We are so used to chain hotels that we had forgotten the charm of a local bed & breakfast. Brimblecomb Hill B&B was perfect for a weekend visit and reunion with an old school friend. The rooms were nicely decorated and furnished, there was a very pleasant and private yard in which to sit, and the breakfast was informal and... More

During a recent visit to New England from Ireland we were lucky enough to find this little gem of a B&B in Marblehead which was in a perfect location for us near Salem and Boston Airport for our return flight back to Dublin the following morning. THe owner Gene Arnold was hospitable and full of knowledge about the surrounding area... More

We stayed two nights in the very comfortable first floor room that had a hallway door connecting to the breakfast and sitting room which gave us the effect of having the house pretty much to ourselves. Our host was congenial and always willing to help with questions or just tidbits about the town even though he also ran an art... More

Gene is an excellent host, warm and friendly, without being imposing. We stayed in the Isaac Mansfield room, and it was very nice, and adorned with antiques, as you can see for yourself at www.brimblecomb.com. The room was en suite, and the bathroom was clean and modern. The lovely 18th-century house is very nicely situated in the center of the... More