Shack Up Inn
001 Commissary Cir, Clarksdale, MS, 38614
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001 Commissary Cir
Clarksdale, MS, 38614 - Phone (662) 624-8329
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Patrick O.
Let me preface this by saying that I believe our experience was an isolated indecent. We booked our weekend 3 weeks in advance. Staying in January, you have to expect the whole town to be very slow with not much going on. That was what we were hoping for...A nice quite weekend where reading and hanging out on the porch consumed most of our time. When we got there Friday night, everything seemed to be great. The shack we stayed in was exactly like other posters described. Small, but comfortable. You can tell the detail within the shack included quite a bit thought, and was not just thrown in there to take up space. We had a nice evening that night and we were looking forward to sleeping in, as we both work very hard during the weekdays. Saturday morning was where our nice vacation ended. We woke up at 7AM to a 10 man crew building another shack 20ft away from ours. When I say building another shack....I mean just that, constructing another shack, literally, right next to ours. Hammering and sawing, with construction workers yelling and cursing. I was furious. We had to wait until the front desk was open....8AM....to express our frustration with the situation. Barry, the co-owner was very nice about the problem, and offered many apologies, as well as a reduced rate for our stay. The construction was not going to be halted. He also said that the construction would not stop and that we should expect it to start the same time Sunday morning. There was no staying, as the noise was so loud it was unbearable. We tried to give it a shot, but there was no way we could stand it. I told Barry that anything short of a full refund was absolutely unacceptable. As we were not informed of this when we booked, nor when we checked in the night before. Also, we traveled to stay here, we incurred travel costs. He conceded and offered the full refund. (he really had no choice, it was that bad). When i walked into the lobby to provide my credit card for the refund, the experience turned sour once again. The "big boned" blonde woman that was behind the counter was obviously angry that we decided to leave. She took my card and didn't say a word. Very rude about the whole process, almost like i was taking food off of her table. Never once offered an apology, never once asked us to come back on a better weekend. Almost like it was our fault the 10 man crew was out there building another shack. Barry was awesome about trying to resolve the problem, but this woman just ruined his efforts by acting like a 5yr old child. It is unfortunate it ended that way. Would i suggest that people stay here? Yes, but i would ask questions before you book, as they are growing and there is a lot of activity around the property that can and will ruin your experience if you go the wrong weekend. If you see big boned Betty (i don't really know her name, but this seems appropriate). Tell her that her attitude counteracts the efforts of the rest of the staff.
(2)SB M.
This place is perfect. It's a unique experience, it's laid back but the staff is totally on the ball. You couldn't ask for a better Mississippi Delta experience. They have a great beer selection and the meals we had at the restaurant were very good as well. Ask ahead if they will have a full menu or just the bar menu - full menu is better.
(5)Mike K.
This place is very awesome yet hard to describe. All of the rooms for rent are "shacks" but have all the amenities that are needed. There's running water, TV, a refrigerator, Wi-Fi, a shower and a bed and/or couch, depending on the size of the shack you get. I went in a group of about 13 people and we rented multiple shacks. The décor of all the shacks are old school, reminiscent of the olden days. I'm afraid words won't do it justice. Just know this, if you're looking for a rustic, out of the way vacation or stay, this is the place to be. There's a general store to buy knickknacks and doodads and there's a bar with a music hall where they serve food during meal times, alcohol (especially at night) and live music. Just understand this is not a Ritz or a Holiday Inn. That is not the feel this place was going for and they nailed it on the head. I definitely recommend this place.
(5)Josefin F.
Ok we checked in 5 min ago but I Love it already!!! The grounds are amazing, the interior fantastic and the gentlemen behind the counter charming. Love all about it! Time for some beer on the porch!
(5)Mary R.
Didn't even make it in...got here at 920pm..sign says.cover charge $5 at 10pm...now why would they want to charge us cover if its only 920pm?! Is it because we said we were not having dinner but drinks....? Maybe....BIG MISTAKE ON THERE PART!! They would have made waaaayyyy more than 5 bucks cover off us on just drinks if they didn't pull that crap. Bye Felisha! You're loss!!!
(1)Troy F.
I absolutely adore Shack Up. It is truly a unique place to stay. I love that all of the little shacks have individual themes and Decor. The staff is both friendly and helpful. The new restaurant , Rust, is fantastic. Live music too. The property grounds have so many cool things to look at and explore. So relaxing sitting on the screened in back porch, having a drink and cooking out with the other guests. It's definitely worth the road trip. Make sure to try the fresh Sweet Magnolia ice cream and Delta donuts served in the lobby.
