A Quiet Upstairs Suite Inside a Historic Bonham Home
The James Butler Bonham Suite is an upstairs guest suite inside the main Victorian residence at 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr — a historic, owner-occupied private home in Bonham, Texas. It offers a queen bed, private bath, work desk, Wi-Fi, and smart TV. Coffee is available onsite.
If you're visiting family in Fannin County or need a clean, quiet place to land for a few nights, this suite handles it without the noise or squeeze of a chain hotel. It's a private residential space, not a commercial operation — and guests consistently notice the difference.
What's Included
Suite Amenities
Every amenity listed here is confirmed. Nothing backfilled, nothing invented.
At a Glance
Suite Details
| Location | Upstairs within the main Victorian residence · 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr, Bonham, TX 75418 |
|---|---|
| Access | Stairs required. Main-house entry via keypad. Physical key for the suite. Code sent 24 hours before arrival. |
| Guests | Up to 2 |
| Bed | 1 queen bed |
| Bathroom | Private (shower/tub combo) |
| Check-In | 3:00 PM · Self check-in · No late-arrival cutoff |
| Check-Out | 11:00 AM · Late check-out available: $25 per stay (request at booking) |
| Parking | Front lot · 1 spot per unit · Overflow in back lot · Trailers/RVs welcome · Towing at owner's discretion |
| Pets | Not allowed in this suite. Pets permitted only in the two designated cottages. |
| Cleaning fee | None |
| Deposit | None |
| Early check-in | Available · $25 per stay · Request at booking |
| Cancellation | Non-refundable. Airbnb: Super Strict 60 (full refund if cancelled 60+ days before check-in; no refund within 60 days). All other bookings: non-refundable. |
| Taxes | Calculated at checkout |
Check-In & Parking
Arriving at the Suite
Check-in is 3:00 PM. Self check-in throughout — your keypad access code for the main house is sent 24 hours before arrival, and each suite has its own physical key. There is no late-arrival cutoff with the keypad system.
Main-house suite guests park in the front lot — one dedicated spot per unit. Overflow parking is in the back lot, which also accommodates trailers and RVs. Towing is at the owner's discretion.
Pet Policy
Pets Are Not Permitted in This Suite
Pet fee: $40 per pet · Max 2 pets · No size limits · Add at booking
Fit Check
Is This Suite the Right Match?
This suite works well if:
- You want a quiet, private upstairs suite in a historic Victorian home
- You're in Bonham to visit family, handle local business, or need a calm overnight base
- You want Wi-Fi, a private bath, and a desk — without hotel-style hassle
- You're comfortable with stairs
- You're not travelling with pets
This suite is probably not the right match if:
- Stairs are a difficulty — consider a ground-level cottage instead
- You're travelling with a pet — pets are not permitted in main-house suites
- You need a full living area or kitchenette — see Judge Roy Bean Cottage or Burke Trammel Cottage
Common Questions
James Butler Bonham Suite FAQ
It is an upstairs suite inside the main Victorian residence at 317 W Sam Rayburn Dr, Bonham, TX 75418 — walking distance from downtown Bonham's historic square. Stairs are required.
Your keypad access code for the main house is sent 24 hours before check-in. The suite itself uses a physical key. Check-in is from 3:00 PM. There is no late-arrival cutoff — the keypad works any time after 3 PM.
No. No cleaning fee, no security deposit, no extra guest fee. Taxes are calculated at checkout. Early check-in and late check-out are available for $25 per stay each — request at booking.
No. Pets are not permitted in the main-house suites. If you're travelling with a pet, both the Burke Trammel Cottage and Judge Roy Bean Cottage are pet-friendly. Fee is $40 per pet, max 2 pets, no size limits.
Main-house suite guests use the front lot — one dedicated spot per unit. Overflow parking is in the back lot, which also accommodates trailers and RVs. Towing is at the owner's discretion.
Yes — both are available. Early check-in is $25 per stay. Late check-out is $25 per stay. Request either at the time of booking.