Two mature English sisters wanted to go to New York in July and do the sights.
However, we were worried that staying in the city could be hot and noisey so we chose
Summit, New Jersey because it had a good rail link into Penn Station, it was a cab
ride from Newark Airport, and it had a good selection of places to eat.

The DeBary Inn was a 4/5 minute walk to the station and the express train only took
30 minutes into central Manhattan. The hotel had character and charm - and the Manager, Sean, had the same. We were made extremely welcome and nothing was
too much trouble for this very professional guy.

After a hard day in the city, to escape to this oasis of peace and sit out on the verandah
or in the garden, was heaven. Lovely rooms followed by a peaceful night's sleep
and a good breakfast recharged us for the next attack on Manhattan.

Arrving after dark, we were greeted by Sean and Ringo at the front door. They were both very friendly. Felt like I was coming over to a friend's house instead of checking into a hotel. Sean offered us a beer or glass of wine and to join him on the front porch if we liked. Having driven all day, we opted to sleep instead. We were given our key and headed upstairs with the express instructions to let Sean know if we needed anything at all. The room we stayed in was a Queen. Smaller than I was expecting and we felt a bit hemmed in. Very clean and nicely decorated - though a bit modern European for my taste since it IS a Victorian B&B. The sink is in the room, toilet and shower in the bathroom. Looked like there was an ajoining door that could have opened into another room making it more of a suite. In the room there are shelves to hold towels and toiletries. Only thing I did go downstairs for was a glass so my husband could take some medication. The room had it own heating/cooling unit and we were very comfortable temp-wise. The bed was comfortable - again a smaller queen than we're used to, but nice mattress and we drifted off fairly effortlessly. The Inn is situated in an older neighborhood - quiet and perfect for weary travelers. The next morning we walked around a bit before checking out. The house is a big Victorian beauty in the middle of a neighborhood full of them. If I'd had the time I would have loved to walk up and down those streets just gawking at the houses. I would recommend this B&B to folks that want to take a moment to slow down and relax. Sit on the porch and have a beer with Sean. I know I will next time I'm there.

My husband and I stayed at the DeBary Inn when we came up from Maryland for a job interview I had at Seton Hall University. I have never stayed in an inn or B and B before and it completely exceeded my expectations! Beautiful, clean, comfortable, we felt right at home. Sean, the owner was gracious, friendly and accomodating to our extra requests. We also loved Ringo, the inn-dog, who was a wonderful greeter! I also loved the toiletries and the bathrobe in the room, little luxuries go far! Highly recommended to anyone, business or leisure!

Our family spent two weeks at the DeBary Inn this May .Our stay here was so great! The hospitality was wonderful. Innkeeper Sean could not have been more friendly or helpful. The house is so warm and cozy and the front porch is a great place to relax. The rooms were charming, immaculate and well appointed. We had the most wonderful time... coffee and granola on the porch, walking into downtown Summit for dinner ( 2 block walk). Felt like home! I would highly recommend the DeBary Inn for business and pleasure.