Masssachusetts bed and breakfasts offer historic settings and luxuries

Massachusetts bed and breakfasts are intimate, home-like establishments, often located in older or historic houses. They can be found in almost every corner of the state, from Lee, Lenox and other towns in the Berkshires to Rockport, Boston and Cambridge, eastward to Barnstable and Provincetown on Cape Cod, and out onto the island of Nantucket. Massachusetts bed breakfasts serve wonderful breakfasts, often with or traditional foods like baked beans, cranberry bread, and maple syrup. B&B luxuries include pleasant sitting rooms, gardens, spa services like Jacuzzis, and hosts who can help visitors find places to dine and shop.

Applegate Inn

279 West Park Street Lee, MA 01238 Phone: 413-243-4451 Toll-Free: 800-691-9012 Fax: 413-243-9832

Savor the Tranquility in the Heart of the Berkshires

As the sun rises over the Berkshire Hills that surround our estate, the aroma of coffee brewing and fresh baked muffins and bread awaken you. Applegate Inn's 6-acre grounds feature manicured lawns bounded by towering trees, gardens planted with every flower imaginable and a heated swimming pool. All rooms feature private baths, telephones, CD players, fireplaces or stoves, central air conditioning and are cable ready for televisions. Many rooms have whirlpool tubs built for two, TV/VCR, wet bars with refrigerators, microwaves and coffee makers. One room boasts a large steam shower; another has a spacious in-room soaking tub. Four of the king bedded suites also offer private furnished outdoor spaces - either a balcony or patio. Internet access is available from any room.

Devonfield Inn - An English Country Estate

85 Stockbridge Road Lee, MA 01238 Phone: 413-243-3298 Toll-Free: 800-664-0880 Fax: 413-243-1360

Experience old world charm modern amenities gracious hospitality.

Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Berkshires in the charming town of Lee, Massachusetts, Devonfield is an exquisite country inn that's airy and comfortable, the hospitality warm and welcoming, and the food delicious! In the main house, public rooms include a spacious living room complete with grand piano, library, stereo, and fireplace, as well as a cozy television room, and a formal dining room and porch. Of course there's also a guest pantry that's always available for your use, and it's always fully stocked with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, popcorn and fresh baked cookies. The pantry also has a full-sized refrigerator should you choose to bring any special snacks or refreshments.Devonfield's guest accommodations are all spacious, with private baths that include hair dryers and make-up mirrors, air-conditioning and heat, TV-VCR/DVD's (movies available from our video library), handmade quilts, down comforters, plush sheets and towels. Many of the rooms have wood-burning fireplaces and some have Jacuzzis and suites include fine terry robes. All rooms have complimentary cognac and locally, hand-made chocolates as well as bottled water. In the morning you'll start your day with the area's best coffee, daily newspapers and a delicious, full country breakfast that proudly features food items that are locally grown and/or prepared.

Warfield House Inn at Valley View Farm

200 Warfield Road Charlemont, MA 01339 Phone: 413-339-6600 Toll-Free: 888-339-8439 Fax: 413-339-5754

Sweeping vistas, mountain air, charming rooms.

Bed and breakfasts come in all shapes and sizes. How do you describe a magnificent bed and breakfast with two guesthouses, and a special events and wedding facility, a Restaurant on site that features its own grass fed beef as well as a Pub that features some of the best Pizza in the area all of this on a splendid farm overlooking the Mohawk Trail and the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts?

In a word, you could call it enchanting. Sweeping vistas, mountain air, charming rooms and an expansive conference facility provide an inspiring setting for any occasion. Come for a special overnight stay or a holiday weekend. Refresh and recharge at this peaceful bed and breakfast atop Warfield Mountain.

