Name: Dowds Country Inn
Address: 9 Main St, Lyme, New Hampshire, United States of America, Lyme, New Hampshire, US
Price range: $175–$200 per night
Rating: 9.4

What guests think

At Dowds Country Inn, guests consistently praise the welcoming, family-like service, cozy historic charm, and standout made-to-order breakfasts with options for dietary needs, set in a small Lyme village location near a general store and Stella’s restaurant.

Noted drawbacks include the tavern being closed or on limited hours, occasional slow breakfast service, and maintenance quirks of an older building such as low water pressure, firm beds, or noise from thin walls and creaky floors. Some rooms lack TVs, and a few guests noted minimal late-evening staff presence and that the town closes early. Expect a friendly, character-rich inn suited to relaxed stays and quiet getaways.

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Facilities

Historic property with pleasant common areas, porches, and well-kept grounds. The on-site tavern is often closed or on limited hours, so on-site dining beyond breakfast can be limited.

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Scott

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very charming, extremely well managed property. Staff were very engaging and the grounds were spotless. The room and bed were comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was delicious. A great quiet spot about 15 minutes north of Hanover.

10

Laura

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property very relaxing. Pancakes were perfectly fluffy as you’d expect from a great country inn. Short walk to Stella’s (yum!!) or the on-premise Tavern. Tavern wasn’t open as we were there mid-week but it looked adorable.

10

Laura

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dowd’s is a beautiful historic building situated right on the Common of Lyme, New Hampshire. Walking distance to Post Office, Italian restaurant, Country store. It’s like a postcard. Our stay was like visiting friends. We’ve stayed here twice. Breakfast offerings were diverse and delicious. We’ll be back!

10

Jonathan

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice country inn. Very homey feel, kept clean and neat and quiet. Room was very large. Nice common area to relax. Great breakfast in very nice breakfast room.

10

Sandy

Sep 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the environment and the quaintness of the Inn. Beautifully maintained and welcoming!

8

Marlena

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately the Tavern eatery was closed so the only food available was at Stella’s Italian Restaurant next door. Stella’s was delicious and expensive. All in all, it’s a fine place to stay. Colonial & cozy.

10

Zenith

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Love old buildings and this one has been maintained with live and style. Loved all the porches and quiet nooks to unwind. Comfortable bed. Excellent coffee. Caring hostess. Wish I had time to explore the grounds.

10

Christopher

Mar 6, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Super comfortable, attached to the tavern which has amazing food. The breakfast that is included is not your mass produced slop. They make it from scratch for each person and it’s delicious. Will happily stay/eat here again.

6

Laura

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The inn is in a beautiful, quiet setting. It was convenient before the bridge construction started but is less so now. It also used to have a nice tavern but that’s closed. The rooms are clean but not at all fancy. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent but the included breakfast was good. I hope they can put some more money into it and stay afloat.

10

Jean

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is lovely and the staff very attentive. I will recommend this Inn to anyone planning to go to the New Hampshire area. I hope that the Inn Keepers will be able to find the staff to open their Tavern again. We missed being able to eat there.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently note clean rooms and a well-kept property. A few mention maintenance issues typical of an older building, especially low shower water pressure.

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Scott

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very charming, extremely well managed property. Staff were very engaging and the grounds were spotless. The room and bed were comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was delicious. A great quiet spot about 15 minutes north of Hanover.

10

Joseph

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A really great place. Shower could have been stronger but everything else was great. Super staff

10

Jonathan

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice country inn. Very homey feel, kept clean and neat and quiet. Room was very large. Nice common area to relax. Great breakfast in very nice breakfast room.

6

Gary

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Marshland looks like it had a leak. The room smelt of mold. We are in out late 60's. The stairs were difficult. When my wife asked for another room she was teated very rudely. There was very noisy wedding reception with people everywhere. No place to relax. Not worth the money.

10

Lynita

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was kind and helpful. The room was quaint and clean. Breakfast was delish and so much better than the continental breakfast offered at so many hotels!

10

Michael

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable Inn, well kept, well managed, excellent service, fine breakfast. Not ultra luxurious but more than sufficient with large bedrooms, comfortalble beds, and large common rooms.

10

Laura

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was very comfortable and well maintained. The upstairs water pressure was a little weak, but we were still able to shower, etc. without a problem. There were several choices for the included breakfast, which also include gluten free/celiac friendly options, which I appreciated. We are not first time guests and will stay again if in the area.

10

Michelle

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was super cute and very clean. I really liked taking with the inn keeper and she was very helpful. As a matter of fact, we left something behind by accident and she went out of her way to go find the item. When she located it, she called me and mailed it out the same day. This was so appreciated! When we are in the area again, we will make this our first choice.

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Laura

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The inn is in a beautiful, quiet setting. It was convenient before the bridge construction started but is less so now. It also used to have a nice tavern but that’s closed. The rooms are clean but not at all fancy. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent but the included breakfast was good. I hope they can put some more money into it and stay afloat.

