Pet friendly lodgings throughout New England welcome you and your dog

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You don't need to feel hounded by your conscience when you go off on a blissful New England vacation trip and leave the family dog at a kennel. Bring the dog with you! Many New England hotels, motels, resorts, inns, and vacation rentals make a point of being pet friendly, welcoming dogs of all shapes (although some lodgings place a limit on sizes). Some lodgings are near walking trails where you and your pooch can enjoy the outdoors together. See listings below and check hotel and motel websites for details.

Sea View Inn

65 West Grand Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4180 Toll-Free: 800-541-8439

Vacation with your pet in fall, winter or spring

Traveling with a canine friend? At Sea View Inn in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, pets are welcome in fall, winter, and spring. For just $10 a night (plus a $100 security deposit) Fido can sleep beside your bed. The Maine Seacoast is a great place for explorations with a dog at your side. Walk the length of our historic pier or our seven miles of beautiful sandy beach. In the fall drive the back roads to Portland, Freeport, Kittery, and York, and admire the colorful foliage along the route. Many towns in the area feature historic lighthouses -- great walking destinations. Return to the inn for an outdoor barbecue. We've got gas grills for your use. Or walk to one of the nearby Grand Avenue restaurants for lobster or clams.

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Fireside Inn Ocean's Edge

159 Searsport Avenue Belfast, ME, 04915 Phone: 207-338-2090

Don’t leave home for your coastal Maine vacation without your faithful furry companion

Your dog wants to see Maine, too! At the Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean’s Edge, they want your pet to feel welcome, which is why they have several pet-friendly rooms ready for you and your furry friend. Those designated rooms have lovely views of Penobscot Bay and, perhaps equally important, patio doors that exit directly to acres of back lawn. If you want a different bay view, there are beach-facing Adirondack chairs and picnic tables. And there’s lots to do with your dog in the area, including great hiking trails. Walk the crushed gravel path of the Belfast Rail Trail along the Passagassawakeag River and through the woods, or in Camden Hills and Moose Point state parks. Belfast also has a dog park.

Norseman Resorts

135 Beach Street Ogunquit, ME, 03907 Phone: 207-646-7024 Toll-Free: 800-822-7024

Celebrate less-crowded off-season by booking a pet-friendly room at oceanfront resort

You and your pet can take advantage of the off-season at the Norseman Resort in picture-perfect Ogunquit. That’s when the hotel is pet-friendly, welcoming your four-footed companion to join you in experiencing a vacation by the sea. That means walking along the famous Marginal Way along the gorgeous coastline, or going on a hike in the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge in Wells or Fort Foster Park in Kittery Point. Plenty of beaches are open to dogs in the off-season, too. As for you, enjoy the beachfront’s many comforts, including a sauna and exercise room with Peloton bike. Some room amenities include ocean, tidal basin or river views from shared balconies, as well as fireplaces and massage chairs.

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Pet Friendly Lodging - Mt. Washington Valley Chamber

Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce

Mountain valley area a welcoming location for your furry traveling companion

If you took a survey of dogs, they’d no doubt tell you what every dog-owner knows: The Mt. Washington Valley is chock full of pet-friendly places to stay and things to do. There are country inns, resorts, campgrounds and townhouses that accept pets, many that are close to trails and waterways and offer everything from beds to special treats for your furry companions. Hiking options are plentiful, from walks along the Saco River to mountain climbs and wildlife sanctuary trails. And dogs are welcome at some unusual attractions, too, like guided canoe trips along the Saco River, in the scenic (summer) gondola at Wildcat Mountain and, after you drive Fido up the auto trail, outside the observatory at Mt. Washington. Click above to visit our website or call our friendly concierge at 800-337-3563 for more info on first class lodging and exciting events to plan your next adventure!

Long Trail Brewery

5520 US Route 4 Bridgewater Corners, VT, 05035 Phone: 802-672-5011

Yes, this brewery welcomes your well-behaved pooch in its outdoor beer garden!

Are you the person who calls every brewery ahead of time to see if they take dogs? Well, save yourself some time: At the Long Trail Brewery, well-behaved leashed dogs are as welcome as well-behaved people in the outdoor beer garden. Relax with one of their Vermont ales or non alcoholic CBD Seltzers and order something delicious from the kitchen (We won’t look if you sneak a bite to your pooch). The rotating seasonal menu, featuring locally sourced ingredients, includes burgers and salads, hearty soups (Cheddar Ale soup in the winter? Yum!) and tantalizing appetizers like brisket nachos. The spacious pub and restaurant, on the banks of the Ottauquechee River, was inspired by the famous Hofbrau House in Munich, Germany.