(5)John M.
Loved the sunflower shack. The place could be gimmicky, but it's not, and the amenities were fine. Really thoughtful and detailed design.
(5)Brad O.
Having always wanted to do a road trip through the Deep South to listen to blues and eat bbq, the shack up in was exactly what I hoped Mississippi would be. It is by far the most unique hotel/b&b I have ever stayed in. Despite being charmingly rustic (wherein lies its character), it is clean and the staff are friendly. I loved the sunset over the cotton fields. And you can't beat the prices. I sincerely hope to come back some day and will recommend it emphatically to any and all!
(5)James M.
One of the nicest "hotels" i've ever stayed at. We stayed in the sunflower shack, 2 porches, large bedroom , kitchen and living room. The shack had everything we needed, the owners even offered a free guitar. Looking forward to returning at some point.
(5)Mike J.
We stayed last weekend with some friends. we had a great time. The Inn is actually located a little ways out of town on what used to be an actual plantation. It even has a field of cotton out front. The cabins, which are old sharecroppers houses, are quite spacious and nicely decorated in the Inn's theme, early rustic. The bed is comfortable and they provide all the basic amenities, fridge, coffee maker, microwave. There is a heater and an air conditioner, something they didn't originally have. The TV only gets the Blues Channel and there is no phone. The porch out front is nice and spacious, with rockers. Our friends had a slightly larger cabin and you could seat four out on their porch. One of the seats was a bench seat from a car. There is no housekeeping service, so you're going to return to the same unmade bed you left in the morning. Towel service is non-existent and the towels provided are pretty puny. I would suggest bringing your own towels. The lobby is pretty informal. It has a nice gift shop in it. The bar/lounge is just off the lobby. They have live music there once a week. The beer selection is real good, and cheap, but they only have beer. No wine or hard drinks, those you have to bring on your own. All in all, it's a great experience, real good value for the money, and a lot of fun.
(4)Donna C.
Didn't eat here, but loved the atmosphere! Staff was always smiling, helpful and friendly. Great art work for really inexpensive. Great southern country theme based attraction. Spend the night in "slave quarters" (plus AC). Obvious love of Elvis and heritage! LOL!
(5)Katie A.
This place is truly one of a kind! My boyfriend and I did a road trip and decided to see this for ourselves...totally worth it! Even though it rained, we still really enjoyed staying there and found shelter in their bar chatting up the bartender and then our cozy, quiet, room. Do come here at least once in your lifetime.
(5)Jerry S.
This geographic area will not have any Four Seasons to stay in but this place is perfect for the locale. The restaurant just launched and was awesome! The Shacks are really cool and basic, do not expect all the comforts of an upscale hotel but this place carves out a Mississippi niche like no other place we have been. Great live music on Fri and Sat night (only nights we stayed). The vibe is a can't miss if you're in the area!
(5)Joi B.
Shack Up Inn = easily one of the most charming lodging experiences I've *ever* had! I've experienced many different kinds of accommodations, from boutique hotels (typically my favorite) in big cities to posh old school grand hotels in Europe to hostel rooms with no heat and an uncomfortable cot (cheapest place to stay one freezing winter in Amsterdam). It's funny because I was expecting so much less. After all, they all but tell you if you're expecting something nice, go elsewhere. Don't let that fool you! I'm a girly girl. I don't *do* camping. "Roughing it" - just isn't for me. The Shack-Up complex consists of clusters of shacks, some original structures (I think?) and some that are newly built, as well as an entire block of rooms in an old cotton gin. You feel as if you've stepped back in time. In fact, IT SCREAMS LORETTA LYNN! I practically expected to see her on one of the porches strumming her guitar (you actually might see a musician on one of the porches strumming their guitar, as musicians stay here on the regular while they play the Chapel). Come on, that's the highest compliment I can give a place of this kind! We stayed in the Sunflower Shack, which is on the other side of the railroad tracks, where the newly built shacks are situated. You wouldn't know right away that these are new, as they did such a great job of making them seem as authentic as those on the other side of the tracks. They are spaced a bit further apart from each other and all feature both a front porch and back porch that's screened-in (key for enjoying a hot summer night al fresco!) When I stepped inside, all I could say was, "WOW!" I mean, every inch of it was so *darling*, from the vintage furniture and accoutrements to the