Silas W. Robbins House

This B and B was amazing. It felt like staying at Emily Gilmore’s house mixed with Downton Abbey or the Gilded Age (what looks like wallpaper is all hand painted!!!). Dmitriy and Olga have thought of everything! And the three course breakfast every morning was to die for. Did I mention it was also in a Hallmark Movie? Not only is the house a perfect place for a Hallmark Movie, but the town of Old Wethersfield is also a perfect setting for it as well. Seriously look no further than this B and B to stay if you are anywhere near it. It’s in a quiet neighborhood, not too far from anywhere within CT. If I ever find myself in CT again I will for sure be back. Thank you for the amazing hospitality!

This place is truly a five star experience. The breakfast was fantastic. The bed is the most comfortable I've ever slept in. It's nice and quiet. Olga has been amazing. It's pretty close to nearby shops and restaurants This was absolutely worth it.

I was a little worried about booking here because it seemed a bit pricy. However, it is an amazing place to stay and worth every penny!|The beds are so comfortable, rooms are immaculate and well-supplied. |Breakfast - all I can say is - come to the table hungry! Breakfast is a 3-course meal. You start with a large fresh fruit cup, then the eggs (we had an omelette one day, scrambled the second) with bacon, then pancakes or waffles! Bottomless cups of coffee, tea, juice. Everything was delicious!|Olga is a wonderful host, who took the time to tell us the history of the house and didn't make it sound like it was the hundredth time she'd said it. She is so passionate about this historical home, and it shows, in the care they take of the house and the grounds. On our first night, we were the only guests, so Olga encouraged us to explore the whole house, including all the other guest rooms.|The staff are extremely friendly and helpful as well.|Evening meals are an easy walk (I use a cane) to several choices.

Beware, my experience at this B and B has spoiled me for every other place be it hotel or B and B we have stayed this year! Our visits were in October as well as for two days in December (rather than stay in Newport to see the mansions at Christmas). One might wonder why I waited to long to write a review and it is simple, I am selfish. I wanted to be sure I got my dates this year before I let others know how stylish, spotless and welcoming The Silas Robbins is. ||Olga and Dimitri are wonderful and attentive without being intrusive. We have stayed at other B and Bs where the hosts were literally breathing down our necks. Breakfast is a work of art prepared by Olga. It provides a small glimpse of what it must have been like to live as the Astors and Vanderbilts did if only for a a short time.||As far as cleanliness goes, this place is immaculate! I tried and tried to find a speck of dust or a finger print anywhere and it was impossible ( which makes my heart sing).||Now that I have secured my two visits in October and one in December I am willing to share this treasure. It is perfection in Historic Weathersfield!

Best of the Best. Having stayed at many B&B's throughout the years, I can easily say that the Silas Robbins House is at the top. Olga and Dmitriy were exceptionally pleasant and accommodating.They went above and beyond to make our stay memorable. The house itself is spectacular. The renovation/rebuild from the early 2000's was an incredible accomplishment. The 3, yes 3, course breakfast was out of this world. The fruit cup was a work of art as well as delicious. Then came the eggs and pancakes/waffles. I would highly recommend this Inn to anyone who wants a perfect stay away from home.

The cleanest, most well appointed, luxurious and lovely stay. We thoroughly enjoyed the property, the room and the hosts. Breakfast was tasty. The many sitting and communal rooms were unique and thoughtfully designed. The town is interesting and worth a visit. Thank you!

Truly a serene haven in CT. Just an incredible B&B stay from start to finish. Dmitriy is the most wonderful host. He called earlier in the day to confirm when we were arriving so he’d be ready and greeted us outside in the rain and helped with our luggage. He gave us a tour of the beautiful house and we loved our rooms. We had the Jane Robbins room which had a beautiful bathtub and the Silas Robbins room which had a desk overlooking the grounds. Every morning he prepared a beautiful breakfast that was a variety of fruit, eggs, and pancakes/waffles over the days we were there. There is a reading room, music room, lots of common areas to read and relax. They offer books, cookies, coffee and soft drinks throughout your stay. They make wonderful recommendations for meals. It was truly a perfect place to stay-calming, welcoming and beautiful. Highly recommend and look forward to returning.

We spent four delightful days and nights at the Silas W. Robbins House. Everything about our stay was wonderful. The hosts are lovely, gracious people who could not have been more friendly and welcoming. We started each day with a delicious full breakfast: fruit, eggs, bacon, toast, and pancakes or waffles, with coffee or tea and juice. Our room was cozy and comfortable and, as several reviewers have mentioned, they were absolutely spotless.||We were the only guests for three nights of our stay, and Dmitriy invited us to treat the house as if it were our own. We loved exploring the different areas of the house, finding cozy spots to read and talk. The grounds were just as much fun to explore, and so was the neighborhood; the house is located on Wethersfield's historic green, and we enjoyed walking there. ||I've never found it so easy to write a five-star review. In fact, it's difficult to avoid hyping this lovely B&B too much. We're already looking forward to another visit.