250 Main Hotel

250 Main Street Rockland, ME, 04841 Phone: 207-594-5994

Pet-friendly rooms will serve as your headquarters for exploring Maine’s scenic coast

When the 250 Main Hotel says they welcome families, they aren’t leaving anyone out – including the family pet! The boutique hotel tucked onto the end of Main Street on Rockland Harbor has a limited number of pet-friendly rooms. They’ll also provide a list of pet grooming, sitting and other services. And the hotel is a great place to serve as headquarters while you explore coastal Maine, whether it’s walking and window-shopping along Rockland’s streets or heading out for a scenic hike. The Rockland Breakwater Trail, for example, is a picturesque half-hour walk to a lighthouse; the Windjammer’s Wharf Path is a paved trail near the ferry dock and wharf, with picnic tables along the way. And Camden Hills State park has 30 miles of trails.

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Stonehurst Manor

3351 White Mountain Highway North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-3113 Toll-Free: 800-525-9100

Your dog is a welcome guest at this pet-friendly hotel close to network of trails

Go ahead: Bring the dog! At Stonehurst Manor, a pet-friendly hotel in North Conway, humans aren’t the only ones who are pampered. Pets are welcome guests in first-floor rooms in the resort’s Mountain View wing. Treats await them, as well as raised food and water bowls and a 15 percent discount off purchases at the Four Your Paws Only pet store. You’ll get a personal note from the general manager with information on pet services, local pet stores, local dog-walking routes and area pet care professionals like veterinarians and groomers. And the best part: You and your pooch can practically walk out the door and access a 15-kilometer network of trails through beautiful Whitaker Woods.

RiverWalk Resort at Loon

22 South Mountain Drive Lincoln, NH, 03251 Phone: 603-745-7500

Pets are welcome at your vacation getaway in the White Mountains

Families and pets go together with wide open spaces and year round recreation. You can have it all in studio, one, two and three bedroom condominiums in the majestic White Mountains. Enjoy the comforts of home and the services and amenities of a scenic mountain resort. Situated across from Loon Mountain's South Peak with great skiing and in downtown Lincoln within walking distance to food, shopping, and entertainment. The kids will love the game room, the indoor/outdoor heated pool, skating rink, skiing and the highest concentration of natural and man-made attractions in the White Mountains, where you can take your favorite friend to get outside and run. In addition, the resort also features an on-site spa, Italian restaurant and winery. Launch Video

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Woodstock Inn Brewery

135 Main Street North Woodstock, NH, 03262 Phone: 603-745-3951 Toll-Free: 800-321-3985

Inn, brewery put out the welcome mat for dogs; nearby trails make this location a pooch paradise

Can’t bear to leave the dog behind? At the Woodstock Inn Brewery, that’s not a problem. Dogs are welcome in certain rooms and in many of the inn’s vacation homes, some of which sleep up to eight people and have whirlpool tubs, full kitchens and fireplaces. Treats and bowls are provided, as well as cleanup bags. There’s a grassy area on the property that welcomes dogs, but, because of the inn’s location in the heart of the White Mountains, there are plenty of scenic hiking trails and parks nearby. And you’ll find plenty of merchants on area Main Streets who welcome dogs, too. Dogs are also welcome at outdoor tables at the brewery, so you can enjoy a fresh craft brew with your canine pal at your feet.

Manchester View

77 High Meadow Way Manchester Center, VT, 05255 Phone: 802-362-2739 Toll-Free: 800-548-4141

Manchester View has all the comforts of home for you and your family dog

Your furry family member is more than welcome at the Manchester View, where dogs 40 pounds and under, as well as their humans, will fall in love with this scenic property nestled in a tranquil valley between the Green and Taconic Mountains. With most room entrances opening directly to the outside, and an almost unending variety of trails and a dog park nearby, this is the perfect dog-and-human escape, every season of the year. Explore trails at Merck Forest and the pond loop through the hardwoods or a short walk through mature forests at Equinox Preservation. The Manchester View’s rooms and one- and two-bedroom suites have cozy features including in-season gas or wood-burning fireplaces, deep-soaking spa tubs, private decks or patios, and windows that open to those wonderful Vermont breezes.

