Where to Sleep with a Ghost in the Mid-Atlantic States

October 2005 -- If you're looking for a unique Halloween getaway that offers spine tingling thrills--from the romantic to the scary kinds--check out the newly-released list of haunted B&Bs in the Mid-Atlantic states released by BedandBreakfast.com:

Historic Reynolds Tavern, Annapolis, MD: When you stay at Historic Reynolds Tavern, you may be cared for by the innkeepers, or by Mary Reynolds herself. After his death in 1777, Reynolds' third wife, Mary, maintained the Tavern until her death in 1785, yet some believe she has never left the building. Employees have heard her sing Christmas carols, experienced her "fixing" the grandfather clock in the dining room, and watched as she showed her disdain for new employees by breaking tea pots and knocking glasses off the shelf in the dining room. The Maryland Ghost and Spirit Association confirmed her presence with photographs and temperature readings, and exclaimed that Mary is not alone; they identified a total of five spirits in the house. Info: 410-295-9555.

Angel Nook Inn, Ocean Grove, NJ: Was it a dream, or did someone touch a guest’s elbow, then run their finger up and down her spine, after her husband left for an early morning run? Guests have reported feeling someone lying down beside them, always offering a very friendly shoulder to lean on. Angel or ghost? Not sure, but always offering a warm feeling. Info: 732-502-0081.

Ancestors Inn, Liverpool, NY: Innkeepers Mary and Dan Weidman are quite sure that the original owners of this house are still present, glad to see a family return to what was once a dentist’s office. Even though they turn off lights when they leave, the lights are always on to welcome guests to the inn. Door knobs rattle in the night though no one is there. What is most uncanny is that photos taken of the inn often do not come out, unless the innkeepers are included in them. A gentle spirit, who’s identified himself to those who’ve seen him as “Tim,” takes care of arriving guests who feel ill. While often present, those who’ve experienced these spirits say they are friendly and attentive. Info: 888-866-8591.

1871 House, New York, NY: One guest recounted a vivid story about awakening to find a well-dressed man wearing a bowler hat at the end of her bed. Strangely she was not afraid, and requested that he leave her alone. He slowly got up and left out the door, never to return. Info: 212-756-8823.

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Related Pages:

• Where to Sleep with a Ghost in the Midwest and Great Lakes States
• Where to Sleep with a Ghost in the West and Southwest
• Where to Sleep with a Ghost in the South
• Where to Sleep with a Ghost in New England