Open Gates Bed & Breakfast0

Our 4-day visit to Open Gates B & B in Darien could not be improved upon. The gorgeous old home set among oaks and magnolias screams Southern Beauty. The location is primo…..walking distance to everything we came to enjoy. Darien is a superb location near enough to St. Simon’s and Jekyll but a world apart….in a very good way. Our room was very comfortable with a great mattress and pillows and lovely bedding. Breakfast each morning, prepared by trained chef and property owner Zach, is rated 15 on a scale of 1-10. Zach and Carrie are so very welcoming, making for a relaxing visit.

There is nothing to dislike.

The breakfast prepared by Zach, the owner & chef, was absolutely outstanding. We felt we were in a 5 star restaurant. The crepes, bacon and pastries were delicious, and the presentation was superb. The pride of being the perfect chef and host really shows in Zach’s interactions with their guests. The home is quite beautiful. We love history and lovely architecture and the home satisfied both. We enjoyed the lively conversation in sharing our elegantly appointed breakfast dining table with two other couples. This will be our future Go To place for visiting Savannah.

Our bathroom door wouldn’t close completely because of its age. We are very private individuals and want total privacy in a bathroom. Perhaps a different latch would suffice or a different antique door. The mat in the bathroom has an unraveled edge, which can create a fall if someone were to catch their toes on it. Easy fixes, which would make this stay perfection since everything else was wonderful. The sheets were awesome, having brochures of the area was helpful, and Zach is the quintessential historic Bed and Breakfast owner.

What a beautiful B & B! This renovated house was beautifuly decorated in a scenic setting. It was delightful to sit and relax for a while on the front porch. The bed was the most comfortable we have ever had and the rooms were spotless. The owner, Zach, was so gracious. He personally gave us info about the area attractions, dining, and directions to everything. He is an amazing chef who prepared a gourmet breakfast for us. He also prepared homemade cookies and pastries in the afternoon.

The property is charming and well maintained. It is beautifully decorated and comfortable. Our host, a chef, appeared in the morning and made us a wonderful breakfast. I definitely recommend this accommodation.

It was rainy, not our host’s fault. The car park was a little muddy, perhaps some gravel may have helped if ordinances would allow.

The owner met us when we arrived and showed us around the house, and gave us recommendations of places to eat and visit. Unfortunately, we got there late and had to leave early. He got up early to make us a wonderful breakfast. We could tell he is passionate about hospitality for his guests. The room was clean and comfortable, in a nice location. There was a fridge for us to store our food, and there is a kitchen if you are planning to cook. We wish we could have stayed longer.

The Welcome. Zack's got it 👍 Location is pretty special. It is as you might expect, a historic old home adapted to a bed and breakfast. The hosts attention to detail commendable. Darien, though small, is convenient to much more congested Sea Island 30 minutes down the road. We will stay again.

The need to tell the rowdy neighbors guests to pipe down. 10 pm is time to wind down. This however is not a host issue and should not reflect on Open Gates

Our stay was exceptional! Zach and Carrie were the best hosts! When we arrived,Zach was on the beautiful and comfortable front porch and welcomed us to our home for the next 4 days. He gave us a tour of the home and the history of the home as well as the furniture and decor. We knew the area but Zach was prepared to tell us about the best places to see. The rooms are beautiful and the sheets on the bed were so soft! But the breakfasts were the absolute best! Zach and Carrie served the breakfasts and Zach described the dishes. I felt so at home I had to stop myself from taking the plates to the kitchen. The only way we knew there were others in the house was when we met them at the dining room table. It was so nice meeting everyone from all over and hearing their stories. It was the most relaxing stay! Thank you Zach and Carrie!

There was nothing I would change! Everything was at our fingertips. I’m sure if we needed anything, it would be provided by our hosts!

Breakfast and homemade pastries (i.e. cookies) were scrumptious! Elegant table setting and breakfast was cooked to perfection. Location was great -- we enjoyed the 'historical' background of the area. Convenient to our travel route (I-95). Owner was available and responsive to all our needs.

Nothing to dislike.

The owner’s hospitality and friendliness made us feel welcome before we even arrived. We were driving back home to FL from a long trip to New York and our arrival time was delayed, however, Zack took the time to stay in touch with us and to greet us when we made it to the property. The house is beautiful, in a charming neighborhood, and located close to great restaurants. We stayed in the downstairs bedroom, comfy bed, large area, and full of character. Zack’s award winning breakfast was amazing, which I enjoyed while chatting with other nice guests. I will definitely return to this B&B, however, with more time to enjoy the house and the local attractions. Great experience!

Sorry we arrived so late, limiting our ability to spend more time walking in the area. We also missed the opportunity to buy chocolates from across the street (it was closed on Sunday). And since my husband chose to sleep longer and skip breakfast, I did not think of asking Zack to take his breakfast “to go” for the road. I literally liked everything about Open Gates B& B.

An elegant historic home with lovely and large spaces to share. Rooms were wonderfully appointed with all we needed. Breakfast prepared by chef/owner Zach was amazing and his chocolate chip cookies were an added treat. We want to return for more than one night!

We liked everything! No negatives from us.