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The Victoria Skylar
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1892 Victorian. Completely rennovated in 2004-2006. Formal, award-winning Rose and Perennial Garden.
Formal Rose Garden, with Fountain and Seating Area for Afternoon Tea or Morning Coffee. Or in the evening, Wine and Cheese.
Awake to the aroma of Scones and Tea Bread; different selections are served each day, along with fresh fruit and Freshly Brewed Gevalia Coffee
Sampling of a fruit platter served with our full gourmet breakfast.
A dutch baby cake, served with brandied peaches, dusted with powdered sugar, and topped with chantilly cream, along with a fruit cup of grapefruit sections and fresh blueberries, and an assortment of juices.
Enjoy breakfast in a candle-lit dining room, with fresh flowers on china and crystal, with a different china service accompanying each day's meal.
The elegant Skylar Room, with French Chateau Bed, and Crystal Chandelier. Done in a soft blue and white motif with a silk brocade bed ensemble. Large Private Italian-tiled Bath with a Jacuzzi Tub and shower. This room has one of our three eco-friendly fireplaces., which can be used in all the seasons for a romantic ambience. All rooms come with fresh flowers.
The Hunter Room, which is designed with a hunt motif, has a carved, four-poster British Plantation bed, done up in a Burgundy and Gold brocade bed and window treatments. It also features the eco-friendly, four-season fireplace. Private tiled bath with a tub shower.
The Slater Room features a carved, four-poster torched Jefferson High Bed, done up in a gold and bronze brocade bed and window ensemble. The room features an Italian-tiled Private Bath with a tub shower.
The Victoria Room is done up in a Victorian Floral Rose Print, in shades of pale green, cream, and many tones of rose. This room holds an original piece of furniture to the house, dating back to 1905; the dresser/mirror combination seen in the photo. Has an Italian-Tiled Private Bath with Jacuzzi Tub/Shower. The bed is a four-poster, pineapple design bed.
This picture features a 114-year old azalea bush, which only blooms for two weeks, but makes a magnificent sight in bloom. Many of our guests come to see the wonderous sight. The garden is on the Secret Garden Tour each year, and this is one of the highlights.
This is Van Zandt Pier, on the shore of Narragansett Bay, which is one block from the Victoria Skylar, and a short walk (or drive) to Naval Station Newport, and the Military Museum.
Beautiful Battery Park is a short stroll from the Inn, located on the Bay Side of the Historic Point Section. As you walk this area, you will pass historic homes dating back to the 18th Century, of all different architectural designs.
Starting in June, Newport abounds with Festivals. This is the Tall Ships Festival. Other festivals include the Newport Flower Show, The Newport Music and Film Festivals, the Black Ships Festival, commemorating Perry's Trade with the Japanese, as well as the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals. Not to be forgotten, the Tennis Hall of Fame has its Tennis Championships and the International Induction Ceremonies, along with the mansions, Wine and Food Festivals, and the Newport Coaching Weekend, held at the Elms Mansion every four years.
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Nightly Rate
$229 - $269
, - Reviews 22
- Rooms 4
Inn's website-
Address
107 Second street
Newport, RI 02840
USA - Phone+1-401-855-8701
- Toll free+1-866-752-1653
- EmailContact Innkeeper
An Elegant, Romantic, Victorian Bed and Breakfast, located in the quiet, historic Point District of Newport, RI, one block from the harbor and a short walk to the restaurants, parks, and shopping of Newport's downtown area. Relax in one of the beautifully decorated bedrooms with fresh cut flowers, Godiva chocolates, and Evian and San Pellegrino bottled waters. Rooms have Queen-size beds, some carved, four-poster, plush pillow-top mattresses with luxurious designer 600-1000 thread count linens and Italian-tiled private baths with Toiletries from Crabtree & Evelyn; central air conditioning for your comfort, as well as cable TV with DVD, and a free wireless network (WI-FI). Check out our virtual tour at .VictoriaSkylar/virtualtour.html Start your morning with a full gourmet breakfast, served in a candlelit dining room. In the summer, take your morning coffee and afternoon refreshments in the beautiful formal garden amidst award winning roses and perennials. In the evening, enjoy evening sherry or brandy in the parlor; in the fall and winter, in front of a cozy fireplace. Open year round, with Romantic Weekend Specials and Summer Festival packages available. We are a Smoke Free Environment. **We specialize in Gluten and Lactose-Free Breakfasts** -Ann and Derek Coulton, Innkeepers E-mail or call us to make reservations!
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 22 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.8 out of 5Wonderful B&B ever!