Portland Harbor Hotel

468 Fore Street Portland, ME, 04101 Phone: 207-775-9090

Your pets are more than welcome at this harbor hotel and in dog-friendly Portland

Both you and your family pet can find that perfect harbor frame of mine at the Portland Harbor Hotel. The boutique hotel’s rooms on the first two floors welcome pets of any size. There are treats to be had, and the staff is happy to provide referrals for pet sitting, dog walking and information on nearby dog parks, beaches and trails. Mainers love dogs, so you’ll find plenty of Portland bars and restaurants that have outdoor tables happy to accommodate your pooch. Some area beaches are open to dogs from Labor Day to Memorial Day and, in the summer, some have dog hours around sunrise and sunset. Portland Trails offers a network of over 70 miles of wooded trails, coastal paths and green spaces ideal for dog walking. Please check our COVID policies and services page before booking your stay.

XV Beacon

15 Beacon Street Boston, MA, 02108 Phone: 617-670-1500 Toll-Free: 877-982-3226

Boutique hotel in Beacon Hill neighborhood welcomes good dogs of all sizes

Calling all well-behaved dogs: You are more than welcome at XV Beacon, a boutique hotel in Boston’s very walkable Beacon Hill neighborhood. With the luxury hotel’s Dazzle Your Dog package, dogs receive homemade healthy dog biscuits on a personalized dish, use of a plush dog bed and a water bowl with filtered water, as well as clean-up bags and a list of pet-friendly establishments in the area. (Their humans receive breakfast for two in their room.) Just one block north of the Boston Common and an easy walk to other parks, paths and trails, the hotel is a great headquarters for exploring with your pooch. There are no size limitations, and half of the pet fee goes to a local pet organization.

See Plymouth

4 North Street Plymouth, MA, 02360 Phone: 508-747-0100 Toll-Free: 800-872-1620

Walking trails, beach and Main Street strolls will keep your furry traveling companions happy

Your pooch may not appreciate what the Mayflower means to American history, but he or she will still love strolling along the Plymouth waterfront or walking (on a leash, of course) the Pilgrim Trail through scenic Brewster Gardens to Morton Park. There are plenty of pet-friendly lodgings in the area, and with its plethora of parks and play areas, there are lots of trails for pets to explore, too, including a great walk starting at Nelson Memorial Beach Park. The Hedges Pond Recreational Area & Preserve is 105 acres with two miles of walking trails, and Ellisville Harbor State Park includes open meadows and a barrier beach. Some restaurants and breweries with outdoor seating are dog-friendly and even offer water bowls for furry travelers. Please call 1.800.USA.1620, or visit our website to learn more about these activities and others to prepare for your trip to Plymouth.

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Sterling Ridge Resort

155 Sterling Ridge Drive Jeffersonville, VT, 05464 Phone: 802-644-8265

Crisp air, plenty of paths to explore, friendly accommodations: Dogs will love this resort!

It’s no surprise that dogs love Vermont as much as their people do: crisp mountain air, plenty of places to explore on foot and very friendly humans. At the Sterling Ridge Resort, dogs are welcomed with dog kits containing bowls, sheets and a towel. Several of the resort’s inviting log cabins are canine-friendly and super spacious, with yards and covered porches, so you and your dog can really relax. And you’ll want to have some down time after all the hiking! There are miles of trails and recreational paths on the property and in the area, and you’ll find plenty of dog-friendly stores and eateries on your travels. Dog walking is available, and there is a two-dog limit.

Chesterfield Inn

20 Cross Road West Chesterfield, NH, 03466 Phone: 603-256-3211

Pet-friendly rooms with private entrances on 10 rolling acres near Brattleboro, VT, and Keene, NH

You want privacy, you want to be close to nature, you want great food? Oh, and you want to bring your pet? It’s a done deal at the Chesterfield Inn, where six cozy pet-friendly rooms await in an inn set on 10 acres on a knoll two miles from the Connecticut River and the Vermont border. Pet-friendly rooms in the Cottage and Wetherby buildings have private entrances and terraces or decks stepping out to the back lawn. (They also have gas fireplaces and some have jetted tubs for the humans!) Stroll with your pooch through the wildflower meadow or down the pet-friendly streets of local towns and villages. Go hiking or snowshoeing on nearby trails. Enjoy bountiful homemade breakfasts in the privacy of your room or in the dining room.

Harpoon Vermont Brewery

336 Ruth Carney Drive Windsor, VT, 05089 Phone: 802-674-5491

Feeling guilty about leaving the dog behind? This brewery says bring your furry family member along!

Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in the outdoor beer garden and abundant green space at the Harpoon Brewery Taproom & Beer Garden in Windsor, VT! Grab a seat at the Beer Garden Patio and enjoy full food and beverage service. You will want to snag a reservation ahead of time for busier times like weekends! There is also a tented tank area with an outdoor kitchen that features pizza and other seasonal offerings like ice cream, where you can grab a beer from the beer garden window. On most Sundays from Memorial Day Weekend to Columbus Day Weekend you can enjoy outdoor live music.

