taken.
Do you have a lost and found?
We are happy to package and send articles left behind after checking out. All costs associated with the shipment of the items are the responsibility of guest. We keep lost and found items for a maximum of 30 days from being found.
What is your privacy policy?
We respect and are committed to protecting your privacy. We may collect personally identifiable information when you visit our site. We will not sell your personally identifiable information to anyone.
Amenities
Do you provide linens, towels & toiletries?
For each guest room, we provide the following:
-1 clean pair of linens
-2 hand towels
-2 bath towels
-2 wash cloths
-Shampoo crafted by Embers Candle Bar
-Conditioner crafted by Embers Candle Bar
-Lotion crafted by Embers Candle Bar
Do you provide coffee?
Do you like coffee-only with my oxygen. We take coffee very seriously at the Historic Browning. We have a Keurig located upstairs that is fully stocked with an assortment of Keurig coffee pods. We also provide dry creamer, sugar & “to go” coffee cups. We also have an assortment of teas, water and sodas.
Do you provide breakfast?
Breakfast is served daily at 9 a.m. in our dining area. A full hot gourmet breakfast is served each morning with fresh eggs, meats, dairy, fresh scratch baked goods, Coffee, juices, and even dessert (yes, dessert with breakfast!). We also accommodate dietary restrictions with at least 24 hours advanced notice.
Do you provide onsite parking? Is it free?
We do provide FREE onsite parking for up to 4 cars. Please respect our neighbors and do NOT park in business lots. Violators could be towed at the owner’s expense.
Do you have an iron or ironing board?
We do have irons and ironing boards on property for guest use.
Can we use the kitchen?
No, kitchen use is for the in-house chef only.
Can we use the washer and dryer onsite?
No. The washer and dryer are for guest house staff only however, for extended stay guests we offer laundry service for a fee.
Do you have hair dryers onsite?
Yes. We have one hair dryer in each guest room.
Can we store items in your refrigerator?
No, but there is a mini-fridge upstairs for your use.
Is there free WiFi?
Yes, we provide free wifi through Google Fiber.
About the House & Local Area
How many bedrooms & bathrooms does the bed & breakfast have?
The bed & breakfast has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms located upstairs. The bedrooms include: 1 king room, 1 queen room, and 1 full room. The bathrooms include: 2 stand-up showers only; 1 tub/shower combo.
How far is downtown Lee’s Summit from the guest house? Is is walk-able?
Downtown Lee’s Summit is a short 2 block walk from the guest house. It is extremely walk-able and easy to get to.
How far are you from the Amtrak station? Can I walk?
We are only 4-5 blocks from the Amtrak station. If you don’t mind carrying your luggage, we are walk-able from the station.
What local attractions does Lee’s Summit have?
Lee’s Summit is a thriving community with several opportunities to eat, shop & play. Please visit our local attractions page for all Lee’s Summit has to offer!
Is the house exclusively ours?
No, the hosts live on-site.
Do you have cameras on-site?
For guest safety, we have cameras on the full exterior of the home. We do not have ANY cameras on the inside of the property.
How many parking spots does the guest house have?
The guest house can comfortably fit up to four cars in the driveway. Please do not park in neighboring business lots or you might be towed at your expense.
Do you have a VCR or DVD player onsite?
No, we do not have a VCR player or DVD onsite.
Where is the Lee’s Summit Tourism Page?
The Lee’s Summit Tourism page is located HERE
Where can I find information on downtown Lee’s Summit?
You can find information HERE.
How do I check-in?
Park in the main drive way, come to the front door and ring the doorbell.
Wedding Packages
How far in advance do I need to book my wedding package?
Our weekends book quickly at the guest house. We highly recommend you book wedding packages at least a year prior to your date. However, please check our calendar for availability because there are exceptions.
May I use the bridal suite if we don’t stay overnight?
We have a “bridal suite” day package that doesn’t require an overnight stay.
Do I have to book a wedding package to use the bridal suite?
Yes. Our bridal suite is exclusively for wedding packages only. It is a separate room in the house with mirrors, a makeup bar and several outlets. You cannot rent the guest house (standard rates) and use the bridal suite.