A Little Inn on Pleasant Bay

654 South Orleans Road South Orleans, MA 02662 Phone: 508-255-0780 Toll-Free: 888-332-3351

Lodging with a European Touch

You have found the perfect Bed & Breakfast for your visit to Cape Cod.
Our Inn is located at the elbow of the Cape sitting high overlooking the enchanting Pleasant Bay and is situated between the villages of Chatham and Orleans. From here you can explore the Cape without having to change your Inn; you unpack and pack only once.
The Inn has two lounges and a total of nine beautifully appointed air-conditioned guest bedrooms, all with private bathrooms. Many of the bedrooms have bay views, while the others enjoy the view of the luscious gardens.
A true European Breakfast Buffet is served on the patio overlooking the bay or the garden. Each evening at 5:00pm "Sherry" is served in the lounge.

Brass Key Guesthouse

67 Bradford Street Provincetown, MA 02657 Phone: 508-487-9005 Toll-Free: 800-842-9858 Fax: 508-487-9020

Voted #1 for Guestrooms and Service by readers of the Zagat Guide

A minute's walk from the action on Commercial Street, The Brass Key is Provincetown's premier inn. Satisfying tastes from hip and chic to elegant and classic, The Brass Key's extraordinary lodgings, gracious staff and relaxing surroundings exceed the highest expectations. Twice-daily housekeeping and personalized concierge are provided by the professional and amiable staff. In addition to being the perfect place in Provincetown to relax, rejuvenate and make new friends, the New York Times advises discerning travelers that the Brass Key has "the most luxurious accommodations in town."

Brewster by the Sea

716 Main Street Brewster, MA 02631 Phone: 508-896-3910 Toll-Free: 800-892-3910 Fax: 508-896 -4232

A rare Jewel, centrally located on historic Kings Highway/Rte 6A: a short walk to Cape Cod Bay and the Nature Trails

Brewster Inn by the Sea European Inn and Spa is located in the historic Sea Captain’s town of Brewster. The Inn offers eight unique lodging accommodations including six guestrooms and two guest suites, all with private baths. The inn is ideally situated for day trips to Provincetown, Chatham, Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and the Cape Cod National Seashore beaches, or you may choose to lounge by the pool or soak in the hot tub. Or indulge yourself with a fireside therapeutic massage. Our charming Cape Cod B&B is convenient to world class golfing, beaches, whale watching, fishing, art galleries, antique shops and fine dining.

Captain Freeman Inn

15 Breakwater Road Brewster, MA 02631 Phone: 508-896-4232 Fax: 508-896-4232

A truly magnificent Sea Captain's home on Cape Cod.

This bed and breakfast has a perfect location, with easy strolls to Breakwater Beach, the Brewster General Store and Ice Cream Scoop, an upscale restaurant and a nice family style Chowder House. A wrap around porch with a screened in breakfast area overlooking the pool makes for a perfect start to the day and then relaxing in wicker lounge chairs and rocking chairs on the front porch defines the perfect vacation.

Breakfast is both gourmet and farm to table and is accomplished in a commercial kitchen. An indoor dining room makes breakfast and afternoon teas a year round pleasure.

The rooms are elegant, spacious and well equipped with modern amenities.

Lamb and Lion Inn

2504 Route 6A Barnstable, MA 02630 Phone: 508-362-6823 Toll-Free: 800-909-6923

 "RECOMMENDED PROPERTY" Frommer's Guide

We are located the heart of historic and peaceful Cape Cod Bay. All rooms and suites have a/c, wireless internet and are just steps from the heated pool and hot tub. Our suites feature wood-burning fireplaces and kitchenettes. You can walk to the beach. Complimentary beach chairs and umbrellas are available.

Relax year-round in the hot tub spa. Take in a Yoga class or Spa treatment. We invite you to enjoy the Barbecue facilities and outdoor wood-burning fireplace and the complimentary Wi-Fi and DVD library. Free self-guided driving tours start here--don't miss anything!

Have a healthy & homemade breakfast buffet in bed, poolside, or wherever you like! (We're easy).

ShoreWay Acres Inn

Historic Shore Street Falmouth, MA 02541 Phone: 508-540-3000 Toll-Free: 800-352-7100 Fax: 508-540-9337

Walk to everything!

