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    • Nightly Rate $85 - $140
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    • Reviews 3  
    • Rooms 3
    • Accepts Gift Cards

    • Address 30535 Linden Ave.
      (corner of Linden & Beckford Ave.)

      Princess Anne, MD 21853
      USA
    • Phone+1-000-call9amto9pm
    • Phone+1-410-651-5195
    • EmailContact Innkeeper

    Featured on the NBC Today Show, in The Washington Post, Baltimore Magazine, Budget Travel and Chesapeake Life Magazine. 2012 winner of the Maryland Life Magazine Reader's Choice Award for Finest B & B on the Lower Eastern Shore. Come down in time to a place that celebrates books and writers. The Alexander House Booklovers Bed & Breakfast is a literary-themed Victorian home in the Princess Anne historic district; it features dramatic colors and whimsical details that create a feel-good, relaxed atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the jazzy Harlem Renaissance of The Langston Hughes Room; dream a high seas-adventure in The Robert Louis Stevenson Room; revel in the romance of Regency England in the grand Jane Austen Room, relax with a book in the Mark Twain Reading Parlor & Library. Partake of a gourmet breakfast, afternoon tea or evening liquour in the charmingly French Cafe Colette (for inn guests only). Enjoy a stroll through the relaxed historic town of Princess Anne, filled with lovingly preserved homes from the Colonial, Federal and Victorian eras. Between the Beach (wild ponies of Assateague or Ocean City) and the Chesapeake Bay, we are surrounded by lush rivers (canoeing and kayaking) and open savannahs. It's a wildlife and bird haven, a delight for nature lovers. Bookloversbnbdotcom

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews

    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing and unique experience

    October 18, 2011

    The ambiance is wonderful, whimsical yet sophisticated. We loved our Jane Austen Room with all the little details that brought Jane to life. The Mark Twain Library has a great selection of books and a relaxing atmosphere. Elizabeth's breakfasts were marvelous, the crepes yummy! We also enjoyed the beautiful veranda, so private and colorful.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Really nice place

    April 24, 2011

    Elizabeth, My husband and I really enjoyed our recent stay at your B and B. The Jane Austen room was really nice and the town of Princess Anne is really quaint. Loved your porch and breakfast was super! Also super pizza at the Flying Crane.

    5 out of 5
     

    A great place

    January 08, 2007

    Repeat visitor. Loved the serenity,the conversation,food and decor.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Elizabeth Alexander

    Innkeepers Description:

    Writing, gardening, cooking. Elizabeth is a retired journalist and teacher, now writing books and plays.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • some French/Italian

    • some Japanese

    • English

    • Spanish

    Resident Pets

    Others

  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $85 - $140

    Jane Austen

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

    Contact for Availability Contact

    Langston Hughes

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

    Contact for Availability Contact

    Robert Louis Stevenson

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Double

    Contact for Availability Contact

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3-8 pm    Check Out: 11 am

    • Minimum Stay: except a 2-night minimum on holiday weekends only

    • Deposit Amount Required: One night's rate required at time of booking using called-in credit card number or mailed-in check.

    • Cancellations: If cancelled 7 days (14 days prior for holiday/special event weekends)or less from the date reserved, full amount will be charged, unless we are able to rebook that room for that date. If able to rebook, you will receive a refund minus a $10 surcharge.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: No

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Limited

    • Drinking Description: Drinks may be brought and consumed in moderation.

    • Drinks Available: Limited

    • Children Allowed: children over age 14 welcome

    • Suitable For Children: No

    • Childcare Provided: No

  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 3 Reviews

    4.7 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  5
    • Services  5
    • Value  5
    • Cleanliness  5
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    Amazing and unique experience

    October 18, 2011

    The ambiance is wonderful, whimsical yet sophisticated. We loved our Jane Austen Room with all the little details that brought Jane to life. The Mark Twain Library has a great selection of books and a relaxing atmosphere. Elizabeth's breakfasts were marvelous, the crepes yummy! We also enjoyed the beautiful veranda, so private and colorful.

    4.0 out of 5
     

    Really nice place

    April 24, 2011

    Elizabeth, My husband and I really enjoyed our recent stay at your B and B. The Jane Austen room was really nice and the town of Princess Anne is really quaint. Loved your porch and breakfast was super! Also super pizza at the Flying Crane.

    5 out of 5
     

    A great place

    January 08, 2007

    Repeat visitor. Loved the serenity,the conversation,food and decor.


  • Location Type

    • Assateague National Seashore

    • Chesapeake Bay

    • In historic district

    • Ocean City- 30 min. drive

    • Smith and Tangier Islands

    • Countryside

    • Village

    City - Salisbury

    • Distance to city: 13 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From Rt 13 (heading north or south, turn onto Linden Ave, go one long block east to stop sign. The Alexander House is at the southeast corner of Beckford and Linden Avenues. (From the north heading south: Linden turnoff is after the three lights of Princess Anne. From the south heading north on Rt. 13: it's the third right turn after entering Princess Anne limits (Nationwide Insurance cottage on corner of 13 and Linden). We are 30 minute drive from Ocean City, MD.

    Airport

    • Baltimore, MD (BWI-Baltimore Washington) 140 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Cross the Annapolis Bay Bridge heading east, take 50 south to Salisbury bypass, take Rt. 13 south to Princess Anne.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Beach

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Salisbury Zoo 10 miles

    • two nearby churches from the 1700's

    • Summer and Fall Farmers Market crafts & music

    • Chincoteague& wild ponies 30 minutes

    • Teackle Mansion 3 blocks

    • Wildlife Refuge-Bird sanctuary 1 mile

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ruins

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bicycles

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Canoeing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Old Princess Anne Days October

    • Salisbury Zoo

    • Abundant Antique Stores

    • Old Princess Anne Days October

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Water sports

  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    Property highlights

    • 35 min. to Assateague Nat. Seashore

    • Celebrating Books and Writers

    • Delightful and spacious verandah

    • Eclectic, colorful & whimsical style

    • Near three rivers, Chesapeake Bay

    • We Honor Diversity

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Christian Travel

    • Economical rates

    • Gay / Lesbian Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    On-site

    • Board games

    • CD player

    • Copier

    • Fax Machine

    • Fireplace

    • Library

    • Telephone

    • Washer/dryer

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Desk

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Radio

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • Lovely verandah on which to sit, day or night

    • microwave in cafe for guest use.

    • Small refrigerator in cafe for guest use.

  • Breakfast

    • Type: self serve buffet

    • Time Served: 8-9:30 am

    • Serving Location: Cafe Collette,Dining Room

    Complimentary Perks

    • Afternoon Tea

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • Vegan

    • low sodium

    Additional food services

    • evening liqueurs

    • guest fridge in cafe

    • hot beverages

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Cafe Collette Crepes
    Serves: 6
    Prep time: 15 minutes