September 09, 2012
My girlfriend and I visited The Victoria Skylar on Labor Day long weekend for two nights. We had a great B&B experience there. The Victoria Skylar is beautiful and comfortable. Also, inn owners Derek and Ann were so friendly and treated us well that made us felt like staying in our own house. Two breakfasts we had there is undoubtedly delicious and it was even better than eating outside in the restaurant! I will recommend people to stay in The Victoria Skylar for sure!
3.6 out of 5True b&b
August 15, 2012
Great location and lovely innkeepers. Awesome breakfast...it's a true bed and breakfast. Recommended
5 out of 5Perfect B&B Experience!
August 03, 2012
I cannot believe how lucky we were to find this gem of a B&B. We attended the Newport Folk Festival and decided we wanted to stay within walking distance to the ferry and to downtown Newport. Not only was this so easily located for both (less than a 10 minute walk to the ferry and just few more blocks to the heart of downtown Newport), Ann and Derric made this trip so incredibly memorable. The breakfasts they serve are stellar (like 5 star, gourmet stellar). The Victoria Skylar is the very definition of hospitable. One night we returned to the B&B just as a monstrous rain storm started and Ann very kindly offered us some delicious wine and food to pass the time with. Also, price-wise you really can't beat it (the Marriott down the street was almost a $100 more a night we learned.) The accommodations are very cozy and welcoming (the bed was incredibly comfortable) and the inn is perfectly situated close to the water for a morning stroll. It is also incredibly close to the bridge so it is very easy to get in and out of the area if you decide to venture outside of Newport (we went across the bridge to Jamestown for dinner one night - highly recommend since it is much less crowded). We will absolutely be staying here again next year!
5 out of 5Hidden Gem
July 27, 2012
Great place to get away, love it. Come here several times a year. Food was awesome. Beds comfy, hosts awesome.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Ann & Derek Coulton / Daniel Smart
Innkeepers Description:
Gardening, Painting
The innkeepers speak:
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English
Resident Pets
1 Cat , Cat (not in guest area of inn) Others
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Nightly Rate
$229 - $269
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$229 - $269
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 2-6pm Check Out: 11am
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Minimum Stay: 2-3 Nights during Festival Weekends/Events. 1 night when available.
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Deposit Amount Required: 50 percent of the total stay.
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Cancellations: * Deposit refund, less $25 process fee will be issued if the cancellation is received 14 days prior to arrival date. * If canceled within 14 days, a credit towards a future stay will be issued for the amount of deposit, less $25 processing fee, and will be given only if we are able to re-book the room for the same amount of days as original reservation. This credit will be good for one year from date issued * No refunds given for early departure - No refunds or credit will be given for no-shows.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Complimentary Wine in the Evening / Sherry&Brandy in parlor
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Drinks Available: Limited
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Suitable For Children: No
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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AAA Discount
Percent Off: 5% Days Required: 2 -
Military Discount with proper ID
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 2 -
Senior Discount
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 2 -
Stash Tea (One Free Night with one paid night)
Percent Off: 50% Days Required: 2 -
Stays Longer than Seven Days
Percent Off: 5% Days Required: 8
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Nightly Rate
$229 - $269
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 22 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.8 out of 5Wonderful B&B ever!
September 09, 2012
My girlfriend and I visited The Victoria Skylar on Labor Day long weekend for two nights. We had a great B&B experience there. The Victoria Skylar is beautiful and comfortable. Also, inn owners Derek and Ann were so friendly and treated us well that made us felt like staying in our own house. Two breakfasts we had there is undoubtedly delicious and it was even better than eating outside in the restaurant! I will recommend people to stay in The Victoria Skylar for sure!
3.6 out of 5True b&b
August 15, 2012
Great location and lovely innkeepers. Awesome breakfast...it's a true bed and breakfast. Recommended
5 out of 5Perfect B&B Experience!
August 03, 2012
I cannot believe how lucky we were to find this gem of a B&B. We attended the Newport Folk Festival and decided we wanted to stay within walking distance to the ferry and to downtown Newport. Not only was this so easily located for both (less than a 10 minute walk to the ferry and just few more blocks to the heart of downtown Newport), Ann and Derric made this trip so incredibly memorable. The breakfasts they serve are stellar (like 5 star, gourmet stellar). The Victoria Skylar is the very definition of hospitable. One night we returned to the B&B just as a monstrous rain storm started and Ann very kindly offered us some delicious wine and food to pass the time with. Also, price-wise you really can't beat it (the Marriott down the street was almost a $100 more a night we learned.) The accommodations are very cozy and welcoming (the bed was incredibly comfortable) and the inn is perfectly situated close to the water for a morning stroll. It is also incredibly close to the bridge so it is very easy to get in and out of the area if you decide to venture outside of Newport (we went across the bridge to Jamestown for dinner one night - highly recommend since it is much less crowded). We will absolutely be staying here again next year!
