Where to Stay

Listings for January/February 2012

1830 Shire Town Inn
Quality accommodations at affordable rates in the village of Woodstock, VT. A/C, Internet. Call (866) 286-1830. www.1830shiretowninn.com.

Woodstock Inn and Resort
A stay at the Woodstock Inn & Resort is the definitive Vermont experience. Set in historic Woodstock village, this Four Diamond-rated grand inn harkens back to a time when the slow but hard-working pace of life defined American values. Now, the living is still slow, and the hard work is expressed on the ski slopes, golf courses, trout streams and white water rapids that surround the quiet beauty of this heartland of Vermont. Call (800) 448-7900 or visit www.woodstockinn.com.

Baymont Inn
Luxury rooms, free  continental breakfast, outdoor pool, wireless Internet. High overlooking the hills of New Hampshire and Vermont. 45 Airport Road, West Lebanon, NH 03784. (603) 298-8888 or (800) 433-3466. www.baymontinns.com.

Home Hill Inn
Graciously restored accommodations in an idyllic county retreat built in 1818.  Each of the Inn's 12 beautifully appointed guest rooms feature private baths and most offer the warming glow of a fireplace.  A short drive from Hanover.  Plainfield, NH  (603) 675-6165. www.homehillinn.com.

Shaker Hill Bed and Breakfast
Renovated 1790s home, beautiful rooms, private baths, great breakfasts. Non-smoking. Short drive to campus. Reservations: (877) 516-1370; (603) 632-4519. www.shakerhill.com.

Breakfast on the Connecticut
Sits on 23 acres in Lyme, just 12 miles from Dartmouth and overlooking the tranquil Connecticut River. Completed in 1997, we have 15 spacious bedrooms replete with amenities, each with private bath, TV/VCR and thoughtfully appointed. Some bedrooms have gas fireplaces, skylights, romantic Jacuzzi tubs and a stunning view of the river. Bicycles, canoes and kayaks are complimentary, as is the 8-person Jacuzzi spa. Open year-round. For a virtual tour, see our web site. Our gracious B&B is the perfect place to escape for a weekend, a vacation, a retreat or reunion. A hearty New England breakfast with house specialties and real maple syrup makes getting up each morning a treat. 651 River Road,Lyme, NH 03768. (603) 353-4444; (888) 353-4440. www.breakfastonthect.com.

Hotel Coolidge
White River Junction Historic District. Four miles from the Green; vintage railroad hotel provides country inn ambiance. Excellent value. Full service for reunions, luncheons and parties. (800) 622-1124.www.hotelcoolidge.com.

The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm
A 12 minute drive from Hanover will provide this original 1793 home of Vermont’s first lieutenant governor; careful restoration maintains the 19th-century character and charm while adding modern conveniences to 25 beautiful guest rooms. Biking, canoeing, kayaking and fly fishing on site. Tented wedding, reunion and meeting specialists. Reservations: (800) 235-3133. info@quecheeinn.com,www.quecheeinn.com.

The Quality Inn at Quechee Gorge
Minutes from the Junction of I-89 and I-91, and 12 minutes from Dartmouth. Spacious guest rooms and suites. Full service Restaurant on premises. Hot Breakfast, indoor pool, fitness room. Pet Friendly. Wireless Internet. Exit 1 off I-89 in VT three miles on Route 4 West. www.qualityinnquechee.com. (800) 732-4376.

The Chieftain Motel
Alumni gather at a hidden haven…2 miles from Dartmouth. Beautiful grounds situated on the Connecticut River. Canoes free to our guests. Equipped with scull racks and rowing dock. River boat cruises available. Deluxe continental breakfast served. Pet friendly. (603) 643-2550.www.chieftaininn.com.

The Sunset Motor Inn
Serene. Most rooms have river view. Cable, Wi-Fi, a/c, free local calls,continental breakfast. AAA. Two miles south on Main Street (Route 10); (603) 298-8721.

Apple Hill inn Bed & Breakfast
Country elegance, healthy gourmet breakfast, spectacular views. In Woodstock, VT. Call (802) 457-9135.www.applehillinn.com.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites
The best accommodations & service the Upper Valley has to offer! Please enjoy our spacious guest rooms & suites, high-speed wireless internet, deluxe continental breakfast and covered parking garage, as well as advantages offered through our Priority Club membership program! 121 Ballardvale Drive, White River Junction, VT 05001; (802) 299-2700. www.hiexpress.com/whiteriverjct.

Butternut Lane Bed and Breakfast
1821 brick farmhouse overlooking the Connecticut River just 3 miles from Dartmouth Green. 3 charming guest rooms and 3 spacious common rooms for rest & relaxation. Reservations: (802) 649-1549.

Residence Inn by Marriot/Lebanon
The preferred all-suite hotel in the Upper Valley! Located just 3 miles from Dartmouth College.  Studio, 1 and 2-bedroom suites feature a fully equipped kitchen and separate, well-designed areas for living, working and sleeping. Complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Shuttle service to campus, high speed internet, and complimentary access to the River Valley Club. Residence Inn is a pet friendly hotel. 603-643-4511 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/lebri-residence-inn-hanover-lebanon/.

The Trumbull House Bed & Breakfast
Hanover’s first and finest B&B, just 4 miles east of campus.  Luxurious country lodgings with six spacious rooms and sumptuous breakfasts.  Free high speed wi-fi, plus a Business center.  16 acres with a swimming pond, trails, and gardens.  40 Etna Road,  Hanover NH, (603)643-2370 trumbullhouse@gmail.com, www.trumbullhouse.com

Twin Farms
An exclusive country estate hideaway on 300 acres in Barnard, VT, with whimsical cottages and suites, exceptional cuisine, fine wines and spirits and intuitive service. A scenic 30-minute drive from Hanover. Year-round activities on-site include downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, tennis, swimming, lawn games and biking. Five-star rating by Forbes and #1 Small Hotel in the U.S. (Best Rooms & Best Service) by Zagat. Ask about our special Bed & Breakfast rate. 800-TwinFarms; www.twinfarms.com.

The New London Inn
Historic Main Street Charm. Offering exceptional accommodations, restaurant, tavern and spa–all the luxuries conveniently located to the Upper Valley.  Complimentary breakfast, Flat-screens, WiFi. Jacuzzi suites. (603) 526-2791; thenewlondoninn.com.

White River Inn and Suites
Now open! Call (800) 370-4656 for information on White River’s newest hotel.  91 Ballardvale Drive, White River Jct., VT 05001.

The Lyme Inn
The Lyme Inn has welcomed travelers to the Upper Valley for over 200 years.  Just 9 miles from Dartmouth College, our 9 guest rooms and 5 suites reflect a careful harmony between historic elegance and contemporary luxury.  Our award-winning restaurant tantalizes your palate with locally sourced culinary creations, while our warmth and hospitality invite you to return.  1 Market Street, Lyme, NH, (603) 795-4824; www.thelymeinn.com.

Snapdragon Inn
Featured in Food & Wine Magazine as one of "America's Best"— just five miles from Highway 91 and a short 15 minute drive to Hanover, NH. Snapdragon Inn offers pure, fresh relaxation in newly renovated rooms appointed with custom designed beds. Rooms feature all the latest technology with HD TVs and free wireless access, and bathrooms with heated tile floors and claw foot soaking tubs. Private lawn and gardens connect onto a nature preserve with a lake and miles of hiking trails. Continental breakfast. Located near Harpoon Brewery, Simon Pearce factory outlet, St. Gaudens historic site, and Mt. Ascutney State Park. 802-227-0008; www.snapdragoninn.com

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