Mid Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities – The Great Escape Auction
Auction Ends: Nov 12, 2015 08:00 PM EST

Travel

2 NIght Getaway at Cape May's famous Mainstay Inn

Item Number
125
Estimated Value
500 USD
Sold
520 USD to disneydog
Number of Bids
23  -  Bid History

Item Description

Escape to a 2-night getaway to the Mainstay Inn. Good anytime, subject to availability. Value up to $780. Includes "A Day in Cape May" package with tickets to MAC's historic sites, valued at $78. NO cash value. http://www.mainstayinn.com/index.html

The Mainstay Inn's history begins in 1872. Designed by famous Philadelphia architect, Stephen Decatur Button, it was originally established as a private gambling club. The building's beauty and elegance was recognized as importnat by a riter for the Cape MAy Ocean Wave as early as June 1872. "The New Club House - In the design of this model building which now ads to the attractiveness of Coliumbia Avenue, Mr. S.D. Button, the architect has won himself additioanl honors..." In MArch of 2014, the Inn was sold to current owners, Pete and Esther Scalone of McLean, VA. Together with longtime innkeeper Diane Clark, they continue the historic traditons and commimtment to hospitality worthy of this special place.

"The Mainstay Inn was among the town's first bed-and-breakfasts, and remains one of its undisputed gems. A dignified Italianate manor one block from the ocean, it was built in 1872 as a gentlemen's exclusive gambling club."

Item Special Note

Guests of the inn enjoy breakfast served in our lovely dining room in the spring and fall.    In summer a generous buffet is provided, and guests often enjoy their meal on the wide veranda or in the garden
• Special consideration for any dietary restrictions or allergies upon request
• Beach chairs and beach towels are provided for your use each day
• Guest arriving early or wishing to extend their beach time after checkout have access to our shower and changing room.
• High speed wireless internet access thought-out the Inn
• 24 hour self-service coffee and tea service
• Ice machine and use of guest refrigerators|
• Refreshment center that include a variety of soft drinks and spring water
• Our Famous bottomless Cookie Jars & Pretzels
• Gilchrist & Soames bath amenities
• Bathrobes, hair dryers, iron & ironing boards
• Concierge service for area services and reservation assistance
• Philadelphia and Cape May newspapers each day