To find this gem in Toms River was truly amazing! I stayed after Christmas and this Victorian Mansion was heavenly! It was fully decorated for Christmas, with Christmas music playing throughout the house and my room even had it's own Christmas tree! I checked-in during tea time and live piano music was being performed in the lobby! My room was clean, warm and cozy. The shared common area had waters, a Keurig machine and delicious home-made treats available. The included breakfast was my favorite part! Everything home-made from the scones, to frittata, fruit salad, lemon cream and clotted cream. It was served in a delightful lavender room with a blazing antique fireplace. If you love antiques and old mansions and fully decorated rooms-this place is for you! Great for a romantic couple getaway, but I just felt like pampering myself for Christmas. Mathis House feels like a warm, cozy hug! read more

We attended the murder mystery dinner and had a pleasant evening overall, but there were several aspects that kept it from meeting our expectations. The highlights were definitely the food and tea. Everything was delicious, and I appreciated that my dietary restrictions were accommodated without any issues. There was also ample parking, and our server was pleasant. Unfortunately, the biggest disappointment was the murder mystery itself. We've attended several murder mystery dinners over the years, and this was the least engaging cast we've experienced. The acting lacked the energy and immersion we were expecting, especially considering the cost of the event. Since the performance is the main attraction, we had hoped for a much stronger production. While our server was kind, the service could have been more attentive. We had to ask for water refills and for our tea to be replenished with hot water. Those are small touches that guests should be offered rather than having to request, especially during a tea service. I was also disappointed that wine was only available by the bottle instead of by the glass. Lastly, my companion and I spent a great deal of time creating our costumes for the event. We stepped away briefly to explore one of the beautifully decorated rooms, and during that time the costume contest was held. We either didn't hear or weren't given a clear announcement before it began, so we completely missed the opportunity to participate. Better communication would have made a big difference. Overall, the venue, food, and tea were excellent, but the quality of the performance and some aspects of the service and event organization left us disappointed. With improvements in those areas, this could be a truly memorable experience. read more

Mathis House - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

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Leaving a review for the Mathis House is past due for me. I found this place doing a Google search for "hot tea" in Toms River. I called them and expected them to say that they had no vegan or gluten-free options. But the owner, Vicki, answered the phone and told me they had vegan and gluten-free tea service, including scones, sandwiches, desserts, and more. I was shocked! My mom and I went there for lunch about a week later. Our waitress was so knowledgeable about the house and the food options and she answered all of our questions. That was the beginning of a long history of coming to the Mathis House. I have since brought groups of friends ranging from five to twenty. We have attended a few Afternoon Teas, including the holiday sessions; Cinco de Mayo, and a Masquerade Murder Mystery. I recently celebrated my birthday there. My favorite thing about the house is how we can view the lovely decorations. The house is decorated to reflect every season. Plus, I love how vintage and classy the atmosphere feels. A visit to the Mathis House is always an enjoyable time! read more

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What a beautiful afternoon for High Tea . When you first walk in you feel like you stepped back in time with the historic bed and breakfast retreat. There was a lovely piano player to set the mood and the room was filled with gorgeous antiques. The upstair gift shop was a glorious selection of tea and trinkets to take home. The tea service was fantastic accompanied by soup , salad , sandwiches and delicious pastries . Definitely a hidden gem in the heart of Tom's River NJ. Mathis House thank you for your hospitality read more

I've never been to a place like this and came around the holiday time with my family. We have told him ahead of time about dietary restrictions and they were great at honoring that throughout the meal. I like the variety of tea options however, the tea kettle water did not stay warm for very long. Our favorite part of the meal was the soup. The sandwiches, snacks and desserts were underwhelming unfortunately. The place was decorated beautifully. Each room has its own vibe/theme which was adorable. Definitely worth checking out to experience it. read more