Immaculate setting...with service to boot! Wow. As beautiful as the photos are...they simply don't do this place justice. The Silas Robbins house is an excellent place for a getaway, a surprise gift for a romantic partner...or how I used it: as a meeting place to WOW a client. I reserved one of their library rooms for a private multi-hour meeting...and he too was blown away by the setting. When I walked into the Silas Robbins house for the first time, I was overtaken by the immaculate design, the richness of its history and the countless little details (furnishings, art, service touches). I knew immediately I was somewhere special. Olga and the service team can't do enough for you. They are attentive, friendly and make a mean breakfast! ;-)

Short version - beautiful house, excellent hosts, great breakfast. We loved it and will be back. You should definitely stay here. Long version - as you pull up, you're blown away by how beautiful it is. This house is also in a great location that allows you to walk to the little shops in Old Wethersfield. We were met my Olga, one of the owners, and she was lovely. She gave us a full tour (and we even got to peek in the other rooms that didn't have guests). There's even a space to work out in the basement, along with an ice maker and a fridge with soda for the guests. The whole house is stunning, restored to how it would have looked back in the day. Each room is beautiful and they all have updated and modern showers. I thought it was a nice touch that there were two luggage holders in our room, so we could both unpack without having to put a suitcase on the bed. We had bottled water in the room, along with an ice bucket and a wine bottle opener. It's worth noting that the curtains in our room weren't light blocking, so if you're sensitive to light keep that in mind. Each evening they put out some snacks but we were really looking forward to breakfast. Dmitriy handled breakfast and it was wonderful. He was so attentive and topped off everyone's water and coffee. I had made a cup of tea and he materialised with a fresh pot for me. That was so nice! Breakfast starts off with a wonderful glass full of cut fruit. Then he brought out the next course of eggs, bacon and toast. And finally these little pancakes with home made whipped cream and syrup. They were light and fluffy and the best pancakes I've ever had. Do yourself a favor and stay here. You won't regret it.

Had an absolutely wonderful evening and night here! Wish we could have stayed a few more days in this quaint little town and exquisite house. The hosts are so hospitable and welcoming! Definitely recommend staying here. Watch the Hallmark movie "Christmas on Honeysuckle Lane " while you are there.

This is an absolutely beautiful property. The detail in each and every room is flawless, and as great as the photos look, the building and grounds look even better in person. In addition, the service was outstanding. Olga is a wonderful host who looks after even detail and prepares amazing breakfasts. We stayed for two nights and wish we could have stay longer. We will definitely be back.

My wife and I just visited the Silas W Robbins house in Old Whethersfield. It's a completely restored 1855 Victorian and is now a delightful B&B that to is a sight to behold. The owners (John and Shireen) have done a remarkable job over the past 8 years in restoration, and the whole house is a history lesson on Victorian style, craftsmanship and lifestyle. For those who love details in woodworking, garden spaces, and the sheer mastery of the 1800's artisans this house is a must see. And on top of that the owners are gracious hosts and the 5 guest rooms (all with private baths) are designed and decorated for comfort and a relaxing stay.

Incredible! From the moment we walked up, being greeted at the door, to the moment we left there was nothing less than perfection. Dimitry goes above and beyond for guests. Always making sure things all needs are taken care of. He walked us through the history of the house upon arrival, took care of menus and recommended dinner locations. Breakfast was chef prepared, 3 courses, excellent flavors, perfect service (Dimitry, of course) and incredible attention to detail. Checking out was extremely convenient. Definitely returning.

Wonderful and warm. These are the words to describe This B&B. The bedding, towels, and overall decor are good quality. Breakfast is also delicious. The host...most gracious and friendly

This is a great bed and breakfast. The house is beautiful, the restoration was amazing, with lovely period pieces. The bed was extremely comfortable. The grounds are very pretty. The breakfast was never ending, fruit, omelettes, bacon, waffles, jams and french toast and ALL delicious.

We were shocked at how beautiful this house is. Dmitri is an amazing host and we couldn't get over the delicious breakfast he made and served for us! Every detail on this house is perfect. This is by far the best B&B I've ever stayed in. Definitely worth every penny spent. And you should take a walk around the neighborhood and see the homes, many of which were built in the 1700's. A lot of history in this house and the neighborhood. Highly recommended!

This was a wonderful B&B to stay at. The work and craftsmanship was one of if not the best we have seen, inside and out. The woodwork, mounding, plaster, finish work, painting, decor was 1st class. The Inn keepers were very hospitable, friendly, accommodating and served a wonderful fulfilling breakfast. The breakfast setup was done in class, crystal glassware, fine dinning table cloth. We were given a tour of the house and a brief history. The grounds were well done. It was Christmas time so the home was decorated for the season, 5 uniquely decorated trees. Rooms were all decorated with time period pieces. If you like homes built in the 1800s you must stay here.