Naswa Resort

1086 Weirs Boulevard Laconia, NH, 03246 Phone: 603-366-4341 Toll-Free: 888-556-2792

Your pet is treated like a member of the family at this resort on Lake Winnipesaukee

At the NASWA Resort, they know what it’s like to have to contemplate a vacation without the family pet. That’s why they have designated several rooms, a studio suite and a cottage as pet-friendly. When you arrive with your pooch at this resort on Lake Winnipesaukee, you’ll receive a welcome kit with a list of area pet services, some special treats and a pet toy. The resort will provide dog bedding, pet bowls and pet waste bags in your room. You’ll find the Lakes Region to be a very dog-friendly place, and there are lots of pathways to explore in nearby Ahern State Park on Lake Winnisquam and on the WOW Trail, a paved, multi-use trail in Laconia. The city also has a public dog park, open daily from dawn to dusk.

Boston Harbor Hotel

70 Rowes Wharf Boston, MA, 02119 Phone: 617-439-7000 Toll-Free: 800-752-7077

Bring your pets along on your urban getaway at this hotel right on the harbor

You’re not the only one who could use a little urban getaway: Your pet is ready for that kind of special treat, too. And at the Boston Harbor Hotel, pets are more than welcome to share your room or suite and enjoy all walkable, pet-friendly Boston has to offer. A maximum of two pets per room, up to a total of 80 pounds, is permitted at this hotel right by the city’s vibrant harbor. The hotel is close to the Rose Kennedy Greenway and a 20-minute walk to the Common. See the expert concierge about pet walking services as well as pet sitting and kennel services and local veterinarians. Forgot Fido’s bed? The hotel has you covered, and there may even be a welcome gift involved!

Tugboat Inn

80 Commercial Street Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-4434

Can’t bear to leave your pet behind? Bring your pooch along to this waterfront inn

If you cannot imagine enjoying your vacation without the family pet, the Tugboat Inn, on the waterfront in scenic Booth Bay Harbor, has the perfect solution: Bring your furry companion along with you on your seaside getaway. The very inviting inn, with rooms and suites facing (and sometimes actually over) the water, has three pet-friendly rooms in its Red Building, where semi-private balconies let you look out over the outer harbor. Coastal Maine is very dog-friendly, so you’ll find plenty of businesses and outdoor eateries that welcome your pooch when you stroll through the charming villages. At the Boothbay Region Land Trust, you and your pet have access to over 30 miles of hiking trails through woodlands, salt marshes and wetlands.

Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club

179 Carter Notch Road Jackson, NH, 03846 Phone: 603-383-9111 Toll-Free: 800-966-5779

In the White Mountains, there are plenty of dog-friendly trails to explore from this grand hotel

Dog-friendly rooms at the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club are just the beginning of a grand vacation for you and your furry friend. This hotel, one of the few remaining grand hotels in the White Mountains, boasts year-round on-site and nearby activities, and that includes a variety of dog-welcoming trails. Let your pooch climb over the rocks and maybe even get a little happily wet at Jackson Falls or Diana’s Baths – or take the lead (on a leash, of course) on the pet-friendly hiking trails of the White Mountains National Forest. Area attractions can also be dog-friendly. Well-behaved dogs under 20 pounds are welcome on the Conway Scenic Railroad on some dog-friendly trips.

Basin Harbor

4800 Basin Harbor Road Vergennes, VT, 05491 Phone: 802-475-2311 Toll-Free: 800-622-4000

Pets are more than welcome at this lake resort (they even have their own package deal)

Bring your fur baby to the Basin Harbor resort to sniff in some fresh Vermont air. The Lake Champlain resort is set on 700 acres ready to be explored by you and your pet. Dogs even have their own swimming area at Fanny’s Beach, where they can romp in and out of the water leash-free. With the resort’s PAWSH Pet Package, you and your canine companion can enjoy a three-night stay (with a hearty breakfast) in one of the resort’s 74 unique cottages. Dog bonuses include a Basin Harbor-designed collar and leash, pet charm, travel pet dish and a welcome amenity (like Vermont-made biscuits) upon arrival. Pet pick-up mitts are provided and walking and sitting services are available.

Boothbay Harbor Inn

31 Atlantic Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-6302

Pet-friendly waterfront inn a short walk to town, close to area’s miles of hiking trails

If the thought of putting your dog in a kennel while you vacation in Maine leaves you sad, they have a way to make you happy at the Boothbay Harbor Inn, right on the waterfront in this very walkable town. Six of the inn’s 60 spacious and modern guest rooms are pet friendly, so you can enjoy everything about being on the waterfront without worrying about your furriest family members back home. It’s a short stroll to the harbor’s shops and restaurants, some of which welcome well-behaved pooches. And coastal Maine has plenty of great walks and hikes for humans and canines. At the Boothbay Region Land Trust, for example, you have access to more than 30 miles of hiking trails through woodlands, salt marshes and wetlands.