5 out of 5Hidden Gem
July 27, 2012
Great place to get away, love it. Come here several times a year. Food was awesome. Beds comfy, hosts awesome.
4.8 out of 5Creative in the Kitchen
July 18, 2012
Derek and Ann were fantastic hosts. They were respectful and curious about our non-traditional diets (vegan and paleo) and came up with an incredible breakfast that was simply delicious! I don't usually expect to have my dietary needs met when I travel and this was truly a delight.
4.6 out of 5Wonderful trip at the Victoria Skylar
July 06, 2012
Excellent location to town and wonderful amenities. The bedroom was very "homey" and comfortable and the breakfasts were amazingly wonderful. The backyard garden was beautiful. Couldn't ask for better accomdations.
5 out of 5Simply perfection!
October 10, 2011
Our first B&B stay, and we can't imagine anything being better than this! Loved the attention to detail...cozy and inviting decor, elegant dining, room comfort and conveniences. Great value, reasonably priced for the high quality of service and amenities we received. Highly recommended! Ann and Derek were exemplary hosts!
4.6 out of 5Best Breakfasts Great Getaway
October 07, 2011
The breakfasts are awesome, and Ann and Derek are great hosts. Good advice on local dining, sites to see, and just chat about anything. Already looking forward to a return visit.....
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Location
Location Type
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Harbor/Wharf Area
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Restaurants/Shopping District on Thames St.
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Beachside
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City
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Downtown
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Island
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Oceanside
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Wine country
City - Providence
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Distance to city: 40 miles
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Directions to property:
From the Newport Bridge, take the first exit. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Farewell St, and take the first right at the light onto Van Zandt St. Take the third right onto Bayside St. to the end; take a right, and then another right onto Second St. 5th House on the Left; Large front porch. Look for B&B Flag
Airport
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Providence, RI (PVD-T.F. Green State) 27 miles
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Directions to property:
1: Start out going SOUTHWEST on POST RD/ US-1 toward FRESNO RD. 2: Take the ramp toward I-95. 3: Merge onto AIRPORT CONNECTOR RD W. 4: Merge onto I-95 S toward NEW YORK. 5: Keep LEFT to take RI-4 S via EXIT 9 toward NORTH KINGSTOWN. 6: Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto TOWER HILL RD/ US-1 S. 7: Merge onto RI-138 E toward JAMESTOWN/ NEWPORT/ BRIDGES (Portions toll). 8: Take the RI-238 S ramp toward SCENIC NEWPORT. From the Newport Bridge, take the first exit. At the end of the ramp, turn right onto Farewell St, and take the first right at the light onto Van Zandt St. Take the third right onto Bayside St. to the end; take a right, and then another right onto Second St. 5th House on the Left; Large front porch. Look for B&B Flag
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Aquarium
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Art Galleries
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Beach
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Casino
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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Ocean
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Zoo Nearby in Providence
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Historic Gilded Age Mansions
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International Tennis Hall of Fame
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Norman Bird Sanctuary
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Festivals (Jazz, Oktoberfest, Irish, Black Ships)
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Yachting Restoration Center (IYRS)
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Billiards
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Segway / Scooter Rentals
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Sunset Dinner Sailing
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International Polo Matches
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Horse/Carriage Rides
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Sailing Races
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Helicopter Tours
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Swimming
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Tennis courts
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Tennis racket rental
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Video Arcade
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Water sports
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Christian Travel
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Gourmet food
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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Amenities Basket
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Board games
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CD player
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Library
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Telephone
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VCR
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Washer/dryer
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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DVD Player
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Fireplace
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Turndown Service
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Videos
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Evening Wine and Cheese on Day of Arrival
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Sherry and Brandy in the Parlor
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Off-Street Parking
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Gift Baskets Available
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Snacks and Bottled Water
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Cost: 0
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Time Served: 9:00-10:00 am
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Signature Dish
French Toast Grand Marnier
Cinnamon Swirled bread, dipped in a rich egg batter, infused with Grand Marnier. Lightly sprinkled with confectioner's sugar. Topped with fresh strawberries, also in a Grand Marnier marinade, and then dusted again with powerdered sugar and finished with Chantilly whipped cream. An absolute favorite of all the guests.Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Gluten-Free
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Lactose-Free
Additional food services
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Afternoon Tea/Sweets,Weather Permitting
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Wine/Cheese in the Evening on Arrival
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Contact The Innkeeper
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