Smalley's Inn & Restaurant, Carmel
Smalley's Inn & Restaurant in Carmel, NY, was reputedly haunted by the ghost of Elizabeth Smalley, the innkeeper's daughter who died as a child. The inn's history of paranormal activity focused on the presence of her spirit, though it was also known for its family-owned operation and eventual closure due to financial and health reasons. The main focus of the inn's haunted history was the spirit of Elizabeth Smalley, the daughter of the original innkeeper, James Smalley. She reportedly died as a toddler, and her ghost was said to remain at the establishment. The restaurant was first opened in 1852 by James Smalley. It was rebuilt in 1924 after a fire and was known for serving Italian-American cuisine before its closure. The restaurant closed its doors in January 2020, with the owner citing financial and health issues as the reasons for shutting down the business after 55 years.