Lovely afternoon tea. Small salad, delicious cup of soup with croutons (we had carrot coconut) and a nice presentation of tea sandwiches, scones, dessert. The soup, scones, and tea sandwiches were amazing. The dessert was lovely, perhaps not as imaginative as other afternoon teas but still very lovely. They don't rush you which is so nice. You can wander the first and second floor of the mansion to view the other tea rooms, retail shopping, and even peek at some of the bedrooms if they're open at the time. read more

Mathis House - Afternoon 5-course tea, preceded by a small salad and cup of soup - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

We had the most beautiful bridal shower everything was perfect and attention to every detail Danielle was a pleasure to work with just a pleasant experiece thank you all read more

My husband and I had a wonderful one night stay at the Mathis House at the end of September. We had a party to attend down in Toms River and we wanted to also celebrate our 10 year anniversary so I was looking for a nice place to stay the evening. Someone recommended the Mathis House and I am so glad they did! What a cute bed and breakfast! We arrived around 3:00 to check in and we stayed in the room, Lady Genevieve. It was a very cute Parisian themed room with a queen bed, a small TV, a cute vanity, and a smallish bathroom. We were brought up to the room by the hostess down in the tea room. She explained to us there are snacks upstairs by the rooms and a Keurig coffee maker. She also warned us that the house is quite old, so it takes time for the shower to heat up. To be honest, I didn't feel like it took that long at all, and everything was perfect. The bed was comfortable, the room was clean, temperature was perfect, and the included breakfast in the morning just really hit the spot! Breakfast was at 9:30 downstairs in the tea room (which was so cute and decorated for Fall). I had a coffee and an orange juice. The breakfast spread was absolutely delicious. The waitress brought out a board of all the most amazing breakfast foods. We got cinnamon raison french toast, sausage and cheese frittatas, bacon, fresh fruit, and orange / cranberry scones. It was all to die for. So so good. And the scone? Top notch! I felt full, but not overly full. It was the perfect amount for the both of us and it was such a nice way to end an enjoyable stay at the Mathis House. read more

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I've gone to bingo with friends twice. The place is very nicely decorated. The tea and scones are wonderful. I would do more there if they didn't charge $50 per person for their other events. read more

I went to this place today with a group of 15 people for their tea experience. The food was delicious along with the three different teas that they served with soup, salad, sandwiches, & desserts. I definitely will try this place again. read more

Mathis House - Salad with raspberry vinaigrette dressing. - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

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first time ever going here , place was amazing , Awesome Design & details! it was for a bridal shower with at least 35 guests! each table had about 4 to 5 ladies ! Now upon arrival 11:00 am ( time listed ) each table had 3 pots of different teas to try ! Table were set nicely accordingly to the tea Theme out table did not have Sugar cube bowl on it and we couldn't drink our hot tea until we received sugar! Now our salads were being served , our table which was middle of the room were last to receive a tea cup of salad which was very fresh and delicious, Our choice of soup was served next , again last to be served . But what was disappointing was having to hear about how this place came to light ! Now normally it would have been okay to stop eating and listen to the tour guild tell his tale but we were only there for 2 hours ( again bridal shower ) When the story was over we were then served the 3 tiers of finger sandwiches which were Egg salad on cut in half croissant ! Cucumber & scallions cream cheese, little tuna salad and a turkey & cheese ! bottom shelf , only small half per person was offered . second level had just one blue berry scone per person! they were soft and very sweet! Top shelf of the tier was sweets little bite size pieces of marble cakes , 2 straw berries covered in chocolate ( 4 ppl at table ) a few mini cupcakes ! The hostess was asked by several guest to please put the Air Conditioner on it was very hot out that day we were all sweating that also ruined the experience !! Would I go again ? Yes but never in August' ! read more

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I have lived in Toms River for 10 years and point honestly did not know this place existed until two weeks ago. It is such a pleasant time. I think that is the best way to describe it. Everyone in the staff is so kind and knowledgeable about the tea. They take photos for you which was nice. There's also a little gift shop where you can purchase teas or even local goods. They have hats to wear to fit in the tea vibe. Realllly enjoyed it. read more

