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The Laingdon (only 60 miles south of New York City) is located directly on the Atlantic and offers spectacular, unobstructed views of the ocean and a scenic panorama of the National Historic District of Ocean Grove. Guests are steps away from the beautiful sand beach and a short walk to the center of town. Built prior to 1875 and restored in 2004, the Laingdon is one of the few original hotels in Ocean Grove. Its 17 charming Victorian bed and breakfast guest rooms have been fully modernized, newly appointed, and include the following amenities.
The
Laingdon serves its complimentary Continental breakfast overlooking
the ocean. The hospitality room provides a microwave, ice
machine and refrigerator. The lobby offers a personal computer
providing complimentary high-speed internet access. Guests
also have access to a large 250 square foot terrace facing
the ocean.
The
landmark restoration was accomplished while meticulously maintaining
the Laingdons 19th century character. The historic hotel lobby,
walnut staircase, and hand-plastered corridors where gas lanterns once
provided the only lighting were restored. As you walk the halls you
will discover the original transom doors and wide oak wood flooring
dating
back to the 1800s. On the exterior the original clapboard,
wood trim and window scrollwork was re-stored and handsomely
painted in
period colors.
The
Laingdon feels like you are visiting a hotel in the Victorian
era while enjoying todays
modern conveniences. When you walk through the old town you will
see one of
the largest collection of Victorian homes in the United States.
Stroll Main Avenue with it charming stores, art galleries, antique
shops
and quaint restaurants. Three blocks away is the Great Auditorium
an all-wood,
open-air structure built in 1894 that seats over 5,000 people
offering musicals, shows and other entertainment. Relax
on the beautiful beach or enjoy a bike ride along the coast. Join an
historic walking tour or go fishing from the jetty. Play
tennis, bocce,
rent
an ocean kayak, or golf nearby. Visit rejuvenated Asbury Park, a short
walk away. At the end of the evening retire to your terrace and
watch the ocean
waves break against the beach and listen to the calming sound of the
surf. In the quiet season the Laingdon is a place to get away with
its relaxing pace, beautiful ocean vista and warm cozy
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