We went out for a long weekend on Presidents' Day weekend. We arrived on Friday and were told our cottage was not ready because it had to be inspected after cleaning. Cool, no problem. When we finally got our room key, imagine our surprise when we walked to our cute cottage and found the path completely covered in snow. You could see the staff had walked through it and even brought our luggage through. We were a tad nervous because if this was the start, what lay ahead? We called the front desk after almost falling twice while trying to get to our cottage. They promptly came, removed, and salted the walk, but an FYI to them: it should never have happened. But then, what happened? They redeemed themselves for the whole long weekend!
We promptly went to the bar for a drink, where we met Jim, the bartender - or as I say, bartender extraordinaire. Best espresso martini I have ever had - and believe me, I have had a few. We watched the Olympics on TV, and it was just a great welcoming atmosphere. Folks were chatting and enjoying themselves. We then proceeded to dinner at Sacred Cod, and it did not disappoint. If you like a roll, and we do, you will never have a Parker House roll as good as theirs. Butter is not needed; they are dense and almost a touch sweet. The entrées were also stupendous and gorgeous presentations (especially the short rib). It was also great to have the lovely Anatasia wait on us. We left so full!!!!
We happened to be there on Valentine's Day as well, and we had reservations the next night at STARS, their fine-dining establishment. Again, the wait staff, David, was a delight and made great meal suggestions. The atmosphere was full of love, and I even left with a rose at the end of the evening.
I got up every morning to see the sunrise from our room in East Wind Cottage while I drank a Nespresso from the in-room machine. The view of the ocean was stupendous, and it was a great way to start the day.
We went back to Scared Cod for our final night, and the staff and atmosphere were just so incredibly welcoming again. I am sure they do it with everyone, but they act like you are old friends - it certainly made you want to come back! David was working again, and Kate (I think that was her name) was working too. Matt, the manager, is on point. The people business is hard, and they make it look easy!
We are already thinking of coming back for the week in the Summer. Need to decide soon. All in all - great customer service, welcoming atmosphere, and a roll to die for - what more could you want!