We just returned from our trip last night and are still thinking about the wonderful time we had at Somerset House with Jay and Deborah. The were wonderful and so easy to be with. My husband, one year old daughter and I took a trip out to explore the Eastern Shore for the weekend. We decided on the Somerset House for our two night home base. It was fantastic. Deborah is a wonderful cook and Jay has so much knowledge about the area. It really added to our trip and helped make it such a success. The house is beautiful...it was a great visit.

One note...be sure to ask Jay about the Smith Island Sweet Shoppe Cakes. You can order one thru him or on your own if that works better. We found out they are the state cake of Maryland and I have to say they are absolutely delicious...not just a little novelty.

Anyway...two big thumbs up for Somerset House...ENJOY!!

Staying at the Somerset House is like staying with friends. Jay and Deborah Parker are welcoming and gracious hosts who are enthusiastic and knowledgeable about historic Princess Anne and Maryland's Eastern Shore. From enjoying the wonderful breakfasts in the beautiful dining room to sipping wine in the boxwood gardens, we found staying at this antique filled historic home to be very comfortable and perfectly located for walking around the town. Our very large bedroom, with four post antique bed, also had a fireplace, an adjoining room with a twin bed that would be great for anyone travelling with a child, and a private bath located across the hall. We enjoyed calling Somerset House "home" for a few days and look forward to doing so again!

A wonderfully peaceful weekend hosted by Deborah and Jay Parker, a lovely couple who welcomed us with grace and warmth! Jay is a wealth of knowledge and sent us to great places to eat and explore! The house is stunning in character and filled with antiques and period charm but with surprising amenities (sauna, bath robes, lovely garden)! We slept extremely well and thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Blend together the charm of a beautiful 1850's mansion, a peaceful Eastern Shore location, the warmth and gentility of Jay and Deborah, and some of the best breakfasts you will ever be served, and you have a perfect retreat from traffic and shopping malls. We have spent three special weekends under Jay and Deborah's care and will be going back for more.