This decidedly upscale inn is a relatively new addition to the lodging scene in Lewes, a small, historic town that serves as both a gateway to the Atlantic beaches and a peaceful retreat for travelers along the Atlantic seaboard. This inn is special because of its waterfront location and unusual accommodation
choices. Aside from 19 conventional rooms in the main building, travelers here can also opt for the Legend of Lewes, a houseboat with modern galley, two bedrooms, and two baths that floats peacefully at dockside (this arrangement is not recommended for families with children under 14). The inn is conveniently situated in a meandering complex of shops and a restaurant. Design purists may protest the stylistic me-lange; the exterior of the inn looks like a developer’s reproduction of a Nan-tucket village, yet the decor in the lobby resembles the interior of a typical Malibu hideaway.
In the three-story main building, the rooms are large and furnished with Federal reproductions. The honeymoon suite (Room 305) has Palladian windows and a private balcony. It is not terribly spa-cious, but it’s cozy, enjoys the best view in the inn, and has a queen-size bed. King-size-bed advocates have their pick of three rooms on the top floor.
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