A new bed and breakfast, The White House Inn and Wellness Retreat, will open this fall on Parkview in the Berry Subdivision. Located in the historic home that once operated as a B&B called The Blanche House, the new B&B will include three guest suites and a spa room.
Owner Michelle Calpito originally intended to open a day spa in Detroit, having relocated from Grand Rapids to do so. However, upon purchasing The White House, her dream evolved. She felt that its location in a residential neighborhood as well as the layout of the house lent itself to remaining a B&B, although the spa element remains integral. She says, "It's been a dream of mine to run a place where people come and leave feeling changed and refreshed, with a new outlook on life."
The spa room, where wellness treatments will be performed, includes a sauna, steam room and whirlpool tub. Another whirlpool tub is located in the largest guest suite.
The décor of The White House will differ from most B&B's. As Calpito describes, "I hoped to bring a simplicity to it, as most bed and breakfasts are Victorian and museum-like, ours is comfortable and inviting – just like visiting your girlfriend's house."
While completing the interior renovations and installing spa equipment is ongoing, The White House is currently available for event rentals. From today through the 28th of July, Calpito will be holding an Open House. Hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m; and Wednesday evenings from 5 to 8 p.m. She says the two weeks will give people a chance to check out The White House's amenities in anticipation of holding an event.
The White House can be reached at 313-822-7864.
Source: Michelle Calpito, The White House
Writer: Kelli B. Kavanaugh
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