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Ship's Knees Inn

3.0 star property
Experience a tranquil retreat with a delicious breakfast to start your day. Relax by the pool or stroll through the beautiful garden.

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Escape to Ship's Knees Inn in East Orleans and indulge in a continental breakfast, unwind on the serene garden or lounge by the seasonal outdoor pool. Enjoy free WiFi, self parking, beach towels and take advantage of concierge services during your stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #16)

Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #16)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe King Bedroom #4)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #2)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #8)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Deluxe Queen Bedroom #9)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Petite Queen Bedroom #15)

Room, Private Bathroom (Petite Queen Bedroom #15)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Superior King Room #14)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Ocean View Apartment-1 bedroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Room, Private Bathroom (Standard King Bedroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Superior Queen Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, Private Bathroom (Twin Bedroom)

Room, Private Bathroom (Twin Bedroom)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite, Private Bathroom (King Bedroom Nauset Suite)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King Room

Ocean View King Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Queen Room #12

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Garden view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Petite King Room #10

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located by the ocean, Ship's Knees Inn is in East Orleans, a neighbourhood in Orleans. Jonathan Young Windmill and Edward Penniman House and Barn are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Nickerson State Park. Orleans Bowling Center and Adventure Chatham are also worth visiting. Kayaking and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with skydiving and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Orleans travel guide
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Map
186 Beach Rd, Orleans, MA, 02643

What's nearby

  • Beautiful Beach. What a great beach! Big and gorgeous. Yarmouth's largest saltwater beach
    Cape Cod Beaches
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sand dunes and beach. Nauset Beach, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, USA
    Nauset Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Skaket Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
    Skaket Beach
    11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Nauset Inlet
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nickerson Home
    4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Logan International Airport (BOS)
    115 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wendy's
    7 min drive
  • Hot Chocolate Sparrow
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • Hog Island Beer Co.
    7 min drive
  • Town Cove Tap House
    5 min drive

About this property

Ship's Knees Inn

Bed & breakfast near Cape Cod Beaches
You can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden at Ship's Knees Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Access to a nearby health club, express check-out and express check-in
  • Concierge services, a computer station and bike parking
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 1820
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
Tax ID - C0013492240
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Alcohol is not served at this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ship's Knees Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Ship's Knees Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ship's Knees Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ship's Knees Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ship's Knees Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ship's Knees Inn located?

Located in East Orleans, this beach bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Cape Cod Beaches and Nauset Beach. Nauset Inlet and Orleans Historical Society Meeting House Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Ship's Knees Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so quaint and adorable! The rooms are decorated so nicely and everything you could need for your stay has been anticipated. Extremely clean and well kept!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very interesting place

Very interesting place. The location was exceptional with Nauset Beach within walking distance along with Pricilla Landing. Room was nice, however, a dormer took up half of it which made that part of the room unusable except for a TV. I did not have my own bathroom, bath towels were not replaced and it also wasn’t cleaned. I did receive one set of towels if I put used ones out. They had an excellent breakfast each morning that was available for a couple of hours. Small breakfast area and a sitting area outside. Grounds were very nice with a pool, which I didn’t use. Excellent, very small staff, so very one knows your name….Overall, very pleasant experience. Next time I’ll ask for a different type of room, if it’s available. It was almost like a very expensive boarding house. It was pricey, but it’s all about location, location, location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay near beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. Throughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A relaxing spot close to beaches and good restaurants. Great breakfast bar, good healthy selections. Staff were friendly and responsive. Room was very small and dark, bed too soft for our backs but overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy

The property is beautiful and well kept. I liked that.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ship’s Knees Inn is a beautiful property run by lovely people. We truly enjoyed both patios for breakfast and nighttime fun around the fire pit; the excellent pool at the end of hot days; and the fresh and well-kept grounds (flowers everywhere.) The only reason this isn't a 5-star review is the significant drawbacks of our very tiny room: the bed was a super uncomfortable big marshmallow (we didn't sleep well during our entire visit); the walls were embarrassingly thin; and it was dark throughout the day. This room might best be used as a storage area; certainly not worth the cost. In any case we'd return to this Inn and request a better room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig, WEST WARWICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely little inn about a quarter mile from the Atlantic Ocean. They have a wonderful continental breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The level of the upkeep of property and structure by the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful stay I had! The property is beautiful and clearly well cared-for, and a short walk from the beach. It’s nestled into a quiet part of the town which is what I was looking for. The owners are accessible, friendly, and very helpful. It was so easy to follow the instructions for contactless check-in and check-out. The breakfast spread was simple but satisfying, just what I needed. My room was small but the furniture was arranged very nicely to make the most of it. My two complaints are: first, the room often felt damp despite the AC, though that’s likely explained by the orientation of that room in particular and the weather that week; and teeny tiny bugs invited themselves in by the window two nights of my stay—again, likely due to the orientation of the room and the damp weather. Neither of these issues prevented me from thoroughly enjoying my stay. I will absolutely look to stay there again next time I come out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind and attentive, fresh homemade snacks and breakfast and delicious hot coffee was provided in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in & out. Everything is as advertised. Clean, great location for beach walking distance. Owners Peter & Denise go out of their way to make you feel welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rich, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with easy access to Nauset beach. Very friendly staff and super safe approach to Covid safety.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Peaceful, tasteful and close to beautiful beach

With Covid-19 restrictions in place the stay was a bit different. I appreciated the extra precautions taken to provide a safe and quaint time. The place is charming and the grounds are beautiful. Beach is short walk away and is very nice. It’s peaceful and worth the trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was in excellent shape for its age. Peter the owner went out of his way to make sure we enjoyed our stay. Had a delightful two nights. Definitely would return. Cathy and Dan N.Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is a gift. So close to the most wonderful places on the Cape. Their property is charming and so lovingly maintained. The breakfast is fab fab fab. So inspirational that I’m even doing breakfasts for friends based on her recipes. Loved being there in a storm, love a good storm. I’m a Cape Codder. Will be coming here for years to come. Must share our secret garden with others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is beautifully maintained and conveniently located. Breakfast was lovely and the bed was comfortable. Every inch of space was maximized to provide a comfortable yet cozy stay. The grounds were beautifully manicured, and the staff was attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Nauset Beach. Room clean, comfortable, quiet. Breakfast was excellent, several good choices. Staff friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oleg

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020