Name: Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant
Address: 39 West Road, Manchester, Vermont, United States of America, Manchester, Vermont, United States of America
Rating: 9.63

Guest reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Based on 290 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

3%

Couple

79%

Family

9%

Group

5%

Solo

3%

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant, guests consistently praise warm, attentive staff; spacious, comfortable rooms often with fireplaces; a charming, walkable location; an excellent on site restaurant; and the popular breakfast baskets delivered to rooms.

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10

Mary

31 Mar 2026

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Stayed 1 night

It feels like home when we stay here. The staff is friendly and welcoming. Our room was upgraded and we loved the fireplace and jacuzzi tub! Breakfast is delivered right to your room in a lovely picnic basket. This was our second stay. We will definitely be back.

10

Karyne

11 Mar 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great

10

Alexandra

28 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful property with spacious and very clean room, better than average bed, fireplace (!), and delicious breakfast…plus a very welcoming host. We hope to return!!

10

John

16 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet/relaxing Valentines Weekend. Room was awesome, friendly staff. Excellent light breakfast. That's why we keep coming back!

10

Laurie

15 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, the lodge room was spacious and spotless with a huge bathroom and fireplace. Food in the restaurant was excellent. Would stay there again.

39 West Road, Manchester, Vermont, United States of America

Location

With a stay at The Reluctant Panther Inn and Restaurant in Manchester (Manchester Village Historic District), you'll be steps from Green Mountain National Forest and 4 minutes by foot from Golf Club at Equinox. This golf inn is 18.8 mi (30.2 km) from Stratton Mountain Resort and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from American Museum of Fly Fishing.

Green Mountain National Forest(0.1 Miles)

Golf Club at Equinox(0.2 Miles)

American Museum of Fly Fishing(0.4 Miles)

Southern Vermont Arts Center(0.8 Miles)

Battenkill River(0.9 Miles)

Equinox Preservation Trust(1 Miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 23:00

Before 11:00

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Optional extras

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FAQs

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

A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be arranged by contacting the property in advance.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.

The property is located in Manchester Village Historic District, just steps from Green Mountain National Forest and 4 minutes by foot from Golf Club at Equinox. It is approximately 0.4 miles from the American Museum of Fly Fishing.

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 50.00 per night. Advance request is recommended for availability.

Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant

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