My wife & I visited the Fox Pond B&B in May of 2008. The location is on a quiet tree lined street. Upon arrival, we were met by the owner - Ted & his dog - Sophie. We were provided with a tour of the property, something to drink, & shown our room. The property is magnificently maintained and the back yard is a beautiful garden where you can sit & drink a cup of coffee, tea, or wine & just enjoy the professionally landscaped view. A tasty & filling breakfast is included & it varied from day to day. Yogurt and fresh fruit were available every morning along with a main course. Lunch & dinner are not provided, but Ted can provide you with excellent options on restaurants depending on your tastes.
You may visit with Ted & Sophie as much or as little as you like. Ted is a charming and outgoing host, who will invite you into the residence, offer to put a log in the fireplace, & offer you wine. He allowed us to park our car in the garage while we were there. The location was perfect for the north shore, with easy access to Salem, Swampscott, etc. We found the price to be reasonable & & an excellent value. With the cost of gas, the location allowed us to stay close to our family. The rooms are bright & the beds are comfortable. Ted remodeled the original residence & transformed it into an architectural delight. The Pond room has a sitting area, deluxe bathroom, & a view of the formal back garden, where you can sit & read, enjoy something to drink, or just enjoy the views.
The price of the rooms was cheaper than staying at a Marriott & offered better ammenities. We will definitely return.
Joe & Sue K.
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