Accommodations at ShoreWay Acres are as unique and varied as Cape Cod itself. If you enjoy the cozy comfort of a country inn, you'll feel very much at home in one of the four fully restored 18th century Sea Captain's houses with traditional furnishings and yesteryear charm. If you appreciate the streamlined style of a conventional hotel, you're sure to feel pampered in a tastefully appointed guest room in one of two contemporary buildings. Whatever your preference, traditional or contemporary, all the comforts of the present day are yours. All guest rooms include private bath, telephone w/voice mail, cable TV, refrigerator, coffee/tea-maker, hairdryer, iron w/board, individual air conditioning and heat control. Parlor Rooms offer a full kitchen furnished with cookware and dishware.

The Palmer House Inn

81 Palmer Avenue Falmouth, MA 02540 Phone: 508-548-1230 Fax: 508-540-1878

A step back in time

Our turn of the century Queen Anne style inn and adjacent bed and breakfast Guest House reflect the gentility and charm of the Victorian Age. Stained glass windows, rich woodwork, gleaming hardwood floors and antique furnishings create an overall sense of warmth and harmony.

The Palmer House Inn Bed and Breakfast is located on Cape Cod in Falmouth, Massachusetts on Upper Cape Cod. Our Inn is located in the Falmouth Historic District – a quiet residential area with tree lined streets, picket fences, colorful gardens, and elegant homes. Beautiful beaches with brisk salt air, quaint shops, ferry shuttles and excellent restaurants are but a short stroll. Sample all the seasons of Massachusetts with us.We're open year-round.

Beacon Inn

1087 & 1750 Beacon Street Brookline, MA 02446 Phone: 617-566-0088 Toll-Free: 888-575-0088 Fax: 617-278-9736

Bed and breakfast accommodations
in restored Victorian brownstones

The Beacon Inn, in Brookline, is comprised of two late 19th century brownstones fully restored into inviting guest houses. We offer pleasant accommodations at surprisingly affordable rates.
Experience Victorian charm coupled with modern comforts. Our two locations offer 25 delightful rooms with original the turn-of-the-century woodwork and large decorative fireplaces with original carved wooden mantles. Every room has a private bathroom, cable television with HBO telephones and complimentary high-speed internet.
Both inns are in pleasant residential neighborhoods. Museums, theaters, restaurants and glorious Fenway Park are nearby. Our 1087 location is close to Boston University and the Longwood Medical area. Our 1750 location is steps from Boston College and Brookline’s Washington square. Downtown Boston is within minutes via subway or a pleasant stroll on a sunny day.

John Jeffries House

14 David G. Mugar Way Boston, MA 02114 Phone: 617-367-1866 Fax: 617-742-0313

At the foot of Historic Beacon Hill

The John Jeffries House is an elegant 46-room bed and breakfast inn located in the heart of Boston. Our historic Beacon Hill location is within walking distance to the Charles River, Boston Common, the Museum of Science, Faneuil Hall Marketplace, and the TD BankNorth Garden. The inn's beautiful detailing – the flower garden, reproduction furnishings, original molding, and period artwork – create a warm and welcoming ambiance. Our low rates are a refreshing alternative to those of Boston’s modern high-rise hotels. Most rooms include a kitchenette complete with refrigerator, stove, and microwave, giving you the flexibility to prepare some of your own meals during your stay. From charming single rooms to spacious deluxe suites, we promise to make every stay a comfortable one.

The John Jeffries House is pleased to offer in-room dining for lunch and dinner to make your stay even more enjoyable. Just call and place your order and it will be delivered and presented in your room.

Liberty Fleet of Tall Ships

67 Long Whart Boston, MA 02110 Phone: 617-742-0333

Cabins in Downtown Boston aboard the Schooner Liberty Clipper

Stay in downtown Boston aboard the SCHOONER LIBERTY CLIPPER on our "Boat and Breakfast". Enjoy the best rates in town, while staying in the historic waterfront district of Boston, a block from the North End and Faneuil Hall / Quincy Market.

