Frederick William House
594 Palmer Avenue
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Why people book this hotel
“The room itself was comfortable and the shower the best we had during our 10 day…”
“Getting breakfast was great, and being able to have free tea and coffee whenever…”
“The guide in the room was very helpful and made a change from the dreaded QR and…”
“A lovely homely feel and the owner, Jeanette, is very helpful and attentive”
“There is a cycle path (flat and tarmac) right at the back just beyond the garden…”
“There were some lovely touches such as the coffee station and all the autumn dec…”
“When we returned from a long day Jeanette saw us and offered us tea which was re…”
“We stayed three nights and had the continental breakfast during our stay which w…”
“The place is spotlessly clean”
“Beautiful place, wonderful room, very clean and comfortable”
“Exalent parking”
“The parking area was large and the use of bikes was great”
Overview
Located in Falmouth directly on the Shining Sea Bikeway, 0.18 miles from Woodneck beach and across the street from Grews Pond, Frederick William House is a premier Boutique Inn that provides free bikes , free private parking, a shared lounge free WIFI, and gardens with concierge service. All units at the inn include air conditioning, TV with satellite channels, private bathrooms in each accommodation with shower/tub combo, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Frederick William House reservations always include fresh baked pastries and coffee each morning. During high season and on special holidays... hot breakfast is offered a la cart. The accommodation offers a children's playground across the street in Goodwill park. The area is popular for cycling and fishing, swimming, kayaking, hiking and biking. Old Silver Beach is 8 km from the inn. The nearest airport is Martha's Vineyard Airport, 30 km from Frederick William House.
Traveller reviews
Alison
couple
June 8, 2026
“Lovely place very helpful owner”
Really quaint
Lisa
couple
May 17, 2026
“Absolute gem of a place. Perfect.”
Absolutely delightful. The owner has curated pieces of furniture and fabrics which are absolutely beautiful and has a real eye for style and details. Little personal touches abound. It really feels like a home from home. The linen and towels are wonderful quality. Such a lovely change from chain hotels with basic linen and scratchy towels that set my teeth on edge. The owner Jeanette was welcoming immediately and without any fuss. The guide in the room was very helpful and made a change from the dreaded QR and app! The place is spotlessly clean. There is a cycle path (flat and tarmac) right at the back just beyond the garden; down which you can walk 10 mins or so to the shuttle bus which is free and regular… to Woods Hole from where you catch the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard. Absolute piece of cake. Try the cafe at Woods Hole for the most delicious pastries and coffee! When we returned from a long day Jeanette saw us and offered us tea which was really most welcome in the charming breakfast room. The continental breakfast was delicious and plentiful. We could have had a cooked breakfast which I am sure would also have been good but we wanted light food as we were travelling. This is an absolute gem of a place. The beds were super comfy, and we slept well as it was very quiet. This place is easy walking distance to Falmouth with loads of great shops and restaurants. We will definitely return and would highly recommend.
Alan
couple
April 13, 2026
“We slept well every night in a lovely comfortable bed; breakfast was top notch every day and overall we had a great time”
Very New England so worked for us
Faith
couple
October 5, 2025
“Beautiful inn, beautiful town!”
This is a perfect traditional inn. A lovely homely feel and the owner, Jeanette, is very helpful and attentive. There were some lovely touches such as the coffee station and all the autumn decorations whilst we were there. We stayed three nights and had the continental breakfast during our stay which was good. The room itself was comfortable and the shower the best we had during our 10 day road trip!
Matteo
couple
September 15, 2025
“Lovely location. Met expectations.”
Cosy house. Breakfast. Location. Staff.
Niamh
couple
August 17, 2025
“Cosy inn right on the Shining Sea bikeway -great base for your Cape Cod holiday”
This was a great spot, run by absolute pro Jeanette. She was super patient with a card issue during booking, and when we got there the house was truly lovely, just the cosy inn we were looking for. Getting breakfast was great, and being able to have free tea and coffee whenever we liked in the room was brill - not too common in America ! The best thing by far was the gorgeous bicycles for going up and down the Shining Sea path which backs onto the property!
