PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: June 10, 2026

Welcome to Blooming Vine Inn (https://bloomingvineinn.com/). We operate a boutique bed-and-breakfast located in the heart of historic Hermann, Missouri. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our website, how we use it, and the strict steps we take to keep it secure.

1. Information We Collect Automatically (Cookies & Analytics)

When you browse our website, we use standard, industry-recognized tools—including Google Analytics and Google Search Console—to observe how visitors interact with our site. This helps us improve our website and design a better experience for our guests.

These tools automatically collect certain non-identifying information through small data files called "cookies." This may include:

• Your IP address or generalized geographic location.
• The type of web browser and device you are using.
• The date, time, and specific pages you visit on our site.
• The search terms that brought you to our website.

Your Choice: You can set your web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you do so, note that some parts of our site may not function properly.

2. Information You Voluntarily Provide

If you communicate with us through our website, send us an email at hello@bloomingvineinn.com, or call us at 714-916-1709, we will collect your name, email address, phone number, and any specific details you include in your message. We use this information solely to answer your questions, confirm your reservation inquiries, or provide guest services.

3. Secure Online Bookings & Financial Payment Processing

To protect your financial security, Blooming Vine Inn does not store, process, or transmit credit card details or financial information on our website servers. When you click to reserve a room or check availability, you will be seamlessly directed to our trusted, secure third-party booking vendor’s platform. This platform uses industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) to process your deposit or payment safely. Your interactions with the booking platform are governed by that vendor’s specific privacy policy and security protocols.

4. How We Use and Share Your Information

We treat your information like our own.

• We never sell, rent, trade, or lease your personal information to third parties.
• We only share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, managing our reservation calendar, or conducting our business, provided those parties agree to keep this information strictly confidential.
• We may release information when its release is strictly required to comply with federal or state laws, enforce our property rules, or protect our rights, safety, or property.

5. Data Security

We implement standard security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services or legal obligations. When we do, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page.

7. Contacting Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us directly:

• Email: hello@bloomingvineinn.com
• Phone: 714-916-1709
• Address: 207 East 4th Street, Hermann, MO 65041

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

At Blooming Vine Inn, we want our digital home and our physical property to be welcoming to everyone. We believe that true hospitality means ensuring all individuals have full access to our services, information, and warm care.

Website Status: Under Construction & Actively Improving

Our website is currently undergoing an extensive, ground-up development phase using the latest Divi 5.0 software engine. During this construction window, we are actively working toward implementing the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards as our baseline for digital accessibility.

We are systematically updating our digital elements—including improving heading structures, optimizing text-to-background color contrasts, and ensuring full keyboard navigation—so that guests using screen readers or assistive technologies can navigate our site seamlessly.

Our Physical Property: An 1898 Historic Victorian Home

While we strive to make our digital presence fully accessible, we want to share an important note regarding our physical bed-and-breakfast.

Blooming Vine Inn is proudly housed in a beautifully preserved, historic Victorian home originally constructed in 1898. Due to the architectural heritage, structural layout, and historic preservation of the property, our physical building may not meet all modern accessibility needs or ADA structural specifications (such as step-free entryways, wide historic door frames, or specialized elevators).

Preserving our property's unique history means we face physical limitations, but our commitment to your comfort is absolute.

We Are Here to Accommodate You

Please do not let any digital or physical barriers get in the way of your travel plans. If you have specific accessibility questions, mobility concerns, or need clarity on whether our property layout will suit your individual needs, please contact us directly before booking. We are completely delighted to speak with you personally, discuss our physical room layouts, read website options aloud, or process your reservation over the phone. We will always do our absolute best to accommodate you and ensure you have a wonderful stay in Hermann.

• Call Us: 714-916-1709
• Email Us: hello@bloomingvineinn.com

Your Feedback Helps Us Grow

If you notice a digital element on our site that you believe could be better optimized for assistive tools, or if you have a question about our physical grounds, please reach out to us at hello@bloomingvineinn.com. Your feedback helps us care for our guests as we bring our website into full bloom.