Step back into the romantic yet mysterious past at The Terrace Inn, a charming historic inn overlooking Little Traverse Bay where elegant Edwardian architecture meets whispered tales of lingering spirits. Open its doors after dusk and you may hear footsteps when no one’s there, see shadowy forms along quiet hallways, or encounter one of the inn’s famous apparitions—making it a perfect choice for travelers who love haunted hotels with history and character.
Brief Hotel History
The Terrace Inn was built between 1910 and 1911 by Indiana banker William DeVol, replacing an earlier Nash House boarding cottage and opening for guests on June 1, 1911. It originally offered modern amenities of the era—electric lights, hot and cold baths on every floor, hot water heat, and plentiful closets—at rates of $2.25–$3.50 per day. Since then the inn has operated continuously and changed hands multiple times, with each owner preserving its historic appeal while adding the comforts modern travelers expect.
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👻 Haunted Hot Spots & Paranormal Activity Reported
The Terrace Inn’s haunted reputation isn’t just folklore—staff and owners maintain a “ghost files” binder of guest reports collected over decades.
Lady in White (Elizabeth “Abbey” Sweet)
Local lore recounts a tragic story of a woman named Elizabeth “Abbey” Sweet, who was pregnant with twins and fell, miscarried, and died in Room 211; her husband Edward reportedly died of a broken heart years later, associated with Room 308. Guests have reported seeing her as a Lady in White wandering halls or appearing in rooms.
The Man in Tweed
Sightings include a man in a tweed suit observed near balconies and hallways; some say he may be linked to Edward Sweet or another historic figure from the inn’s past.
The Basement Boy
Another reported spirit appears as a youthful figure (12–14 years old) in the basement, sometimes interacting with guests before fading into the shadows.
Other Phenomena
Guests and paranormal enthusiasts have described voices out of nowhere, footsteps in empty corridors, creaking doors, orbs, and unseen movement—though none are considered frightening or harmful.
Most Haunted Rooms or Areas to Request
According to guest lore and compiled paranormal accounts, the following spots are the best to request:
Room 211 — Associated with Elizabeth “Abbey” Sweet’s tragic story.
Room 308 — Linked to Edward (the Man in Tweed) and his heartbreak legend.
Room 212 and Room 219 — Often mentioned in ghost-accounts.
Rooms 303 and 318 — Upper-floor rooms where shadows and unexplained movement have been reported.
Basement area — For reports of the youth spirit and odd sensations.
The inn keeps a paranormal report binder at the front desk available for curious guests to peruse.
Recent Guest Reviews
Although mainstream travel sites focus mostly on service and comfort, enthusiasts and haunted-places listings include firsthand accounts such as:
“My team has stayed there several times and have always captured something…owners are amazing and totally open to ghosts!” — Paranormal enthusiast on MichiganHauntedHouses.com.
“I once saw the door behind me close on its own while exploring near Room 212 late at night.” — Shared in online haunted-travel video accounts about The Terrace Inn.
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