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Deluxe Room - Dan'l Webster Inn & Spa - Sandwich Village, MA

Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa

149 Main Street Historic Sandwich Village, MA, 02563 Phone: Toll-Free: 855-520-0550

Historic Sandwich inn has the welcome mat out for four-footed guests

If the idea of leaving your pet behind means you are not going to really enjoy that long-awaited vacation, the Dan’l Webster Inn & Spa in the heart of Sandwich Village has a solution: Bring your furry friend along! Several of the inn’s rooms and suites are ready to welcome your pet of 50 pounds and under. You’ll find that Cape Cod is as welcoming as the inn: With its miles of hiking trails and pet-welcoming merchants and outside eateries in charming seaside villages and Main Streets, you and your pet will feel right at home. Back at the inn, human guests will enjoy luxurious bedding, whirlpool tubs and private garden-view balconies. Dine in a conservatory, in a tavern or on a terrace.

Seaport Hotel Boston

One Seaport Lane Boston, MA, 02210 Phone: 617-385-4000

Your dog can be part of your plans when you book that great city adventure

An escape to the city for that perfect getaway does not mean you have to leave your four-footed companion at home. At the Seaport Hotel, on the harbor in the heart of Boston’s energizing Seaport District, pets up to 25 pounds are more than welcome. One of the few pet-friendly hotels on the waterfront, the hotel has designated pet-friendly rooms and suites on three floors and permits leashed dogs throughout most of the hotel property. When you arrive, you (or your pet!) will have a choice of pet toys as well as complimentary doggie bags and treats. There are outdoor grassy areas for strolling and plenty of places in the area where dogs (and their humans) can stretch their legs.

Westbrook Inn B&B

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

Charming rooms with exterior entrances are perfect for your pooch at this shoreline inn

Yes, you can stay in a lovely historic inn on the Connecticut shoreline and bring your dog along, too. The Westbrook Inn Bed & Breakfast, nestled between the Connecticut shoreline and the Connecticut River Valley, has two rooms that welcome your friendly, well-behaved pooch of 70 pounds or less. Both the Duck Island Room and the Salt Island Room have outside entrances and kitchenettes with a mini fridge, microwave and sink. Dogs are welcome on the grounds and in outdoor spaces, including the riverfront property and dock. And there are plenty of hiking and walking opportunities nearby, including beaches, forests and state parks. Back at the inn, guests enjoy a hot breakfast every morning and expansive outdoor patios with fire pits.

Grand Harbor Inn

14 Bay View Landing Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-230-7177 Toll-Free: 877-553-6997

Pets are as pampered as humans at this inn at the edge of a scenic harbor

At the Grand Harbor Inn, at the edge of one of Maine’s most scenic harbors, they know what it’s like if you have to leave the family pet at home when you go on vacation. That’s why they created Pampered Pooch Accommodations. Your pooch will receive a warm greeting and a friendly rub behind the ears upon arrival. Other parts of the pampering package: a comfy plush fleece dog bed, gourmet dog biscuits, water and food bowls and an extensive list of local outdoor recreational activities for you and your pet to enjoy (lots of trails!), plus a list of nearby doggy daycare and veterinarian options. There’s no size restrictions on your pet, but there is a two-per-room limit.

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Summer Evening View - Adair Country Inn & Restaurant - Bethlehem, NH

Adair Country Inn and Restaurant

80 Guider Lane Bethlehem, NH, 03574 Phone: 603-444-2600 Toll-Free: 888-444-2600

Lots of trails means lots of tail-wagging when you and your pooch stay at this country inn

Trails through meadows and forests, up mountainsides and past meandering streams and ponds: What more could a dog want? At the Adair Country Inn and Restaurant, your furry friend is more than welcome in four pet-friendly rooms, one with a fenced-in yard; another with a private patio – and all outfitted with private dog bowls. On this splendid 200-acre former estate, you and your pooch can enjoy walking trails and gardens designed by the Olmsted Brothers (ask for a trail guide of the property) as well as an almost unending list of local scenic and hiking paths. The innkeeper will advise you on the best trails in nearby state and local parks and quaint villages. Take a gourmet picnic backpack and start exploring!

