{"id":26255,"date":"2017-04-11T08:15:17","date_gmt":"2017-04-11T12:15:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/?p=26255"},"modified":"2017-04-27T23:52:39","modified_gmt":"2017-04-28T03:52:39","slug":"marylands-historic-seaports-blend-history-and-luxury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dougbardwell.com\/db\/marylands-historic-seaports-blend-history-and-luxury\/","title":{"rendered":"Maryland\u2019s historic seaports blend history and luxury"},"content":{"rendered":"

Checking out of the Lincoln Inn in Easton<\/a>, we are heading off today to two of Maryland\u2019s historic seaports \u2013 St. Michael\u2019s<\/strong> and Oxford, MD<\/strong>.\u00a0 Head north on 565 for a couple blocks and turn left (west) on Bay Street (Route 33) for about ten miles. We\u2019re heading to The Inn at Perry Cabin (236 Perry Cabin Dr.; St. Michaels, MD 21663 (410) 745 2200). This would be an excellent spot for you to stay while enjoying the surrounding area.<\/p>\n

St. Michael\u2019s, MD<\/b><\/h1>\n

\"Cupola<\/a>Pulling in to the Inn at Perry Cabin, you are immediately impressed with the beautiful architecture of this inn and spa alongside the Miles River. St. Michael\u2019s has been a haven for boaters since its founding in 1677.\u00a0 Many of the famous boats of the Chesapeake were built right here, from the earliest canoe to the classic Baltimore Clipper.<\/p>\n

The Inn at Perry Cabin<\/a><\/b> was originally built in the early 1800\u2019s by a friend and admirer of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry.\u00a0 After the original family moved out, it became a riding academy and in 1980 it was purchased and remodeled by Belmond<\/a>, operators of fabulous trains, river cruises and hotels worldwide.<\/p>\n

\"Guest<\/a><\/p>\n

This exquisite property features an expansive lawn along its marina.\u00a0 Gleaming white Adirondack chairs lining the lawn are an irresistible call to sit and relax, while tall white sailboats come and go from the marina. Or, stroll through the gardens and perhaps relax with a game of crochet.<\/p>\n

\"Marina<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Gazebo<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Adirondack<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Relax<\/a><\/p>\n

A perfect destination for a wedding, white gazebos on the lawn can make for beautiful backdrops to any special occasion.\u00a0 Accommodations are beautifully appointed and are available in a multitude of rooms or suites with garden or waterfront views. \u00a0From here, you can walk across the lawn to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum<\/a><\/b> (213 North Talbot Street, St Michaels, MD 21663; (410) 745-2916.)<\/p>\n

\"Displays<\/a><\/p>\n

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A not-to-be-missed destination, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum has been educating the nation about maritime history since 1965.\u00a0 Nine exhibit buildings, 18 acres, a floating fleet of historic craft, and rotating special exhibits are set alongside the Miles River, where you can also take informational tour boat trips.<\/p>\n