When is check-in and check-out?
We want you to have as much time on the Island as you can get. If you are able to arrive in the morning we are happy to hold your bags until your room is ready. Feel free to use the restrooms or snag some of the breakfast as it wraps up. If you come later, that's great too. If your travel plans prevent you from arriving by 6:00PM please let us know, we worry about you!
On your departure day we ask that you bring your things down from the room by 10am but if you are able to spend the day on the Island we can help with that. We are happy to hold your bags in our parlor or arrange for a dock porter to take them to the ferry.
How do I get to the B&B?
You have a couple options to get here.
You can take a horse drawn taxi and have your luggage go with you in the carriage. To minimize wait time on the dock we recommend contacting the taxi office before you board the ferry on the mainland. Their number is (906)-847-3323
You could walk and bring your bags with you.
You could send bags ahead with a dock porter, they work for tips and work hard. This allows you to spend time downtown first, no rush to get here.
How far is your B&B from the ferry?
We are located on the edge of town, about a 10-15 minute walk. But who doesn’t love a good stroll in one of the most beautiful places in the country? This means you can be downtown when you want to be and when you don’t you’ll love the tranquility of our location. When you see Mission Point Resort and their gorgeous great lawn you’ll know your happy place is just around the corner!
What is a dock porter and how much should I tip?
A dock porter is basically a bellman on a bicycle. And you know what? It works. You’ll find them at the luggage claim area on the docks. They can pull off incredible feats of magic, all while dodging pedestrians, horses and other bikers! Some can balance up to ten bags on their bike without using a cart!. To reward these feats of strength, magic, and bravery we recommend $3-4 per bag, $5 if its heavy and a $10 minimum per trip.
How much does a taxi cost?
Taxi rates are about $9 per person each way. Children 5-12 are half price and children under 5 are free, they also carry your luggage for free! Unlike in cities, you can not hail a cab on the street, rides must be arranged by calling the dispatcher. It’s a good way to work a carriage ride into your itinerary. Call- (906)-847-3323.
Do you rent bicycles?
We do and our prices are much more reasonable then in town. Our fleet are 7 speed bikes. Bike rentals are $50 for 24 hours. You are welcome to bring your own bike, there is ample space to park them.
Do you take children?
For a couple days, but we give them back when you leave. All kidding aside, children are more than welcome! The house is happiest when children are around. This is a family business and our family has made made many memories within this house. Come create traditions of your own.
We have two pack-n-play's that can be set up in rooms for the smallest ones so you don't have to worry about lugging that with you on your trip. Also, when kids are in the house the random chance of having waffles or cinnamon rolls increases by 90%. Funny how that works.
Do you have shared bathrooms?
We do. Small Point is a cottage built in 1882 and was built without indoor plumbing, that's just how things worked back then. The second floor has five bedrooms on it with two bathrooms while the third floor has two rooms to one bathroom. It’s kind of like sharing a bathroom as you did with your siblings growing up but we think that your fellow guests are probably more considerate. We find that since everyone has their own agenda people aren’t needing the facilities at the same time.
Do I need to bring towels?
We gotcha covered there. We have big towels, hand towels, face towels, bathmats, all supplied in your room. We have shampoo, conditioner, bar soap and body wash available. There are even hair dryers in each bathroom, less things to pack!
What's for breakfast?
What isn't for breakfast? We make waffles with a homemade yeast batter, stratas and frittatas, so many homemade muffins, the best homemade chocolate chip banana bread, homemade maple walnut scones, homemade cheddar jalapeño scones, cinnamon rolls made by hand in home (one might say homemade?), beautiful homemade fruit strudels, and homemade coffee cakes. Wow it's so easy to get tired of saying homemade while working here because everything is homemade. #smallpointproblems
Those were just some of the rotating items, we offer three each day. We always have fresh fruit, a selection of juices, milk, cereal, and bread for toasting. Greek yogurt parfaits are made to order with fruit compote and our homemade granola. If we forget to offer don’t be shy about asking for one!
If you have allergies , food sensitivities or follow a diet that might differ from what you’ve read above, please let us know. We pride ourselves on being able to accommodate a wide variety of dietary needs. We seriously want to feed you! It’s easier if you let us know in advance of your arrival. We bake fresh every day but may be getting a head start before you arrive so let us know when you make your reservation or when you read this!
When is breakfast served?
We put out coffee at 6:30 so come on down early risers. Breakfast food is available from 7:30-10:00am. We leave out pastries left over after that time so you can nosh when you want. If you want to catch the first ferry off the Island or have an early meeting we won’t let you leave hungry. Tell us what your plans are and we will take care of you!
Do you have reviews on-line I can see?
Yeah check us out!! We can’t be all things to all people. See why some people love us and some not so much. This will give you a good idea where you fall on that scale.
Can I bring food for other meals? Do you have refrigerators?
We do, eating out for every meal can get to be a drag, not to mention expensive. When you get here just let us know and we'll show you the fridge that's hidden in plain sight. Use the honor rule and only use stuff that you put in there. There is also a freezer with complimentary ice, a water tower for refilling water bottles and a microwave for heating up leftovers.
Be warned. leaving food out can be willfully misinterpreted as an offering to the four legged inhabitants of the island. Don’t encourage bad behavior on their part.
Can I look at the rooms?
Of course! If you want to know what your room looks like you can check the gallery page here, or look at individual rooms by flower names.