Deacon Timothy Pratt Bed & Breakfast

This B & B truly is an experience of the 1700’s. The floors are the originals and the stairs are still as steep. The rooms are nicely decorated with country furnishings and provide a relaxing atmosphere. The ceilings are low in the upstairs rooms and there is a brick chimney that sits right by the bed. There are whirlpool Jacuzzi tubs in each bathroom and a CD player is provided if you wish to listen to music.
The breakfast is wonderful and it is nice to sit and talk with other guests in the morning. The staff are all very kind and are full of knowledge about Old Saybrook and the services provided. The bed is comfortable and there is maid service daily. There are additional options for those who like wine, the theater an/​or an in room massage.

We arrived early and were greeted warmly and offered coffee/​tea and cookies.
When we finished we were guided to the room. We were in the back of the restaurant building which provided us with a separate entrance and parking just outside the door.
The main building was decorated with a classic New England blue and white themed common room, the dining area was a green dream and provides a keurig as well as port wine and cookies. The guest mini fridge is also located here. Yep folks this is a B&B not a chain, so no in room conveniences. Back to the room, it has a whirl pool tub in the bathroom and they provide two scented spa soaps for it (the sign asks we not use oil products as they clog the filter) the standard little soaps and a shampoo /​conditioner. The room is a short L with the front part containing a day bed, chair, desk and the TV (xfinity). A cabinet built in with extra blanket etc. The back portion has a 4 poster queen bed and a gel fire place, as well as the main closet. (yes you read that correctly, no tv from bed) the free wifi was a little weak toward the inner part of the room, but reliable. I had a laptop set up running mgo movie with no trouble.
I had clear 2 – 5 bars in every part of this town and LTE everywhere (sprint/​virgin/​Verizon) tested with three devices. The bed was very comfortable and we both slept better than at home (we own a 6 mos. Old $ 800 bed at home)
The breakfast included on day one was fresh corn muffins filled with raspberry, fruit, a spice cake. Muffin was ok, cake yummy and fruit ripe and good. Big cup of coffee. My sweetheart woke before me and they gave him one of everything on real China and fresh juice all served on a lovely wooden tray to bring over from the main building. The buildings are only about 30 feet apart.
We did have people above us and I heard them a bit much but that’s common many places. The back wall is shared with the restaurant/​ice cream parlor and at times a voice could be heard, overall it was similar to an apartment. I found it acceptable but if you are in need of utter cone of silence you may want ear plugs if someone is above you. I would definitely come back and recommend it highly. For food in the area see my other reviews. I will post for the restaurant soon as I have dinner. I have posted for three other places near by already. I have tried the ice cream and the fudge was home made not from a bottle

My husband and I decided to start a tradition of always traveling somewhere for our wedding anniversary. We got a Groupon here and decided to drive up to CT from NY to celebrate our first anniversary. We stayed Friday and Saturday nights.
We left on a Friday after work and headed up to Old Saybrook. We realized right away when traffic was terrible that we weren’t going to make it before the check in time ended. We called and the folks at the B&B made arrangements so that we would be able to get ahold of the keys when we arrived.
Our room was very cute. We had a canopy bed, working fireplace, and a jacuzzi. We arrived to find that our families had sent wine and chocolate to our room. How lovely!
The bed was comfy and the room was clean. The group breakfast was delightful. Make sure to arrive on time as everyone eats together. We had a lively group that made for good conversation.
There was no lack of things to do in the area. My husband and I had a wonderful time exploring the local sights and restaurants. It was the perfect weekend getaway from the city. I would definitely stay here again, but another part of our newly established anniversary tradition is traveling somewhere new — so it will have to be for another occasion.

My husband and I celebrated our 5 year wedding anniversary at the Deacon over the weekend. My mother had stayed here many times, and raved about how wonderful it was. So much so that she booked the room for us as an anniversary gift. I had never heard of this inn before, and didn’t know what to expect. When we arrived around 5:30 on Friday, the innkeeper was absent, but our keys were waiting for us in an envelope on the door. We stayed in the Gambrel room, which the pictures on their website do not do justice. Our room was above the kitchen up a historic, narrow, slanted (very steep so be careful) stairway. The room seemed a little small, but was light and airy with a queen bed with a wonderful handcrafted headboard that my husband kept going on about. The jacuzzi/​shower was facing the bed, not in its own room. This seemed odd at first, but actually made the room quite cozy and gave it charm. There was a sitting area by the window, with two chairs and a bench overlooking the backyard. On the same side of the room, there was a modern propane, potbelly stove. The weather was too warm for us to use it, but I am sure it is wonderful in the colder weather. On the other side of the room, there was a small bathroom with a sink and toilet. The layout of the room was designed to create the impression of a larger room in a small space. The room was very clean, and the linens were freshly laundered, something I always take note of when I stay somewhere. We had a tiny tv, but we didn’t really watch much anyway. After a pleasant rest, I woke to the smell of coffee and something wonderful cooking. It was a great way to wake up. They have coffee from a Keurig that you can partake in at all times, but they also brew fresh coffee in the morning, which I loved. We went downstairs and were greeted by the Innkeeper and owner, and sat down at the dining room table. We met many interesting guests and were served the most delicious fruits, homemade muffins and jam. The crowning moment though, was the pumpkin pancakes with toasted pecans and bananas, with a side of sausage. They were delicious and completely homemade. The inn was wonderful, and my husband I hope to definitely stay there again; I hope to do it in the winter, so that we can hunker down in a cozy room by the fire. The hospitality of the staff and the homemade breakfast made it worth it. The inn is only about 5 – 10 minutes from Saybrook Point Inn and Dock and Dine, and a five minute walk to many other restaurants in the center of town. A definite must if you want an affordable, wonderful stay in the center of Old Saybrook.