Mathis House - 5 course tea party - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

I organized my daughter's bridal shower from FL. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The team handled everything from food allergies to help with decor. The servers were excellent and gave a brief history of the house while attending to everyones needs. The tea and food selection was both beautiful and delicious. I would highly recommend. read more

What a nice Victorian B&B tight in the heart of Tom's River. As their ad says "The Lixury of Today, the Coziness of Yesterday ". I did not stay here but since I was in the area , I was curious. You can book small gatherings like a moderate-sized party ie anniversaries, birthdays, corporate and tea. Very " English" if you get my point. There are five bedrooms in this three-story Victorian home. I believe the rates are mentioned in their website. They also sell on the third floor seasonal items such as Christmas & Thanksgiving tchotchkes with gift baskets. This is also a nice romantic getaway for those of that ilk. read more

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Charming! ! . Go back in time to the Victorian era and enjoy a traditional tea from vintage tea cup and teapot with tasty little finger sandwiches and scones. Choice of teas are phenomenal. Service was pleasant and educational. Price fixe was perfect. Take your daughter or granddaughter they'll love it read more

Mathis House - One of the sitting rooms in the Victorian home - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

Perfect in every way ...a true local gem ..outstanding service...great events and beautiful rooms...

The Mathis House is a must experience spot in Toms River. The house itself is just beautiful, especially at Christmas! I have not stayed there but attended many Teas. The food is typical Victorian Tea House fare. Finger sandwiches, desserts and traditional scones. All very tasty. The service is Impeccable. A great date with a best girlfriend or your daughters or besties! read more

Excellent customer service!! I absolutely loved the place. Exactly what I was looking for. My sister & I were worried we'd be over dressed but felt like we fit right in with the vibe. I was expecting to feel a little hungry after but oh my gosh the food was delicious & I was stuffed!! Be sure to take a look upstairs too, super cute!! I got the raspberry (I think) lemon tea. To die for. Next time I'm wearing a derby hat read more

Mathis House - Main course & dessert (lunch) - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

Our second visit to Mathis House was just as wonderful as our first! I love that they create new salads and soups using fresh, seasonal products. The carrot and coconut soup was incredible! The salad featured blueberries, watermelon, and dried cranberries. Our server was so attentive and the house is always beautifully decorated. I can't wait to return. read more

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We have been going to Mathis Tea House for many years for Christmas Tea. It has always been a lovely experience! The entire house is decorated beautifully! I appreciated a slight change in the section of sandwiches this year. Typically it's the same ones each year. I would like to see a more homemade dessert selection rather than just out of a box but they are still good. My only disappointment was the tea. We were started with 4 pots of tea for a table of 12 people. Typically it is 1 pot per person. But we were told they would bring more as needed and new flavors. The had absolutely no flavor to it. Each tea we were given tasted like hot water. We asked for 1 tea to be made stronger but it still tasted extremely weak. Finally when I ordered one last pot I asked for it to be stronger. It was finally at the strength we used to experience there. The waitress said she used 3 tea bags for it. I get trying to save a bit on costs but it's at the cost of the product being served. We will still go back for years to come. But if you want taste to your tea be sure to specifially ask for stromg and to leave the tea bags in to brew longer. Hoping for a better experience next year. read more