The Wolfeboro Inn

90 North Main Street Wolfeboro, NH, 03894 Phone: 603-569-3016 Toll-Free: 800-451-2389

Inn’s special package invites you to bring your dog along on your lake vacation

Are you sure you aren’t forgetting someone as you plan your outdoor vacation by Lake Winnipesaukee? Because at the historic Wolfeboro Inn, they think maybe you have. That’s why they’ve created the Bed and Bark Package, so you can bring your pup along to this unique destination. Your precious pooch gets their own tennis ball, bag o’ treats, water bowl and name tag. You’ll get a guided trail map through the Cotton Valley Rail Trail, 12 miles of trails that are fun and scenic for humans and leashed dogs all year long. Other dog-friendly trails include Sewall Woods and the hike up Mount Major, particularly colorful in the autumn. Come back to your cozy inn room or spacious suite.

Interlaken Inn

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

Plenty of spacious, pet-friendly lodging options at this inn, located between two lakes

The Interlaken Inn, nestled between two lakes in the foothills of the Berkshires, welcomes your furry fellow vacationer with eight pet-friendly rooms in its comfortable Woodside House. This inn building is in a more secluded spot, with direct entry from the outside for privacy and convenient nearby parking. The vaulted-ceiling rooms feature microwaves and refrigerators. The inn’s farm-to-table restaurant means you don’t have to leave your pet for long to enjoy great meals. The lakefront inn is set on 30 scenic acres, perfect for strolling, with complimentary canoes and kayaks available for guests to use on Lake Wonoscopomuc. Nearby, you and your pooch can hike part of the Appalachian Trail or choose from a variety of local trails.

Lord Camden Inn

24 Main Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325 Toll-Free: 800-336-4325

Humans aren’t the only ones who are pampered by the staff at this pet-friendly inn

Why should humans be the only guests pampered on a Maine vacation? At the Lord Camden Inn, your pet of any size (with a limit of two per room) is welcomed with open paws. The inviting downtown Camden hotel’s Pampered Pooch Accommodations means your pet will be greeted with a rub behind the ears, of course, then treated to a comfy plush fleece dog bed, gourmet dog biscuits, a water and food bowl and (for the humans in your pet’s party) an extensive list of local outdoor recreational activities for you and your pet to enjoy, doggy day care options and the names of local veterinarians. Stroll around town or head out to the area’s parks, crisscrossed with scenic hiking trails.

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Chowder by the Fireplace - Mountain Top Inn - Chittenden, VT

Mountain Top Resort

195 Mountain Top Road Chittenden, VT, 05737 Phone: 802-483-2311

Vermont is a little piece of heaven for you and your pet, with miles of scenic trails

Vermont, with its fresh mountain air, miles and miles of hiking trails and welcoming shops and restaurants, is a veritable paradise for pooches. At the Mountain Top Resort, an idyllic Vermont vacation hideaway on 700 private acres of woods and meadows, with panoramic views of the Green Mountains and a 740-acre lake, there is a good selection of pet-friendly cabins and guest houses for you and your furry companion. Cozy cabins are perfect for two (plus your canine pal), all with lawns, kitchenettes and wood-burning fireplaces. Spacious guest houses have full kitchens and multiple bedrooms. The resort has 40 miles of trails for hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, many of them pet-friendly. Dog walkers are available with advance notice.

Goldie in the Trunk - Sheepscot Harbor Vacation Club - Edgecomb, ME

Sheepscot Harbour Vacation Club

7 Island Lane Edgecomb, ME, 04556 Phone: 802-422-5050 Toll-Free: 866-469-8222

No need to leave your dog at home when you want to explore Maine’s coast

How can you possibly enjoy your perfect Midcoast Maine vacation without your family pet? At the Sheepscot Harbour Village Resort, they understand this perfectly. That’s why several of the independently owned units at the spacious resort are pet-friendly. For a small daily fee, your pooch will be able to splash at the water’s edge and enjoy those great breezes coming off the Sheepscot River just like you will. And coastal Maine is ideal for canine-companion adventures, from strolling along the rocky shores to hiking trails with spectacular views. You might even persuade your pet to join you in a sea kayak. The resort, a short drive from Boothbay Harbor, offers a variety of lodging options including cottages and townhouses.

The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort

Junction of Routes 103 and 131 Proctorsville, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-226-7361 Toll-Free: 888-764-6836

Your pets are very welcome at this resort tucked into the gorgeous Green Mountains

No need to vacation without your furry friend when you book a room at The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort and Spa. Call or go online to see what pet-friendly rooms are available, and you are all set to begin your Vermont adventure. Vermont has a well-deserved reputation for being dog-friendly, so don’t be surprised if your outdoor eatery or shop welcomes your pooch with a treat! The resort’s location near Okemo Mountain means there are plenty of places to visit and hike. Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller Historic Park has lots of hikes through maples and across covered bridges, and there’s an easy and scenic trail at Quiche State Park. Dogs are also welcome at Winslow Farms where you can also pick your own pumpkin!

