Phineas Swann Bed and Breakfast Inn
Located in the heart of historic Montgomery, the fully remodeled Phineas Swann is one of New England's best romantic bed and breakfasts, according to Boston Magazine. The Inn offers seven cozy room options among three separate houses. The Green, Red and Blue Rooms, located within the main inn, come with private bathrooms, plasma TVs with DVD players, Internet hookups, free Wi-Fi Internet and individually controlled air conditioning. The Honeymoon and Bulldog Suites, located in the Carriage House, come with the same amenities, but are much larger (the Bulldog Suite has two bedrooms and a living room). The First and Second Floor Suites, located in the River House, are each one-bedroom apartments that overlook the Trout River. Each has a full kitchen, private hot tub and fireplace (in addition to the standard amenities). All of the rooms at Phineas Swann contain ultra-soft four-poster beds. The main areas include a lush flower garden, river sitting area, living room, music room, den/library and dining room. There is also an outdoor hot tub. Rates include a deluxe breakfast. Additionally, all four Carriage and River House Suites are pet-friendly.
Nearby attractions include the Jay Peak Ski Resort, Northern Forest Canoe Trail, at least six golf courses and dozens of hiking and biking trails.
Phineas Swann Bed and Breakfast Inn
195 Main St.
Montgomery Center, VT 05471
802-326-4306
phineasswann.com
West Hill House
One of only two bed and breakfasts in Vermont belonging to BedandBreakfast.com's Diamond Collection, the environmentally green certified West Hill House is one of the most consistently well-rated lodgings in the area. Located among nine acres of forest in Vermont's Green Mountains, this bed and breakfast has eight individually decorated rooms, each with a private hot tub or steam shower, private bathroom, TV and fireplace. There are three common rooms (including a pool room) in the house and a giant, landscaped garden out back. The owners, Peter and Susan Maclaren, provide full country breakfasts for guests, as well as a collection of more than 1,000 books and 500 movies to browse and view. West Hill House has a license to serve wine and beer on the premises, and Peter and Susan have a small wine cellar, in addition to a selection of various local beers. The facility does not accept pets, and children must be at least 12 years old.
Nearby attractions include the Sugarbush Ski Resort and Golf Club (just one mile away), Shelburne Museum and tons of various hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming, golf and tennis spots.
Innkeepers Peter and Susan Maclaren
1496 West Hill Rd.
Warren, VT 05674
802-496-7168
westhillbb.com
Stone Hill Inn
Stone Hill Inn is in the historic village of Stowe, and Forbes.com has named it one of America's top 12 bed and breakfasts. This romantic couples retreat offers nine uniquely decorated and furnished luxury rooms, each with a fireside hot tub, king-sized bed, LCD TV and DVD/VCR. The Inn's common area features a game room with pool table and an outdoor hot tub. The grounds surrounding the Inn have a large perennial garden and forest trail. Rates include a full breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres, and there is free Wi-Fi Internet access. Stone Hill does not add service charges or gratuity to the bill, like most bed and breakfasts in the area.
Nearby attractions include skiing, golfing, fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking and rock climbing locales.
Stone Hill Inn
89 Houston Farm Road
Stowe, VT 05672
802-253-6282
stonehillinn.com
