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Boardman House B&B
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  • Inn Details

    The Boardman House Inn is located in the quaint New England riverfront village of East Haddam, just two hours from New York City or Boston and a short walk from the Goodspeed Opera House, the Connecticut River, restaurants, shopping and antiques. At this historic New England mansion, you will find the casual luxury and charm of an elegant country house. Our newly renovated rooms and suites are individually designed and decorated with period antiques, oriental rugs, artwork and rich fabrics. Each accommodation offers luxurious comfort allowing you to unwind and relax in a peaceful environment complete with private porches, king-size beds with comfortable feather topped mattresses and fine linens. Perfect for a romantic getaway, anniversary, honeymoon or relaxing vacation.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • Swedish

    • English


    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Historic Inn

    • Country Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • 2012 Editors Choice in Yankee Magazines Travel

    • FEATURED IN THE 2011 EDITION OF GREAT INNS

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Hairdryer

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • CD player

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Telephone

    Other Amenities:

    • Luxury 100% Cotton Bed Linens

    • Gilchrist & Soames Bath Products

    • Down Pillows

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  • Boardman Room

    Maximum Capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $295/$225

    Garden Suite

    Maximum Capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $295/$225

    Corner Room

    Maximum Capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (High/Low Season) $275/$195

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 and 6:00 P    Check Out: 11:00 AM

    • Minimum Stay: A minimum stay of 2 nights is required during Holidays.

    • Deposit Amount Required: A minimum deposit of one night is required. For a stay of three or more nights, a deposit of 50% is required. Reservations not secured by a deposit within two weeks of booking will be released.

    • Cancellations: Your deposit is refundable if reservations are cancelled a minimum of seven days prior to arrival, less a $25 service charge. A one night charge will apply to any cancellation made within seven days of arrival. There are no refunds for shortened stays.

    • Open All Year Round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: N

    • Children Allowed: Children over twelve years of age are welcome.

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: European

    • Time Served: 8AM to 10AM

    • Serving Location: Dining Room

    Special meal options

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  • Location Type

    • Riverfront Village

    • Countryside

    • Village

    City

    • Hartford

    • Distance to city: 29 miles

    • Directions to property:
      2-Hours from New York or Boston. Exit 69 off I-95, follow Rt 9 North to East Haddam, Exit 7. Turn LEFT onto RT-154/RT-82. Turn RIGHT onto BRIDGE RD/RT-82. Keep RIGHT at the fork to go on RT-82 wich is NORWICH RD. The Boardman House is on the right.

    Airport

    • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) 40 miles

    • Directions to property:
      GOODSPEED Airport, 1 minute - HARTFORD/Bradley International, 45 minutes - NEW YORK Airports, 2 hours - BOSTON/Logan Airport, 2 hours.

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Florence Griswold Museum

    • Goodspeed Opera House

    • Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Ride

    • Gillette Castle

    • Hammonassett Beach State Park

    • Ivoryton Playhouse

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • River

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Casino

    • Museum/Galleries

    • Theatre/ Concerts/ Performances

    • Outlet Stores

    • Vineyard/Winery

    • National/State Parks

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    A luxurious get-away in beautiful Connecticut

    • Stayed On: 5 / 2012
    • Reviewed On: 5/14/2012

    About The Reviewer

    • 55+ years old

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    This is probably the most luxurious B & B we've ever encountered: elegant, beautifully... Read more...

    Wonderful Stay on 11/5

    • Stayed On: 11 / 2011
    • Reviewed On: 11/26/2011

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

    • Overall 
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    What a lovely B&B - Mia is a wonderful hostess and the home is beautiful. We stayed in the... Read more...

    Lovely Stay within walking distance of Goodspeed

    • Stayed On: 11 / 2011
    • Reviewed On: 11/25/2011

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    It was a wonderful stay with comfortable bed & heated bathroom tiles and towel warming rack.... Read more...

    Home away from Home

    • Stayed On: 11 / 2011
    • Reviewed On: 11/11/2011

    About The Reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in luxury lodging

    • Was travelling for an event

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    A beautiful place to be, very relaxing and short 20-30 mins drive to most nearby town. The only... Read more...

    What a beautiful place!

    • Stayed On: 10 / 2011
    • Reviewed On: 10/12/2011

    About The Reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

    • Overall 
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    We knew nothing about this spot when we booked the room. It is absolutely beautifully done and the... Read more...

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