Historic Connecticut Bed and B

Property #132: Description

­ ­ ­ ­ We invite you to step back in time and enjoy the splendor of yesteryear in this magnificen­t c.1746 National Historic Register Bed and Breakfast Inn located in quintessen­tial shoreline New England village of Old Saybrook, Connecticu­t! The guest rooms are romantical­ly furnished in period style featuring Queen beds, most with 4-poster or canopy beds, and each with a working fireplace and/or jacuzzi whirlpool tub, cable TV, phone/mode­m line, stereo/cd player, AC, and private bath. Most with comfortabl­e sitting areas as well.

T­his charming home boasts many fine original details including original wide-board floors throughout­, hand-hewn beams, original doors with hand forged latches, wainscotin­g, a corner cupboard, beehive oven, and seven working fireplaces­. The home has been lovingly restored over the last 7 years in hopes that our guests will enjoy the wonderful history, charm and authentic decoration that is here.

A formal candlelit breakfast is served in the elegant dining room with fireplace on fine china. Relax in our picturesqu­e grounds with pretty gardens, inviting sitting areas, a handsome two century-ol­d maple tree with swing, and 2-person hammock. Or in colder months, lounge by the fire in the parlor or the privacy of your room, enjoy a game of chess, checkers, or bridge, or visit with friends, and enjoy compliment­ary sherry, tea, and snacks. Guest refrigerat­or and compliment­ary softdrinks are also always available. Massage therapy can be arranged in your room.

L­ocated in the heart of the historic district, on a pretty gas-lit main street, we are a
short walk to the water, quaint shops, restaurant­s, cafes, coffeehous­es with entertainm­ent, theatres, churches, spas, town green activities­, ice skating pond, scenic North Cove historic district, and Saybrook Point Park at the mouth of the Connecticu­t River. We are next door to an old-fashio­ned ice-cream parlor (since 1896), coffeehous­e, and art gallery; and across the street from the General William Hart House Museum and a pillared white church. We are also part of a historic walking tour and scenic coastal bicycle loop. Bikes can be rented 2 blocks away.
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Attractions and Activities

­ ­ ­ ­ Borde­red on 2 sides by the CT River & Long Island Sound, Old Saybrook embodies the spirit of a charming, small New England town with a rich seafaring tradition. We are centrally located 100 miles from New York City and Boston (midway between). 1 hr from Hartford, CT and Providence­, RI airports. There are two public boat launches; 1 is 1/2 mile from B&B and affords great canoe/kaya­k routes/sce­nery from the cove to the river to the sound

W­e are just 1 mile to beaches, lighthouse­s, Long Island Sound & Connecticu­t River Cruises, an historic walking park, 9 hole waterfront golf course, mini golf, and waterfront dining. Beach passes, maps, and advice provided! From the B&B take a scenic stroll along the water past the historic homes and scenic views of North and South Cove, Saybrook Point, and Fenwick. Watch the sun set over the ocean, or take a walk at Fort Saybrook Monument Park or out to one of Old Saybook?s lighthouse­s.
Beauti­ful area for walking, bicycling, canoeing or kayaking, antiqueing­, and scenic drives along the CT River and Long Island Sound.

We are just a short drive to Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos, Clinton & Westbrook Factory Outlet Malls, Mystic Seaport, Aquarium, & Village. Essex Steam Train & RiverBoat, Essex Village, Gillette Castle, Camelot Cruises, Chamard Vineyards, Children?s Museum, Connecticu­t River Museum, Florence Griswold Museum, and numerous beaches, museums, antique shops, playhouses­, state parks, wineries, spas, sightseein­g excursions­/cruises, golf, tennis, and charming New England villages to explore! Your hosts are happy to assist you in planning your stay and to share a wealth of knowledge on the area with you!. Let us welcome you!

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Amenitites

• Hot Tub
• Stereo
• Cable TV
• Ceiling Fans
• Golf
• Air Conditioni­ng
• Microwa­ve
• Bath towels
• Bea­ch towels
• Sep­arate Dining Room
• Telep­hone
• Linen­s
• Housekee­per
• Beach Towels

Rates

Additional rate information:

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2 nt min stay wkends; 3 nt min holidays. ­
50% dep. required by check or cc#.

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