Inn of Choice |
A Connecticut Bed and Breakfast Inn. The
Captain Stannard House, abundant in history, charm, and space,
is located on the Connecticut Shoreline in Westbrook. We offer
nine beautifully appointed guest rooms with queen beds and private
baths. A delicious two-course breakfast is included in your room
rate. We can accommodate large groups of people for several days.
Our warm and inviting Dining Room can seat 34 comfortably. Stroll
down to the beach one block away. Take a chance at the casinos.
Visit the wineries. Shop for hours. We have coupons for two Premium outlets
nearby. Indulge in one of our packages or specials. Relax. Take
the train, we'll pick you up. Let us be your home-away-from home.
We welcome you to our beautiful Inn. |
Captain Stannard House Country Inn
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River & Shore
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Take a load-off! Weekend Special
January thru April ~ F/S or S/S ~ $60 savings
from the already low 'quiet season' rates! |
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Come to us for a little getaway. Relax. Ahhh Play
some pool, sit by the fire with your glass of wine, save-a-bundle
at one of our Premium Shopping Outlets, visit a nearby casino Or,
how about an in-house massage? Let us do what we do best ~
pamper you. And, you do whatever you like. Join in one
of our cooking classes, visit our website for more details.
Visit 'Mary's
Itineraries' for more ideas of things
to do while on the shoreline.
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All about him! Stay & Fly Special |
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No One will think of this.
Surprise him with a unique 'Holiday' or 'any day' Gift Certificate
for a stay at a classic, no 'froufrou' but beautiful Inn on the
CT Shoreline. Guest room complete with flat screen, 2/course breakfast,
stocked mini fridge in Great Room, regulation pool table, WiFi & homemade
baked goods in his room daily. And,
if he enjoys flying ~ how about including a 20 minute ride in a World
War II trainer plane, a 1941 biplane that seats one passenger and
a pilot. Chester
Charter also offers a 30 minute ride in a 2-seater as well. How
much fun will he have! Especially if he is a history buff. This will
be brag material for sure ...a perfect gift for your man.
Flight fee is in addition to
your room.
Call 860-399-4634 for more details.... |
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Planning a Party? |
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How about considering a classic, quaint, beautiful Inn on the
CT Shoreline in Westbrook. Reunion, birthday, shower, holiday ~ celebrate
here! The Inn has huge common areas, as well as our 16' x 80' South
Porch, regulation pool table, licensed kitchen for caterers, Dining
Room that seats 35 comfortably. Or, for less formal dining, the Inn
can easily accommodate 50 plus. Need lodging? We offer nine delightful
guest rooms. Also, we have several referrals for your catered event. Need a ride to and from the Inn? We can recommend two personal driving
services. We've got all tour needs covered... come to us for your
stress-fee get-together.
For more information
Contact the Captain
Stannard House via E'Mail or call us at 860-399-4634. |


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Getaways to Coddle New Mothers (or Just Inspire Some) ~ The New York Times |
Imagine Babymoon! |
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A time of intimacy, reflection and dreams. Come to us. We have a blissful 1/hr prenatal massage for mom-to-be
and a wonderful 1/hr Swedish massage for dad-to-be
waiting for you, together, in the privacy
of your room.
Anticipate a glorious bouquet of fresh flowers, delectable cravings
basket and chilled St. Regis Reserve champagne (non-alcoholic)
for her and Proseco Brut champagne for
him. Your
delightful guest room includes a candlelit, delicious full breakfast
served at your table for two in our warm and inviting Dining Room. Add
dinner for two, tickets to a nearby theatre, sleigh or carriage
ride…we’re
happy to assist you.
$265 in addition to your room.
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Make your stay Special
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Gift Certificates Work Every Time! |
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Treat that someone special ~ significant other, friend, employee,
family member ~ to a wonderful getaway. They
can relax in one of our delightfully appointed guest rooms, anticipate
our delicious candlelit breakfast at their table for two in our warm
and inviting Dining Room. Anticipate an in-house Swedish massage
in the privacy of their room. Join in one of our on-going cooking
classes. They'll
love you for it.
Concierge
Love You! A glorious bouquet of fresh flowers, Belgium cocoa-dusted chocolate truffles or white or dark chocolate covered strawberries and your choice of a complimentary chilled bottle of Proseco Brut champagne or St. regis Reserve champagne (nonalcoholic) to await you in your room. $75
Custom gift-wrapped boxed certificate ~ $20
Shipping and handling ~ $10 |

Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Showers,
Godparents, Retirements, Recovery, Holidays... |

Just the Two of Us ~ Romance Package |
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Anticipate our Love You! complement
in your room when you arrive ~ glorious bouquet of fresh
flowers, Belgium cocoa-dusted truffles or white or dark chocolate
covered strawberries, and your choice
of a complimentary chilled bottle of Proseco Brut champagne or
Inglenook St. Regis Reserve sparkling nonalcoholic champagne.
We
leave the rest up to you....
Concierge
Love You! complement $75 in
addition to your room.
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Add Romance to your Stay |

