I have almost forgotten how wonderful it can be to stay in a great B&B, and this one certainly…read morerestored my passion for it -- and then some. From the street it looked like a charming New England B&B and there are plenty of those in the area. What sets this particular one apart, in my opinion, are the following: * At the back of this charming home is a beautifully crafted, lush garden with a hammock and benches placed in strategic nooks designed for optimal book-reading or daydreaming. At the top of the small hill is a pergola -- for more daydreaming, or if you are a bride-to-be looking for a romantic venue, this tops the cake. * The added bonus: you get your own entrance to a walking trail (please see picture below) that connects to a network of trails. It's beautiful now in the the summer time. I imagined how much more beautiful it will be in autumn. I must come back. * The breakfasts are to die for!! Imaginative and definitely gourmet. BTW, I had stayed in some expensive hotels before (the Four Seasons, etc.) -- in my opinion, this B&B's breakfast is better. Way, way better. On my first day, the second course was freshly-baked frittata with a side of steamed kale and zucchini -- picked from their garden. The cheese had just the right gooey to it, and the eggs were fluffy. Day 2: French-toasted croissant filled with creamy custard and drizzled with maple-orange syrup. Yum! * The Owner, Lynn is a wonderful person who had lived in Brattleboro for a very long time and knows its ins and outs -- from where to get great cheese to Brattleboro's unique home architectures. Engaging when a guest needed help and wonderfully welcoming. Yet, I always felt I had my privacy. She has mastered how to be a great host. BTW, the rooms are clean and well kept with a touch of history and modern amenities -- for example: I had a double shower head (a rain shower and a handheld). One last thing: In a hotel or an Airbnb, I always felt unsafe -- locked and double locked. In contrast, in the three days that I stayed here, I left my windows open at night to feel the cool evening breezes from the garden, and during the day, I left my door unlocked while I ate breakfast at the dining room. Priceless. I would come back for the breakfast, or the garden and walking trails, or the wonderfully warm, welcoming atmosphere -- better still, get all three. This one is definitely worth going back to again and again whenever I find myself looking for a great place to stay in Vermont. Highly recommended!

"LIKE FAMILY!"…read more Richard and Lynn treat you like you family from start to finish!!!! We were in awe of the home, the decor, the homemade desserts, the little touches that made our trip very special. The suite was extremely clean and stocked with lovely linens, fresh fruit, coffee, and even fresh autumn leaves for a beautiful decorative flair. They were kind enough to pick us up from the Amtrak station and really attended to our every need. The suite was more than we had imagined, and the online pictures really do not do the Crosby House justice! Thanks The Crosby house for making our stay relaxing, romantic, and unbelievable!!!

What a wonderful find! Paul was the consummate host and even helped by taking me to the train…read morestation. The breakfasts were great and they accommodated my dietary restrictions without missing a beat or detracting from the quality. I stayed in the hummingbird suite and was pleased with the space and amenities. I would highly recommend staying at the Inn if you find yourself in the area.

We were greeted by Paul upon arrival- booked breakfast for 8 am- he gave us the keys to Rm 1…read more Charming room with Mountain View-(not easy to see through the trees or phone wires)- the bed was comfortable yet extremely squeaky. If you moved even a little we thought we'd wake other guests- pillows comfortable-this room faces the road- there was a lot of traffic- idling- loud music- they were painting the road at night so we figured that's why so much traffic- was our first time here- next time we'll be requesting a garden view room- live and learn. Accomodations were clean- breakfast in the morning was delicious-the coffee was very good. The website mentioned paths in the back- nice walk on side of lake- not epic- no need to do that- grounds I'm sure are gorgeous when all is in bloom- parking- very tight spaces- there are exact amount of spots for guests- to maneuver can be tricky at times- so pull into driveway slow! We will be back when in the area.

Long story short, my daughter's wedding was a dream at Alyson's. From the BEAUTIFUL upstairs suite…read morewhere we got our hair and make up done and got dressed for the wedding to the beautiful pond where they exchanged vows and, finally, the reception venue, things could NOT have been any better!!! Even with the rain during the day, it was absolutely breathtaking there!!! Brendalee is PHENOMENAL and a gem to deal with!! Thank you for EVERYTHING!!

