Coming from the very young west coast, I was excited to be staying in a home built in 1667. The rooms are huge and beautiful. I'm normally afraid of my own shadow, but this place wasn't scary. Kay, the innkeeper, is quite a character. I believe she is hard of hearing, so if she seems rude on the phone (as one reviewer said) it's because she can't hear you. Also, if you are used to super-clean, this isn't the place for you. It's like staying at the 400 year old house of your eccentric aunt -- it's an experience! You can stay in the Hilton anytime.

I realize this place was built in the late 1600's. However, for being a bed and breakfast it was filthy and had a lot of mildew. I walked into the kitchen, where the owner serves food, and had a heart attack, it was filthy. I called the health department and all they could say was there was clutter. Also, be careful to get your lodging amount in writing. If you don't, we found out how quickly the price can go up.

We called one morning to see if there was room available for us at the Daniel's House. When we found out that no Queen or King beds were available I thanked the woman who answered the phone but said we would not be needing a reservation. After snorting, she sarcastically "thanked" me for , "calling early in the morning (it was 9:00am) and waking the whole house up". I hung up on her before her tirade could continue.

I wouldn't stay at this place if it was the only one available (which is was). I could only imagine how we would be treated as guests if this was how they treated potential guests.

My husband and I just returned from a trip to Salem. What a great time we had. Before anyone leaves for there trip please think about what it is you are going there for. If you are going for the history and to experience how they lived in the 1700's then it is a must to stay at the STEPHEN DANIELS HOUSE!!!! First, the owner Kaye will make your stay has comfortable has possible and has a lot of knowledge of the history of Salem and this wonderful beautiful old house. She will tell you stories and believe me this is all you need to experience the old days of Salem! Has for the other attractions, if you plan on staying at the Daniels House you need not go to the "Witches House" nothing there to see. The Witches Museum is a great place to start it tells you the history of the Salem Witches. The House of the Seven Gables is a must, what a wonderful place! The Old Burying Ground is great the head stones are so old it its hard for you to read. Pickering Wharf is a great place to eat and shop, try Finz for dinner the food was excellent and the service was great! So if your planning a trip to Salem...ITS A MUST TO STAY AT THE "STEPHEN DANIELS HOUSE". Mind you its not a five star hotel but what a great experience to stay in house that was built 1667 and it still has all the original floors walls and ceilings. The antiques are breath taking and are real!! Make sure you look in the draws. Say hi to Kaye for us and enjoy her stories and homemade muffins.
The Ambrosinos, Wantagh, NY