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Historic & Grand Hotels in New England

New England has a deep and wonderfully varied history from the Pilgrims to the present. Much of that history is alive and on display at comfortable historic inns and Grand Hotels -- a few that have been welcoming travelers since before America was a country. If these walls could talk, they would tell stories of rich ship owners, farmers, or outdoor explorers who built hotels in the mountains and along the shores.

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Historic Lodging in New England
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Hill Farm

458 Hill Farm Road Sunderland, VT, 05250 Phone: 802-375-2269

Classic, historic and full of country comforts

Hill Farm's story starts in 1790, when Abner Hill purchased the land in Sunderland. When the Main Inn and 1790 House were renovated, the goal was preservation: original beams were uncovered and left exposed, highlighting the rooms’ original structural elements. The Battenkill River running through the property has drawn anglers for its wild brown and brook trout since fly fishing's earliest days, and as an Orvis Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge, a legacy Hill Farm protects. As a boutique hotel and Select Registry member, Hill Farm pairs that history with modern comfort and a farm-to-table menu at The Restaurant at Hill Farm. 
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Front Garden View - Publick House Historic Inn - Sturbridge, MA
Publick House Historic Inn On the Common

277 Main Street - Route 131 Sturbridge, MA, 01566 Phone: 508-347-3313 Toll-Free: 800-782-5425

Gracious Sturbridge inn honors its 18th-century history, offers modern amenities

Don’t settle for the ordinary when you can have a truly revolutionary vacation. The Publick House Historic Inn, which has welcomed guests since 1771, honors its heritage with everything from the antiques and period reproductions in the original inn’s comfortable rooms and suites to the post-and-beam ceiling and wide plank floors held together by cast nails in the Historic Tap Room, the inn’s original dining room, where hearty comfort food is a specialty. Enjoy a drink by the fire at Ebenezer’s Tavern, with its vintage brass beer taps and rum barrels. Modern amenities at the lovely inn include an outdoor pool, a fitness room and spa. And you’ll want to visit the famous Bake Shoppe, with its irresistible pastries, fresh-baked breads and decadent desserts.
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16 Bay View

16 Bay View Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 844-213-7990

See the stunning transformation of an industrial building into a boutique hotel steps from harbor

You’ll feel like a part of history when you stay at 16 Bay View. Located in the heart of bustling Camden, ME, just footsteps from its scenic harbor, the luxury hotel was transformed from a 100-year-old industrial brick building into a one-of-a-kind 21-room hotel. You can still see some of the exposed original brick in a select few suites, with massage tubs, double-sided gas fireplaces and harbor views. Travel back to a more relaxing time in the Vintage Room, to enjoy small plates and signature cocktails by the fire. Or head up to The View, Camden’s iconic rooftop bar and restaurant, with stunning water and park views. Accommodations come with an expansive continental breakfast and passes to the local YMCA, with an indoor pool and rock-climbing wall.

Visit our sister properties, Lord Camden Inn - Grand Harbor Inn - Rockport Harbor Hotel.
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Lang House on Main Street

360 Main Street Burlington, VT, 05401 Phone: 802-652-2500 Toll-Free: 877-919-9799

Burlington bed-and-breakfast inn honors its past while providing modern-day comfort

With its 11 guest rooms distinctively designed with antique and modern furnishings, the Lang House on Main Street honors its past, which began in 1881. The Queen Anne Victorian home was built for lumber businessman Frank Dudley, on land once owned by Ira Allen, the University of Vermont founder and legendary Vermont Green Mountain boy. Converted to a comfortable bed-and-breakfast in 2000, it still features some of the original design features like stained glass windows, gorgeous woodwork, soaring ceilings and plaster detailing. The two guest rooms in the 1851 Carriage House have simple woodwork and a cottage vibe. A sumptuous breakfast is served each morning at the inn, which is close to many Burlington, VT attractions, including the shops and restaurants of the bustling Church Street Marketplace.
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The Griswold Inn

36 Main Street Essex, CT, 06426 Phone: 860-767-1776

Longstanding heritage of hospitality at this Revolutionary War-era inn

The heritage of hospitality at the Griswold Inn began when the first visitors were welcomed in 1776 and proudly continues today with first-rate service, comfortable accommodations and fine dining. One of the oldest continuously operated inns in the United States, the Griswold, in a picturesque and historic seaport village, offers guests a choice of 34 unique rooms, furnished individually with antiques and period reproductions. The inn hosts an impressive collection of maritime art and illustrations as well as a collection of firearms used in the War of 1812. Guests can dine in the Tap Room, attached to the inn in 1801 after being rolled down Main Street by a team of oxen.
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Historic Lodging - Black Point Inn - Scarborough, ME
Black Point Inn

