bed-and-breakfast
noun
bed-and-break·fast
ˈbed-ən(d)-ˈbrek-fəst 
: an establishment (such as an inn) offering lodging and breakfast
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Whether indulging in a Christmas package for a stay at the Inn Victoria bed-and-breakfast, participating in the annual tree lighting ceremony or visiting the historic train depot, there's something for everyone in this idyllic New England town.
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Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
Nestled along the banks of the Pawcatuck River, the bed-and-breakfast provides European morning fare, including homemade pastries and frittatas, followed by afternoons on the porch with snacks and beverages.
—Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2025
This house was part of a two-property bed-and-breakfast, Amber House, until the June 2021 fire.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 25 Nov. 2025
Familiar brands like SpringHill Suites’ newest Jacksonville Oceanfront property offer loyalty perks and ocean views, while the Riverdale Inn—a charming 11-room bed-and-breakfast in the historic Riverside district—invites guests to experience local hospitality with timeless character.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
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Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
Nestled along the banks of the Pawcatuck River, the bed-and-breakfast provides European morning fare, including homemade pastries and frittatas, followed by afternoons on the porch with snacks and beverages.
—Morgan Rizzo, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2025
This house was part of a two-property bed-and-breakfast, Amber House, until the June 2021 fire.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 25 Nov. 2025
Familiar brands like SpringHill Suites’ newest Jacksonville Oceanfront property offer loyalty perks and ocean views, while the Riverdale Inn—a charming 11-room bed-and-breakfast in the historic Riverside district—invites guests to experience local hospitality with timeless character.
—Essence, 7 Nov. 2025
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“Bed-and-breakfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bed-and-breakfast. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.
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