You'll stay on a working tall ship in one of our beautiful cabins. We only make six cabins available each day and they go quickly. All cabins feature a skylight, hot/cold water running sink and are paneled in yellow pine to provide an authentic tall ship experience. Our six cabins share three heads (bathrooms) and three showers which are kept immaculate by the crew.

Jared Coffin House

29 Broad Street Nantucket, MA 02554 Phone: 508-228-2400 Toll-Free: 800-248-2405

A mansion in the heart of historic Nantucket

We welcome you to lodge with us year-round at the Jared Coffin House, a stately three-story 1845 brick mansion right in the middle of Nantucket town. Along with Daniel Webster house, the hotel's two historic buildings enable you to enjoy the incomparable peace and beauty of our Nantucket Island. Step back in time. Without leaving the essential modern amenities behind, of course. The Jared Coffin House offers a range of room types and sizes, all with air-conditioning, so there are accommodations here to meet the needs of virtually any party, large or small. Enjoy complimentary morning coffee and pastries in the library. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served 7 days a week in season at the new Brick Bistro located in the hotel.

Inns of Rockport

Rockport, MA

Rockport Is a Cape Ann Seaside Vacation

We, the Innkeepers of Rockport, Massachusetts, are pleased to welcome you our seaside village. You will have the vacation of a lifetime. Rockport offers a multi vacation experience. This is one of the great advantages of Rockport, and why so many visitors return each year. There is always more to see and do. Cape Ann's beauty has attracted painters including Winslow Homer and Fitz Hugh Lane. Gloucester's seaport is the nation's first, and is still active.

Explore and enjoy. Take a cruise along the Essex River, go whale watching, enjoy a performance at the Gloucester Stage Company or the Shalin Liu Performance Center. Walk to beautiful beaches, art galleries, exhibits, go for a bike ride, enjoy unique restaurants, charming vistas including “Motif No.1”, and visit the shops on Main Street and Bearskin Neck.

Pleasant Street Inn

17 Pleasant Street Rockport, MA 01966 Phone: 978-546-3915 Toll-Free: 800-541-3915 Fax: 978-546-3907

Peaceful, Quiet & Convenient

This grand 1893 Victorian Bed and Breakfast Inn rests comfortably on an elevated site overlooking the quintessential New England seacoast village of Rockport. Each of the Inn’s eight rooms is furnished to provide maximum comfort and each room has its own special character and decorative touches. Each guest room has its own private bathroom with shower. Conveniently stationed on each floor is a compact refrigerator for your beverages and perishables, and an ice machine is located in the first floor hallway. It should be noted that a generously proportioned, exterior staircase provides a second option to entering the Inn's rooms on the second and third floors. The Inn also offers a Victorian carriage house for guests requiring multiple bedrooms and all the amenities of home.

Tuck Inn B&B

17 High Street Rockport, MA 01966 Phone: 978-546-7260 Toll-Free: 800-789-7260

You'll love what you discover - Come Stay With Us!

The Tuck Inn is an historic 1790 Colonial home, recognized throughout Rockport and Cape Ann for offering hospitable, comfortable and affordable year-round lodging along with our unique Home-Baked Breakfast Buffet. Innkeepers Liz & Scott Wood are proud of their friendly, accommodating staff and meticulous rooms. The inn is handsomely decorated in antique furnishings, oriental rugs and original artwork by local artists, while offering the modern conveniences of today as well - private baths, A/C, C/C TV, WIFI, and a POOL!
An added advantage to guests is the inn's proximity to town. You can relax and enjoy the peace & quiet of our residential neighborhood, yet walk to the town center, the train station, the harbor and Rockport's beaches - all within three blocks.
Editor's Pick Award by Yankee Travel, 3 Diamond Rating by AAA