The Good Life ~ All About Me Package |
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Run away for a relaxing stay in one of our tempting guest rooms. Take the train, we'll pick you up.
Enjoy a delicious candlelit breakfast in our warm and inviting Dining Room. Then, off to shop. We have coupon vouchers for Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlet., both within minutes of the Inn. On to a wine tour and tasting at Chamard Vineyards... be sure to sample their award-winning chardonnay. Return in anticipation of a full hour massage in the privacy of your room. Two nights... an all about you blissful day. Give us a call when you're ready. We look forward to welcoming you to our secret garden, your home away from home.
Massage $100/hr in addition to your room.
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A Day at the Spa |
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Treat yourself, your mom or dad, a friend or relative, a co-worker or employee, to a complete day of relaxation. Look forward to two nights in one of our beautiful guest rooms including a delicious candlelit full breakfast.
Then, on to a preferred customer treatment day of indulgence at The Spa of Essex. Anticipate a full hour Swedish massage, a back-to-back classic pedicure and manicure, and a wonderful mini facial. Oh, so relaxing.... you will feel completely renewed. On to one of the nearby casinos, theaters, wineries, or dine at one of our wonderful restaurants just around the corner. Reserve your room and your day of indulgence now. Ahhh.
Blissful day at the Spa ~ $210 in addition to your room. |
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Romantic Picnic for Two |
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Off to the beach ~ one block away, or a trip to the beautiful Salt Marsh Preserve, Rocky Neck or Hammonasset State Park, all nearby. Just the two of you. We supply the blanket, food, glasses ~ all you will need for the perfect picnic experience. Your choice of wrap or sandwich will accompany the cheese, fruit, homemade sweets and soft drink or bottled water. Or, how about a loaf of crusty bread with herb infused olive oil and olive tapenade or a pate on the side in place of the wrap or sandwich? Your basket is ready for you to head out for your adventure! Come, let us pamper you. Your room is ready.
$65 in addition to your room.
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Honeymoon Night |
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Grow old with me, the best is yet to be ....Robert Browning
When the moment is so incredibly precious that you want to truly
relish every ounce of promise, come. Come to our Inn. Make
it your own. Reserve our most private, elegant, chandeliered
room. We will complement it with a glorious bouquet of
fresh flowers, Belgium cocoa-dusted truffles or white or dark chocolate
covered strawberries with a complementary bottle of chilled Proseco
Brut champagne. Anticipate
our delicious full breakfast
at your table for two in our beautiful Dining Room.
Your room awaits you!
$75 in addition to your room.
See the Captain Stannard House -- 'Just the Two of Us' Wedding package
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Making Memories ~ Extended Stay Package |
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Come and stay awhile. Relax with your morning coffee or
evening glass of wine on our beautiful
South Porch or by the fire in the Great Room. Anticipate our
delicious full breakfast in our warm and inviting Dining Room. Afterwards,
take a stroll down to the beach, a block away. Read a book,
take in a play, visit one of the nearby casinos, or indulge in a
day at the spa. Join
in one of our on-going cooking classes.
Your delightful guest room is ready for you.
Stay 3/nights and the 3rd night is half-price.
Concierge
Love You! A glorious
bouquet of fresh flowers, Belgium cocoa-dusted chocolate truffles
or white or dark chocolate covered strawberries
and your choice of a complimentary chilled bottle of Proseco Brut
champagne or St. regis Reserve champagne (nonalcoholic) to await
you in your room. $75 |
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Business Weekday ~ Off-site Event Package |
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How about considering a classic, quaint, beautiful, Inn for your
next meeting or event? Come to the Captain Stannard House. You
will have ample room, comfortable seating, plenty of table
space for 30 plus guests in our Dining room with French Doors for
privacy.
Three
seasons a year you can enjoy our huge South Porch overlooking
the gardens. The
Inn offers complimentary WiFi, as well as a Business Center with
PC, printer, scanner, copier and fax. Coffee, teas,
ice water, juices and a variety of homemade breakfast tea breads
are included. Give
us a call for our modest pricing. We look forward to welcoming
you and your guests and staff.
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Photo by Wally Kolek Extreme MAKEOVER HOME EDITION PHOTOGRAPHER |

Workshop Package |
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Ladies & Gents! Come take over the Inn, including our nine delightful guest rooms. Bring your family, friends, or group. Enjoy our delicious two-course full breakfast in our inviting Dining Room.
We have all your needs covered. We have work tables, a guest refrigerator, a stocked mini-fridge and double ovens for re-heating food, extension cords, iron and ironing board, regulation pool table that converts to a large work surface (which remains undisturbed for the duration of your stay) and much more.
Call the Inn at 860-399-4634 or email us at stay@stannardhouse.com for rates.
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FlyTying, Photography, Painting

Quilting, Scrapbooking, Knitting |
Seasonal Specials
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Stay and Shop
Sunday through Thursday
$150/nt ~ $40 savings! |
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COME. Take a 'me' break! Shop all day! In addition to the 25% - 65% discounts offered daily at their 70 stores, we have a coupon voucher for additional savings at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets. Take in a tour & tasting at Chamard Vineyards known for their award-winning Chardonnay. Try your luck at one of the nearby casinos or dine at one of our incredible restaurants just around the corner.
Then, anticipate your stay in one of our delightful guest rooms which includes a delicious, two course full breakfast. Linger by the fire in our beautiful Great Room with your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. How about a Swedish massage in your room before you head home? Ahhh. |


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Eagle Enthusiasts! Weekend Special
February and March only! |
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Take a break from your busy schedule and take advantage of our
weekend special going on through April ~ Take a Load Off ~ Come
relax by the fire with your morning coffee or evening wine. Anticipate
an in-house massage in the privacy of your room. After a
restful night enjoy our delicious full breakfast in our warm and
inviting Dining Room. 2/nts ~ $60 savings off our already
low 'quiet season' rates. Then on to view the bald eagles wintering
along the CT River. Tours by boat with a heated cabin, restroom
and open decks and approximately two hours from start to finish. Call
860-399-4634 for more information. Eagle
Boat Tour $40/pp in addition to your room.
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All photos and text © Captain
Stannard House 2004
For reservation and questions , Contact
the Captain Stannard House via E'Mail
Or call: 860-399-4634 |
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