Gazing
out over the sparkling waters and snow capped mountains
of Puget Sound, it is easy to understand why Francis
James chose this premiere property of Port Townsend
to build his exquisite Victorian mansion in 1889. Perched
on a bluff, with a sweeping view of Port Townsend Bay,
the romance and elegance of another era still lingers
here.
You will find beautifully maintained parlors and guest rooms rich
in history and charm, yet maintained with the modern amenities
which discerning travelers have come to expect in a first class
inn. Our
guests are important to us and we pride ourselves in
details which make a stay at The James House a comfortable
and truly memorable experience. There is something very special about a place where you can truly relax and enjoy the kind of craftmanship that is rare in the fast paced world in which we live. There is good reason that The James House has been named the best inn on the Olympic Peninsula for 13 consecutive years, and voted "Best of the West" by readers of Sunset Magazine.
There are ten rooms
available for rent in the mansion, each with a queen bed and private
bath. Every room is different and unique. Each is painted in contemporary colors and decorated with beautiful antiques, providing an inviting and comfortable setting to enjoy this beautiful mansion. And yes, wireless internet connection is provided to our guests at no extra charge. A
Bungalow and Hideaway on the Bluff are adjacent to the inn,
offering a bungalow style lodging experience with the
same breathtaking water and mountain views. Homemade cookies
are baked daily, sherry is available as an evening aperitif,
and a delicious full breakfast is served in the morning.
The outside of The James House is as beautiful as the inside!
From early spring until late fall, you can sit quietly enjoy
beautiful perennial gardens as well as picturesque water and
mountain views. Whether enjoying your morning coffee, reading
a favorite book, or sipping on a late afternoon cocktail, you
will find that this is indeed, a very special place!
There are so many reasons to visit Port Townsend, but we have listed a few of our seasonal favorites in Special Events.
We look forward to seeing you!
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