April 25th, 2013

At Melissa’s, Bed & Breakfast, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, The Nation’s Summer Capital, A Gluten Free B & B, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware, Second block to the Beach, the Shops, the Restaurants

Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is one square mile.  It is a vacation destination for visitors and home for many.  Downtown is full of restaurants and shops…all leading to an award-winning Boardwalk and to the Beach!!  Surrounding this coastal town are the homes that still stand today after so many years.  The stories they could probably tell….  These vintage homes give character to Rehoboth and when other towns have done away with them, Rehoboth Beach continues to keep these “cottages” reminding visitors and residents…that living at the beach is special.

One of those vintage homes is At Melissa’s.  It was built in 1910.  It is a bed and breakfast located at 36 Delaware Avenue; second block from the beach and second street south of Rehoboth Avenue.  What sets this B & B apart from the rest, is that it is a full Gluten Free B & B!!  Tels. 800-396-8090, 302-227-7504.  Website?  http://www.atmelissas.com.

My friend, Debbie, was the one that contacted me to go in search of At Melissa’s.  I don’t know if you were here, in Rehoboth Beach, yesterday, but it was an awesome day!!  Today, as well.  Debbie and I found parking right in front of At Melissa’s.  This is one of the wider streets in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  We were ready to meet Melissa Clink, Innkeeper of this Gluten Free B & B.

The first thing that caught my attention was how big the house was.  Some of the “cottages” in Downtown Rehoboth Beach are a bit smaller.  The porch was so nice and at sidewalk so you can talk to pedestrians….that’s how it used to be in small town America.

Melissa was working out in the backyard.  That’s where Debbie and I found her…with a big friendly smile.  We introduced ourselves.  Melissa is going into her 19th year as innkeeper of At Melissa’s.  She was telling us how she had heard that innkeepers only last about 5 years….the other bed and breakfasts on Delaware Avenue have been there almost as long as she has.

Private Backyard At Melissa's

Melissa is already receiving guests on week-ends, at this time of the year.  That will soon change as the 2013 season goes into effect.  During the week, she is taking time to fix things here and there.

Melissa has a gluten allergy.  Her B & B is Gluten Free!!  Guests have been coming here for years.  Since adhering to a gluten free diet, here guests are also eating gluten free.  I have a gluten free kitchen, so all I can tell you is that unless she told you about it, you probably would not even notice the difference.  Bed and breakfasts serve breakfast in the a.m.  Melissa has many delicious breakfast items for her guests.  She will let them know if she is trying something new on them.  Her guests with gluten allergies will have the peace of mind that there will be eating delicious gluten free foods with no cross contamination.

This is also Melissa’s home and it is very comfortable.  You can sit outside on the backyard, the porch, or park yourselves on some of her comfortable chairs and sofas, while sipping coffee or tea in the a.m.

At Melissa’s, the kitchen overlooks the backyard…well stocked, fresh fruits, vegetables and gluten free flours, oats, crackers, etc. etc.

At Melissa’s has 6 bedrooms.  Four of those bedrooms have king size beds.  One bedroom on the first floor…all have their bathrooms.

One of the bedrooms’ bathrooms is across the hall but it belongs to that bedroom only.  The bedrooms on the first and second floor have air conditioned window units. The following bedroom is on the first floor.

Going to the second floor….the bedrooms on this floor were getting spruced up…so just a few pictures here or there.

Going to the third floor.  This floor is big and comfortable with plenty of room for a family.  Central air conditioning, as well.

Melissa told us that her guests come from all over; Virginia, D.C., Philadelphia, and New York.  At Melissa’s is so centrally located; second block to the beach, to the shops and restaurants.  Park your car and forget about it.

And, then, when Melissa told Debbie and I that we should stop by when guests are in town and join them on the porch for a little wine….I think we might just have to do that.  Thanks Melissa!!

February 2nd, 2012

The Bellmoor Inn, Hotel, Downtown, Rehoboth Beach, Special Packages, Delaware Beaches

I don’t get to stay at the hotels in Rehoboth Beach, or in any of the other hotels at the Delaware Beaches.  Why should I?  I live in Rehoboth Beach.

But, I was just thinking that there are more than a few events in Rehoboth Beach during the month of February.  For example, this week-end is the Polar Bear Plunge.  If you decide to become a brave soul then, maybe, you need to pamper yourself a bit and stay at The Bellmoor.

The Bellmoor is located at 6 Christian St.  Tel. 302-227-5800.  Website? www.thebellmoor.com.   It is casual, yet elegant and sophisticated.  It is within walking distance of everything Rehoboth Beach has to offer; the Boardwalk and beach, shops, restaurants, bake shops and coffee shops.

Don’t let the words luxurious and elegant intimidate you.  It has a casual atmosphere, as well.  The Bellmoor offers concierge services, pools, and gardens.

At this time of the year it is the perfect place to stay.  Competitive prices and great special packages make staying at the Bellmoor very affordable.  Please check the website.

The Day Spa is wonderful, small and intimate.  And, if you are a Polar Bear this week-end then, you know who to call.  You will need it after the plunge.  Tina, can set the appointment with Erin.  She is great.

That’s all I have to say; straight to the point.

Talk to you later…have a good one!!