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Deacon Timothy Pratt
Bed and Breakfast
Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Property 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, each one featuring a Qn canopy or
4 poster bed, a working fireplace and jacuzzi whirlpool tub, cable TV, phone/modem line,
stereo/cd player, AC, private bath, comfortable sitting area, and high speed wireless in main house.
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 3-tier fountain, 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 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, churches, spas,
town green activities, 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 a gift shop; 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.
Features 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, 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, 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, Gillette
Castle, Camelot Cruises, Chamard
Vineyards, Children?s Museum, and
numerous beaches, museums, antique
shops, playhouses, state parks,
wineries, spa?s, 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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Amenities
- The guest rooms are romantically furnished in period style
- Each room w/ 4-poster/canopy Queen bed, working fireplace and jacuzzi whirlpool tub!
- Cable TV
- Phone/Modem Line or High Speed Wireless
- Stereo/CD Player
- Air Conditioning
- Private Bath
- Each with comfortable sitting area
- Complimentary port wine, tea, cookies, spring water, and a guest refrigerator are always available
- Picturesque grounds with gardens, sitting areas, a 2 person hammock, 3-tier fountain and swing
- Massage Therapy on Premises
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