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Reviews of The Inn at the Oaks

2.5 out of 5
The Inn at the Oaks
3085 State Highway, Eastham, MA

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 308 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 308 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 308 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 308 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 308 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Response from Melody on 7 Nov 2023
Thank you, Bonnie! We are glad everyone enjoyed their stay! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Providence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is a lovely old Victorian house. Common areas are charming and our room was very comfortable. The continental breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Melody on 10 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for the lovely review. Paul and I hope you will visit again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Victorian home built in 1870 and renovated beautifully with great attention to detail. Friendly innkeepers. Everything you could want at this wonderful B&B!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from Melody on 10 Sept 2023
Thanks so much for you kind words, Sherri! Paul and I enjoyed getting to know you, and we hope you will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 19 Sept 2023
Thank you! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Phuong

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, walkable distance to bike rental shop and beaches. Hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you for your nice review. We are fortunate to be so close to the National Seashore Visitor Center, Coast Guard Beach, Nauset Light Beach, First Encounter Beach and the Cape Cod Rail Trail. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Helen P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Inn!
We had a lovely stay at this Inn. The room was quiet, comfortable and clean. Breakfast was delicious and the hosts were cordial. It was a great choice for our Eastham stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 21 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for your kind words! Paul and I are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First time staying here and it was wonderful. Very clean, the deluxe continental breakfast, which is included, was great also and the staff was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you so much, Carolyn, for your nice comments. I will be sure to pass them on to the housekeeping team. We are glad that you enjoyed the breakfast buffet, and we look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, Hinesburg

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We come back every year because we love everything about it. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 18 Aug 2023
And we love seeing you and George every year as well! Thanks for the kind words, and we look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old home that has been carefully restored. The staff was really friendly and knowledgeable. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from Melody on 14 Aug 2023
Thanks so much for your nice review, Danny. We hope you will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Gene, Holliston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Melody on 21 Jul 2023
Thank you! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Melody and her husband create a safe and beautiful space. One feels that it is not a job for them but they show love and care through their baking and aesthetic upkeep of their place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from Melody on 10 Jul 2023
Thank you so much, Alma, for your lovely review. Paul and I look forward to seeing you again next year!

10/10 Excellent

Axel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice a lovely stay, first time on the Cape despite being from MA. Highly recommend this Inn, especially to escape the noise and people of city life.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Melody on 26 Jun 2023
Thank you for your kind words, Alex. Paul and I are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. The wide open spaces of the Outer Cape truly are the perfect escape. We do hope you will visit another time.

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful. The folks who run the Inn couldn't be any nicer or more helpful. The service was impeccable. I give the Inn 5 stars because they deserve it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Melody on 22 Jun 2023
Thank you so much, Robert. Paul and enjoyed meeting you and Jackie, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
This was one of my top 5 places to stay. Friendly, informative staff. Excellent amenities and space to relax that was convenient to whatever one needs. I will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Melody on 15 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Claire. Paul and I are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely old house and the hosts were marvelous
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Melody on 15 Jun 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words, Jennifer. It was lovely to meet you and we hope you will return soon.

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our experience at the Inn could not have been better. Melody and Paul were perfect hosts. Megan’s cheerful personality added to our enjoyment. The breakfasts were wonderful and the bedroom was very comfortable. Thank you for your attention to detail and your willingness to make sure our visit was perfect. Warren and Glenda
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from Melody on 12 Jun 2023
Thank you so much, Warren and Glenda, for your wonderful comments. Paul and I truly enjoyed meeting you both, and we do hope that the next time you plan to be in Massachusetts, that you will stay with us again!

8/10 Good

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bill & Kristy
Very nice friendly staff. Have already recommended the Inn to others considering a location for a meeting and retreat. Lots of nice indoor and outdoor seating for conversations and contemplation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from Melody on 14 May 2023
It was lovely to meet you both. Thank you for your kind words.

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Bed & Breakfast!!
This was our first visit to Inn at the Oaks and were thrilled with our visit. We are long-time visitors to the Cape and are very pleased with this find. Friendliness, cleanliness, delicious breakfast, etc. are a priority! Beautiful historic home too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Melody on 14 Nov 2022
Christine, thank you so much for your kind review! We are so glad that you found as as well and look forward to your next visit!

