Washington is home to some beautiful historic properties, some of which are available for visits or overnight stays (lucky us). One of the most underrated among them is definitely the Old Alcohol Plant, a structure that dates back to 1910 and is now a charming hotel and restaurant. Not only does the building have a fascinating history, but its current purpose is also pretty fantastic as well.

Port Hadlock is a small town in Jefferson County located on the Quimper Peninsula, about 10 miles south of Port Townsend.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook And while it certainly doesn’t have the amenities or tourist-friendly charm of Port Townsend, it’s still a delightful place to visit.

The Old Alcohol Plant was originally owned and operated by Charles H. Adams, the father of Ansel Adams, a famous photographer.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook This was where Classen Chemical Company made alcohol (not the drinking kind) out of sawdust. The plant closed its doors in 1913, and the property remained vacant for decades.

In 1978, Ray Hansen saw potential in this building. Over the course of nine years, he and his wife invested around $4 million to create The Inn at Port Hadlock, a hotel and resort.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook The hotel changed ownership several times and closed briefly due to some tax troubles before a small group of local philanthropists purchased and renovated it in 2011.

The Old Alcohol Plant Inn was opened in part to help fund Bayside Housing & Services, a transitional housing program meant to help community members who are at risk of homelessness.

Management / TripAdvisor Proceeds from hotel stays, restaurant meals, the art gallery, and weddings help fund Bayside. So when you stay here, you’ll help contribute to a good cause.

Speaking of staying here… this historic inn is delightfully charming.

Management / TripAdvisor The rooms are nice and cozy, ranging from regular king rooms to spacious suites with some luxurious amenities.

Spirits Bar & Grill is the resident eatery, and the food is fantastic.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook The menu is changed seasonally, mainly because quite a few of the ingredients come from the onsite garden.

Spirits Bar & Grill utilizes a long list of local purveyors, like Chimacum Corner Farmstand and Chimacum Valley Dairy, to create their classic American menu.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook The team here has done a wonderful job at creating a safe dining experience for all, with plenty of precautions being taken.

The Old Alcohol Plant is both a hidden gem and a historic treasure.

Management / TripAdvisor They also happen to be open all year and offer some great rates in the off season.

Would you sleep inside an old converted alcohol plant? Book your stay on the hotel’s website.

Old Alcohol Plant / Facebook

And while it certainly doesn’t have the amenities or tourist-friendly charm of Port Townsend, it’s still a delightful place to visit.

This was where Classen Chemical Company made alcohol (not the drinking kind) out of sawdust. The plant closed its doors in 1913, and the property remained vacant for decades.

The hotel changed ownership several times and closed briefly due to some tax troubles before a small group of local philanthropists purchased and renovated it in 2011.

Management / TripAdvisor

Proceeds from hotel stays, restaurant meals, the art gallery, and weddings help fund Bayside. So when you stay here, you’ll help contribute to a good cause.

The rooms are nice and cozy, ranging from regular king rooms to spacious suites with some luxurious amenities.

The menu is changed seasonally, mainly because quite a few of the ingredients come from the onsite garden.

The team here has done a wonderful job at creating a safe dining experience for all, with plenty of precautions being taken.

They also happen to be open all year and offer some great rates in the off season.

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Address: 310 Hadlock Bay Rd, Port Hadlock, WA 98339, USA