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Silas W Robbins House

Wethersfield, Connecticut.

Built in 1873 by Silas Robbins, this elegantly restored Victorian house is located in the oldest community and in the largest historic district in Connecticut. We welcome you to this beautiful house which has been upgraded with all the amenities.

Bed and Breakfast Description

Our luxurious accommodations will ensure a restful stay. The Silas W. Robbins House features five elegantly appointed rooms, each with private bath, lush bedding and beautiful interiors reflecting the period of this home.

All rooms are equipped with flat screen cable televisions, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. A FAX machine is available for guest use. Unwind, relax and take pleasure in the beauty and comfort of our public spaces. Delight in the gorgeous 19th century touches that make visitors feel as if they've stepped into another time, while still enjoying all the comforts of today.

The Silas W. Robbins house is purchased on May 14, 2001 by Shireen and John Aforismo, who start the long arduous process of restoring this home to its original prominence. Restoration begins in 2001 and continues up until the October 2007 grand opening of the Silas W. Robbins House Bed & Breakfast. This house is a valuable component of the historic district and the most sophisticated example of the Second Empire style in Wethersfield.

Inn Information

Season: All Year
Rates: 195.00 - 325.00 US Dollars (double occupancy)
Rooms: 5
With private baths: 5
Mealplan: Breakfast included
Food Served:

• Full Breakfast

Nearest Airport(s): Bradley International Airport

Payment methods accepted:

• Checks
• Cash

Services:

WiFi, flat-screen cable TV, fax, private bath with hair dryer, air conditioning

Area Attractions and Activities:

Old Wethersfield is located along the banks of the Connecticut River and only minutes from downtown Hartford. There are a wide variety of activities awaiting you from a relaxing stroll along the historic streets to enjoying a riverboat cruise on the Connecticut River.

There are museums including the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum, the New Britain Museum of American Art, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, the Mark Twain House Museum, the New England Air Museum and many more.

We are also close to theaters including the Goodspeed Opera House, Hartford Stage, Bushnell Theater for the Performing Arts and TheaterWorks.

For those who are interested in seeing nature and land attractions you may be interested in Gillette Castle State Park, Mystic Seaport, Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration or Lady Katherine River Cruises.

Also, your hosts John & Shireen will be happy to make recommendations and reservations for you.

Most Popular Rooms:

Cupids and Roses Room: Dreamy and romantic, from the delicate chandelier to the carved moldings on the fireplace to the cupids cavorting on the ceiling, this room was made to celebrate love!

The Jane Robbins Room is beautifully decorated in soft blues and creams. Specially designed draperies frame the floor to ceiling windows. The walls are decorated with moldings of carved acanthus leaves and scrollwork.

Reservation Notes:

If you need to cancel your reservation, we ask for notification 7 days prior to your arrival date to ensure a full refund. After that period, we will make every attempt to rebook, and if able to , we will refund the full amount. If we are unable to rebook the room, the room charge will apply. In the event of early departure, room charges will apply for the entire reservation period.

Restrictions

• Please inquire about our policy regarding children.
• Smoking not permitted.
• No pets, please.
• No access for disabled persons.

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