Tidewater Inn  

"Tired of staying at hotels and motels? Are you looking for lodging accommodations where you will be pampered and greeted by name? Explore coastal Connecticut while relaxing at the Tidewater Inn B&B. Located in the shoreline village of Madison, CT , the Inn offers an inviting, romantic and elegant atmosphere of antiques and estate furniture. The Inn overlooks the Boston Post Road in a wooded residential area. The large shaded back yard slopes down to meet Fence Creek . The English garden on the side of the house is a favorite spot for relaxing in nice weather. The tidal wetlands of Long Island Sound are visible across the road in the front. The Tidewater Inn is... 2 hours from Manhattan, 2 1/2 hours from Boston, 1 hour from Hartford, 20 minutes from New Haven, and 20 minutes from Yale University. The Inn is within walking distance of the village of Madison and less than one mile from the nearest of several Long Island Sound beaches. The area offers many opportunities for shopping, touring, and dining. Area towns are known for their specialty shops, colonial historic districts, craft and fine art galleries, antique shops, and museums. The many area restaurants offer dining choices ranging from shoreline casual to special occasion elegance. Museums: Connecticut River Museum, Historic Colonial Homes, Shoreline Trolley Museum, The Museums of Yale University. Theater: Goodspeed Opera House, Goodspeed at Chester, Long Wharf Theater, Yale Repertory Theater, Ivoryton Playhouse. Outings: Vineyard Tours & Tastings, Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Ride, Gillete Castle State Park, Hammonasset Beach State Park, Thimble Islands Cruise, Biking, Hiking & Swimming. The Inn's collection of menus and brochures provides a good starting place as guests decide how to spend the day. Of course, the Innkeeper is happy to offer directions, advice, and information about any special events being held in the area. Each of the nine guest rooms is beautifully furnished with your comfort and convenience in mind and provides a private bathroom with shower, cable television, air conditioning, telephone with voice messaging, and both wireless and dial-up Internet access for your personal computer. The special occasion Madison room has an oriental influence, offering a king size canopy bed and a sitting area that includes a love seat and a large wing-backed chair. The Cottage is a beautiful hideaway complete with sitting room, king bed, luxury bath with Jacuzzi for two, and private patio. Two of our guest rooms offer romantic working fireplaces. The Inn's beamed sitting room has a large fireplace surrounded by comfortable furniture perfect for relaxing and good conversation. At the other end of this large room, guests enjoy a full breakfast each morning, warmed by the rays of the sun from the front bay window. We look forward to your visit! Tidewater Inn Bed & Breakfast is a member of the following associations: New England Inns & Resorts Association, Professional Association of Innkeepers International

Amenities: Air conditioning, Wood Fireplace, Fridge, Coffee Maker, TV, Cable, Telephone , Wireless Internet, Private deck(s), and more...

Cancellation Policy: If you give us at least 14 days advance notice from your date of arrival you will receive a full refund of your deposit. If you give us less than 14

Please ask about children.

Breakfast: A full breakfast is served Early coffees and teas are available from 7:00 am. Midweek, for those with early schedules, an expanded continental breakfast is available from 7:15 to 8:30. From 8:30 to 9:30 our full breakfast is served. We begin with juice and a fruit course, follow

Seasonal Info: Flowers and Foliage Season - May 1 to October 31; Serendipity Season - November 1 to April 30