510 Black Point Road Scarborough, ME, 04074 Phone: 207-819-4064

Black Point Inn has welcomed guests to Maine’s stunning coastline since 1878. The last remaining grand hotel on Prouts Neck, this beautifully restored Inn enjoys a stunning oceanfront setting, surrounded by the sea, sand & cliff on three sides with panoramic views of Old Orchard Beach, Saco Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean. Its 25 uniquely furnished rooms and suites offer ocean views, private decks, and spacious layouts. Guests can unwind by the geothermal heated outdoor pool, explore the shoreline by kayak or bike, enjoy exclusive access to the private beach club, or sip wine while taking in panoramic views from Adirondack chairs on the lawn. The onsite restaurant, The Chart Room, serves fresh, locally inspired cuisine with breathtaking waterfront scenery. Located close enough to Portland, ME to enjoy the energy of a bustling tourist town, yet secluded enough to rest one’s mind, there’s no wrong way to make memories at Black Point Inn.

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Deerfield Inn

81 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA, 01342 Phone: 413-774-5587

Tradition of warm hospitality still greets visitors to this charming 24-room inn, built in 1884

When the Deerfield Inn opened its doors to guests in 1884, they came by stagecoach, carriage and horseback to enjoy the inn’s warm hospitality. Today, that tradition continues, with uniquely appointed rooms, most with period reproduction furniture and antiques, hearty meals served by a crackling fire in Champney’s restaurant and tavern, and a comfortable front porch with a ceiling still painted robin’s egg blue. The original hayloft door is still at the inn, the horse weathercock still turns and floors in the main inn still offer unexpected turns. Stroll down Main Street past gorgeous 18th- and 19th-century houses or get up close and personal to the historic town’s roots at the Flynt Center of Early American Life or Memorial Hall Museum.
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Colorful View 500x250 - Ocean House Resort - Watch Hill, RI
Ocean House Resort

1 Bluff Avenue Watch Hill, RI, 02891 Phone: Toll-Free: 877-346-9442

A century and a half after its opening, inn still the quintessential summer retreat for guests

When the Ocean House opened its doors to guests in 1868, it became, for them, the quintessential summer home by the sea. Generations came then, as they do today, to savor ocean breezes, superior service and comfortable accommodations. Today’s luxury inn, newly constructed in 2004, replicates the warm yellow exterior, and the welcoming hospitality, of its predecessor – but with so much more! Ocean House guests not only enjoy its private beach, with cabana service, but its world-class spa, croquet lawn, putting green, saltwater lap pool and fitness facility, fine dining and accommodations that have made it one of Forbes Magazine's "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and one of the top 100 hotels in the world, according to Travel + Leisure readers.

Visit our sister property, Weekapaug Inn.

Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn have once again earned Five-Star recognition from the esteemed Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, and have been voted among the top hotels in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
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Harbor Light Inn

58 Washington Street Marblehead, MA, 01945 Phone: 781-631-2186

Architectural and decorative touches celebrate inn’s rich heritage

So much about the Harbor Light Inn takes you back to an earlier, more relaxed time: chandeliers, polished brasswork, hand carvings, the chimes of a mantel clock. In its guest rooms, some exposed beams date back to the early 19th century, and fireplaces (some traditional, some gas) harken back to the comfort to be had unwinding before a fire. When you stroll into town for shopping and dining, you’ll notice a variety of architectural styles (and colors!) in the houses, some of which go back to this seafaring town’s 17th century. A walk through Old Burial Hill provides not only a magnificent view of the harbor, Old Marblehead, MA and the sea but also the resting place of 600 Revolutionary War soldiers.
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'Front of House I Love' - Inn at Tanglewood Hall - York Harbor, ME
Inn at Tanglewood Hall

611 York Street York Harbor, ME, 03911 Phone: 207-351-1075

Once a lumber baron’s summer cottage, this luxurious inn welcomes travelers seeking ideal seaside vacation

The romantic Inn at Tanglewood Hall has its origins in the 1880s, when it was built as a summer cottage for Chicago lumber baron Alexander Coburn Soper and his wife, Mollie Eliza Pope. The bed-and-breakfast inn, a York, ME Historical Society Decorator Showcase in 1994, has been restored to its 19th-century grandeur, with six exquisite guest rooms, a wraparound veranda, grand staircase and gorgeous woodland gardens with whimsical fountains. Period antiques can be found both downstairs and in classic rooms and suites, all with gas or electric fireplaces, silky sheets and room to stretch out and plan your day on the nearby beach, in the seaside village or engaging in coastal activities from sea kayaking and harbor cruises to beachside arcades and concerts.
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Westbrook Inn B&B

