Why Mineral Wells?

Jeremy and I started our journey looking for our bed and breakfast nearly 5yrs ago. We have spent the last few years learning all we can about the industry. The day to day operations, industry trends, guests perspective and needs, down to what it looks like to live on and run a property. We are all in, we dove in and submerged ourselves into the life as Innkeepers. This would mean even selling our home and literally moving into someone else's establishment. No matter where we are, owning our own is the end goal. We felt very strongly about "try before you buy" with the industry average being 7yrs as an Innkeeper we knew we needed to make sure this was for us!

 While we spent a great deal of time learning the industry we spent just as much time searching for our location. We broke down each option into a spreadsheet to calculate feasibility of business in a given location. We wanted to know what drove tourism, for how long on avg., length of stay, seasonal?, what reasons brought guest back if any...., what type of guest area would attract, what guest needs would be and so on. Yeah I know my nerd is showing. I made it my personal goal to find a location that would set us up for success. If I was tech savvy enough to insert the buzzer sound here I would...buzzer sound after buzzer sound we slashed locations off our option list.
 
Now for the side of the story that doesn't seem real but is..... 

 I grew up on a kitchen counter in Mineral Wells. Cooking with my Nana is still one of my greatest joys. We taste test, adjust, and take pride in providing a smile and a full belly to the ones we love. To this day you can hear her call me from the kitchen "Magpie" and in I come. If you would have told me two years ago we would re-open the doors to a Historic Bed and Breakfast in Mineral Wells I would have laughed and said "oh yeah for who...." Mineral Wells never crossed my mind as an option. Sure I heard the stories growing up serveral hundred times "they are re-doing the Baker" insert eyeroll, I was a skeptic. Don't get me wrong I always hoped this town would see new life but I didn't see it as practical and I most certainly never thought it deserved a look through my magnifying, fine tooth. At closer glance Mineral Wells actually is a perfect fit to my spreadsheet jigsaw puzzle.

 "Why Mineral Wells?" 

 Mineral Wells State Park- From trails to explore, fishing, boating, camping, horseback riding, canoe or kayaking. I grew up camping at the State Park.
Rock Climbing- Penitentiary Hollow is one of the few natural rock climbing venues in North Texas.

Clark Gardens- 35-acres of gardens. This breathtaking 50-acre oasis awakens the senses, stirs the spirit and relaxes the mind. From the first spring blossoms to the colorful fall, there is a sense of magic when you visit Clark Gardens.

Crazy Water- Infused by mother natures minerals. Waters vary in mineral strength and taste, so they are numbered accordingly. Find out which amount of crazy is right for you. The historic Crazy Water sign that once spanned Hubbard Street has returned. The replicated, two-sided sign goes across West Hubbard Street just west of U.S. Highway 281 and is a

true sight to see.

 The Annual Crazy Water Festival is a community organized event that benefits community non-profit organizations. Host all the activities which in turn they use to raise funds for their service projects. A festival you will not want to miss!

Mineral Wells Spa and Bath house. The Crazy Water Bath House offers mineral baths and treatments inspired by the waters and nature — using only premium organic and natural products that are blended with Crazy Water and are safe for the skin, body and environment. A day at the spa is a must during your trip.

Fossil Park- The park as it exists today is a result of 20 years of erosion. Fossils have been dated to be just over 300 million years old. The fossil park is open daily from 8am to dusk and is free to the public!

 Shopping on North Oak Walking up and down North Oak has never been better with newly renovated shop after shop to explore.

 Merry Wells Christmas Festival and Lighted Parade are the perfect way to kick-off the holiday season. From great vendors and live performances, to the lighted Christmas Parade you'll feel like you're in your own Hallmark
Movie.

 Historic Architecture From The Baker to The Crazy Water Hotel and everything in between you'll find building after building actively being renovated. The Baker will be fully back open to the public fall 2022

The list goes on, Mineral Wells has so much to offer and will only continue to gain options over the next couple years. This little town is doing major as the town renovation, we will soon be doing the same! We have been watching this town at a distance since June 2019 and we couldn't be more excited for it. We feel honored to finally be here, actively working along side a town eager to bring you great things! We look forward to hosting you at Magpie Inn. We have hand selected the home, walking distance to all the downtown attractions, in the heart of the historic district. We have been preapproved and are moving forward to bring luxury lodging to Mineral Wells! Like us on Facebook to follow along!