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Brenton Hotel

31 America's Cup Avenue Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-849-3100

Luxurious boutique hotel in the heart of Newport Harbor will pamper you and your pet

You’re not the only one who can have a pampered vacation in Newport. When you stay at the Brenton Hotel, Newport’s boutique hotel on the harbor, your furry friend can live in the lap of luxury, too. Being pet-friendly at the Brenton doesn’t just mean welcoming your four-legged companion and offering super-sized rooms and suites so everyone has room to roam: It means providing those extra services that ensure he or she will have as good a time as you. So, while you are asking the hotel concierge to plan an itinerary for cliff walks, mansion tours and other delights in this walkable city, the hotel’s pet concierge can make arrangements for dog sitting or dog walking, in partnership with Lucky Dog Resort. Everyone wins!

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

1746 Mountain Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-7355 Toll-Free: 800-253-2232

Accommodating resort wants to make your Vermont vacation fun for you and your pet

You can’t go to Vermont on vacation and leave your pet behind! At the Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa, all accommodations in the Main Hotel are pet friendly. And humans will be happy to know many have fireplaces, majestic mountain or courtyard views, and some have whirlpool jetted tubs. Step outside and take your dog for a run on the Stowe Rec Path, or go hiking on the area’s extensive trails, noted for clear pathways and easy-to-spot trail blazes. Hike up a mountain or take an easy loop around the resort. And you’ll find a lot of Stowe and Vermont restaurants and merchants are pet-friendly, with outdoor accommodations, water bowls and extra pats on the head for visiting pooches.

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Lamb and Lion Inn

2504 Route 6A Barnstable, MA, 02630 Phone: 508-362-6823 Toll-Free: 800-909-6923

Pamper yourself, and your pooch, at this luxury bed-and-breakfast inn on Cape Cod

Why shouldn’t your pet be as pampered as you on your mutual vacation? At the Lamb and Lion Inn, a luxury bed-and-breakfast inn on Cape Cod, pets are welcomed with pet sheets, towels and water bowls. It’s not uncommon to find a well-behaved dog lounging poolside with its owner. The inn is surrounded by dog-friendly conservation trails, and a beautiful rocky beach is within walking distance. A free self-guided driving tour includes all the best restaurants, trails, parks, beaches and ponds where your pooch is permitted. And, inn staff will share some not-so-well-known tips like which whale-watch boats and island ferries are OK with dogs. Come see why the inn was named one of the top pet-friendly properties in the world by CNN.

Franklin Hotel Martha's Vineyard

222 Upper Main Street Edgartown, MA, 02539 Phone: 508-379-2100

Your pet wants to come along on your island vacation! This Vineyard hotel agrees

No need to leave your pet at home when you head out on your island vacation. The Franklin Hotel, the perfect Martha’s Vineyard vacation hotel in Edgartown, welcomes pets 50 pounds and under. You and your significant furry other can walk the tree-lined streets down to lively Edgartown, filled with unique shops and restaurants. Your dog may not admire the stately Federal and Greek Revival ship captain’s homes in this beautiful part of the island, but you will. The island also boasts dozens of hiking trails along wooded paths and by the shore, pristine beaches and applause-worthy sunsets. Back at the boutique hotel, enjoy your luxurious, spacious room (no two are alike), and several relaxing seating areas, including a garden patio.

16 Bay View

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

Dogs, and their humans, should prepare to be pampered at this boutique hotel

Why should humans have all the fun? At 16 Bay View, in the heart of walkable downtown Camden, travelers with dogs are welcomed as part of the family. Under the boutique hotel’s Pampered Pooch program, your dog (or dogs – two are allowed per room; no size restrictions) will enjoy a plush fleece dog bed, gourmet dog biscuits, a water and food bowl and a curated list of local outdoor recreational activities, doggy daycare options and local veterinarians (just in case). Dogs are also entitled to a welcoming rub behind their ears. And humans are entitled to luxurious lodgings and small-plates dining in the elegant Vintage Room and in a breathtaking rooftop bar and terrace. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome in both!

