Stan D.
Yelp
This isn't usually what I think of when I think of a bed and breakfast, but I enjoyed my stay. I loved the old building, (it was a stable at one time, but that burned down years ago), and I loved the history in this historic city.
What we liked most about this place was the price and the location. They have the best price in the area, and they are centrally located within walking distance to just about anything you want to see in central Newburyport, including a number of excellent dining options, and lots of history.
Our room was small, it didn't have a closet, and it was a little rough around the edges, but that's what I expect from a bed and breakfast. The bed was comfortable, the water got me clean, and there was no problem at all with outside noise, either from the street or from other guests.
I don't know what happened with other people, but we found the service to be friendly, accommodating, and exceptional. No problems there at all. The Continental Breakfast was what you would expect, except I liked the added luxury of Keurig "individual" gourmet coffees instead of a pot of whatever. I did not, however, care for the apples at the breakfast. They were "mealy" instead of crisp. Also, when you use the coffee maker to get hot water for your instant oatmeal, don't used the hot water button. Instead, just set the brew at 4 oz without a coffee cartridge in it, and it will give plenty of good, hot water to make your oatmeal perfect.
For me, I loved the value of this place, as well as its location, and the impeccable service. For those who did not receive the same, I am sorry. I recommend this place to anyone traveling in the area, and, too, will stay here again next time I am in town.