Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. The parking is uncovered.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Does the property allow pets?

Yes, pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a pet fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features wheelchair-accessible registration desk and on-site restaurant, as well as well-lit paths to the entrance. However, wheelchair accessibility is limited.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is centrally located in Middlebury, within a 5-minute drive of Green Mountain National Forest and Danforth Pewter. It is 0.4 miles from the National Museum of the Morgan Horse and Holy Cow Inc.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

Swift House Inn

What guests think

At Swift House Inn, guests praise the charming historic property with well-kept gardens and standout dining at Jessica’s, while noting comfortable rooms that can vary in size and quietness, and stairs without elevators that challenge some.

Service is widely described as friendly and helpful, though a few encounters felt indifferent or hard to reach. Cleanliness is generally high, with occasional lapses like missed refreshes, mold, or stray debris reported. The location is convenient to downtown Middlebury for walking and exploring. Expect a historic inn experience with notable strengths and a few practical tradeoffs.

Facilities

Cleanliness

Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Well-kept grounds and gardens stand out, and there is an on-site bar and restaurant. Multiple reviews note stairs and a lack of elevator to many rooms, which can be difficult for older guests.

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laura

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Address online is not address for registration . When I got to to the wrong area I tried to call and no one answered to help me figure out where to go. Of course it was in the middle of a snow storm and after dark. Restaurant was not open, I was told there was a bar but come to find out it was in an entirely different building.

10

John

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The grounds are well kept. The beds are very comfortable. The chef is excellent and the bartender is amazing( creates her own drinks).

8

Jean

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved so many aspects of this hotel: breakfast at Jessica’s, historical architecture of the buildings, helpfulness of the staff, etc. We stayed in a room with no comfortable chair, just a couple padded footstools. We almost needed a ladder to climb into the bed. The mattress was very firm. One day the towels weren’t picked up nor the room refreshed though we asked for this service. They did rectify this later in the day. Our room was on the second floor which was difficult for 2 older people without an elevator and hauling luggage up and down stairs. The gardens on the grounds are lovely.

10

Mark

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very kind and attentive, everything else worked out well! A great place, very nice sauna and steam room.

10

Donald

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful, well maintained property supported by a friendly, excellent staff. Highly recommend!

10

Joseph

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful inn with spacious rooms and an excellent restaurant on site. Optional Dinner was fantastic. Complementary breakfast was top notch. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Note that the inn has most of the rooms on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator, but that was not an issue for us. Grounds are lovely with nice flower plantings. Highly recommend for a small town Vermont experience. This town is the setting for the Newhart Show of the 80s to 90s and the Waybury Inn, that was the model for the Stratford Inn, is a few miles away and they offer informal tours and dining.

10

Charlene

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful grounds, container gardens supply ingredients for the gourmet restaurant , Jessica’s. The owners, Matthew & Serena come out to bid guests goodbye. A special place!

8

William

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall an enjoyable stay in this quaint country Inn. Some mould in the shower stall, and shower temperature inconsistent. Occasionally breakfast not always made correctly to order but service polite and attentive. Room above bar was noisy till 10 PM on Friday’s “ DJ” night. Windows but one were stuck shut. Dinner at Jessica’s very pleasant and well prepared. Lovely gardens and lots of tree shade to sit under and relax. No in room fridge and had to ask for ice at the bar.

10

William

Feb 16, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was what we call. “Dutch Clean” highest grade. Staff was very helpful. I appreciated the Tesla Destination EV charger, but disappointed that I had to climb over a dangerously slippery snow pile between the car and the charger. The charge cable was also frozen in ice making it difficult to use. Despite the difficulty, it worked well during the day, but did not work in the evening when I tried it again. I hope access can be improved with a little bit of snow shoveling!

10

Gregory

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is excellent for many but almsot inaccessible for older guests. The stairs to the 2nd floor are narrow and difficult to manage with luggage. The registration staff was totally indifferent, not only not welcoming but making it clear we were a disruption. Watching us struggle to take the baggage upsatirs he did not respond. The room was fine and check-out was pleasantbut asw an 80 year old I'd hestitaqte to return.

