Reservations are made directly with the property. Generally small, owner-operated businesses providing the primary financial support of the owner. Usually the owner lives on premises. The building's primary usage is for business. Inns advertise, have business licenses, produce their own brochures, comply with government ordinances, pay all appropriate taxes and post signs.
Breakfast is the only meal served and only to overnight guests.
The inn may host events such as weddings, small business meetings, etc. Room numbers range from 5-20 with a small, but increasing number up to 30. Reservations may be made directly with the property. A business offering overnight lodging and meals where the owner is actively involved in daily operations, often living on site. A country inn with a full-service restaurant serves these additional meals to the general public.