Isobel
couple
June 12, 2025
“Felt like we were a slight inconvenience”
Too much stuff! Cluttered and poorly arranged.
Ilan Spira
couple
May 9, 2025
Beautiful place, wonderful room, very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was a very nice continental breakfast. Exalent parking.
Louise
couple
May 1, 2025
“Beautiful and relaxing”
Frederick William house was lovely and Jeanette was a brilliant host. Our room was large, with beautiful Cape cod style white furniture and a lovely bed. It was spotless and the bathroom was large for an en suite, with a fab shower. The parking area was large and the use of bikes was great. We used them several times and the cycle path route was so picturesque. Great spot close to Falmouth town and the shuttle buses to the islands ferry terminal.
Brigham
couple
April 8, 2025
“Perfect stop over”
Jeanette was very helpful. We had bulky luggage, and she picked us up at the bus stop. The room was comfortable. Though on a busy road, the house backs on to the bike path, which was great! We enjoyed our short stay.
Nadine
solo_traveller
March 3, 2025
Jeanette was super friendly and very helpful, I can't thank her enough for making me feel at home. Because I stayed a week she upgraded my room for free, so I had lots of space!
CORINNE
couple
November 13, 2024
“A perfect time in one of my favorite places”
Beautiful home and our hostess couldn’t have done more for us
Jane
couple
November 6, 2024
“Friendly welcoming home from home b&b”
A cosy friendly guest house, huge and comfortable bed and generous and good quality breakfast choices plus a super helpful hostess. Access directly in the rear onto the cycle way which is also a great walk.
john
couple
October 23, 2024
“Beautiful place and made very welcome”
Everything
Eva
couple
October 15, 2024
“Charming”
Charming house and room. Nice and helping staff.
Paul
couple
October 12, 2024
“Amazing stay”
Everything perfect location beautiful property gorgeous room Jeanette the host was a wonderful lady who couldn’t do enough for you
Antony
couple
October 1, 2024
“Lovely hostess but we chose the wrong room in the wrong town”
Quirky Charming Near ferry parking and near nice practical restaurant
CarlinJ
couple
September 11, 2024
“Lovely starting place for touring cape cod”
Frederick William House is a beautiful House, with great access to the shuttle for Vineyard Ferry in walking distance. We caught the bus from Boston into this shuttle parking lot as well and picked up a car from here which was a lot better for us than driving out of the city. The complimentary breakfast was tasty and filling. I should also say that Falmouth is a great town too, with loads of shops and restaurants. I was also impressed that bikes were available to use, although you won't be catching me on one at any time soon ;) I would have loved it if the house was walking distance to Falmouth centre. Although to be fair it was only a 5 minute drive.
Lorna
couple
September 7, 2024
“We had a lovely stay in this hotel.”
Our bed room was spacious and clean
Gesche
family_with_children
July 7, 2024
“it was a lovely stay and I would definitely book the Frederick William House again.”
the Frederick William House is conveniently located off the main road to Falmouth center. It has a pleasant family-style atmosphere and is decorated with a lot of attention to the detail. We were lucky because we got a room upgrade. Our room had a fireplace (which we did not use, as it was summer) and was decently spaced. Also it was in the backpart of the house, so we heard no noise from the main road (it might be more noisy in rooms facing the main street). Coffee, tea and Cookies are available at all times, and the continental breakfast was really nice. We used the available beachbikes to head towards the lighthouse and got helpful guidance from the lovely landlady. so in short, it was a lovely stay and I would definitely book the Frederick William House again.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Massage, Children's playground, Horse riding, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Beach, Temporary art galleries, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request), Restaurant
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Allergy-free room
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Strollers, Pet bowls, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Ironing service, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Trouser press, Luggage storage
Deluxe Double Room
Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Deluxe King Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe King Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite has soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Suite
The fireplace is the standout feature of this suite. The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite features soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Queen Suite
The air-conditioned suite features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. This suite has soundproof walls, flat-screen TV with streaming services, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
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