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Cleanliness

Overall very clean and well maintained, with several guests describing rooms as spotless. A few reports mention missed housekeeping, mold in a shower, or minor debris.

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pattie

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was not informed that we would be staying “off campus “, if you will. Would have appreciated knowing that. Walls very thin in our room and bath tiny. But—a very hefty price for cramped quarters and worn and shabby furnishings.

10

Susannah

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Courteous and helpful staff, elegant property and gardens, spotless room with sumptuous bedding and luxe toiletries—it couldn’t be nicer or more perfectly appointed. An unexpectedly high-end gem.

10

Leslie

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although an historic property the Inn has been updated and we enjoyed a clean, well appointed room right down to a sound machine to ensure audial comfort and improve sleep! Freshly baked cookies and caramel apples greeted us in the foyer and a detailed and spotless coffee and tea bar was just outside the guest rooms. The custom breakfast served in the main inn was excellent. Warm scones, rich coffee, French toast with Vermont maple syrup and perfect eggs with sautéed baby spinach in front of a fire listening to Miss Simone and other classic jazz vocalists…..simply heaven Cannot wait for another opportunity to return.

8

Jean

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved so many aspects of this hotel: breakfast at Jessica’s, historical architecture of the buildings, helpfulness of the staff, etc. We stayed in a room with no comfortable chair, just a couple padded footstools. We almost needed a ladder to climb into the bed. The mattress was very firm. One day the towels weren’t picked up nor the room refreshed though we asked for this service. They did rectify this later in the day. Our room was on the second floor which was difficult for 2 older people without an elevator and hauling luggage up and down stairs. The gardens on the grounds are lovely.

8

Douglas

Oct 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice area clean rooms slightly dated

10

Donald

Jul 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful, well maintained property supported by a friendly, excellent staff. Highly recommend!

8

William

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall an enjoyable stay in this quaint country Inn. Some mould in the shower stall, and shower temperature inconsistent. Occasionally breakfast not always made correctly to order but service polite and attentive. Room above bar was noisy till 10 PM on Friday’s “ DJ” night. Windows but one were stuck shut. Dinner at Jessica’s very pleasant and well prepared. Lovely gardens and lots of tree shade to sit under and relax. No in room fridge and had to ask for ice at the bar.

8

Diana

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was pleasant, fairly quiet, very clean and overall we were happy. Breakfast the first morning was very good, but we would have liked to see different buffet items the 2nd morning. Checking out was easy and staff was pleasant. Beautiful area and close to the little downtown area.

6

Nancy S

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There were two small piles of beard clippings on the floor of the bedroom. There was a long cobweb hanging from the bathroom ceiling. The “cold” water faucet in the bathroom ran HOT unless you let the water run at least 3-5 minutes. Sometimes it was so hot you couldn’t hold your hand under the water! On the other hand, everyone was very friendly and the breakfast was excellent.

10

William

Feb 16, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was what we call. “Dutch Clean” highest grade. Staff was very helpful. I appreciated the Tesla Destination EV charger, but disappointed that I had to climb over a dangerously slippery snow pile between the car and the charger. The charge cable was also frozen in ice making it difficult to use. Despite the difficulty, it worked well during the day, but did not work in the evening when I tried it again. I hope access can be improved with a little bit of snow shoveling!

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Rooms

Many rooms are spacious, comfortable, and well appointed. However, some guests report tiny bathrooms, thin walls, firm or uncomfortable mattresses, and noise in certain rooms near the road or above the bar; room quality varies.

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Sarah

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was amazing - loved the decor, very spacious & super comfortable bed. The staff were all wonderful. Breakfast was delish as was the dinner we had at Jessica's. Wonderful stay!

8

pattie

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was not informed that we would be staying “off campus “, if you will. Would have appreciated knowing that. Walls very thin in our room and bath tiny. But—a very hefty price for cramped quarters and worn and shabby furnishings.

8

Jean

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were in the Gate House and found the proximity to Rte 7 and the traffic light made our room noisy because of truck traffic. All staff very welcoming with the exception of our waitperson at Jessica's Restaurant for an evening meal.

10

Mary

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful inn. Our room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was wonderful.

