Guests can enjoy the view of the area from the hotel's veranda, or just relax by the swimming pool. Despite the historical nature of the accommodations, guests can expect a private bathroom, cable TV, telephone and modern comforts. The activities offered are numerous: whale watching, antique and gift shopping, sea kayaking, river cruises, or just enjoying the scenic coastline. It's a full service country inn as well. Guests can enjoy fine dining, at the inn's Grand Café, where they are entertained by live piano music. All of these activities can be found within five miles of the Emerson Inn, and many other historic towns are a pleasant drive away. Rockport is a "dry town" (BYOB). This elegant bed & breakfast is a turn-of-the-century building (no elevator), with an ambiance that reflects the serenity of a bygone era. The Deluxe, King-bed rooms feature an ocean view and a whirlpool tub. The Emerson Inn by the Sea is a first-class, bed and breakfast located right on Cape Ann's rocky coast. The guest accommodations are absolutely charming, and furnished with period reproductions. The Emerson Inn by the Sea is convenient to fine dining, shopping and recreational opportunities. The Emerson Inn is more than a bed & breakfast. |