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Where the CT River meets the Sea!
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 each one
featuring a 4-poster or canopy Queen bed, a working fireplace and
Jacuzzi whirlpool tub, a comfortable sitting area, cable TV, phone/modem
line, stereo/CD player, AC, and private bath.
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 8 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, a 3-tier fountain, 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 port wine, teas, hot
chocolate, fresh baked cookies, and spring water anytime. Guest
refrigerator 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, 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/café, 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.
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, antiquing, 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 & River
Boat, 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!
The Deacon Timothy Pratt Bed & Breakfast
has been recognized by Arrington Publishing as one of the TOP 15 B & B
Country Inns in Arrington Publishing's Book of Lists, and was voted by
inn-goers as a winner for the last 3 consecutive years in the categories
of:
-"Best B&B/Inn Location For Walking To Shops/Restaurants" 2002
-"Best B&B/Inn Interior Design & Decor" 2003
-"B&B/Inn with Most Historical Charm" 2004
Our inn has also been
recognized by Fodor's and is featured in Fodor's Travel Guide New
England, Inn Traveler Magazine Autumn 2003 with a 6 page color spread,
CT Life Magazine Sept. 2003 feature story, Coastal Living Magazine Oct.
2002, Sandra Soule's, America's Favorite Inns book, Waterside Escapes,
and Inn Spots & Special Places in New England by Woodpond Press, German
Elle Magazine, and Entrepreneur's Business Start-ups Magazine.
Cancellation Policy: 10% processing
fee and if you cancel less than 2 weeks away, you're charged for any nights
we can't rebook; no exceptions.
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