976 Boston Post Road Westbrook, CT, 06498 Phone: 860-399-4777

Vintage bed-and-breakfast inn a timeless classic for today’s travelers

Timeless, elegant and oh-so-welcoming: That sums up the essence of the Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast. Built in 1876 by a local sea captain as a gift to his daughter and her new husband, the inn also has been a boarding house and guest house. And it has never lost its atmosphere of romance and comfort, which guests will find in everything from vintage-inspired rooms and gorgeous gardens to delightful (and delicious) tea experiences the first Tuesday afternoon of each month. A complimentary gourmet hot breakfast is served in the vintage dining area each morning, to be enjoyed at individual tables in the garden room or on the fieldstone patio. Area activities include everything from steam train excursions and island cruises to biking, kayaking and strolling down to the beach.

Check out our sister property, The Captain Stannard.
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Interlaken Inn

74 Interlaken Road (Route 112) Lakeville, CT, 06039 Phone: 860-435-9878 Toll-Free: 800-222-2909

Connecticut's premier lakeside escape since 1892

The Interlaken Inn has been a staple of Lakeville, CT since its establishment in 1892, when it was a simple farmhouse on vast land between two lakes; today, it's grown into a renowned wedding venue, conference center, and resort. Guests can choose from a variety of accommodations, from cozy rooms to private cottages, each with its own character. Enjoy a paddle by canoe or kayak, a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool, a match on the tennis or pickleball courts, or a massage at the on-site spa. Dine at Morgan's Restaurant, then unwind in a room with a fireplace, hot tub, or screened-in porch — the perfect blend of modern resort and country inn.
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Exterior Sunset View - Weekapaug Inn - Westerly, RI
Weekapaug Inn

25 Spray Rock Road Westerly, RI, 02891 Phone: 877-394-8902

Hospitality amid scenic surroundings reflects this inn’s origins and earliest ideals

The aura of warm hospitality that surrounds the Weekapaug Inn comes to it naturally: It was a hallmark of the original 1899 inn. The Buffums family wanted to make their inn a welcome retreat for guests, rebuilding it in a secluded enclave by a salt pond after the 1938 hurricane. The inn was totally renovated in 2012 with an eye toward preserving its storied past while providing a host of modern amenities and activities from a lap pool and private beach to kayaking and nature walks. Each room is still unique in layout, furnishings and views, a tribute to earlier guests who requested their same rooms year after year. Each room also has been fitted with a vintage piece – a furnishing or textile – from the old inn.

Visit our sister property, Ocean House Resort.
Ocean House and Weekapaug Inn have once again earned Five-Star recognition from the esteemed Forbes Travel Guide for 2026, and have been voted among the top hotels in the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards.
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Arlington Historical Society

7 Jason Street, Arlington, MA, 02476 Phone: 781-648-4300

Walk Through History at One of Massachusetts’ Most Important Landmarks

The Arlington Historical Society: Jason Russell House & Museum is the steward of one of Massachusetts' most significant Revolutionary War landmarks. The Jason Russell House marks the site of the largest skirmish of the Battle of Lexington, Concord & Menotomy — and the surviving bullet holes in the structure tell that story better than any textbook could. The museum offers exhibitions and public programs that explore local history and the Revolutionary War, bringing the people and events connected to the house to life. The adjacent Smith Museum houses the Society's collection of artifacts, manuscripts, and Arlington memorabilia, including the famous Arlington Mastodon Tusk. Special events and lectures are hosted throughout the year, with free admission to many.
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The Landmark Trust USA

707 Kipling Road Dummerston, VT, 05301 Phone: 802-254-6868

Historic homes, including a National Historic Landmark, available for vacation rentals

Lovingly restored historic homes, representing a variety of architectural styles from 1849 to 1915, are offered to lucky vacationers by The Landmark Trust USA. The five Vermont properties are each distinctive and reflective of their unique places in history. Among the vacation rentals is Rudyard Kipling’s Naulakha, built for the author in 1892 and where you can sit at the desk where he penned “The Jungle Book” and parts of the “Just So Stories.” Kipling’s charming Carriage House and newly rehabilitated Stable are also available. On the picturesque and historic Scott Farm, visitors can stay in the cozy 1915 Sugarhouse, originally constructed for maple syrup production, or the four-bedroom Dutton Farmhouse with stunning views over the orchard.

Visit our working farm, Scott Farm Orchard.
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