The Barnstead Inn - Manchester Center

Boutique farmhouse inn with two resident dogs, a heated saltwater pool, and on-site adventures in Manchester Center

Amenities and Facilities

The Barnstead Inn offers a seasonal outdoor heated saltwater pool with a view of the surrounding mountains and a sauna that looks out at the same landscape. A tavern on the property serves wood-fired pizza, local craft beers, and charcuterie boards, while three outdoor fire pits and a gas fireplace provide seating areas for guests. The inn also provides a Land Rover experience and fishing classes, adding to the list of activities available directly on-site.

Rooms and Suites

The 23 rooms and suites are spread across three buildings: the Cow Barn, the Farmhouse, and the Carriage House, each with private baths and custom-built interiors. The Hildene Suite includes a copper tub near a fireplace, and the Cabot Suite has a walk-in shower with four rain shower heads and six additional shower heads. All rooms have air conditioning, free WiFi, and are decorated with reclaimed wood and modern fixtures from recent renovations.

Dining and Tavern

Breakfast is included in the stay and served in the dining room, with a menu that changes daily and uses locally sourced ingredients from Vermont. The on-site tavern, open for dinner, offers wood-fired pizza, cocktails, and a selection of local craft beers, with a bar area that seats six and four additional tables. Guests can also order lite bites and drinks from the tavern and enjoy them by the fire pits or in the outdoor seating area.

Activities and Nearby Attractions

The Barnstead Inn Vermont is located within walking distance of Manchester Center, with shops, restaurants, and the Northshire Bookstore nearby, and is a short drive to Stratton Mountain and Bromley Mountain for skiing. Guests can fish on the property through fishing classes, or take a Land Rover experience offered by the inn. The property also has a garden, picnic area, and outdoor fireplace, and the pool and sauna are available for relaxation after outdoor activities.

Pet-Friendly and Family Atmosphere

The Barnstead Inn is pet-friendly, with designated rooms for dogs and a policy that allows pets in specific suites, and the two resident hypoallergenic dogs, Lucky and King, greet guests on the grounds. The property offers family rooms with private baths and garden views, and the innkeeper dogs are kid-friendly, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. The inn is family-run by owners Andrea and Pete, and the staff provides personalized service, including assistance with finding EV charging stations.

• Resident Dogs: Two hypoallergenic innkeeper dogs, Lucky and King, on the property
• Heated Saltwater Pool: Seasonal outdoor pool with mountain views and sun loungers
• Activities: Land Rover experiences and fishing classes offered on-site
• Tavern Dining: Wood-fired pizza, local craft beers, and charcuterie boards
• Sauna: Newly added sauna with a view of the mountains
• Location: Walking distance to Manchester Center, close to Stratton and Bromley ski areas
• Rooms: 23 suites in three buildings, with copper tubs and rain showers