Nice variety of apples for PYO. They also have bagged…read moreapples as well. Peaches were good as well. As in any PYO orchard, be prepared for some walking and lugging around bags of apples. Beautiful location (very scenic). They just weddings as well. Donuts were very good. Cider is very good as well. They sell some local products as well. Plenty of parking and outside seating. Highly recommend.

A lovely, quiet afternoon tea venue. An extensive tea menu, delicious sandwiches, scones and small…read morecakes in a peaceful setting. We have enjoyed many afternoon teas over the years and Harrisville Inn is one I share with family and friends. Take a drive to a beautiful spot in NH and relax.

The Harrisville Inn gets praise for its hospitality, provided by proprietor Maria Coviello and…read moreproximity to a great hill top wedding venue, Aldworth Manor, less than a mile away. The rooms are modest in that they don't have TVs and microwave ovens, but one room DOES feature a Jacuzzi bath tub for a little extra charge. The TV is in the first floor living room. Although wifi is available, your AT&T cell connection works best outside the Inn. Just a mile or down the road is a great beer and wine deli. Maria has at least 4 bedrooms with one on the first floor. The others are on the second floor (sorry no elevator). I stayed here for 3 nights in August 2019.(http://www.HarrisvilleInn.com)

Lovely location and amazing hosts. Location has plenty of parking and an amazing breakfast. It is…read morean old inn so don't expect shiny and new. Lots of charm and the view is stunning.

Love historic properties, and I have stayed at many in my New England travels. This one was a bit…read moreof a disappointment. Carpet ..get rid of the carpet and make it more traditional with wood floors and a few throws. . Add a few nice bath products not the cheapest out there...just saying. Didn't feel clean, seemed very dusty and with allergies that doesn't help. Room 8 is very dark and the bath is across the hall which is fine but then provide a washable robe. Breakfast was ok. Hot coffee, fresh muffins and a choice of fresh French toast or a baked oatmeal bar with apples.

Loved our stay here. We reserved the Suzie room on the website for the king bed as it was just the…read more2 of us visiting family. The building is easy to find, plenty of parking, and somewhat accessible. The parking lot is unpaved so not smooth in spots and can be messy in the rain/snow. There are steps and a short ramp into the building (looks a bit steep to me) and if you are staying overnight there is no elevator - the rooms are up one flight of stairs so be prepared. Jordan checked us in and we were all set in a couple minutes. There is a snack station in the hallway upstairs - Keurig, bottled water, chips, cookies - available all the time. Hair dryers and an ironing board are also in the hallway if you need them. The Suzie room is spacious with a fireplace and wall heating unit - both have remotes - and was very cozy. There are 4 windows (corner room) with magnetic (?) blinds but no drapes. The blinds work well but do not block out enough light at night - drapes would help - so the room does not get dark at night due to the streetlights. The bathroom has a surround with a shower that works well and gets nice & hot, and a toilet. The sink is outside the bathroom and is a very pretty ceramic bowl. I also loved the smooth, wide, wooden plank floors. We could hear footsteps & muffled voices from downstairs during business hours but it was quiet at night. The building is old and has been lovingly renovated. It's has a cozy, country charm with antiques and knickknacks throughout. We had dinner with family in the restaurant the night we arrived. Good menu selection and the food was great. Margaret (the owner) made us breakfast in the morning (available from 7-9am) and that was lovely! If you need something just ask - she was able to get us another box of tissues (we don't need much lol). We heard that the building might be haunted - ghost hunters (the TV show) has visited. We stayed for 3 nights and I did not hear, see, feel or otherwise sense any spirits in our room. Maybe in the other rooms? We would definitely stay here again in the future!

We were definitely impressed by the Arlington Inn. We were immediately greeted with a southern…read morestyle. The room was decorated with country decor and comfortable. The decor was great - the flow of the room was a little awkward, with low dressers and desks - but that's the style ... no harm done. Each room is styled and decorated with a different theme. Their restaurant is the A+ factor for this property. Everything is made fresh to order and was a pleasant experience. We are planning on coming back and visiting the Arlington Inn.

