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New England's Best Historic Inns
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HENRY FARM INN
2206 Green Mountain Turnpike, Chester, VT
From $115, including full breakfast. Innkeepers: Patricia & Paul Dexter.
802-875-2674; henryfarminn.com
Best Historic Inn Criteria
How did we choose our "bests" from all of the notable 18th-century lodgings in New England? To start with, we used the following criteria:
1. Age. Had to be standing before 1799.
2. Comfort. We appreciate a bit of luxury with our history.
3. Historic ambience. The details and renovations still evoke the 18th century.
4. Food. The better the meals, the higher the rating (but we precluded inns that are primarily restaurants). The B&Bs we chose are handy to local dining; you can't live on breakfast alone.
5. Setting. What you see around you is important.
6. Things to do. Seasonal celebrations, outdoor pursuits, and shopping, including open studios and craft fairs, are all considerations at this time of year.
7. Value. After foliage comes the low season, right up until Christmas week. We looked for substantial savings on rooms and meals and packages with nearby ski resorts and restaurants.
8. Hearths. Real wood fires are rare and fabulous, but gas and electric also count.
9. A storied past. We love hearing tales of an inn's history and its place in local lore.
10. A nice library. Books, magazines, and DVDs all help guests downshift and stay put.
To see how each of our 10 inns stacked up in individual categories, check out our ratings chart at: YankeeMagazine.com/more
Reader Comments
Comment from Doug Williams on December 5, 2011
You missed our favorite historic Inn.The Nutmeg Inn cr 1777 located near Wilmington Vt 05363 (near Mt Snow between Bennington and Brattlboro VT on VT Rt 9) It has been recently renovated by new owners.. They have retained the old world charm while completely restoring the building. It has a 5 star rating on trip advisor.com The wide plank heart of pine wood floors are spectacular in the parlor, while the original carriage house has been converted into a cozy hearth side lounge. This is a MUST SEE. visit www.nutmeginn.com for pictures and information.
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