10

James

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Centrally located in Lyme, NH. Next to a Country General Store to buy food and snacks. Great breakfast each day at the Inn. Nice family run Bed and Breakfast. Friendly atmosphere and clean rooms. Would stay again if in the area.

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Rooms

Rooms are cozy and comfortable, some quite spacious with historic character. Trade-offs include occasional noise from thin walls or creaky floors, some firm beds, and some rooms without TVs; one report noted a noisy window AC unit.

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Ashutosh Vishwas

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Decent size room. No TV in room. Breakfast closes early.

10

Cara

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were so impressed by the Dowd’s Country Inn! The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly from the minute we walked in. The property is also beautiful, with clearly historic details that have been very well maintained. Our room was lovely and comfortable, though my only qualms were low water pressure and the bed was a bit firm for my liking. Possibly the highlight was the amazing breakfast, included in your stay. They make your breakfast to order and have several options. I got pancakes and my fiancé had an omelet; both were absolutely delicious.

10

Joy

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a lovely little inn. The room was perfect. The staff was friendly. It was New England charm at its finest. The inn keeper had celiac like my daughter so for the first time we could eat breakfast! I can’t say enough good things about this inn. Oh and the inn dogs were the icing on the cake.

10

Jonathan

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nice country inn. Very homey feel, kept clean and neat and quiet. Room was very large. Nice common area to relax. Great breakfast in very nice breakfast room.

10

Michael

Apr 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable Inn, well kept, well managed, excellent service, fine breakfast. Not ultra luxurious but more than sufficient with large bedrooms, comfortalble beds, and large common rooms.

8

richard

Oct 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only drawback was the ac/heat window unit that was really noisy in our room. Otherwise, a pleasant stay. The Inn offers the atmosphere of the private dwelling that it was once. We liked it and the absence of a TV in the room did not bother us. Very quiet little town.

10

Laura

Jul 31, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

It felt like we were visiting friends. Room was cozy, plenty of pillows, love seat in room was nice touch. Morning breakfast was personalized, made to order. We will stay here again!☺️

10

Damon

Jul 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

decent rooms. price wise worth it.. clean, plenty of hot water. nice amenities. didn't get to try breakfast as i left before it was served.. friendly/helpful staff. was a nice 2 night stay when i visited family recovering at dartmouth medical

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Krisztina

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I decided to stay here based on seeing the good reviews but my experience was different. The staff were nice but not at all personable. My room had a paper thin wall it shared with the room next to it. The floor creaked so badly as the other room’s occupants were walking around that it sounded like they were in my room. It kept waking me up. The bed was hard and the only cover I had was the quilt/bed cover which was thin and uncomfortable. The in is very old and in need of a big renovation. The breakfast was included in the price, which I liked but it wasn’t at all as great as the reviews told. The area was nice and quiet and close to an Italian restaurant, which was ok.

10

James

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Centrally located in Lyme, NH. Next to a Country General Store to buy food and snacks. Great breakfast each day at the Inn. Nice family run Bed and Breakfast. Friendly atmosphere and clean rooms. Would stay again if in the area.

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Service

Service is very friendly and helpful, often described as welcoming and personal. Some guests experienced light staffing leading to slower breakfasts or limited late-night presence, and an isolated report of rudeness.

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Laura

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dowd’s is a beautiful historic building situated right on the Common of Lyme, New Hampshire. Walking distance to Post Office, Italian restaurant, Country store. It’s like a postcard. Our stay was like visiting friends. We’ve stayed here twice. Breakfast offerings were diverse and delicious. We’ll be back!

10

Casey

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just stayed for one night for a work trip but it was so cozy. Breakfast service was a little slow but so delicious and everyone was so so nice and friendly. The room was comfortable and the grounds are beautiful! Loved that I could just walk next door to have a wonderful meal at Stella’s, too! Special shout out to Duncan for checking us in and being so sweet!

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Gary

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Marshland looks like it had a leak. The room smelt of mold. We are in out late 60's. The stairs were difficult. When my wife asked for another room she was teated very rudely. There was very noisy wedding reception with people everywhere. No place to relax. Not worth the money.

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John

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This inn makes you feel like you are being welcomed into the home of an old friend. Everyone is very gracious and helpful. This is a beautiful area of the country and I plan to return to hike and explore the area more.

10

Sanne

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were so helpful. It was get to go next door and get dinner or a something to drink

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erik

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazingly helpful staff. Like visiting family.

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Michelle

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was super cute and very clean. I really liked taking with the inn keeper and she was very helpful. As a matter of fact, we left something behind by accident and she went out of her way to go find the item. When she located it, she called me and mailed it out the same day. This was so appreciated! When we are in the area again, we will make this our first choice.

8

DENIZ

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a very cute and cozy getaway with very friendly staff. The inn itself was so nicely decorated and breakfast/coffee was delicious. The only thing that bothered us was how there was no one at the entrance after 9pm and how all the doors were unlocked. Felt extremely quiet and unsafe at night. Besides that the rooms eere beautiful and we had a very lovely ski getaway!

