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RIBBON CUTTING for the Peppermill B&B

September 14, 2018

Family, friends and community members gathered around to celebrate the Open House and Chamber ribbon cutting for the Peppermill B&B on Friday, Sept. 14th.

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Many showed up for the festivities and tour of this beautiful Italianate Victorian residence. Belle & Dan Jaeger were delighted to have so many show up in support and celebration for their new business venture.


Around Lamoni—-Peppermill B & B Set to Open

(Pictured: Belle and Dan Jaeger steal a few moments to relax on their swing before returning to restoring Lamoni’s newest bed and breakfast – The Peppermill – in preparation for it’s grand opening.)

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Gary Rees‎ to Lamoni Chronicle

August 9, 2018

Around Lamoni—-Peppermill B & B Set to Open

Belle and Dan Jaeger relocated all the way from Texas to be near their daughter Sarah. Sarah and her husband, Landon Burke, along with the Jaeger’s two grandsons were the lure to relocating here. But the house they bought at 408 S. State Street on the historic Jefferson Highway became an answer to Belle’s dreams. “When I first saw it, I thought it was perfect for a bed and breakfast,” Belle said. “We bought it with that in mind, and for me, it’s like working on that vision.”

“We’ve always been involved”, Belle said. “We think it’s important to give back as we all have the responsibility in the wellbeing of our community.” Dan rode with B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse) and served as a child advocate with CASA for over 10 years. Belle has organized and run many a fundraiser and volunteered on many committees wherever they have lived. One of the first things the Jaegers did was to join the Lamoni Area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber will host a ribbon cutting ceremony at The Peppermill’s grand opening in the very near future.

They call Belle’s dream The Peppermill. Peppermills have always fascinated her– they remind her of a woman’s silhouette, being both elegant and strong. To her, this house is that…beautiful and strong. It has a rich history which she has researched and can be viewed in some pictures she has dating back to the 1800’s on their website (www.peppermillbnb.com). Dan says, “I’m just Belle’s handyman, and I’m helping her work on her dream.”

Since moving in, Dan has been working on its exterior – landscaping, clearing the property, power washing, and repairing drainage concerns. Belle has been unpacking boxes, painting, installing ceiling fans in every room, and removing old wallpaper. Belle’s passion can be found in the house’s architecture and woodworking. That excitement surfaces as they both decorate it and do some restoring. This is her peppermill.

They say their dream is “where Southern hospitality meets the Midwest.” It features three distinctly styled accommodations. The Lasso is on the 2nd story with a beautiful queen size bed and a sitting area. The Lacebark is the top room that faces the front of the 2nd story with a queen size bed with beautifully restored wood floors and a sitting area. A third guest room, The Twin Estates, is also on the 2nd story and accommodates guests with two antique full sized, wrought iron beds and – in addition – has a sitting area. The rooms were named after the streets on which Belle and Dan have previously lived.

The Peppermill will offer a full gourmet breakfast with dietary restriction considerations. The rotating menu choices include dishes such as stuffed French toast, frittatas, authentic Mexican breakfast entrees, omelets, vegetables, and fresh fruits. Juices, coffee, tea, and seasonal hot apple cider and hot cocoa are a few of the beverages offered. Custom add-ons include afternoon tea, a picnic for two, or a special dessert.

Belle and Dan met in college in South Texas. After meeting and talking, they realized they not only knew people and had experiences in common they graduated a year apart from the same high school. They married, graduated, and began careers in the Lone Star State. Dan spent 29 years with Dow Chemical, and for many years, Belle owned an interior decorating business. They have two children. Jacob Alan, their son, is a professional musician living in Austin. Sarah is currently a second-grade teacher in Lamoni.

They knew about Lamoni because both Sarah and Jacob Alan went to Spectacular, but it wasn’t until Jacob Alan went to Graceland that they first saw the city. Belle says she fell in love with the community instantly as they drove their son to Graceland for his freshman year – and could feel at ease even though he was hundreds of miles away from home. Sarah also attended and graduated from Graceland University. Over the years Belle and Dan have gotten to know the town on their many visits here. “Lamoni is like a little gem – you don’t find many communities like this anymore,” Belle said. “We see so much potential, and we hope to be a part of not only maintaining its uniqueness but to help revitalize our new community in a positive and great way.” Dan says they hope to make an impact and they thank everyone who’s made them feel welcomed and at home.


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EXCELLENT Based on 7 reviews.
Deborah
27/07/2019
Top notch destination. I would not hesitate to come here again. The atmosphere, delicious breakfast, attention to details and impeccably decorated rooms, plus the friendliness of the hosts make this a place I highly recommend.
Colston
16/06/2019
Cozy, cute, and peaceful. I felt at home, even if it was just for one night. Both owners were incredibly nice and easygoing. Honestly, this place is a slice of heaven. A great getaway for anyone. Not to mention it was the best breakfast I've had all year :)
Bill
06/01/2019
Belle’s home is just beautiful! We had a great stay. Dan showed us his incredible knife collection and invited us to watch the game in the main living area. The breakfast was outstanding. What a lovely couple. I highly recommend Belle’s bnb if you are looking for a comfortable and friendly stay.
Brian
11/11/2018
Belle and Dan are truly amazing hosts. Each meal was prepared beautifully and tasted wonderful. Dan and Belle made each member of my family comfortable and welcomed. We entered Belle and Dan's home as strangers and left as friends.
Steven
07/10/2018
This is a beautiful historic home in Lamoni! So clean and stylishly decorated, with amazing breakfast
Melinda
26/08/2018
My Daughter and I loved out stay. I can't think of one thing to complain about. The food was out of this world.
Frank
18/08/2018
Belle and Dan were gracious and accommodating hosts. They have a lovely older Victorian style home that we found to be clean and very quiet. They are still putting their personal touches into the home as they only recently moved in themselves but they have done in impressive job so far. Belle was easy to stay in touch with both by text and phone. We weren't able to arrive quite as early as we had planned but it wasn't a problem and was easily handled by text. The queen bedroom was very quiet, dark and comfortable. There was a nice sized bathroom on the same floor. When I came down for breakfast and saw Belle had a fresh cup of coffee waiting for me in the Kreurig I knew I wouldn't be disappointed. The breakfast was nicely thought out, healthy and nutritious. Not overdone or too much like some but as good as any I've had in our many stays at a variety of B&B's. Belle and Dan, Texas transplants, are an interesting couple. We wish we'd had more time to visit with them. This will be our place to stay when we return to Lamoni. It's a valuable asset to the town and offers a nice option to the motels on the interstate.

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