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Captain Josiah Cowles Place

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  • This 1740 property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Come enjoy the unique features of this home built by Captain Josiah Cowles for his large family and adapted to modern living by your hosts.

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  • Inn Details

    We will be closed for a short while in January 2012. Join us after February 10th when we will be getting ready for the 2012 maple syruping season! The 2011 maple syruping season in New England was wonderful! We tapped our maple trees and boiled up our batch of authentic maple syrup. Taste the unique flavor of Connecticut syrup served on our light pancakes or our french toast. Join us at our historic Southington B&B in the heart of Connecticut where you can easily reach nearby cities of Hartford, New Britain, Bristol, Waterbury, Meriden, New Haven and Middletown. We offer two comfortable and private resting places for the weekday business traveler who wants a home away from home (ask about special rate) or the weekend wanderer seeking a short get-a-way. Enjoy your quiet or engage in conversation over a cup of coffee with our special chocolate cake. Hear about the lively history of the home and its architectural features, relax in the back yard, or enjoy your favorite show on the large screen TV in the sitting area. Read more at southingtonbedandbreakfast

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Gardening, Maple sugaring in February, Biking, Genealogy, Carpentry

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Number of Dogs: 1

    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Business travel

    • Gourmet food

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Ceiling fans

    • Hairdryer

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • BBQ grill

    • CD player

    • Computer

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    Other Amenities:

    • Afternoon and evening snacks

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  • The Captain's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Snuggle into the queen bed with a foam topper in The Captain's Room. The spacious setting features wide plank flooring and exposed beams which show off the original carenters' marks. The private bath is located in a separate alcove. Enjoy modern amenities; a television connected to cable, and individual heat and air conditioning controls.

    Mary's Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) N/A

    Mary's Room also features a queen bed with a cozy foam topper, a rocker/recliner, cable television, and a decorative original fireplace with a panelled wall.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00 PM    Check out: 11:00 AM

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights Holiday Weekends. Business discounts 2 nights or more, weekdays only.

    • Deposit amount required: One night stay or 50% if long term.

    • Cancellations: Cancellation of less than 7 days will incur full charge. PLEASE CALL DAY BEFORE or MORNING of RESERVATION to arrange arrival details. Main number 860 276-0227 or cell 203 213-6732.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: Limited

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Soft drinks and bottled water offered

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: Inquire

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

    Discount type

    • Corporate - 2 Nights or More (Inquire)

    • Extended stay - Inquire
      Percent off: 0% Days required: 0

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 - 10:00

    • Serving location: Breakfast room or dining room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Dessert

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Signature Dish

    Peach Poppyseed Muffins,
    Texas size muffin, rich flavored but light. Delicious buttermilk pancakes or French toast made with 100% pure maple syrup made from our own maple trees.

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Vegetarian

    • Diet

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Home Made Maple Syrup
    Serves: 40
    Prep time: LOTS

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    City

    • Hartford,New Haven, Waterbury

    • Distance to city: 20 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit 30 off I-84. From Eastbound left at stop sign, then left at light, going under highway, up hill to Red Colonial on left. From Westbound Interstate 84, right at bottom of exit ramp, up hill to Red Colonial on left.

    Airport

    • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) 38 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take 91 South to I-84 Westbound in Hartford to Exit 30 in Southington.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Beach

    • Historical interests

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Nature area

    • Apple Harvest Festival early October

    • Local church fairs in the fall

    • Italian Festival late July

    • Music and Drama by local performers

    • Music on the Green in the summer

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

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    great place for Yale visit

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    My husband and I stayed at the Capt Josiah Cowles Place during Yale graduation weekend. It's half an hour away from campus, but the peace and quiet feels much more distant from the rat race of New Haven during an event weekend. The room was huge and the bed was unbelievable comfortable thanks to the mattress topper. There are two guest rooms, each with a private bath. We never heard the other guests. The hosts were friendly and helpful without being intrusive and the breakfasts and afternoon snacks provided were outstanding. We would definitely stay again.

    December 2010 Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We spent two nights with Mary and David at the end of December and our stay was amazing! The house is beautiful, the rooms are so spacious, comfortable, clean and well appointed, and the breakfasts were fantastic! Mary and David are such warm and lovely hosts, we really felt like we were home, and after five weeks on the road this was very welcome! The proximity to Mt Southington ski area is perfect too. We highly recommend staying with Mary and David, and if we return to the area one day we will definitely be enquiring if they have availability!

    Quaint new england getaway, convenient, friendly

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on business

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    Mary and Dave were a delight in this little BnB in central Connecticut. The accommodations were just right, comfortable and clean. The morning hot breakfast was tasty, pancakes served with homemade maple syrup from the maples in the yard. I'd recommend this place to any couple passing through, or a business traveler looking for a comfortable and friendly place to stop in.

    Connecticut's best kept secert! Los Angeles, CA.

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Have to share our time here 3 nights stay was amazing and helpful. Long flight ( flying to CT directly from Los Angeles) , having to give time to continue to work, and incorporate family visits...all avenues were meet 100 percent. Time difference and Jet lag Captain Josiah Cowles Inn was able to rest deeply, and peacefully. Rooms, bedding everything is fresh and clean. Having private (updated ) bathrooms was a great relief too. Internet connection and room set up allowed for continued work . Being a short stay, just the simple fact that Captain Josiah Cowles Inn is an attraction itself. Original ceiling beams , floors and doors, and it is all natural. Gave us the feeling we were site seeing Old Historical New England past times but without making added trip. Breakfast, pies, chocolate cake, the Innkeepers its amazing. Telling everyone we know in L.A. to make their way at this INN. Thank YOU ...and we will be back again.

    Great Stay

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    Food, rooms and hospitality were great. We had a wonderful time.

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