Many travelers getting away from it all in charming St. Michaels opt to bring their family pet. Inns and resorts welcome well-behaved pets, even catering to their culinary, exercise and social needs. The quaint Maryland seaside town has a relaxed yet classy atmosphere, lending itself to pet-friendly activities such as walking along the coastline, watching the sunset from a dockside restaurant or cruising a boat on scenic Chesapeake Bay.
The Five Gables Inn has 20 rooms within four 19th century houses on a quaint street in St. Michaels. Four pet-friendly rooms are available in the first-floor rooms of the Main House, with one dog allowed per room for a $50 fee as of 2010. Dogs receive a complimentary bed, treats and a toy. Pets must be over 1 year old, less than 75 pounds and crated if unattended in the room. The inn's breakfast room, indoor pool and spa are off-limits to pets. The Five Gables Inn is within walking distance of the marina, restaurants and shops.
Five Gables Inn and Spa
209 North Talbot Street
St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-0100
fivegables.com
The upscale Inn at Perry Cabin allows pets in its signature and state rooms, which are located in the resort's historic section. The inn charges a non-refundable fee of $100 for the first pet and $50 per additional pet, as of 2010. Guests must register their pets and sign a responsibility form when arriving. The inn pampers its canine guests with a special menu featuring lamb stew, beef and barley, chicken and rice or a beef burger.
The Inn at Perry Cabin
308 Watkins Lane
Saint Michaels, MD 21663
866-278-9601
perrycabin.com
For St. Michaels-area visitors seeking a to stay at a private home during their stay, the River House rental property is a pet-friendly option located on the water between St. Michaels and Easton. The charming, waterfront cottage has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a full kitchen, a family room with fireplace and a den. Pets will have plenty of room to roam on the scenic property, that includes a private pier, two waterfront decks and lounge chairs.
The River House
Oak Creek
Royal Oak, MD
443-829-2456
vrbo.com/178681
At Aida's Victoriana Inn, two blocks from the town's main street, pets are welcome in the junior suite for a $20 fee, as of 2010. Guests should mention pets when making reservations to ensure room availability. The Victorian-style inn has an acre of land, two porches and a view of the St. Michaels harbor. The pet-friendly junior suite also comes with a private deck, a queen-size poster bed and a fireplace. Stays at Aida's include a hot daily breakfast and Friday evening cocktail hour.
Aida's Victoriana Inn
205 Cherry Street
St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-3368
victorianainn.com