recycled rippled tin walls to the exposed wood to gorgeous bathroom with bowl sink and rain shower. You can tell that the innkeepers really love what they do as the attention to detail is incredible. The bed is extremely comfortable and although they joke about not knowing what thread count the sheets are (really, I guess someone called and asked them that which is hilarious), the sheets are as soft as butter because they've been washed a lot which is kind of a trick to making it seem like you have zillion thread count sheets (though I don't think they do it on purpose). The kitchen has a large block/bar with stools that's part of the living room so you feel like you could host quite the little shindig if you were so inclined. I *loved* all the Elvis stuff in the bedroom, especially the Hawaiian Elvis clock with surf boards. Prepare to choke with disbelief when I reveal the price: 70 bucks a night (possibly more in the busier season like the Juke Joint Festival). I still can't believe it. Now, there's not a whole hell of a lot going on at night in Clarksdale, but if you're lucky, you'll happen upon a good blues show at the Inn's giant Chapel Bar. They have a huge stage and the room is just as cool and in the same charming ramshackle style as the rest of the establishment. Love. Love. Love. I'll be back whenever I need a few days to chill out, get some writing done. My favorite thing to do was to sit on the screened-in porch with a bottle of wine at night, looking out at the occasional car passing on the freeway, listening to the crickets and staring at the moon. Bonus was the rain one night. Perfect little getaway from New Orleans (6 hours) or Memphis (90 min).
(5)vincent m.
stayed there on xmas, restaurant was closed for holiday but everything else was GREAT!!
(5)Stephanie R.
Very unique rustic lodging. Our shack Fullilove was great with plenty of things in nooks and crannies for us to check out. There was no live music when we were there (weeknight) and the Commissary was closed, too. We are talking about coming back to Clarksdale when there is live music at the Shack Up Inn, and we would certainly stay here again.
(4)Rachel K.
I love this place so much. My friend and I stayed in the Chicken Coop one Tuesday night in May and I really wish we could have stayed longer. It's charming, it's cheap, it's relaxed and relaxing. The decor in the bar is magical and the bartender was super nice. A local at the bar bought us a beer. Like I said, magical. We were there on a Tuesday night so there was nothing going on in Clarksdale. Truthfully we should have just bought beer and groceries and stayed in the Coop. I would love to go back on a night when the blues clubs are open. There is one cab company in town: Jolly Cab...I wish I could remember the guy's name, he was awesome. We were a little skeptical when he asked for a deposit for the ride home, but we gave him the $10 and true to his word he came back when we called. I could see getting a group of people together and staying here for a week as a kind of retreat. In terms of shacks, the Chicken Coop was charming and comfy--definitely recommend it. My one piece of advice would be to get to the coffee and donuts early as there are occasionally marauding bands of children and old men who get up early and deplete the supplies. Summary: Shack Up Inn is awesome. You should definitely go.
(5)Susan W.
We visited Clarksdale on a cold weekend this past February and plan to return - bleak as the weather was, the people are so warm. The Shack Up Inn is no exception to the town's fine Southern hospitality. Upon check in we were greeted by a sweet pup and his owners, offered coffee and a guitar to play during our stay, and got a tour of the commissary along with tips for who and what was in town for the weekend. We stayed in the Robert Clay shack which yes, is better than walking a mile in his shoes, bless his soul. They've romanticized the Delta, and you know what? That is a good thing. It will help keep the history alive.
(5)Andy S.
I am not sure why you would want to stay anyplace else in Clarksdale. Perhaps the Riverside Hotel for its history, but that is it. The Shack Up is everything you read about it online. It was actually nicer and cleaner inside than I expected, but not too much. Just enough to allow you to sleep and clean comfortably. It is a few miles out of town, but the action here and at the Hopson are just as lively as the town on most nights anyway.
(5)Mark S.
My Wife and I stayed one night at the Shack Up Inn in May of 2011 and we loved it . The woman at the desk was very helpful . The shacks make it , what a great concept, old shacks tuened into bedrooms. The shacks themselves are very nice , very comfy bed, a/c , nice bathroom and even a gun over the window in case critters come around . I wish we could have seen some music at the place , but we were there on a Monday night , so it was pretty quiet . Everything from the good price to the decor around the property was very well thought out .
(5)Baby D.
