While searching the internet for unusual Oklahoma hotels, I ran across The Dominion House. The name sounded strict and formal. The website photos looked fancy and reserved. But, it was the hotel's history that captured my attention. I wanted to see how a property, that had been a children's home, could become a luxury B&B. |
In recent years, The Dominion has been a venue for weddings. In 2018, one of the brick federal-style buildings was renovated to hold 6 guest rooms.
The Masonic Children's Home
I found this internet photo of the main house, when it was vacant between 1978 and 2000. The Children's Home was built in 1923, by the the Mason's, to house orphans and children whose parents could no longer care of them.
28 Acres
Besides the main house, there were a number of other buildings on the property.
The West Wing
The Gardens
Lots of Green
We explored a while on our own. It was hard to imagine the peaceful lawns and pathways, swarming with wedding guests. I loved having it to ourselves.
Every Detail
Sconces and Chandeliers
Velvet and Wood
There was something pretty splendid about being in an old building, where everything smelled fine. The bed linens, drapes, couch and rug were all odor free.
The Bathroom
Evening at the Dominion
Before Don and I headed out for the evening, we went against house rules (no alcohol) and had a wine toast in our room. How could we not? Like sneaky children, we took the evidence back to our car. Which was wise, since we had a little turn-down service while we were away. A nice chocolate stamped with the hotel image, was our reward!
Ahh Morning!
I slept well and woke wishing I could linger in bed forever. But I was on a mission to make use of that tub before the hotel breakfast. I got up before Don and filled the tub, adding some of the complimentary bath salts. I took a photo of the decadent setting before I wised up and put the I-pad on a nearby stool. That was a lucky move, since my luxurious bath turned into an "I Love Lucy" episode when I reached to turn off the cold water. |
Breakfast
The Main House
Breakfast Room
Chef David
When it was time to check out, we had to share the news of our bathtub, with the host. I'm pretty sure I didn't cause the problem, but I somehow felt a little sheepish, as if I were one of the kids from the Children's Home, admitting guilt. My casual description of the problem, gave no hints about the real drenching fiasco that occurred.
What's Notable?
The grounds and the hotel couldn't have been more lovely. The chef-cooked breakfast was a delicious treat. The staff and even the other guests, made us feel welcomed and comfortable.