6

Jennifer

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The listing on Hotels.com stated that our room would have a jetted tub and fireplace. It did have a fireplace however, it was not available for our stay despite the fact that we had a frost. The bathroom was so small that when sitting on the toilet, your knees were right up against the shower glass. I thought I was paying over $400 a night for luxury, we were very disappointed. We stayed in the Steward room and there were several signed photos of celebrities with that last name including Martha Stewart with Snoop Dog and one of the Star Trek characters. Not all at romantic and definitely not even close to being worth the price.

10

Gretchen

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing stay! Kind staff. Beautiful, comfortable, and warm room. Jessica’s Restaurant is delicious. Love the breakfast.

8

Jean

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved so many aspects of this hotel: breakfast at Jessica’s, historical architecture of the buildings, helpfulness of the staff, etc. We stayed in a room with no comfortable chair, just a couple padded footstools. We almost needed a ladder to climb into the bed. The mattress was very firm. One day the towels weren’t picked up nor the room refreshed though we asked for this service. They did rectify this later in the day. Our room was on the second floor which was difficult for 2 older people without an elevator and hauling luggage up and down stairs. The gardens on the grounds are lovely.

10

Christopher

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location, comfortable and well appointed rooms and gracious staff.

10

Joseph

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful inn with spacious rooms and an excellent restaurant on site. Optional Dinner was fantastic. Complementary breakfast was top notch. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Note that the inn has most of the rooms on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator, but that was not an issue for us. Grounds are lovely with nice flower plantings. Highly recommend for a small town Vermont experience. This town is the setting for the Newhart Show of the 80s to 90s and the Waybury Inn, that was the model for the Stratford Inn, is a few miles away and they offer informal tours and dining.

10

Simone

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic bed & breakfast in the heart of Middlebury! Lovely inn, beautifully appointed rooms and friendly staff. FYI Room 31 (Cartmell room) is on the main road, so if you are sensitive to street noise this may not be the room for you.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and attentive. A few guests encountered indifferent front-desk interactions, difficulty reaching staff by phone, or understaffing at busy times.

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Sarah

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was amazing - loved the decor, very spacious & super comfortable bed. The staff were all wonderful. Breakfast was delish as was the dinner we had at Jessica's. Wonderful stay!

4

laura

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Address online is not address for registration . When I got to to the wrong area I tried to call and no one answered to help me figure out where to go. Of course it was in the middle of a snow storm and after dark. Restaurant was not open, I was told there was a bar but come to find out it was in an entirely different building.

10

Thomas

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful campus; terrific, personable staff - especially Jeremy at check-in and Linus in the dining room.

10

Susannah

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Courteous and helpful staff, elegant property and gardens, spotless room with sumptuous bedding and luxe toiletries—it couldn’t be nicer or more perfectly appointed. An unexpectedly high-end gem.

10

Larry

Aug 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great visit (as always). The staff is incredible friendly and accommodating. Beautiful B&B with great food.

10

Doug

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place!! Excellent breakfast. Great restaurant with Friendly staff.Quaint Vermont Inn with nice rooms.

8

Johannes

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bij 3 gebouwen Slechts 1 persoon voor receptie, bar enzovoort.

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Richard

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay at the Swift House Inn. Rooms are charming and staff super nice and responsive. Thanks

8

Diana

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was pleasant, fairly quiet, very clean and overall we were happy. Breakfast the first morning was very good, but we would have liked to see different buffet items the 2nd morning. Checking out was easy and staff was pleasant. Beautiful area and close to the little downtown area.

10

Gregory

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property is excellent for many but almsot inaccessible for older guests. The stairs to the 2nd floor are narrow and difficult to manage with luggage. The registration staff was totally indifferent, not only not welcoming but making it clear we were a disruption. Watching us struggle to take the baggage upsatirs he did not respond. The room was fine and check-out was pleasantbut asw an 80 year old I'd hestitaqte to return.

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Location

Convenient to downtown Middlebury and good for exploring the area. Some rooms in outbuildings near Route 7 report traffic noise.

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Jennifer

Oct 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Best place in Middlebury to stay just so hard to get a reservation during the school year.