We don’t do B&B’s all that often, but when a Groupon coupon showed up for this one, it sounded like it would be quite nice. It is a very charming house dating from 1746, and has many original and well-​restored details that give you a real flavor of a true New England colonial home. From the tiny front staircase to the wide board floors and working fireplaces in the rooms, this is an authentic experience, so be prepared to look at this as staying in a piece of history with its own quirks. Yet it has modern amenities that make your stay pleasant. We stayed in the Suite, which was quite spacious, including a nice four-​poster bed and sitting chairs with stenciling along the border of the walls. The bathroom was fully modern, including a Jacuzzi tub/​shower, and there was an adjoining room with a day bed/child’s bed with a television and stereo. We were looking for a romantic place, and the details throughout, including the complementary wine and chocolates, certainly filled the bill.
In the morning we ambled down for a generous breakfast next to a crackling fire (we visited in March on a cool weekend), with many fresh fruits, excellent baked goods and a soufflé with sausages as the main dish. The help is very nice and made us feel very comfortable. There is wireless Internet for those wanting/​needing it, and there are ample outlets available for so-​inclined road warriors. The location is very convenient, on the south edge of the downtown district, so there are many shops and eateries within easy walking distance but it’s not a very noisy part of the street. The bells of the Deacon’s church stroke the hours during the day across the street, which also lends the location some charm. This is a definite must-​return spot for us now, and I hope that you have a chance to experience it.

The Owner and Innkeeper are very skilled at making your stay comfortable without high prices. Very large rooms, nicely appointed with some really neat history. If you enjoy old homes, this is the place for you. We were fortunate to stay here after the Hurricane this summer when most of the hotels were without electricity. We arrived to the smell of freshly baked muffins and a warm smile from Innkeeper Pat. Free internet and coffee available all day. Highly recommend.

Really 4 and a half. Dating from 1746, we chose the treetop suite way up on the third floor for the window that spanned the entire room, and the colorful, gossamer-​draped four poster that was set at an angle in front of the gas stove. Rain pelted the room all weekend, so the stove was really appreciated.
A lopsided, narrow staircase leads up to this suite, including a kitchenette with coffee maker, wine glasses, etc., the only room without a jacuzzi. No prob, it was very charming. Shower was tiny tho. I peeked into the closets and one was an unfinished room that clearly exposed the wooden pegs instead of nails that keeps this old place together.
More than ample breakfasts of banana fosters french toast, fritters, fruit, etc. There was supposed to be a bottle of wine from a local vineyard, but they substituted something from Argentina.

Let me tell you a story. There once was a girl named Jess who enjoyed her urban lifestyle and Marriott Rewards points. Her 60-​something year old coworker, lets call her Lorraine, required that instead of letting Jess be happy, they must stay at an inn. Enter Deacon Timothy Pratt House.
As far as inns go, keep in mind that this was my first experience, I think this one was great. Many of the rooms have jacuzzis. They give a discount for staying during the week. If you have to leave before breakfast will be served they make up a tray for you with fresh fruit salad and muffins.
I believe rooms cost about $ 130-​$ 160. That is cheaper than the Marriott but I really require the indoor pool and fitness center. So I wasn’t that happy but I dealt with it.
Also, this inn has a historic ice cream parlor with soda fountains attached to it. The ice cream parlor also has a little shop that sells stamps (the kind that require ink and make imprints, not the kind you use to mail letters). I bought a stamp here, just for the fun of it.
Wow, this review was all over the place. In conclusion, this inn has jacuzzis, homemade cookies, great breakfast, and an ice cream parlor. Old Saybrook is a really nice town with about 2,000 highly regarded restaurants. Check out the Penny Lane Pub for lunch and the Westbrook Lobster House for dinner.
I’m done.