Somerset House

P.O. Box 556
30556 Washington Street
Princess Anne Maryland 21853
USA

http://www.somersethousemd.com

Phone: +1-410-651-4451
Fax: +1-410-651-4471

General Information

The Somerset House is decorated with period furnishings and offers 2 rooms. Our elegant rooms feature twelve-foot ceilings, antique queen-size beds,fireplaces and private baths, one with a sauna. Relax in our parlor, furnished with antiques, or play our 1905 Steinway grand piano or a
two manual French-style harpsichord.

Elegant gardens include an English boxwood parterre and antique roses. Enjoy afternoon refreshments, or try your hand at bocce or croquet on the bowling lawn.

The Somerset House is a perfect base from which to explore local antique shops, ferry on the Chesapeake Bay to visit unique Smith Island, or visit the National Park at Assateague/Chincoteague.


Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • Accommodations: Rooms
  • There are 2 guest accommodations
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 115.00 and $ 160.00

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • BBQ grill
  • Bath robes
  • Fireplace
  • Hairdryer
On Site
  • Board games
  • CD player
  • Ceiling fans
  • Computer
  • Conference Rooms
  • Copier
  • Data port
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Piano
  • Radio
  • Wedding Facilities

Other Amenities: Sauna, Formal Boxwood Gardens, Croquet, Bocce, Harpsichord

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30 to 9:30
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Lunch is available by special request
  • Dinner is available by special request
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Non-alcoholic beverage

Policies

  • No minimum stay required
  • Smoking is allowed outside only (Outdoors only.)
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (One night's stay, by check or credit card.)
  • Check in time is 4:00 to 7:00 and Check out time is 11:00
  • Cancellations:
    If cancelled 7 days or more in advance, full refund less $10.00. If less than 7 days, refund only if we can rebook that room.
  • Accepted by the following agencies:
    • Professional Association of Innkeepers Int'l
Discounts available:
  Ask about discounts 

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • 150 year old Gingko Tree, planted by Henry Clay
  • Elegant gourmet dinner, prior arrangement
  • Large rooms, 400 sq.ft., 12 ft ceilings
  • Retreats/meetings with 11 rooms in 3 block area
  • Truly unique elegance in a small town setting
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Group events
  • Nature
  • Peaceful getaway
Establishment Type
  • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Federal
  • Built in 1852
  • Opened for business in 2003
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1997
  • Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Parking available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Small town
  • Nearest major city: Salisbury, MD (13 miles North)
  • Directions to property:
    From Rte 13, take Mt. Vernon Road East to stop sign, turn right onto Somerset Avenue. Proceed to town center. After two stoplights, take first left onto Washington Street, and park. Somerset House (30556) is second house on the left.
  • Nearest major airport: BWI 116 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Exit Airport and follow signs to I-97 south toward Annapolis/Bay Bridge. Approx 25 miles, exit left onto Rte 50 east toward Bay bridge. Across bridge, continue on Rte 50 South. At Salisbury, continue on Rte 50 ByPass, combinging with Rte 13. Continue on Rte 13 South, exit left onto Mt. Vernon Rd. East to stop sign, turn right onto Somerset Avenue. Proceed to town center. After two stoplights, take first left onto Washington Street, and park. Somerset House (30556) is second house on the left.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Deborah and Jay Parker
    gardening, reading, music, Scrabble, BBC4
  • The innkeepers speak: some Spanish, English

Area Attractions

Beach, Historical interests, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean, Cruises to Smith or Tangier Island, Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, Kayaking, Chincoteague, Assateague, Museum of Wildfowl Art, Picnic area, River