8

Roderick

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I enjoyed: the big windows and the shape of in the turret room, the lovely breakfasts, and the easy access to downtown.

8

Jean

Dec 29, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were in the Gate House and found the proximity to Rte 7 and the traffic light made our room noisy because of truck traffic. All staff very welcoming with the exception of our waitperson at Jessica's Restaurant for an evening meal.

8

Iris

Nov 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quaint property, well maintained and conveniently located. Room decor very inviting. My only suggestion is a change in mattress. I could feel the springs which didn’t make for a comfortable night’s sleep. Breakfast included was superb, staff very friendly. Overall, highly recommend this property if in town for any MIDD events.

10

Christopher

Mar 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful location, comfortable and well appointed rooms and gracious staff.

10

Joseph

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful inn with spacious rooms and an excellent restaurant on site. Optional Dinner was fantastic. Complementary breakfast was top notch. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Note that the inn has most of the rooms on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator, but that was not an issue for us. Grounds are lovely with nice flower plantings. Highly recommend for a small town Vermont experience. This town is the setting for the Newhart Show of the 80s to 90s and the Waybury Inn, that was the model for the Stratford Inn, is a few miles away and they offer informal tours and dining.

10

Randall

Nov 5, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient to Middlebury. Has a bar. Excellent staff.

10

Teresa

Feb 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best hotel in Middlebury

8

Diana

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay was pleasant, fairly quiet, very clean and overall we were happy. Breakfast the first morning was very good, but we would have liked to see different buffet items the 2nd morning. Checking out was easy and staff was pleasant. Beautiful area and close to the little downtown area.

10

Simone

Oct 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fantastic bed & breakfast in the heart of Middlebury! Lovely inn, beautifully appointed rooms and friendly staff. FYI Room 31 (Cartmell room) is on the main road, so if you are sensitive to street noise this may not be the room for you.

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Dining

Breakfast earns high marks, and Jessica’s restaurant is widely described as gourmet and delicious, with good drinks and wine. Dining is a clear highlight.

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Sarah

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was amazing - loved the decor, very spacious & super comfortable bed. The staff were all wonderful. Breakfast was delish as was the dinner we had at Jessica's. Wonderful stay!

10

Leslie

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Although an historic property the Inn has been updated and we enjoyed a clean, well appointed room right down to a sound machine to ensure audial comfort and improve sleep! Freshly baked cookies and caramel apples greeted us in the foyer and a detailed and spotless coffee and tea bar was just outside the guest rooms. The custom breakfast served in the main inn was excellent. Warm scones, rich coffee, French toast with Vermont maple syrup and perfect eggs with sautéed baby spinach in front of a fire listening to Miss Simone and other classic jazz vocalists…..simply heaven Cannot wait for another opportunity to return.

10

Gretchen

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing stay! Kind staff. Beautiful, comfortable, and warm room. Jessica’s Restaurant is delicious. Love the breakfast.

10

Doug

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place!! Excellent breakfast. Great restaurant with Friendly staff.Quaint Vermont Inn with nice rooms.

10

Donald

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

We felt extremely welcome. The staff was friendly. The charm of early 20th century inn-keeping. Jessicas dining was relaxing and wonderful. Great breakfasts!

10

John

Oct 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The evening dinner and morning breakfast was wonderful. It was gourmet and service excellent.

8

Steven

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

By far the best thing about Swift is the restaurant Jessica’s. The food is gourmet and the wine list is memorable and reasonably priced.

10

Kelly Royal

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast and service were amazing!

10

Charles

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Best food.

8

William

Jan 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful staff! Incredible restaurant! Supreme drinks!

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Swift House Inn

About this property

Location

Room options

23 Stewart Room

28 Clark Room

46 Gladstone Room

31 Cartmell Room

22 Governor's Room

32 Turret Room

21 Battell Room

44 Sherman Room

25 Seymour Room

33 Lucy Ford-Slade Room

35 John Deere

27 Emma Willard Room

26 Addison Room

24 Swift Room

43 Woodbury Room

41 Black Hawk Room

20 Garden Room

45 Mansfield Room

42 Bulrush Room

34 Alexander Twilight Room

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What guests think

Property Policies

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