SIMSBURY 1820 HOUSE

Commentary by Celia Ipiotis

This spring when my husband and I were guests at the Simsbury 1820 House,  the leaves had turned a brilliant green framing the inn in a wreath of spriong color.

Situated off the main road, in a town New England town flanked by the Talcott Mountain, the Simsbury House exudes a historic and small town flavor. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the  inn is brimming with historical flourishes. An inviting, wide veranda introduces the colonial country inn to its guests.

Inside, the attractive interior opens into a parlour graced with a wide fireplace facing comfortable antique style couches and chairs. This serves as the complimentary coffee and breakfast area. Morning repast can be carried back to one of the 32 individually designed and decorated  guest rooms and suites, out to the veranda or in the parlour. Come evening, locals and guests are drawn to the Soma Grill replete with a large, friendly bar and local musicians.

Room selections vary from queen size to king size beds and are all well appointed with individualized antique chairs, desks, and sofas. A feeling of luxury surrounds the caring simplicity of each room, comfy mattress and quiet. Oh, don’t look for a TV in your room. Of course, these days all you need is a computer or your phone and a streaming account for mounds of entertainment and het, for or us, it was a welcomed escape from the din of electronics.

Another plus, compared to larger hotels or motels, the staff is very attentive and amiable, responding swiftly to any questions or concerns. According to the staff, the Inn is active year-long which is totally understandable considering the many well marked bike paths and walking trails, farm stands and town architecture.

When next you plan a trip to the Simsbury, CT area, be sure to treat yourself to a few nights of old-fashioned charm at the Simsbury 1820 House.

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EYE ON THE ARTS, NY — Celia Ipiotis