The 1708 House

I had a great experience here. The management was friendly and accommodating. (I wonder if the older reviews were about a different person.) I felt like I was staying at a friend’s house. The afternoon tea and breakfast were cozy and convenient. The house is beautiful and so clean that I didn’t even use the clorox wipes that I always carry in my suitcase for hotels. My room was definitely big enough, but I enjoyed spending time downstairs with the other guests. Plenty of room and plenty of privacy. I would definitely stay here again.

This past January, I decided to treat myself to a nice, relaxing, getaway weekend, all to myself. My sister had stayed at 1708 House years ago and she highly recommended it, so, off I went. Everything I wanted in a B&B, they delivered. My room was ready when I arrived, immaculately clean, very cozy and nicely decorated. After I unpacked, Linda, who works at the front desk, was very gracious and accomodating, and gave me a tour of the 1708 House. I learned all about it’s history, which was extensive and fascinating. There is that feel of old world charm as I walked through every room. Every afternoon, you can relax in their beautiful furnished dining area for afternoon tea, along with the most delicious baked goodies from the Blue Duck Bakery, also located in Southampton. On every table, there are place settings with the most elegant fine china and linen napkins. You are offered a very nice selection of herbal teas, coffee, wine and the brownies were outrageously delicious!
In the morning, you are welcomed with a wonderful complimentary breakfast which includes fruit, bagels, danish, cereals and they will even prepare your choice of eggs if you wish. I love that 1708 House is located right on Main Street, within walking distance of the many great stores and restaurants Southampton has to offer. It’s perfect for the summertime as the beach is right down the road, and you are given free passes for the day. I will definitely be visitng here again.

I recently spent a night at the 1708 house. I don’t know what more you can ask for in a bed and breakfast. They were extremely accommodating for my last minute late arrival. It is very hard to get a room in the Hamptons in the middle of winter.
At first I thought I was off to a bad start when my credit card would not work, so I tried another and that did not work. Knowing that both cards were both in good standing I did get a little frustrated but never let it show. Lucky for me there was a bank directly across the street And I was able to take out cash with the same card that was «denied» in the 1708 house, I think it was there machine.
After I checked in the innkeeper gave me a small tour of the House and I was extremely impressed by the condition of it. Being a corporate sanitarian, sanitation is the first thing I notice. The inn seemed very clean and cozy. They had a nice game room and a really quanit and cozy wine cellar in the basement and offered free wine and snacks all day. The theme of the house was maritime and it was really cool with all the artifacts in the basement.
I stayed in a small room on the first floor near the kitchen, previous experience led me to believe it may be a noisy room but it wasn’t at all. The room was clean and everything was nice and fresh, the bath accessories were very nice. Bed was extremely soft and comfortable, linens clean and smelled fresh.
Breakfast was nothing fancy but it did what it had to do to get me going through the day. They made me eggs and bacon to order, along with fresh perfectly ripened fruit and pastries. All fresh and very good.
Overall it was a very good experience.

We’ve stayed here several times over New Year’s weekend. The 1708 House has nice big airy rooms and is very well maintained. The breakfast is nothing special but it is available and served in a very pleasant dining room. The innkeepers are accomodating and reasonably friendly.

I arrived and he was rude and cold. Told me coffee would be downstairs at 7:30. Second morning there I went down; it was cold and snowy outside. Nothing. The wife (I guess) came out and said I was the only guest and should go to The Golden Pear and get breakfast and gave me a business card saying they would pay for it? Really? I paid $ 300 plus for a B&B and I can’t even get a fresh cup of coffee? They give B&B’s a bad name … do not even consider it.

Can I give negative stars?
Worst experience ever. We arrived back to The 1708 House after hours and the front door was already locked. We looked around but could not find an open door — I just assumed my room key would work on the front door like most of the other B&Bs I have stayed at. When we called the main number to find out how to get in, the owner yelled at me, claiming she told me to use the door I used during check-​in. I explained to her I used the front door and she repeatedly told me I used the door on the patio in the back. Needless to say, my friend and I left as soon as we woke up — the owner is completely bat s – t crazy, and I will sleep on the
streets before staying here again.
Apparently she has gone crazy on other guests:

Elegant and spacious antique house. I have put up overflow guests here, so can highly recommend it. It’s beautifully restored and decorated, really lovely, and a perfect walking distance to everything in the heart of the village. The owners are gracious and helpful. Lots of wedding parties stay here as do film crews for TV shows working locally.
If you want atmosphere without tackiness and silly frills, this will suit you perfectly.

Nice bed and breakfast within walking distance of may shops and restaurants in Southampton. The owners are very nice also.