The Colonial Inn is an architecturally pleasing Georgian style house built in the 1850's which the Balestraci/Schmidt family has owned and operated for over 40 yrs. The Inn is conveniently located in East Gloucester, Massachusetts on picturesque Cape Ann.

Located in the heart of the harbor district of Marblehead, MA the Inn offers quick access to the harbor, shops and galleries, historic homes, and a variety of restaurants discussed in our Dining Guide.

Just 35 miles north of Boston, Gloucester Massachusetts lies at the heart of Cape Ann. White, sandy beaches and an authentic, working harbor amid miles of rocky coastline have inspired artists and adventurers for over 400 years. Bass Rocks Ocean Inn has welcomed summer visitors to this unspoiled historic destination for over 100 years.

The Inn at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate invites you to return to an age of innocent pursuits. Step into a timeless place of understated elegance and serenity. Located in the heart of the spectacular Crane Estate, enjoy simple, yet luxurious pleasures, and reconnect with what's really important in life. Snug beds, hearty breakfasts, and a warm and generous staff anticipate your arrival.

A short, scenic drive to Manchester Harbor, Hammond Castle, historic downtown Gloucester, Good Harbor Beach, the Man at the Wheel statue, St. Peter's Square (where Fiesta is held), whale watching & charter boats, restaurants, shops and museums. Rocky Neck Art Colony is just across town, and picturesque Rockport is nine miles away

Around the turn of the century the North Shore was a summer playground for Boston's high society, much as Newport was to New York. Manchester By-The-Sea, in the heart of the North Shore, has been sought out by the most discriminating for many years. They were drawn here by its scenic harbor, sandy beach, the quiet, and the short trip from Boston.