I have been privileged to stay at the Shoreham Inn twice in the last few years. Both times I was between homes and made the Inn my base of operations while searching for permanent housing.
My most recent stay was at a particularly stressful time in my life, and I have to say that the warmth and welcome I experienced from Molly and Dominic went a long way in getting my feet more firmly planted.
The Inn has been exactly that--an Inn--for over 200 years. There is a sense of history and place that only such a facility could convey, yet it has been lovingly updated with all the necessary modern conveniences (eschewing those decidedly unnecessary intrusions like television). Within minutes of settling in, one feels at home due in no small part to Molly's warm and genuine smile. There is a palpable sense of community in the lively pub, and many locals are likely to include guests as another member of the gang. I cannot imagine ever feeling lonely or apart given the atmosphere. Having said that, the layout of the dining areas is such that it is also quite easy to grab a private cozy little corner for an intimate dinner.
So many small towns in America have teetered on the brink of extinction since the end of WWII, and I'm sure that Shoreham has been just as much at risk as the next small town, despite a thriving agricultural community . From many conversations I have had with locals, it is absolutely clear that Molly and Dominic have breathed new life into the village, and as I watch and participate as a (now) full-time resident, I can say that if a small town can be said to have a heart, in Shoreham, it is beating within the walls of the Inn.
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