Cute though fairly expensive, my mom and I came to the Mathis house during their Christmas theme. My mom had come once before with a friend and I decided to treat her a second time. We've been to a few tea houses and this is definitely one of the better ones. We almost didn't come because of the weather, but they only do refunds as store credit, so we rescheduled. Originally we were to be set up in the parlor, but my mom wanted to be in the sea glass room, a side room with pink walls, and they were very accommodating. Our server was personable, and offered us her recommendations and preferences, giving us an idea on what to look forward to. Being in a side room was good because we were alone there and as more people came through the day, it was getting quite loud, though decently blocked out from our end. The decorations are very cute, though not all consistently Victorian Esque. Christmas music played from an echo dot in the room. We got a holiday tea menu to pick out our teas from. Around when we got the soup (two options, cream of mushroom or something with coconut) and salad, we also got our teas. One pot per person. Finally we got our tower. Our bellies were full with tea so even though the food itself isn't super filling, we were feeling full, and they offered us a to go box. While I really enjoyed the soup and salad, the sandwiches on the tea tower were mid, I didn't quite enjoy the sandwich collection, both the breads and the fillings. The scones were also on the softer side, which I didn't mind but my mom prefers. Overall it was a very calm and easy going experience. Note that the final price on the receipt was not the same as the pre-order fee over the phone, perhaps a result of extra fees, there's no breakdown other than the cost per person. read more

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What a lovely place to go to. I've been here for a baby shower which was super cute and we had half of the house to ourselves between the two rooms. Food was very fresh. The soups are amazing and so good! Love all the tea options and you get so much in the pot. It's also BYOB which is nice if you want some champagne or wine. I had to reschedule our reservation and they were so nice about and said our credit was valid for up to two years. The property is so nice to just relax on the porch or buy some mums! read more

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I've been watching the FB page for a few months now, looking at all the great events they host and finally made the trip up to Toms River for the day to give them a try. I'm very glad I did! We were seated immediately upon arrival; it wasn't super busy during our visit, just our table and one other in another room. Our server was great; she was very knowledgeable and very attentive during our visit. I loved that you had a stand with a variety of tea cups in the middle of the table for you to choose for your visit. I chose to try the Cotton Candy tea which was pretty good. We had the carrot coconut soup, a variety of tea sandwiches, apricot mini scone, and dessert assortment. Everything tasted as if it was freshly made and the scones were even served slightly warm. Great overall experience and we will definitely be back! read more

WOW! We went here with my in-laws and one year old dauber. I'm vegan and was worried about whether or not I'd have anything to eat. My mother-in-law called them in advance and the chef put together an incredible vegan platter for me. They made their carrot/ginger soup with almond milk and the platter was full of delicious vegan cream cheese sandwiches, chocolates, blueberry scone and incredible sweet shaved ice. I was so grateful and impressed with the service and thought the staff out into this. Our server was so friendly and quick. All in all it was a lovely place to spend the afternoon. 10/10!! read more

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The Mathis House is lovely! We stayed overnight in the spring. The rooms are nicely appointed and very clean! We reserved a table for afternoon tea service and had a wonderful time. The teas and desserts were delicious! A perfect weekend getaway for us! read more

A dear friend invited 3 of us to join for dinner at Mathis. They had a card on the table which indicated what you could "order" in that they listed various items with the word "or" inbetween-- this means you get a choice. No waitress ever came by so I finally asked for one to help us. It turns out the entire menu was dumped on one plate. They pork loin was gray and tough/end cut, the 2 turkey slices were tough and chewy. There was a smattering of stuffing, mashed potatoes, and some turnip looking thing. I left most of it behind. Having enjoyed high tea and brunch there, this was very very disappointing for the price per person. read more

A super cute romantic bed and breakfast with a tea room. We just checked in and the rooms are literally something your grandma would have ! So cute ! On the main floor is the tea room that opens at 11am and 3pm. Will update how the tea was tomorrow read more

Mathis House - Team Room menu - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

We had a great afternoon. Pretty inside food was good service was great. We really enjoyed ourselves

The Mathis House exceeded my expectations. The architecture and decor was top notch. Immaculately kept on every level. Thanks Mathis House ! read more

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I've been to this establishment twice already and I have not been disappointed. The ambiance is relaxing and sophisticated at the same time. The macarons where so very good, but I wish we could purchase them separately. This is definitely a place I'd love to keep coming back to so that I may try all of their teas! read more

