The Inn at Perry Cabin

Images Perry Cabin & Bistro St. Michaels

Considering all the financial doom & gloom that's surrounded us this week, I thought I'd help our friends in the U.S. by injecting some virtual dollars into their economy. We'll be enjoying this weekend's cyber escape in their wonderful country! And as I just love this area of the U.S. East Coast, we're heading to Maryland.

The Inn at Perry Cabin is nestled in the quaint village of St. Michaels, an easy 2 hr. drive from D.C. or Philly. Overlooking Chesapeake Bay, this charming colonial Greek revival-style mansion was built just after the War of 1812. In 1980 the house was transformed into a 6 bedroom Inn & Restaurant. Then in 1989, Sir Bernard Ashley co-founder of the Laura Ashley Company purchased the property & embarked on an ambitious 2 year expansion programme, turning the Inn into a 41 room luxury hotel. The Orient-Express Hotel Group took over the ownership in 1999 & have spent a further $17m. to bring the total of rooms to 80.

A new addition is the incredible Linden Spa. We could indulge ourselves in any number of actitivies in the Wellness Centre. How does a Pilates mat class sound, or perhaps a brisk Sunrise Stretch & Stride around St. Michaels village? Maybe a yoga class or even a session with a private Trainer. Then to the Spa for a deep tissue massage, or some Reiki therapy. For a full-body indulgence, why not opt for the Tri-Crystal micro-dermabrasion or Body Firming Mask. Finally, a Botanical Complex Facial, Foot Beauty Ritual Pedicure & Silky Smooth Hand Manicure will see us all done!

We'll be just in time for the Commodore's High Tea. A hand selected assortment of fine loose teas, chef's selection of Sandwiches, the Inn's signature selection scones served with raspberry preserves & Devon cream, assorted tea cakes & tarts & freshly baked cookies await us.

For dinner, we'll wander into town & enjoy the hospitality of Bistro St. Michaels. I fancy the mussels steamed in a spicy wine & garlic broth, then sauteed butterflied shrimp with garlic butter, tarrragon & tomato on cheddar-orzo & spinach, finishing off with warm chocolate cake with hot fudge, creme anglaise & vanilla icecream - what about you! Then back to the Inn for a nightcap in the Pursers Pub bar.

So please join me for a weekend of indulgence & relaxation, calm & elegance at The Inn at Perry Cabin!