The 1708 House is a historic boutique hotel in Southampton, New York. The main house dates back to 1708, with a cellar believed to be from around 1648. It was restored and opened to guests in 1996. This property offers a central village location, making it ideal for exploring Southampton's ocean beaches, shops, galleries, and restaurants on foot. It welcomes couples and travelers seeking historic character.
Should you book The 1708 House?
A stay in a historic house with unique rooms and a central Southampton location.
Best for
- Historic atmosphere
- Walkable village access
- Couples getaway
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests seeking modern hotel facilities
- Travelers wanting extensive on-site dining
Historic rooms
Accommodations are situated in different sections of the main house, dating from the 18th to 21st centuries, each with private bath, TV, and Wi-Fi. Cottages offer two bedrooms and some include kitchens.
Central village location
Located on Main Street, the property is within walking distance to Southampton's shops, galleries, and restaurants. Coopers Beach is approximately one mile away.
Gardens and common areas
Guests can enjoy the garden and sun terrace, a formal parlor with a fireplace, and a wood-paneled reading room. Evening refreshments are served on the brick patio.
Continental breakfast
A continental buffet breakfast is provided, featuring Limoges china and sterling silver. Special diet menus are available upon request.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Exceptional Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
View
- Inner courtyard view
- Garden view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
Location
126 Main Street, Southampton, NY 11968, United States, Southampton, New York
The 1708 House is located in Southampton, New York.
5 sights nearby, the closest being The Artist Study Gallery & Studio at 300 ft; the nearest train station, Southampton, is 0.5 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- The Artist Study Gallery & Studiogallery300 ft
- Southampton Historical Museummuseum0.2 mi
- Agawam Parkpark0.4 mi
- Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Churchplace of worship0.5 mi
- Halsey Homesteadmuseum0.7 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
9.6 / 10 · Exceptional on Booking.com, from 140 guest reviews
The 1708 House earns overwhelmingly enthusiastic praise across almost all 30 reviews, with guests consistently highlighting the exceptionally warm and attentive staff (particularly Edgar and Chef John), the delicious made-to-order breakfast, and the rare charm of staying in a genuinely historic property. Complaints are almost non-existent — the only specific gripes noted were eggs being unavailable on one off-season visit and outdoor amenities being weather-dependent — making this one of the most consistently well-regarded stays in the area.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 30 · average 9.9
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What are the dining options at The 1708 House?
The property serves a continental buffet breakfast daily. Special diet menus are available. Guests can walk to numerous restaurants in Southampton village.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available for guests. This includes complimentary beach parking passes during the season for nearby beaches.
What rooms are available?
Rooms include 18th, 19th, 20th, and 21st Century Accommodations in the main house, plus three Two-Bedroom Cottages. All have private baths.
Does the hotel have Wi-Fi?
Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Can I walk to the beach from The 1708 House?
Yes, you can walk to Southampton's ocean beaches, including Coopers Beach, which is approximately one mile away. Complimentary beach parking passes are provided seasonally.
What is there to do near the hotel?
You can easily walk to Southampton shops, galleries, and restaurants. The area also offers boating, sailing, and visits to local wineries.
What are the check-in and check-out procedures?
The property offers private check-in and private check-out services for guests.