Description
Circa 1750. Rich in history, this 1750 Post and Beam Salt Box with 1850 Federal overlay sits in Ipswich, Massachusetts on land that was part of the Mayflower Pact Agreement. The B&B adorns one picturesque acre with perennial gardens and a winding brook that leads to the Ipswich River. Stay in one of the inviting guest bedrooms with a fireplace. Enjoy pampering treats from gourmet chocolates to turndown service. A continental breakfast is provided in the fireside country kitchen. Browse and shop for treasures to take home at the onsite Olde Ipswich Country Shop.Location: Ocean Community and Ipswich town center.
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Rooms & Rates
Rates: $129 to $159
Payment types accepted include Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks, Travelers Checks and Cash.
Rooms: This property has 3 total guest accommodations with private bath, 2 with fireplaces.
The types of beds available include King, Queen and Double.
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Policies
Smoking: Outside Only.
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Services & Amenities
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast, Snacks/Refreshments, Gourmet chocolates and fresh fruit cup with breakfast.
Types of meals: Continental Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments.
Amenities In Room: Air Conditioning, Reading Lamps, Turn-Down Service, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities and Wireless Internet Access.
Amenities On Site: Copy Machine, Fax, Fireplace, Television, Gift Shop, DVD, AC, HDTV/cable in living room, Wireless Internet, Luxury bedding, Toiletries, Gourmet chocolates, Turndown service, Post & Beam country kitchen with fireplace, Olde Ipswich Country Shop, Bike storage place, Free train pick up, Local transport service for reasonable fees, Local maps and menus.
Business Traveler Amenities: Television, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, FAX On-site, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer, Gym Nearby, Flexible Cancellation, Off-site Dry Cleaning Services, Flexible Check in/out Times and Business cancellation must be made 4 days prior to reservation or one day will be charged. Wireless Internet access.
Transportation Services: Train Station Pickup.
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Activities
Events Hosted: Family Reunions, Seminars, Meetings, Weddings, Romantic Getaways and Historic House Tour can be arranged with luncheon.
Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Beaches, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Museums, Parks, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Tennis, Water Sports, Crane Beach, Clam Box, Wolf Hollow, Castle Hill, Whipple House, Heard House, Appleton Farm and 1640 Hart House.
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Recommended Restaurant(s)
1640 Hart House, Stone Soup Cafe, Ithaki Greek cuisine.
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Historic Interest
1750 Post and Beam Saltbox with 1850 federal overlay. Wide pine floor boards, exposed beams and Victorian carriage barn.
Historic Memberships: Local Historical Society.
Historic sites nearby: There are 58 first period pilgrim houses in Ipswich, (the largest number of occupied first period homes in America), Essex Heritage Trail with Castle Hill, Crane Beach and 30 antique shops (4 miles), Essex county, the antiques capital of New England, Heard House, Whipple House Museums (5 minute walk), The South Green (Site of Salem Witch Trials)
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Romantic Interest
 Lovely rooms with fireplaces. Short drive to beautiful, pristine beach. Great restaurants and pub within walking distance.
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