10

Laurie

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Everyone I met on the staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. Breakfast was excellent. I would definitely recommend staying here.

8

Jeff

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very cute, charming country in. Staffing a bit light because inn was not full. Had to wait for service at breakfast.

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Location

Set on Lyme’s Common in a village setting, within a short walk of Stella’s and a country store, and about 15 minutes from Hanover. A few noted the town closes early and recent bridge work reduced convenience.

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Scott

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very charming, extremely well managed property. Staff were very engaging and the grounds were spotless. The room and bed were comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was delicious. A great quiet spot about 15 minutes north of Hanover.

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Lola

Sep 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The Inn was cute and comfortable. The breakfast was amazing! Two doors down was Stella's Italian Restaurant with great food and an incredible bakery, so very convenient to the Inn! The town closes up early, so be prepared.

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Susan

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a lovely B&B very nice staff. Lyme is a very quiet, tiny town, but 2 good restaurants.

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Laura

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dowd’s is a beautiful historic building situated right on the Common of Lyme, New Hampshire. Walking distance to Post Office, Italian restaurant, Country store. It’s like a postcard. Our stay was like visiting friends. We’ve stayed here twice. Breakfast offerings were diverse and delicious. We’ll be back!

8

Randy

Sep 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful grounds, convenient location!

10

John

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This inn makes you feel like you are being welcomed into the home of an old friend. Everyone is very gracious and helpful. This is a beautiful area of the country and I plan to return to hike and explore the area more.

10

David

Sep 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Located in the small, quiet village of Lyme, NH.

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Jonathan

Aug 17, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The limited staff were very friendly. Breakfasts were quite nice for a B and B. Lyme is a prototypical country town and near alot of great areas for exploring.

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Laura

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The inn is in a beautiful, quiet setting. It was convenient before the bridge construction started but is less so now. It also used to have a nice tavern but that’s closed. The rooms are clean but not at all fancy. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent but the included breakfast was good. I hope they can put some more money into it and stay afloat.

10

James

Oct 5, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Centrally located in Lyme, NH. Next to a Country General Store to buy food and snacks. Great breakfast each day at the Inn. Nice family run Bed and Breakfast. Friendly atmosphere and clean rooms. Would stay again if in the area.

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Dining

Breakfast stands out as made-to-order, delicious, and varied, with gluten-free/celiac-friendly options. Occasional slow service or early closing times were noted, and the tavern has been closed at times, making dinner options dependent on nearby restaurants.

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Julie

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This was a very nice bed and breakfast. The breakfast was made to order and delicious. The staff was very welcoming and friendly.

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Marguerite

Oct 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great breakfast selection!

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Ashutosh Vishwas

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Decent size room. No TV in room. Breakfast closes early.

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Laura

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful property very relaxing. Pancakes were perfectly fluffy as you’d expect from a great country inn. Short walk to Stella’s (yum!!) or the on-premise Tavern. Tavern wasn’t open as we were there mid-week but it looked adorable.

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Laura

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dowd’s is a beautiful historic building situated right on the Common of Lyme, New Hampshire. Walking distance to Post Office, Italian restaurant, Country store. It’s like a postcard. Our stay was like visiting friends. We’ve stayed here twice. Breakfast offerings were diverse and delicious. We’ll be back!

10

Cara

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were so impressed by the Dowd’s Country Inn! The staff were incredibly welcoming and friendly from the minute we walked in. The property is also beautiful, with clearly historic details that have been very well maintained. Our room was lovely and comfortable, though my only qualms were low water pressure and the bed was a bit firm for my liking. Possibly the highlight was the amazing breakfast, included in your stay. They make your breakfast to order and have several options. I got pancakes and my fiancé had an omelet; both were absolutely delicious.

10

Joy

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

What a lovely little inn. The room was perfect. The staff was friendly. It was New England charm at its finest. The inn keeper had celiac like my daughter so for the first time we could eat breakfast! I can’t say enough good things about this inn. Oh and the inn dogs were the icing on the cake.

8

Jeff

Jul 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very cute, charming country in. Staffing a bit light because inn was not full. Had to wait for service at breakfast.

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Laura

Jun 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The inn is in a beautiful, quiet setting. It was convenient before the bridge construction started but is less so now. It also used to have a nice tavern but that’s closed. The rooms are clean but not at all fancy. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent but the included breakfast was good. I hope they can put some more money into it and stay afloat.

10

Jean

Aug 20, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The property is lovely and the staff very attentive. I will recommend this Inn to anyone planning to go to the New Hampshire area. I hope that the Inn Keepers will be able to find the staff to open their Tavern again. We missed being able to eat there.

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Hitchcock Room

New Hampshire Room

Pike's Suite

Bowden Room

Church Tower Room

Dartmouth Room

Manchester Room

Woodbury Room

Butterfield Room

Emerson Room

Wheelock Room

Wildflower Room

Moses Eaton Room

Fairweather Suite

Hinman Room

Marshland Room

Presidential Suite

Maxwell Room

Captain's Quarters

Shelburne Room

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