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White Mountain Hotel & Resort

2560 West Side Road North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-7100 Toll-Free: 800-533-6301

Dogs at this mountain resort are official members of the ‘Bed and a Bone Club’

Dogs are so welcome at the White Mountain Hotel & Resort that they have their own special club! Canine guests, official members of the Bed and a Bone Club, will be provided with a food/water bowl, waste cleanup bags, a dog toy, an organic dog treat and a discount for a local pet store. They may also get to know Tully O’Sullivan, the hotel’s Cavalier King Charles Spaniel mascot who inspired the club. The beautiful, recently renovated four-season resort features a variety of excellent walking, hiking and biking trails that begin on or near the property. Take your pooch on a tour of covered bridges, waterfalls, great picnic sites and forests. And you’ll find several dog-friendly merchants and eateries in nearby downtown North Conway.

Hotel on North

297 North Street Pittsfield, MA, 01201 Phone: 413-358-4741

Hotel’s friendly staff is ready with blankets, treats – and belly rubs – for your precious pooch

If you’re thinking of bringing your pet on your Berkshires vacation, take some advice from Lola, the No. 1 dog at the Hotel on North: You want a hotel where the staff is happy to offer treats or the occasional belly rub, and Hotel on North is that hotel. The staff can also help if you forgot to bring a crate, blanket, food or water bowl. And there are plenty of places inside, including the sunny lounge, where dogs can catch a nap while their humans catch a cocktail or cup of coffee. The hotel’s 45 rooms have plenty of space, and Pittsfield is a great city for walks. You’re also a short drive to expansive parks and scenic mountain trails.

Mill Street Inn

75 Mill Street Newport, RI, 02840 Phone: 401-849-9500 Toll-Free: 800-392-1316

Enjoy a boutique hotel experience in historic Newport – and bring your dog along

You want a vacation in Newport, one of New England’s loveliest cities, but you don’t want to leave the dog at home? Book a room at the Mill Street Inn and both you and your furry companion can enjoy a luxurious boutique hotel experience. The inn offers several pet-friendly suites: Call in advance to check availability. You will love your fireplace, private balcony with harbor views and complimentary European-style continental breakfast. Your pooch will love all the walks and hikes in the area, from a stroll along scenic Newport Harbor or along the magnificent Cliff Walk to hikes around the perimeter of historic Fort Adams State Park and along Narragansett Bay. Many local restaurants and shop owners welcome visiting dogs with water bowls – and, sometimes, treats!

Stanton House Inn

76 Maple Avenue Greenwich, CT, 06830 Phone: 203-869-2110

Charming inn welcomes guests’ four-footed companions with comfy bedding, treats

Four-footed guests will find the Stanton House Inn as comfortable and welcoming as their human counterparts have found it to be. Pet-friendly rooms on the charming inn’s patio level have private entrances, so it’s easy to take a stroll into town or to head out to one of the area’s many expansive parks and recreation areas. The inn provides a comfy dog bed, a dark towel (for dirty paws!), food and water bowls, up-cycled cleanup bags and a personal welcome kit with treats, a coupon for a local pet store, dog food samples and a guide to dog-friendly trails, parks, restaurants and stores. Pets must be under 35 pounds. Amenities for humans include an outdoor pool, gorgeous gardens and a complimentary buffet and continental breakfast.

Ocean House Resort

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

Let your pooch be pampered with treats, toys and early-morning beach access

At the Ocean House, they know your dog is part of your family. That’s why they started the Pooch Program, to make your pet’s stay, like yours, comfortable and enjoyable. Well-mannered dogs 50 pounds and under will be welcomed with treats and a toy and have the use of a designer dog bed and dog bowls. The concierge will provide up-to-date information on pet walk areas. Leashed dogs are allowed on the private beach before 8 a.m. and after 6 p.m., with expanded hours October through May. And, with a reservation and an added fee, dog sitters and walkers can be made available. There is a limit of two dogs per room, up to 50 pounds total. Ocean House was recently named to Forbes Magazine's list of "Most Luxurious Hotels & Spas", and is one of the top 100 hotels in the world according to Travel + Leisure readers.

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Black Lab - Landmark Trust USA - Dummerston, VT - Photo Credit Chadwick Estey

The Landmark Trust USA

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

Want to bring your dog along on your vacation? No problem!

You want a classic Vermont getaway, but you don’t want to leave your dog behind? Problem solved at two historic properties owned by The Landmark Trust USA. Dogs are more than welcome at The Sugarhouse and The Amos Brown House. The Sugarhouse is a cozy, rustic one-bedroom cabin at the edge of a stand of maples still used for spring sugaring. The 1915 cabin has a gas log stove and a restful screened porch. The Amos Brown House, a Federal Style brick farmhouse, sleeps six people in three bedrooms. It, too, has a gas log fireplace and a sweet front porch. Take a stroll down the country road or a nearby trail that meanders through the woods.

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