Do you provide discounts on wedding packages?
We do not provide discounts on wedding packages. However, we do have specials during low season (January, February & March).
What is in the bridal suite?
The bridal suite is a separate room only used for bridal hair & makeup. It has a long makeup bar, mirrors, several outlets and multiple hooks to hang dresses. Hair and makeup artists absolutely love our space and so do our wedding parties!
How many people can fit in your bridal suite?
The bridal suite can hold 6 people comfortably. However, all our wedding packages also include full use of our spacious main-floor. The rest of your party can comfortably sit in our living room, dining room, kitchen and deck (weather permitting).
Can I invite my photographer onsite to take pictures?
You are welcome to invite your photographer onsite to capture pictures of your big day.
Can I check in early?
All our wedding packages include an early check in. We allow our wedding parties to check in at 1:00 p.m. (standard guests are 3:00 p.m.)
Is there an onsite staff person to help?
An onsite staff person is there to support all wedding packages. They can handle any questions you have about the property, help take pictures and check in with guests.
Can we bring in our own alcohol, food & drinks?
Yes, you may bring in your own alcohol, food and drinks. Please make arrangements with staff if you have large items or require a significant amount of refrigerator space.
Do you have weddings onsite?
We do not host weddings onsite anymore. We specialize in your get ready moments only.
Do you have to use your wedding vendors?
No. You have the freedom to select your own wedding vendors and we have no restrictions. However, if you want recommendations we have several vendors we trust & love.
Gift Cards
Can I purchase a gift card online?
Yes, you can purchase a gift card online HERE
How long are your gift cards valid?
Gift cards are valid for up to a year after your purchase.
Can you mail me a gift card?
Yes, we are happy to mail you a gift card. When purchasing your gift card online, please designate that.
Can I purchase an e-gift card?
Yes, you can purchase an e-gift card here
My gift card expired, can I still use it?
No. Gift card purchases must occur a year after purchase.
Staff Support Onsite
Do you have a front desk staff?
No, we do not have a front desk staff at the guest house. If you need to make a reservation visit HERE
I have a question about the guest house, where do I go?
E-mail us at stay@thebrowningls.com
Call us at 816-226-7405 (please note: we do NOT have a front desk staff and calls may take up to 24 hours to return)
Text us at 707-498-7794
I have a question I need answered quickly. What’s the fastest way to get a response?
Please text us at: 707-498-7794
Do you provide housekeeping during our stay?
We do not provide house keeping during your stay unless during extended stays at guest request. The guest house will be cleaned and beautiful when you check in.
Do you provide staff during special events?
Yes, all of our special events include one staff member on-site.
Events
How many people can your venue hold?
Our venue comfortably holds your intimate gatherings up to 35 people.
How much does it cost to host an event?
You can access event pricing here
Can we bring in our own food and alcohol?
Yes you may bring in your own food and alcohol. We do have catering partnerships if you would like recommendations.
Does our event rental include Browning staff to help?
Yes! We think it’s important to have Browning staff onsite to help you. We provide 1 staff person to help with all the important event logistics.
Can we use your kitchen?
Absolutely! You can use our kitchen to prepare food items, store cold beverages and warm up items.
Does the event rental include your outdoor patio space?
Yes. If the weather permits, you are welcome to use our outdoor patio space and deck.
Can we put up decorations?
Absolutely. Our space is stunning and seasonally decorated so decor needs are often minimal. Our event staff is there to support you with putting up decor and making the space beautiful.
How do I secure an event date?
A 50% deposit of the event rental is due to reserve your date. The deposit is refundable three months prior to your date. If you cancel less than 7 days before your event, we will take the full value of your event rental.
Where do people park?
Parking at the Historic Browning can get tight during events. Therefore, we have secured parking for you a couple blocks away at Bridge Space (210 SW Market Street). This building looks like an old post office (because it was). You can enter this parking lot at the intersection of Jefferson and 3rd Street).
Please do not park in neighboring business lots or you might be towed. If you have questions about event parking, there is a staff person onsite at the Browning to assist you.
You cannot park on the street (3rd Street) in front of the Browning. This is a main road and your car will be towed.
