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The Nehemiah Brainerd House B&B
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  • Inn Details

    The Nehemiah Brainerd House and Laurel Cottage guest house are situated in the Haddam Historic District on five acres on a bluff above the Connecticut River. Located only five minutes from the historic Goodspeed Opera House, a short distance from Gillette Castle State Park, the Essex Steam Train, the historic town of Essex and less than an hour from the LARGEST CASINOS in the world, as well as a number of world class outlet stores. There’s no end to the shopping, attractions, antiques, gourmet dining and sightseeing. Close to HARTFORD, NEW HAVEN, OLD SAYBROOK, MIDDLETOWN and a very short drive to MYSTIC with its aquarium and historic seaport. Centered between New York and Boston and accessible by train via the Old Saybrook station.

    Innkeeper Information

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


    Other Pets: No pets

    Features

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Guest Cottage

    • Historic Inn

    Property Noted For:

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Honeymoons

    • Luxury

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings

    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Hairdryer

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Air conditioning

    • BBQ grill

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • In-room internet<br />

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Internet Service

    • Piano

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Telephone

    • Videos

    Other Amenities:

    • Fireplace in Brainerd House Living Room

    • Fireplace in cottage great room

    • Ironing board and iron available

    • Cottage has flat screen HDTV, with Satellite TV

    • Cottage and Brainerd House have WIFI throughout

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    Nightly Rate

    $140 - $300

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3 pm - 6 pm    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights are required for Laurel Cottage only.

    • Deposit amount required: A one-day full deposit is required in advance. Personal checks are accepted two weeks prior to arrival. Balance for full stay required at check-in.

    • Cancellations: We are a small inn and count on every reservation. Should you need to cancel, however, we will return your deposit minus a $25.00 service charge if you cancel a minimum of seven days prior to your expected arrival date. Unfortunately, a one-night charge will apply to any cancellations made within seven days of your expected arrival.

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Suitable for children: No

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Complimentary full breakfast

    • Time Served: 8 - 10am

    • Serving location: Breakfast room or outside patio (seasonal)

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    Special meal options

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  • Location Type

    • Connecticut River

    • Countryside

    • Small town

    • Suburban

    • Village

    City

    • Middletown

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:

    Airport

    • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.)

    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Casino

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Mystic Seaport

    • Connecticut Wine Trail

    • Historic Essex

    • Ivoryton Playhouse

    • Mystic Aquarium

    • Goodspeed Opera House

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Horseshoes

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Snow shoe trails

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    A VERY BEAUTIFUL PLACE

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    We recently had a wonderful trip to Middletown, Ct. and stayed at this gorgeous B&B. Our hosts were wonderful, helpful, informative and most enjoyable. Our room was beautiful as the rest of the house and the surrounding property as well. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to return.

    A truly perfect weekend.

    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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    Let me preface my review by noting that my husband and I have limited experience with B&B stays as our children are only recently out of our travel picture. That said, I'm afraid that innkeepers Maryan and Jeff Muthersbaugh have raised the bar by providing the quintessential Bed and Breakfast experience. Not only is the house meticulously restored and beautifully decorated but the service was outstanding, with Maryan and Jeff gracefully balancing a warm welcome with the impression that the house and its amenities were ours to enjoy for the weekend. They made themselves available as we needed, providing directions and information on local interests, and disappearing in between. While our experience on Saturday evening may be indicative of our innkeepers hosting abilities, it probably isn’t typical. We returned to the inn at 9:30 PM, with snow falling and the windows lit. The time is significant only in that our hosts were on hand to greet us, introducing us to the new guests and offering to light a fire in the living room fireplace if we wanted to stay up. Around the grand piano in the back corner of the room, our new housemates entertained us with music and song. We added wine and our voices and the eight of us visited until 1 AM. I’m sure this isn’t standard fare, but the Muthersbaughs do provide an atmosphere conducive to a serendipitous evening.

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    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    Two forty-something sisters enjoyed an extended overnight stay at Laurel Cottage. Innkeepers Muthersbaugh, whose care and attention to detail account for every amenity and modern convenience while providing privacy and outstanding accomodations. From reading on the sunny patio, to a walk in nearby Haddam Meadows, a relaxing afternoon by the no-maintenance fireplace and a bubble bath and fabulous shower experience, Maryan and Jeffry know what first class service is about. I can't wait to spread the word and to go back! PERFECT 10.

    Great find!

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Planned to stay one night, extended it to three. Beaurifully restored home and grounds. Our room, Library Suite was lovely and spacious. Jeff and Maryan were helpful and gracious hosts with great senses of humor! Very relaxing stay, wonderful breakfasts, we will be back, much to see and do. Ray and Linda Goetz, Fripp Island, SC

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    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I wanted to take a minute to share with those who might take the time to read reviews from those of us who have been to the Nehemiah Brainerd House. My wife and have stayed many, many times in all sorts of B&B across the country and in Europe as well. I have to tell you that we have never been so comfortable and treated with such care and consideration. The Cottage was much more than we ever anticipated and the attention to detail and service was such that would beckon our return time and time again. We congratulate the owners of this fine establishment and look forward with great anticipation to our return. Our fondest thanks to you both! Gregg and Barbara Seabury

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