Outstanding B&B in a large handsome Second Empire mansion on a huge landscaped lot in a very charming small town, Wethersfield, a suburb of Hartford. Ornate restored interior, grand public rooms and staircases, with large bedrooms and well done baths. Owners, Olga & Dimitry, could not be better hosts, doing wonderful breakfasts. No one ever loses weight here. We have stayed in many B&B's over the years, and this is among the best.

This in is a real gem! Both inside and out the property has been lovingly restored to extraordinary level. We've stayed at many Inns throughout the years, but this has to be one of the very best we'd had the pleasure to stay in. Each room was restored to its original grandeur, with detailed moldings, windows, fireplaces and furnishings. We stayed in the Silas Robbins Room which had beautiful floor to ceiling windows and a comfortable antique bed and beautiful bathroom. The breakfast was also incredible. The Inn keeps very nice. The gardens have beautiful manicured landscaping. We can't wait to go again.

The 3.5 stars are for the beautiful place that it is. (I can't choose 3.5 stars here). Breathtaking inside and out with the selection of antiques and seasonal decorations, classic Autumn scene outside (leaves falling, squirrels on the porch), candle in the window, garden, comfortable bed, immaculately clean. Convenient location off highway and near historical walk and sites. Breakfast was the best I'd ever had, before the delicious meal you are served an eloquent dish of fruit, the best coffee. The girl serving us breakfast in the morning was very sweet and her service was excellent. Staying here was like staying in a museum and if you like old places and things, this is the place for you. I'm leaving out 1.5 stars because of the lack of friendliness from the hosts. Although it was nice that we were able to choose a room, shown how to work the shade, and they were not rude - we found the hosts unfriendly. I immediately got a "snooty" vibe yet was asked "any food allergies?" When we replied yes about a dairy allergy, we were told ok. However the next morning that was forgotten. All dairy was served. I was not greeted hello in the morning by neither host, in fact, I actually had to say hello to him first, he wouldn't even look at me. As we were ready to check out, we got "do you have your credit card?" right away. Never once "how was your night/stay". Never did they come to breakfast to ask how we were/our stay was, only the hired help was there. Also after we were given the room and the key for the night, we were never told how or where to contact the hosts incase they were needed. They never said goodbye after we checked in and just left. They never said "if you need anything..." I feel that I have the right to criticize in this way because of how we felt (ignored) - and because I have traveled all over the world and all over the USA and have stayed at countless B&Bs and never encountered this type of chilly reception and vibe. I give the hosts credit for the restoration of the house, which is remarkable, and I wanted to tell them that. I'm someone who has lived and backpacked in Europe, UK, Ireland, New England for over two years and I know how I'm usually treated. Also, whenever i've stayed at a B&B they ask what foods I like. Although they asked us if pancakes were ok, they didn't tell us they were just going to put cranberries in the pancakes without asking, and just automatically served us sausage and bacon on the plate without asking. I gave my husband the food I didn't want to eat and he gave me his food he didn't want to eat (we traded) so that the food wasn't wasted. I thought this was odd, usually I'm asked what I want at B&Bs so that nothing is wasted. I had to ask for margarine not butter as they forgot about the dairy allergy. But I loved the house, it was quiet and peaceful, we certainly had our space, and I don't regret my stay.

My husband and I just spent our anniversary at the Silas W. Ribbins House in the Silas W. Ribbins. I was absolutely prefect. The history of the house is very interesting and painstaking renovation taken on by the Innkeepers, John & Shireen Aforismo, is just remarkable. Not a single detail was overlooked! The house is warm and inviting the breakfast was delicious. The one thing that really blew my mind was the cleanliness. I have traveled extensively throughout the USA and abroad and I have never stayed anywhere this spotless. We can't wait to go back!

If I could give them 10 stars I would. My husband and I stayed here during our wedding weekend- we got married at the Webb Barn just around the corner. The house is gorgeous. The renovation the new owners did is absolutely incredible. John and Shireen are absolutely amazing hosts, they are there if you need them but not on top of you like some other B&B owners can be! They were so welcoming and they made us the best breakfasts while we were there! My husband and I looked forward to getting up just to eat. Like another reviewer mentioned the house is so clean and just every detail is perfect. Since it rained on the wedding day we had our family meet us at the B&B to take pictures on the 3rd floor, what used to be a banquet hall. We cannot recommend this B&B enough, we will most likely be returning every year for our anniversary. The town it sits in is so charming and adorable, really just an amazing time we had! We stayed in the Jane Robbins Room and it was gorgeous with the blue paints and the amazing tub in the bathroom. I literally picked the room for the tub. We stayed 2 days and I took a bath BOTH days! We cannot wait to go back!