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Haunted Inns in New England, PartIITRAVEL SEPTEMBER 13, 2009 BY: MARTI MAYNE Subscribe
As I mentioned in my initial story about the haunted inns of New England, I’ve been researchingghost stories at America’s bed and breakfasts for some time now, and I fancy myself as one of themany experts on haunted inns. Here is Part II of my series on tales from the crypts of New Englandinns. You’ll learn about a few more places where things go bump in the night… and sometimes inthe light of day, too! Funny, each time I write a new part of this series, type suddenly becomes boldand text appears where it was not intended. Are the spirits playing a little trick on me? Perhapsthey’d rather keep these stories “inn-house!”
This story focuses on great places to sleep with ghosts in Massachusetts.
Deerfield Inn, Deerfield, MA: With so much Colonialhistory preserved in Historic Deerfield’s living museum,it’s no surprise that a number of colorful spirits are still inresidence. In fact, many of these spirits have beenimmortalized in the 101 different martinis served here, allnamed after colorful Deerfield characters and stories.Flashing lights, knocks on doors when no one is there,moving books, and tables moved into the middle of theroom are regular occurrences here. From time to time, theinnkeepers report a gentle shove in the back, indicating itis time to go to bed. For ghost-seekers, much of this other-world (think this should be hyphenated) activity occurs inrooms 48, 43 and 41. Many believe the ghost is theoriginal owner of the house, Cora Carlisle, still hangingaround to offer a little extra-worldly hospitality as the inncelebrates its 125th anniversary. Additionally, outside theinn many guests and inn employees have spotted a man with a long white beard, believed to be theHonorable George Shelton, who created the oldest museum in the country from collectibles hefound in people’s attics.
Thaddeus Clapp House Pittsfield, MA: Playwright Peter Bergman encountered the spirit thatresides here when he was rehearsing a play in the B&B's drawing room, where the original ownersheld "parlor plays" in the 1800s. This friendly spirit is believed to be a former member of the Clappfamily, still welcoming guests to his beloved home.
The Salem Inn, Salem, MA: While spirits flythroughout this town, made famous by itsColonial witch trials and spellbinding attractions,stay in room 17 and you may just meet a femaleghost, known as the “former scorned lover.”Guests have experienced everything fromimages of the woman in the room to thesensation of her sitting on them, unable to get upout of bed. Don’t miss Salem’s hauntedHalloween Happenings, complete withbewitching parties and celebrations too. This is
one place you’re sure to see friendly ghosts and spirits, whether in costume or for real.
Lizzie Borden B&B and Museum, Fall River,MA: On August 4, 1892, a wealthybusinessman and his wife were found brutallymurdered in their Victorian home in Fall River.Their youngest daughter Lizzie was accused ofthe crime but later acquitted. Did she do it? Noone knows. Today, inn-goers are invited to takea “whack” at the Lizzie Borden B&B, home toparanormal retreats and a six-room B&B. Itcomes complete with a sinister resident black cat named Max. Don’t miss the gift shop where youcan purchase your very own Lizzie Borden Bobblehead and hatchet key chains and earrings.Paranormals at the Ghost Hunter’s University here have noted several ghostly images and orbs,and recorded EVPs (Electronic Voice Phenomena) of Lizzie’s ghost.
Colonial House Inn and Restaurant , Yarmouth Port, MA: 'There are many stories abouthaunted happenings at this inn. One guest recounted how he felt someone tapping him on theshoulder, and when he looked up he saw the transparent figure of a woman wearing a bonnet. Ayear or two after that, the same person staying in a different room felt pressure on his back, drawinghis attention to a shadowy figure very low to the ground, which then vanished from the room.
For more information:
Deerfield Inn and Historic Deerfield, 81 Main Street, Deerfield, MA, 800-926-3865
Thaddeus Clapp House, 74 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 888-499-6840?
Salem Inn, 7 Summer Street, Salem, MA, (978) 741-0680, 1-800-446-2995 (Outside MA)
Lizzie Borden B&B, 92 Second Street, Fall River, MA, (508) 675-7333?
Colonial House Inn and Restaurant, Route 6A, Yarmouth Port, MA, 1.800-999-3416
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If you enjoyed this story, you might enjoy this one too:
Haunted Inns of New England, Part I
Marti Mayne, Boston Bed & Breakfast ExaminerMarti Mayne is dedicated to helping travelers discover the beauty and bonuses ofB&Bs. Marti contributes to a number of magazines, travel blogs and websites andserves as the B&B Editor for WanderingEducators.com, Marti visits hundreds B&Bsto gather insight and share reviews, tips and advice...
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I have stayed at the Thaddeus Clapp House, a lovely inn, and believe me, things do go bump in the night there!
I've stayed in haunted B&B's but ask for the room that I don't have to share with a spirit.Good article
wow, the lizzie borden room? i don't think i could handle it! 2 great articles.nance, li intl travel ex
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