By the Sea Inn and Spa, Branford, Connecticut

Since opening our doors in 1982, our vision has remained unchanged-To provide state-of-the-art Spa treatments, delivered with impeccable client care in a friendly and tranquil environment. As an award-winning spa, we'd like to think we've remained true to that vision. Our most wonderful staff of forty include licensed Massage Therapists, certified Estheticians and Spa & Inn managers who are all dedicated to providing our guests with the ultimate spa experience.

The Spa area features twelve treatment rooms and private areas for waxing and makeup applications. Manicures and pedicures are given in a bright and airy, glassed-in sun porch. By the Sea Inn & Spa is a delightful getaway and a idyllic place to be pampered for an hour, a day or a long, leisurely weekend. Housed in a stately, 19th century Colonial, By the Sea offers the latest in spa services in a charming turn of the century setting. While renovating our 7,200 square foot facility for its present day use, we took special care to retain its historic beauty - from the original parquet wood floors to the cozy fireplace and winding stairways.

By the Sea's overnight guests enjoy beautifully furnished rooms with mile-high, pillow-endowed and quilted beds, lace window treatments and private baths and showers. A continental breakfast is served between 7:30-9:30 each morning in the Inn's breakfast nook. It is also a pleasant, peaceful place to have a cup of coffee or spot of tea. Or just sit and relax on the inn's flower laden deck. By the Sea's living room and TV/reading lounge are aesthetically appealing with lovely antiques and overstuffed wicker couches and side chairs.

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