I'm going to be extremely fair in my review and explain all details and why. I know many people…read morelove this place, and I was so excited to go here but I need to be very honest in the ways they can improve and why 3 stars and not 5 stars from us. The booking and check in process was smooth and easy. The front staff were very friendly on the phone and in person. They walked us around to show us the grounds. Our room was exactly as we expected so no surprise there. It was ready when we arrived, clean and stocked with the basics (towel, soap). We didn't have high expectations for a new/updated room as the photos are exactly how the room was. No fancy frills but clean and absolutely fine to stay in. The beds are not that comfortable but fine. The wall paper in farm house 6 was peeling a bit and wear and tear around the unit was present but we did expect the room to be outdated and didn't have any issues over all with the room. The main reason for our 3 star is really based on food, amenities, and grounds. As for food, do not have high expectations as it's very basic. I would rate it 2 at best, but it's all inclusive and does feed the mass groups. Our waitress the first night was awful, we didn't eat for almost an hour. She told us she was rusty and not ready for the groups yet. Little weird, but I guess she was being honest. The other night/day team were much better and more competent. One odd thing we did notice, food is not in abundance when it's put out for guests to grab. Once something runs out, it runs out. I'm all for not wasting food, that's very important but we noticed often food would run out (cookies, appetizers, and other items to grab-go). For example, the cocktail adults evening, majority of the finger appetizers ran out. Another night, they had watermelon for dessert and it ran out. Ultimately, we can't say we didn't eat, we did, some items just would run out and that was it in terms of offerings. Another concern was the indoor pool, it was freezing. Like unable to swim at all -cold- cold. I would think summer time the pools outside are much better, but we didn't try those as it was too early in the season (April). The toys on the main lawn near the sand pit and volleyball area are all broken and worn out. One of the swings broken and missing. The kiddie barn is broken where the kids play. The boats near the lake are all broken and dingy. I understand this place is more about family legacy and farm life, which yes is special, but most things I found are falling apart around the main lawn area especially. Just in general, broken or not cared for. I am not expecting anything to be brand new or perfect but they're run down. We did most of the kid events and the play doh was all dried out and the crafts very limited. We felt there could've been a few more kid friendly events going on (maybe a movie, more crafts, outdoor music/games, outdoor events). The activity staff seemed really uninterested when it came to many of the events too which was unfortunate. Rather than really engage the kids they often stood around. These are the main reasons for our 3 star review. The concept and legacy idea for families is awesome, but the upkeep just isn't there and not as much engagement as we hoped. I love being outdoors, and for my kids to enjoy their time outside and farm life but they need to clean up a bit here. A few things we did love, to be fair and honest, the farm animals, Pony Ride, Easter egg hunt, and magic show. They were fun and engaging. Also, my kids absolutely loved trying to get eggs from the Hens (despite the limited number, but that's not East Hill's fault, that's just kiddos who claim them all and run away before others get a chance to grab one from the Hens). I also had a massage, that's not East Hill, but their outside vendor they use in their main lobby. It wasn't very good. The lady was nice but the chair massage was not relaxing or enjoyable. She barely massaged me. I wouldn't recommend spending $20 on this add on. This spot has so much incredible potential if they just maintained it better. Such special memories for families to create here. I get leaving the rooms nostalgic and maybe the farm areas, but the grounds, toys, arts and crafts and a few other areas could use some upkeep. Unfortunately that's why this is only a 3 star from our family.

I have wonderful memories of visits when I was a child, decades ago, with my family of origin, and…read morethen also visiting there when my son was a youngster! Now, planning a visit with my son, his wife, and their toddler daughter! Everything- sO enjoyable!

We loved the delicious breakfasts in the mornings,and the yummy warm mulled apple cider and fresh…read morebaked cookies in the evenings. In this family owned bed and breakfast inn, everyone was warm, friendly, and kind. The place was very clean. There are some original parts that date to its origin as a pub and inn from the late 1700s. Some quirks in the facility are due to various retrofittings and building updates. We really enjoyed staying here. But if you are looking for more modern or luxurious accommodations, this may not be for you.

My wife Terri and I were on a trip around New England two weeks ago and stayed three nights at the…read moreWhetstone Inn. We absolutely loved it. A great jumping off spot for driving around the local area. And the Inn itself was fantastic too, starting with Jeff who was very helpful and welcoming. Robin took our reservation over the phone and she also was very friendly. The breakfasts were very good and it was great to hang out behind the Inn where there is a large pond. We did do a trip up to Woodstock and truthfully we were very happy that we were staying at the Whetstone Inn rather than someplace in Woodstock. Way more relaxing I think. It was our first visit to New England and it might be a while before we get back but when we do, we'll be staying at the Whetstone Inn. Go, you'll love it.