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This is the third year my family and I have come to visit the Mathis House around the holiday season and we intend to keep this as a tradition! The Mathis House does not disappoint! The management and staff are beyond friendly and attentive. The owner is extremely approachable and values her customers feedback. You will definitely feel like a valued customer at the Mathis House! AND the food is delicious! read more

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My friend and I just went here this past Monday, and I haven't stopped thinking about it since. Well priced, you pay in advance when you book the reservation. We did an afternoon tea around 2:30 pm, and it was one of the best experiences I ever had. Definitely will be going back read more

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We went for tea service at the Mathis house this past Saturday and we were very impressed! Such a unique experience. First of all, the building is beautiful and they encourage you to explore it. We were offered a pot of tea for each person at the table, which allowed us to sample all five that they offered. All were outstanding. Soup and salad were very good, and the sandwiches and pastries were nice as well. We will definitely return! read more

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Very fun and unique experience! The decor was beautiful and they have a huge tea menu. You get to pick your own tea cup which was a cute touch. I love that each person gets to pick their own tea but the waitress we had wasn't too knowledgeable about what they offer. It's nice that we get to choose our soups and the main course provided one of each item for everyone so no sharing needed! The scones and cream were hands down the best part. We went the Sunday after Valentine's day so the desserts they gave us were clearly leftover and stale so that was a huge disappointment because they were beautiful. I definitely want to come back for a second shot as it was such a fun experience and so many teas to try! read more

Mathis House - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

Fun 2 hour tea party with my sisters. Foods fresh and deliciously prepared. Atmosphere old world charm with all the conveniences of modern living. Employees were friendly and attentive. At the end of our tea we were given a tour of the rooms available on the 2nd floor. A perfect afternoon. Great for larger groups and small parties as there are different rooms. Would make a wonderful venue for a baby or bridal shower Highly recommend. Dru Anastasio read more

Mathis House - Quiet table Private rooms great service w friendly staff - Bed & Breakfast Near Me - Toms River, New Jersey

Was so excited to go for afternoon tea for my 40th birthday and my aunt's birthday as well. I called and made reservations weeks ahead of time and even discussed menu with the person. We got there and it was as if they were surprised we were even there. We were seated and waited quite a while to get tea, food, etc. By the time we were asked what we wanted to eat (about an hour and half after our reservation time) they had ran out of the salad, the soups, and milk. When we asked why this was happening and told the woman we were so disappointed, she acted annoyed. The entire time she just acted like we were an inconvenience. I've had afternoon tea in may other places and this was such a disappointment, especially on such a special occasion. We will not be returning. read more

So, it was a beautiful and festive place! Everything was great EXCEPT the clotted cream. It was not clotted cream at all, but tasted like cream cheese frosting from a can, with the same look and consistency. Gross! Ruined the scone. The waiter called it clotted cream, and that's what it said on the menu, but it definitely was not! read more

What a cozy holiday tea! The staff were accommodating, friendly and efficient. The tea choices were plentiful and we ended up buying a package to take home. The scones were amazing and the sandwiches were adorable.There were Christmas trees everywhere and the pianist played all of the holiday classics. I was charmed. read more

If I could I'd give 4.5 stars. We've probably had 6-8 tea services since Vicki has taken over. The food keeps improving and quite delicious. I particularly like chocolate chip scones and the baker was kind enough to accommodate my special request but I know that cannot always be done. Everything was still decorated and even tho the holidays are over there was still some Christmas magic in the air including talented musicians. There was no rush and I appreciate having the few hours to enjoy each course. You think you will finish it all but we still came home with goodies. Disappointed couldn't get the tea I liked to take home but enjoyed the special day. read more

In town for a funeral. Found this place looking for a hotel... most of the local hotels are poorly rated because they're full of homeless people over the winter. Who wants that? And 600 Main was highly rated, and reasonable affordable at 100$ for the night. Vicky the owner was nice, and helpful, and made us a nice breakfast at a time of our choosing the next morning. She has 4 rooms, and in my opinion this place should be full every night. read more