This was the best $90 a night I ever spent! Considering that $90/ day will get you a really crappy-mediocre motel in California- this place is a total gem. I stayed here for 3 nights while vacationing in Mississippi to visit my boyfriend, who is incarcerated only 10 minutes away in Tutwiler. This place is truly unique! My vacation was so short I was afraid I wouldn't have an authentic experience of the old south, but my stay at the Shack Up Inn completely made up for the fact that I didn't get to sight-see anywhere. Just go to their website & check out the pictures! I love the attention to detail put into decorating their shacks- there were so many neat things to look at inside the shelves and cupboards. I almost felt naughty like I was going through someone else's stuff lol. I stayed at the Chicken Coop, which was just lovely. I loved the quilted bed, showering in the clawfoot tub, the vintage fridge, and the FULLY stocked kitchenette. My shack had its own screened in front porch with a swing where you could sit and enjoy the beautiful Mississippi sunset. I even had perfect internet connection & cell reception- since I was so close to the lobby. It was very peaceful, & I will be coming back very soon to try another shack!:)
(5)Allison C.
Best place to stay EVER. A totally unique spot, you pick your shack when you book and settle in for a night of feeling like you're at your southern, music-lovin' uncle's farm. The staff are really great too. Last time I stayed here, it was during a tornado watch with massive thunderstorms. You'd think the last place you want to be in a potential tornado is some brokedown shack. Au contraire! We hung out with staff, locals, and their cool ass dogs on the porch of the main building, watching the storm illuminate the shacks and bottle trees. It was scary, thrilling, and an unforgettable evening. And in case things got bad, they had a safe place to take shelter just footsteps away. I'm a shacker for life.
(5)Ned L.
Electric Blue! Funky, eclectic, historic and bluesy. Really helps to understand the blues to stay on a plantation in a shotgun shack. They even let my son borrow a guitar! Sometimes it's about being there that counts: couple minutes to the Crossroads and Clarksdale Blues scene. I admire the folks here for recognizing that their old "junk" is actually part of what's special about this place and for using it to help preserve the legacy of the Delta Blues. Much better than the shiny, greedy casinos that suck the life and money out of the area. Cool, cheap, and unique!
(4)Mike R.
I don't why people rave about this place. It's flat out DIRTY, not cozy or charming or cool or rustic or whatever positive spins people want to put on it. It's dusty, dirty and moldy. We slept above the covers while the springs poked us in the ribs. The curtains had visible mold on them which gave me terrible allergies all night. The smell is similar to your grandma's attic. if we were paying $30 a night for it, sure, it works for the rustic feeling. But at $70 - $85 a night, no thanks.
(1)Kyle B.
The single greatest place I have ever stayed. Seriously. The Shack Up Inn is the ultimate place to go for anyone who loves blues and beer. My group is coming back in two weeks for a weekend stay just because it is so perfect. Also, the girls that work the bar and lounge area are the sweetest southern girls on the face of the earth. I fell in love on the spot.
(5)Christian H.
My girlfriend and I have stayed here twice, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves both times. There's not much to say that hasn't already been said. Just a very cool place to stay with a knowledgeable, laid-back, and friendly staff - not to mention free Delta Donuts and Moon Pies and an on-site bar and music venue. The antiques scattered about are unique and fun - there's a few that I've wanted so desperately that I had to find them on eBay as soon as I got home. The shacks seem to go quicker than the bins, so get in very early if that's what you want. The bins are great, though - very spacious, comfortable, and well-decorated. We've never stayed in a shack, but from what I've seen, the only advantage of a shack over a bin is that, well...you're in a shack. The decor is comparable and the bins have either balconies or porches that are great for sunset beer-drinking, just like the shacks do. It's been a full house both times we've stayed here, too, and we've never had any noise issues or anything even though we're sharing walls with other bins. The shacks are just so damn cool, though, that we'll still be trying to get one next time we stay here, but we won't be deterred in the least if only bins are available. You shouldn't be, either.
(5)William L.
Oh the old Dixie! This place is in Clarksdale Mississippi, and in the heart of Dixie and the Blues. If you ever wondered what it was like to live in a shack here is your chance! The B & B stands for bed & beer. They have 10 sharecropper shotgun shacks and 10 rooms in the cotton gin, nothing fancy here folks. If you like the 5 star sh**, THEN GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. You can rent a shack for $60-75 a night, but you better get reservations because they are always busy with English tourist. Its hard to believe that there maybe more English blues fans than we have in the US. Check out their website for a feel of the place and see how different a place it is. I love this place for a cool step back in history!
(5)Dennis N.