Please do not allow guests to park over the sidewalk area in the driveway as the police will come and require you move vehicles in the driveway
How many hours does my event rental include?
Your event rental includes 4 hours total. If you want more than 4 hours, it is $75 an hour outside that window and is also based on availability.
Does setup and clean up count towards my event rental?
Yes, setup and cleanup are included in your 4 hour event rental. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate early or late departures on the event day. We typically have people waiting to use the guest house. If your event needs additional hours, it is $75 an hour to use the space. You must let us know prior to your event if you need additional time.
Do we have to setup and clean up our event?
Yes. Browning staff will be available to help you set-up and clean up after your event. The Browning staff does the majority of clean up. Typical events take 30 minutes to clean up.
Can we extend our event rental outside the 4 hour period?
Yes you absolutely can! Each additional hour is $75.
What areas of the house are included in my rental?
Your event rental includes the entire main floor of the Historic Browning: Living room, dining room, kitchen, kitchen nook, main floor bathroom, 1 main floor bedroom (for coats/purses), bridal suite, deck and patio space. There will be NO other guests onsite during your event. We just ask that no one uses the second floor during your rental time as we need to keep it clean for arriving guests after your event.
Are children allowed at events?
Yes children are allowed at events. However, please be respectful of our space with little ones. Please do not allow children to run in hallways, rough house in rooms,etc. We have lots of decor items in our guesthouse that aren’t toddler and child proof. Please watch your little ones carefully. Our event staff person is not a babysitter for unattended children and this is not a responsibility of our staff.
Is coffee, tea and water included in my event rental fee?
Yes. We provide coffee, water and tea for all events as part of the event rental price.
Do you have a TV located in any gathering space at the Browning?
Unfortunately, we do NOT have a TV in a main area. The only TV on the main floor is in our queen room and it is a 40 inch smart TV.
Can we move furniture and decor items?
Browning event staff can help you move furniture and decor within reason. We cannot move large items like our sofas.
Do you have event items we can rent?
We have event items you are welcome to use at the Browning. We have a full inventory list we are happy to provide you. Event rental items DO cost money to rent. Please see our full list below of items and their cost. Please note: If you break event items during your stay, please let the onsite staff person know. We certainly understand accidents happen, but it’s important to notify staff.
Is your space wheel-chair accessible?
Our guest house is not wheelchair accessible. We have four steps guests will have to climb to enter through the main entrance. If you are hosting an event where you need accommodations, we are happy to provide other venues we trust that will better meet your needs.
Do you have speakers onsite?
We do not have speakers onsite to play music. Most guests bring in their own bluetooth speakers to play music for events.
Do you have vendors you recommend for events?
Yes, here is a full list of vendor recommendations. These vendors have partnered with us at the Historic Browning and have proven they are exceptional at what they do. Please mention we referred you!
Catering:
– Neighborhood Cafe Gourmet Catering
– Farfalle Bistro
– Scrape the Plate Catering
Cakes:
– Bake My Day
– Blue Thistle Cakes
– Incrediboll Cakes
– Scratch Bakery
– Nothing Bundt Cakes
Cookies:
– Cookie Hustle
– Oh My Golly Cookies
– Cookie Jar Bakery
Cupcakes:
– Cupcake A La Mode
Photography:
– Suzanne Fryer Photography
– Lillian R. Photography
– A Moment in Time Photography
– Hunter Nicole Photography
– Freeland Photography
Makeup Artists:
– Copper Canyon Salon
– Danny Jo Makeup Artistry
– Blush and Glow KC
Tent Rental:
– Big T Rental (largest tent at the Browning was 20 X40)
Florists:
– Bel Fiore Farm and Floral
– All A Bloom Florists
Event Planners:
– Quintessential Events Kansas City
– T.D Event Coordinator
– Pretty and Planned
Other Event Rental Items:
– Ultrapom Event Rental
Do you meet with me to discuss my event?
All our event rentals include a 1 hour event planning session. During this session, we will discuss all your important event details.
Are there stairs people must use to enter the guest house?
Yes, there are four stairs people must climb to enter the guest house.