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Melody on 15 Nov 2022
Thank you! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose this inn because I wanted to awaken on a “special” birthday in special surroundings. I chose well. Our garden win was perfect. This historic inn was both interesting and aesthetically pleasing as well as comfortable. Our innkeepers and their staff were warm, friendly and fun. Breakfasts were delightfully delicious. The scones were the best I’ve ever had, and we had a large variety of fresh fruits. Our stay here fulfilled all my expectations of a memorable experience. Thank you, Melody and Paul.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Melody on 23 Oct 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review, Deborah. The Garden Room is one of our most popular rooms and Paul and I are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Please come visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location To explore outer Cape.
Clean, comfortable, unique. Good breakfast. Owners and staff welcoming! Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from Melody on 17 Oct 2022
Thank you so much. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful the house and grounds!!! The innkeepers were friendly and very helpful. Would definitely stay there again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Melody on 2 Oct 2022
Thanks so much Deborah. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Bharat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Response from Melody on 24 Sept 2022
Thank you! We hope to see you another time!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from Melody on 24 Sept 2022
Thank you! Please come visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A beautiful home with wonderful owners. The breakfast was perfect also and they were great about getting it to go when needed! Leslie
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Melody on 29 Jul 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words, Leslie. We hope you will return for another stay soon.

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely inn! Such a pretty property and the staff were very hospitable. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Melody on 4 Jul 2022
Thank you, Amy. It was so nice to meet you. Paul and I hope you will be able visit again someday!

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from Melody on 1 Jun 2022
Thank you, Steven!

6/10 Okay

Karl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall: Uneasy feeling
Long story, so I'll try to keep this short... I was not interested in a tour of the Inn the night I checked in. I just wanted to go to my room since it was almost 11pm, but the owner insisted. We had already had a previous conversation and made an arrangement of how I would access my room. When I would leave for work I'd turn to the house and notice I was being watched by the owner through the windows. The tub was not comfortable to take a shower in, hard to get into and surrounded by plastic. There were not enough outlets for charging two phones and a laptop. I suggest a surge protector be provided for each room. There was no comfortable spot to work remotely in my room. Breakfast starts at 8am. I had to be on other sites by then. I suggest fruit, bagels, cereal be avaible for individuals who cannot make it to breakfast. One last thing... the sanatized key in an envelope is a great idea but the execution needed tweeking, a laminated note in my room said to return the key to the front desk at check-out. Probably best just to leave it in my room when I was done with my stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from Melody on 11 May 2022
My goodness, Karl. I saw this review on the 23rd and tried to respond but it appeared to be taken down. I just noticed it again so now I will respond. This is quite the list of complaints and not once in the 5 days you stayed with us did you bring a single complaint to our attention. I was happy to wait up the night you arrived to greet you properly and I only took a few minutes of your time to show the common areas. You told me that you would be leaving for work early each day and I let you know that we would have coffee available early because my husband was always up early to start baking. No one was watching you when you left for work in the morning; the kitchen windows simply face the parking lot and we can see folks coming and going. He would notice if a car left early. I am sorry that you were not comfortable working in your suite but I did tell you that you could use the library to work in at any time during your stay. Your suite did have a table and chairs in the 2nd room and there are 3 outlets in each room. We certainly could have provided you with a surge protector if you had asked. As for breakfast, we are happy to put together a muffin or scone and coffee to go for folks that need to leave early but you never once came into the dining room, even on the Wednesday morning that you did not leave the Inn until midday. We do not want the guests to leave the keys in there room, we want them brought to the front desk so we can say a proper goodbye and it also assists in planning daily housekeeping. Every day I tried to be sure to at least say hello to you and ask you about your day, but you made it clear that you were not interested in small talk and seemed to prefer to keep to yourself. You left the Do Not Disturb sign on your door for the entire length of your stay so I did try to check in with you daily to make sure that you had what you needed in your suite. It's too bad that you did not get a chance to get to know Paul and I, because we are very welcoming and friendly hosts that will go above and beyond for our guests.