Awesome awesome awesome place!! I've stayed in quite a few different places, but this is a very rare kind of place. Where else can you catch a band on stage and pick up cold beer right in the "lobby"?
(5)Seth U.
Worth the 200 mile detour. The place was charming and comfortable. Recommend wholeheartedly. While fun and light-hearted, the inn and the town's aesthetic relationship to the past does not seem to be the same consumption-oriented signifying towards a past-authentic that characterizes many of my haunts in Brooklyn. Perhaps this is some weird romanticization on my part, but the pride with which history is held, seemed to help it transcend that and feel somehow real. Really an interesting and evocative place. Also, I spent the evening post-BBQ drinking bud on a porch while surfing the internet on a farm and watching a stray dog poke around the weird shack-quad and listening to someone sing with ridiculous vigor in a far-off shack. Can't say that is likely to be duplicated soon. Unless I throw down and return...which I might.
(5)Paul B.
Words cannot describe how cool this place is. Its on a huge piece of land surrounded by old buildings and cars. We parked and checked up to the Legends Shack. Me and my dad wandered around the 2 room shack looking at every funky, eclectic, corner. There are messages written on the walls and doors from all of the past guests. There were 3 friendly cats and I saw 1 dog inside the area where they sell the beer. While I was out drinking a cold one on the benches a group of people gathered and began to jam. The Mississippi sun sank slow and low and I enjoyed every moment of my visit. I hope I can find my way back to the shack soon!
(5)Rachel P.
This was by far one of the coolest places I've ever stayed. It's definitely not the fanciest. Nothing is new, including linens. But, believe it or not, I got the best night's sleep here on our road trip. The place is filled with eclectic charm and history. The guy at the front desk was extremely helpful and friendly. We had so much fun sitting out in the courtyard between the Mill and our shacks(the legends and the robert clay) til dark. Can't wait to go back and experience other shacks.
(5)Christine C.
So cool, its untrue. Di yourself a favour and don't miss this experience. You won't regret it if you do and you will always wish you had if you don't.
(5)Tim P.
We shacked up with 11 of our friends. Each couple had their own and shack. The place is just over the top. I had seen pictures but when you drive up you just can't believer you're going to spend the night there. But once you're there you don't want to leave. Bill and Guy are great and the experience is one that will keep us planning more trips for years to come. The Robert Clay shack has a refrigerator and gas stove. The untensils are slim so if you plan to party too much make sure you take what you need. We did Sunday brunch for our group and made it just fine...after figuring out how to light the stove ;-) FUN! FUN! FUN! Don't pass up The Hambone Art Gallery and the music and art of Stan Street. We love Stan and Dixie. Plus, Madidi and Ground Zero will make your trip full of incredible memories.
(5)Richard S.
The owners are friendly, open, and liable to keep you in engaging conversation all night. There's a definitely stillness, like the whole world was paused for a few days while you're in this place, surrounded by the kitsch of half a century. There's so much warmth and beauty surrounding you, and the living history of a place that most will never hear about. This is not a place to go and have a rave, or pound beers and play your rock loud. Drinking? Sure. Blues? Sure. You can often hear guitars and people singing -- people are respectful of the ambience that permeates from the very walls. This has quickly become my girlfriend and mine's place to get away from the world for a few days. Bring some booze, bring a healthy love of the Blues and the Delta and be prepared for some of the deepest, most restful sleep of your life.
(5)Scott H.
This place is amazing. Staying in the Cadillac Shack and the name does not include false modesty. You have to come here with the right frame of mind and if you do - you'll love it. It's fun, clean and funky!
(5)Yesenia R.
There is so much beauty in imperfection, history, and authenticity, and that's all you will find here. The quiet nights make for peaceful, relaxing rest. I loved the shack stay. Go listen to some live blues and visit Razorblade at the original Ground Zero Blues Club in downtown Clarksdale. It's an experience not to be missed. Honestly.
(5)Lisa C.
Awesome little joint to stay! The lady at the front desk was very helpful(sorry I did not catch her name, she is from Oregon). Quiet shack less than 10 minutes from downtown. Step back in time and relax...stayed in the Office Shack...a/c was artic cold! Yes there are cracks around the door but we did not see any bugs! Get in the right frame of mind before you go here, if you look for the bad and the ugly you will find it. Look for the calm history and country peace and you will find tons of it. Don't be an obnoxious tourist that demands decaf coffee and make snarky comments about it when there is no decaf(yes this happened one morning). Grab a Delta Donut and a regular coffee on your way out for the day and enjoy!.
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