Property Description

Named Best Bed & Breakfast in St. Joseph for 2026 and featured in Dwell, Shakespeare Chateau Inn & Gardens is one of Missouris most remarkable Gilded Age estates. Built in 1885 and set on nearly two acres along historic Hall Street?once known as Millionaires Row?this distinguished Chateauesque residence offers an exceptional opportunity to own a remarkably preserved piece of architectural history.The grand interior showcases 47 original stained-glass windows, hand-carved cherry, mahogany, oak, and walnut woodwork, ornate plaster ceilings, encaustic tile floors, period chandeliers, and eight fireplaces. Among the estates most significant features is the rare Zuber panoramic wallpaper Eldorado, installed circa 1920. Examples of this historic French scenic wallpaper can also be found in prominent settings, including the White House.The property includes the stately main residence, a carriage house with three private apartments, and an additional structure at 819 Hall Street that offers potential for expanded residential, guest, studio, or future destination use, subject to zoning and applicable approvals. Expansive grounds, mature landscaping, and multiple structures create a rare opportunity for a private estate, multigenerational compound, or distinctive residential retreat.This offering includes the residential real estate only. Business operations, furnishings, and personal property are available separately. For video, floor plans, a 3D tour, historic documentation, and information regarding both residential and commercial opportunities, visit ShakespeareOnHall.com.

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