Frederick William House

3.5 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast in Falmouth with free breakfast

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

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594 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA, 02540
  • Place, Goodwill Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Falmouth Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shining Sea Bikeway
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vineyard Haven, MA (MVY-Martha's Vineyard)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

Harbor Side Garden Suite, King Bed, Fireplace, Private Bath, Bikes Included

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Glendale Petit, Deluxe Double, Park View, Private Bath, Bikes Included

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 13 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Seaside Suite, King Bed, Private Bath, Bikes Included

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Black Room, Deluxe King Suite, Garden View, Private Bath, Bikes Included

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

White Room, Deluxe Queen Suite, Private Bath, Park View, Bikes Included

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Falmouth

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Falmouth awaits you at Frederick William House. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Goodwill Park and Shining Sea Bikeway within a 20-minute walk. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy access to free bike hire, hiking/biking trails and a playground. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Falmouth B&B include Highfield Hall and Cape Cod Beaches.

What's nearby

  • Goodwill Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Falmouth Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Main Street - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shining Sea Bikeway - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Highfield Hall - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 21 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maison Villatte - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Liam Maguire's Irish Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cape Cod Bagel Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Quarterdeck Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Frederick William House

Colonial bed & breakfast in Falmouth with free breakfast
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Frederick William House. The bed & breakfast can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Frederick William House was completed in January 2025.

This Colonial Falmouth bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1911
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Frederick William House offers 5 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and first-run films.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Falmouth bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas
  • Vineyard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1911
  • Colonial architecture
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • First-run films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 125 per stay)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 65.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 65.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD125 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 65.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 65.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair
Tax ID - C0004060960
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair. The tax ID number is C0004060960. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device; masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Property Registration Number C0510610960

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Frederick William House?

Frederick William House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Frederick William House?

Yep, Frederick William House has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Frederick William House?

The closest beach to Frederick William House is Cape Cod Beaches (48.3 km).

What makes Frederick William House a romantic place to stay?

A vineyard and couples dining, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Frederick William House.

Is Frederick William House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as children's books and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Frederick William House is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Frederick William House?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Frederick William House serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Frederick William House?

No, Frederick William House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Frederick William House?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Frederick William House?

Furry friends are welcome at Frederick William House, with food and water bowls on offer.

Frederick William House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 296 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jeanette was great. Continental breakfast was excellent. Enjoyed the free bikes with the convenient trail behind the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lois

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy inn. Very comfortable bed. Bath is very nice wit double sinks and deep tub. Bedroom is very small but it has a small fridge and a sofa. Our bathroom not negative is that it’s hard to find even after being there a few days. The sign and driveway are tucked into foliage and the street traffic is moving along and you must come to a dead stop. Even so I would stay here again. The innkeeper was lovely and very helpful and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

katerina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house, room, and property were all quite nice. The included bike rentals and easy access to the Shining Sea Bike Trail were incredibly convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Garden Room King Suite and it was beautifully decorated, clean and inviting. The fire place was an added bonus! Would definitely recommend staying here. Easy contactless check in and out too!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Navasota

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Frederick William House was outstanding! The room and bathroom were both spacious and comfortable, providing everything we needed for a relaxing visit. Jeanette was a fantastic host - warm, welcoming, and a true pleasure to chat with. The location was convenient, just a short drive to downtown. We especially enjoyed the continental breakfast, which offered a wide variety of delicious options. Overall, we loved our stay and would gladly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

arta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice and clean hotel and was designed beautifully. It’s great that they have bikes available there and allow you to go for biking on the Shinning sea trail, and it would be beneficial if they do some maintenance for the bike and make sure that they are in a good shape. Overall I was satisfied staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host. Very nice and helpful would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the room and the well-stocked continental breakfast. The location was convenient to Woodshole and has a good number of excellent nearby eating options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie, Rockville Centre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfortable inn, close to a wooded running and biking trail
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! Close to access Main Street and other things we wanted to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice little place

This was a nice place to stay. Clean and thoughtful in terms of rooms and ambience. Breakfast was a bit disappointing as compared to other B&Bs we've been at.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional in every way. Jeanette is so warm and welcoming; we enjoyed our chats with her every morning at breakfast. The inn itself is quaint and peaceful, with beautifully decorated rooms, all of which are meticulously maintained. The location is perfect: only a few miles from lovely restaurants and convenient ferry service to the islands. Our dinners at Glass Onion and Landfall were excellent. Highly recommend the Frederick Williams Inn and Falmouth overall!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien, Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shaniqua

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Frederick Williiam House. It is in a perfect location. Staff was great. My critique woud be the outdoor seating area could of been cleaned better.. table and chairs were dirty, spider webs and bird poo on all of them. I also do not think it should be advertised as breakfast included as you do have to pay extra for the continental breakfast- and the breakfast that is included is pastries. aside from that we would consider returning here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Wonderful!

Our stay was wonderful. Jeanette was attentive and so helpful! All the recommendations she gave were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It would've been nice to have an ice machine so we could fill our water bottles with ice cold water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yong

Beautiful garden
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet friendly clean near beaches and Martha’s Vineyard ferry shuttle parking lots
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very nice and accommodating. Our room was decorated beautifully and very clean. We loved using the bikes provided to us to ride the trail behind the B&B and it was only a 2.5 mile ride to a beach. Everything was close including transportation to the ferry over to Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod winery, and other restaurants and shops. Very beautiful bed and breakfast and we will definitely return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was quiet and beautiful. The staff was polite and helpful. We were close to downtown and Woods Hole. It was convenient to the beaches. The perfect spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay in Falmouth. It’s close to a bike path and close enough to town if you want to walk a bit. The breakfast was great and the innkeeper was very helpful and informative and personable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025