Explore coastal Connecticut while relaxing at the Tidewater Inn, Tidewater Inn Bed & Breakfasta comfortable, elegant bed and breakfast on the Connecticut shoreline.
A Madison, Connecticut Bed and Breakfast
A Madison, Connecticut Bed and Breakfast
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  Life’s a Beach,  
Sail Away,

Connecticut Eccentricities

and

Girlfriends Getaways
Escape Packages

 

Introduction  

Open Year Round...
Tired of staying at hotels and motels?
Are you looking for lodging accommodations
where you will be pampered and greeted by name?

Explore coastal Connecticut
while relaxing at the Tidewater Inn B&B.

Located in the shoreline village
of Madison, CT, the Inn offers a cozy
and elegant atmosphere of antiques
and estate furniture.

The Inn overlooks the Boston Post Road in a wooded residential area. The large shaded back yard slopes down to meet Fence Creek. The English garden (pictured below) on the side of the house is a favorite spot for relaxing in nice weather. The tidal wetlands of Long Island Sound are visible across the road in the front.

English Garden
The Tidewater Inn is...
  • 2 hours from Manhattan

  • 2 1/2 hours from Boston

  • 1 hour from Hartford

  • 20 minutes from New Haven

  • 20 minutes from Yale University

The Inn is within walking distance of the village of Madison and within one mile of several Long Island Sound beaches. The area offers many opportunities for shopping, touring, theater, outdoor and seaside adventures and dining. Area towns are known for their specialty shops, colonial historic districts, craft and fine art galleries, antique shops, lighthouses and museums. The many area restaurants offer dining choices ranging from shoreline casual to special occasion elegance, with cuisines of many cultures, sure to satisfy every taste.

There are so many attractions and activities in and nearby Madison that you will run out of time long before you run out of things to do, no matter what the season. The Inn's collection of menus and brochures provides a good starting place as guests decide how to spend the day. Of course, the Innkeeper, who has lived in Connecticut all of her life, is happy to offer directions, advice, and information about any special events being held in the area.  Visit her Blog.  

Mid-Week Rate for the Business Traveler
Traveling for business and alone mid-week? We have a great rate!....(more)

Mid-Week Extended Stay Specials
If you can plan you getaway for midweek, we’ve got something special for you .....(more)

Girlfriends Getaways

So many of our Escape Packages are perfect for Girlfriend’s or Mother-Daughter‘s Getaways. .....(more)

 

Life’s a Beach Escape

Bring your bathing suit and flip flops. We’ll provide you with a canvas beach tote filled.....(more)

 

Sail Away Escape

Sail into the sunset, or sail the afternoon away, with Captain Joy Sherman .....(more)

 

Connecticut Eccentricities

Quirky.  Eccentric. Interesting. Certainly.  That’s what you’ll say when you experience the Thimble Islands, Stony Creek, the Chester to East Haddam CT River Ferry Crossing and Gillette Castle .....(more)

 

Lighthouse Enthusiast’s Escape
Bring your camera, lots of film or an extra memory card, and your sense of adventure....(more)

 

Lobster Lover’s Escape
We’ll direct you to the most unusual, most fun, and, in our opinion, best places to enjoy fresh New England Lobster .....(more)

 

Babymoon Escape

Expectant Parents – Come for an escape of two or more nights lodging that includes lots of rest and relaxation so you can be ready for that special new arrival.....(more)

 

Celebration Escapes for Birthdays and Anniversaries
Call and book your tow-night celebration and tell us it’s your special day … and we’ll help to make it special ....(more)

 

“He/She Thought of Everything!”  Couple’s Escape

Wouldn’t it be so very lovely to spend some quiet time together, away from your daily cares?....(more)

 

Pampered Pleasures Escape
 Enjoy 2 midweek nights in our Cottage Suite with the two-person Jacuzzi....(more)

 

Antiques and Treasures Escape

Seek and Find just what you’ve been looking for, or something you never knew you needed....(more)

 

Shop and Stay Escape

Shop the CT shoreline for bargains and unusual treasures and return to the comfort of the Tidewater Inn....(more)

 

Wine Enthusiast’s Escape
So many great CT vineyards and wines, so little time – Sample the Shoreline’s best ....(more)

 

Coffee Lover’s Escape

Enjoy Daily Afternoon Coffee and Sweets; a Welcome Coffee Lover’s Gift Basket ....(more)

 

Tea Lover’s Escape

Indulge in Daily Afternoon Tea with tea sandwiches, scones and dessert; a Welcome Tea Lover’s Gift Basket....(more)

 

Mad About Madison Two-Night Escape (January-April)
 We’re Mad about Madison, and we’d like to show you why. Come and experience the beautiful, quintessential Connecticut shoreline village....(more)

 

Chocolate to the Rescue Escape  – Weekend of January 23rd-25th, 2009,  only –

The ultimate escape for the true chocolate lover....(more)

 

February is for Sweethearts

Celebrate Valentines Day every day in February with special indulgences....(more) 

 

Eagle Watch Escape – Land Tour (January 24-March 7, 2009)

Pack your binoculars and your sense of adventure....(more)

 

“Enchanted April” Two-Night Escape

April and early to mid Spring is an especially enchanting time of year here....(more)

 

Orchards in Bloom Escape (First Two Weeks of May) – The Quintessential Spring Getaway …

One of the most spectacular periods of the year at nearby orchards and vineyards occurs long before it's fruit picking or foliage season....(more)

Guest Room Extras
Available with any reservation with 48 hours advance notice.....(more)

Concierge Services
Please call ahead for any of the following complimentary services:....(more)

Each of the nine guest rooms is beautifully furnished and provides a private bathroom, cable television, air conditioning, telephone with voice messaging, and both wireless and dial Internet access for your personal computer. The special occasion Madison room has an oriental influence, offering a king size four poster bed and a sitting area that includes a love seat and a large wing-backed chair. The Cottage is a beautiful hideaway complete with sitting room, king bed with a carved teak headboard, glamourous bath with Jacuzzi for two, and private patio. Two of our guest rooms offer romantic working fireplaces. Click for guest room pictures, descriptions and rates!
Guest Rooms

Dining/Sitting RoomThe Inn's beamed sitting room has a large fireplace surrounded by comfortable furniture perfect for relaxing and good conversation. At the other end of this large room, guests enjoy a full breakfast each morning in front of a sunny bay window.

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Tidewater Inn Bed & Breakfast is a member of the following associations:
   New England Inns & Resorts Association
   Professional Association of Innkeepers International

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Tidewater Inn Bed & Breakfast
949 Boston Post Road
Madison, Connecticut   06443
(203) 245-8457
Fax: (203) 318-0265
email: escape@thetidewater.com
Victoria Kolyvas, Innkeeper

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