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Inn is very nice, quiet, and in a very good location. It is clean, and the staff is very kind and effective.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Melody on 12 Sept 2021
Thank you, Rosa, for your nice review. The staff always appreciates hearing from the guests who notice how hard they work to make sure the Inn is spotless. Please come visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the charm of the property. Everyone was super friendly and it felt like hone while staying there. Would recommend this place to everyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Melody on 6 Sept 2021
Thank you for kind review, Greg. Paul and I are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time. Food was delicious and the hospitality was top notch. Owner is extremely nice and makes you feel like family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Melody on 2 Aug 2021
Thank you for your wonderful review. We hope you will visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great suite with plenty of room for our family of 4! Very nice breakfast with healthy options. Perfect little touches that made things easy - cookies in the afternoon, tea and ice whenever you want, brochures, maps and tips of what to do nearby, even beach chairs and towels to borrow! Located near beautiful beaches and the Salt Pond Visitor Center. Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from Melody on 19 Jul 2021
We appreciate your wonderful review! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming, well kept, beautiful and centrally located inn. Would recommend to anyone coming to the Outer Cape! Paul and Melody are lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Melody on 21 Jun 2021
Thank you for wonderful review. We hope you'll come visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
VERY NICE
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Response from Melody on 26 Mar 2021
Thank you, Scott! It was nice to meet you and Robin. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Inn
Convenient location in Eastham, next to Rt 6, which is busy during the day, but pretty quiet at night. Innkepers are very friendly and welcoming. The entire inn and room are very clean. There are various spacious common rooms and a well-maintained outdoor space that make one feel welcome to stay. Breakfast comes with many choices of home made staples.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Melody on 26 Oct 2020
Thank you, Judith, for your kind review. Our housekeeping staff works very hard to keep the Inn spotless for our guests. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again! Take good care.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from Melody on 20 Oct 2020
Appreciate the great review! Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Response from Melody on 20 Oct 2020
Thank you! Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Brooklyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute bed & breakfast and everyone was friendly! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Melody on 9 Oct 2020
Thank you, Anna! We're glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Ido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place in Cape Cod
A great place with AMAZING hospitality. Melody and her husband were beyond anything you can ask for from a host. They made sure everything is safe and clean and maintained all necessary arrangement (under COVID-19). Melody gave us the most detailed and thoughtful tour as we arrived with great suggestion of things to do. Breakfast was exceptional, they actually print out menus daily with a huge variety of bake goods (even gluten free bread!), fruit, eggs, yogurt bowls and more. If that is not enough, at night they fired up the fire pit they have in the back and we set around and played music. The property is huge, clean, quiet and surrounded by a beautiful open outdoor space. It is a quick drive to many restaurant, trails and tourist attractions. Don't miss this gem on your next visit to cape cod.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Melody on 3 Oct 2020
Thanks so much, Ido, for your wonderful review. Paul and I and the staff are always thrilled to hear that our guests completely enjoyed their stay. We hope you will be back again soon!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Didn’t like the separate hot and cold taps in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from Melody on 1 Oct 2020
You and I had this conversation yesterday afternoon after you checked in ,and you suggested that we change the taps to a single tap. We have 3 bathrooms in our 150 year old historic Inn that have the original antique sinks and clawfoot bathtubs. We recently had all of them re-glazed so they look brand new. We have no plans to change the hot and cold water taps in the sinks. If you would like to return another time I suggest you stay in one of the ten rooms that do not have these sinks. I would be happy to recommend a room.

10/10 Excellent

james

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from Melody on 22 Sept 2020
Thank you, James! We love to hear that our guests enjoyed their stay. Please visit again!

10/10 Excellent

YOUNGJOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Melody on 18 Aug 2020
Thank you for the great rating! We love to hear that our guests enjoyed everything about their stay! We hope you come back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely inn
Beautiful, comfortable traditional inn with lovely grounds. Very safe and welcoming feeling in these covid times.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Melody on 2 Aug 2020
This is the highest compliment we could receive. We are all working so hard to make sure that our guests feel safe and welcomed. Thank you for your review. I will share this with the team!

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must Stay!
The Inn at the Oaks is a must stay! It was my partner's and my first trip to Cape Cod and there was no better way to experience it for the first time. It's a quick drive to a couple of the most popular beaches and the rooms and atmosphere were great. The continental breakfast was also a great way to start the day! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Melody on 31 Jul 2020
We are delighted to hear that you had a great stay. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed yourselves. We look forward to your return visit!

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Not friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
Response from Melody on 14 Jul 2020
I have no idea who wrote this but the guests presently staying in the Inn are having a delightful time. Everyone on staff is always friendly and welcoming. If the anonymous writer would care to identify the exact issue that made him or her feel that we are unfriendly, we would certainly like to know about it so it could be addressed.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Melody on 8 Jul 2020
Thank you! Hope to see you again!

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Toms River, NJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and homey feeling. Wonderful, friendly staff. Beautiful room and grounds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Response from Melody on 19 Jun 2020
Thank you for your kind words, Jim. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you return in the future. Kind regards,

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for exploring National Seashore. Nice buffet breakfast, comfortable room, nice seating areas inside and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from Melody on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from Melody on 24 Mar 2020
Appreciate your review!