The Stepping Stone Inn, Salem

Have been to this inn twice, can't wait to go back. John is a really nice guy that seems to love the inn and the guests. We are now planning our third trip with the whole family (four children), and are hoping we will be able to stay here again.

A group of friends and I went to this Inn way WAY back in High School and I have been back at least 5 times since then with different people. Nice to see that the same owner still is the Innkeeper. Right in the middle of all the best things to do and see in Salem Commons. Good food and attentive to the small details. John Brick makes you feel like family and happy to come home again and again.

The Views of the Common are exceptional. The Resident Cat is so sweet and the owner is too. Walking distance from all of downtown Salem. A nice break from a big crowded hotel !!

I absolutely LOVED staying at this charming inn. We got the room on the top floor, and were warned that the ceilings were low. It was only because it's an attic-type space, and we're average-sized people, so it didn't affect us. In fact, it just added to the charm. I loved the decor, and the fact that the house is historical without the modern hotel amenities. To me, that's what staying at a B & B is all about. The innkeeper could not have been friendlier, and the resident kitty, Miss Bridgette, was very welcoming as well. We were instant friends! The breakfast accommodations took us by surprise, to say the least. Cold cereal is not my idea of a good time. But there was yummy bread, and fresh fruit to fill the gap. The 2nd and 3rd day, we actually went down the road and had breakfast at a little cafe, because, unless you're under 12, you won't be impressed with the breakfast here. The shower was small, yes, but the water pressure was so great that I hardly noticed I didn't have room to shave my legs. Just soap up the walls, raise your arms up, and spin around, and you're good to go. hah Okay, it's not really THAT small. Overall, a great place to spend a few days. Bring your own toiletries and blow-dryer. And give Miss Bridgette a pat for me.