Bee and Thistle Inn

Old Lyme, Connecticut

Bee and Thistle Inn is a bed & breakfast located in Old Lyme.

In the 1930's, Henrietta Greenleaf Lindsay, a widow with a large house to maintain, followed the advice of her actress friend, Elsie Ferguson, and opened the Bee and Thistle Inn to the public. It has remained an inn since that time offering charming accomodations, award-winning dining and gracious service.

The town of Old Lyme, once a shipping colony, became well known in the late nineteenth century as an arts community. The town has remained committed to supporting the arts and preserving its quiet charm. Following this tradition, the Bee and Thistle Inn features artwork from local galleries as well as individual pieces from area artists.

Local dining options close to Bee and Thistle Inn include Café Flo, Dock 11 Cafe, Morning Glory Cafe, and Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe.

Bee and Thistle Inn

100 Lyme Street
Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371 USA

Tel: (860) 434-1667

Fax: (860) 434-3402

Tollfree: (800) 622-4946

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...A return to early American, gracious living. Noted for its fine dining and charming guest rooms, the Bee and Thistle Inn, built in 1756 is nestled on five and one half acres along the Lieutenant River in the historic district of Old Lyme, Connecticut. Its large circular drive, sunken perennial garden, herb garden and wide expanse of lawn spreading down to the river give a wonderful sense of space and graciousness.

Amenities

Air conditioning. Complimentary continental breakfast. DVDs/videos - children. Free parking. Hair dryer. High speed wireless. Housekeeping - daily. Photocopy center. Wedding services.

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