I found the Benham Schoolhouse Inn online and we thought this would be a fun experience. I was not dissapointed. This area is nestled in historic Kentucky coal country. The town itself is one of two towns in that area that had a long history in the coal industry and were at one time very prosperous (Benham and Lynch). We... more

Our hiking group stayed at the School House Inn in Behnam, Kentucky, going to hike in Kingdom Come park. What a marvelous experienceQ This was a school for coal camp children that has been referbished into 30 guest rooms, all nicely furnished w/private baths. Staff was terrific. There is a restaurant in the facility. Within a short walking distance is... more

We booked this hotel for two reasons, the first we thought it would be awesome to stay in a converted school house and 2nd we didn't have many choices when staying in Benham, Kentucky. All I can say is it was a very very unpleasant stay and if it wasn't for the group of great people we were traveling with... more

The building is not easily accessible for travelers with canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc. I use a cane. I did not anticipate this. Did not know to ask for a room on the first floor. I booked 4 rooms back in January, for July. At check in, the clerk implied that the responsibilty to request a first floor room was my... more

The Benham School House Inn is nestled in the old coal fields of Harlan County Kentucky. This location is a remote get away in the quaint and very small town of Benham, Kentucky. Benham is an old coal camp town and was created during the glory days of Coal Mining. You will note many of the homes in Benham look... more