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325 Main Street
Old Saybrook, CT 06475 US
(860)662-2658
Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Cash.
The types of beds available include Twin and Queen.
Circa 1746. Built prior to the Revolutionary War, this slate blue house is an outstanding example of center chimney Colonial-style architecture. Listed in the National Register, the inn's original features include six working fireplaces, hand-hewn beams, wide board floors, a beehive oven and built-in cupboard. Four-poster and canopy beds, Oriental rugs and period furnishings accentuate the New England atmosphere. Fireplaces and Jacuzzi tubs invite romance and relaxation. On weekends a multi-course, candlelight breakfast is served in the elegant dining room. Enjoy homemade muffins or scones, fresh fruit and entrees such as heart-shaped blueberry pancakes or eggs Benedict. Among the variety of local historic house museums to visit, the William Hart house is across the street. The area offers many shopping and dining opportunities as well as galleries to explore. Beaches, a state park and river cruises also are available.Publicity and Awards: Yankee Magazine Features, Fodor's New England Travel Guide, America's Favorite Inns Book, Elle Magazine, Coastal Living Magazine, Inn Traveller Feature, Entrepreneur's Business Start-Ups Magazine, Inn Spots & Special Places in New England, Waterside Escapes by Woodpond Press, Arrington Publishing Awards: Most Historical Charm (2004), Best Interior Design & Decor (2003), Best Location For Walking to Shops and Restaurants (2002).Location: Country, Ocean Community, Historic and shopping district.
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments and Afternoon Tea.
Types of meals: Continental Plus Breakfast, Afternoon Tea, Full Breakfast, Country Breakfast, Continental Breakfast, Early Coffee/Tea, Restaurant on Premises, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Wine, Vegetarian Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Full gourmet breakfast on weekends; home-baked goods breakfast on week days. Complimentary tea, coffee, cookies, port wine and spring water is always available in dining room.
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Fireplace, Bath Amenities, Cable TV, Hair Dryer, Coffeemaker, Heating, Snack Bar, Kitchen, Refrigerator, Iron/Ironing Board, Wireless Internet Access, Television, massage therapy (fee); each rm w/ fireplace, Jacuzzi, Queen canopy or four-poster bed, comfortable sitting areas, hair dryer, private bath, cable TV, modem line, high speed wireless and stereo/cd player.
Amenities On Site: Copy Machine, Free parking on premise, Computers, Fax, Bicycles, Family/Kid Friendly, Hot Tub/Jetted Tub, complimentary tea, hot chocolate, spring water, fresh baked cookies, port wine, guest refrigerator, picturesque grounds, picnic/sitting areas, three-tier fountain, two-person hammock and a swing on a two-century-old maple tree.
Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Gym Nearby, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Flexible Check in/out Times and Wireless Internet.
Transportation Services: Train Station Pickup.
“When I come to Old Saybrook (for events at The Kate), this is where I make my home. I love everything about it, the rooms, the people who own/work here, the breakfasts, the wonderful welcome feeling I have here. I'm also delighted with the Moroccan food (and ice cream!) right next door!”
— Nancy Caldwell
