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Sunday, April 22, 2012

The Inn at Perry Cabin

The Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michael's, Maryland calls itself a "luxurious manor house and spa" and it is! A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of staying there for two nights. It is the  epitome of relaxation, quiet and peace nestled on Chesapeake's Eastern Shore.

This is what I loved..

{the inn} sprawling, while clapboard buildings nestled among tidy gardens and pebble paths all overlooking the water. The interior spaces are the perfect combination of old meets crisp and new. Of course, there are nautical details everywhere.

{the spa} a freestanding building - modern barn in style with a pool and an outdoor "relaxation area" with a fireplace. I enjoyed a facial, as well as relaxing with a pile of magazines while sipping chilled cucumber water.

{food & drink} The Inn boasts Purser's Pub - a charming ship-shape bar with a hidden, patio - we had afternoon drinks and bites. Sherwood's Landing is their four diamond restaurant, which features regional ingredients, as well as some from their own working farm. Simply put, our two dinners were divine.

{town} quaint and charming describes the tiny town of St. Michael'. Almost a town that time has forgotten. Loved the adorable shop "The Preppy Redneck" -- bought two bags (of course!) -- and enjoyed chatting with the owner, who grew up in a house across our street in Annapolis. The Inn had blue bikes with wicker baskets for riding into town. :)

{history} The original inn was built in 1816 to resemble Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry's cabin on his ship the U.S.S. Niagra. Over the years, the inn evolved from a private home, to a working farm to a riding academy. Laura Ashley purchased the inn in 1989 and transformed it into a luxury hotel. Orient-Express Hotels acquired it in 1999 and gave it a 17 million dollar renovation.

Tricia

PS while dogs and kids are welcome - I heard the Inn is trying to incorporate more kid-friendly elements to their environment. Maybe we will bring the kids next time. ;) 



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