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Black Bear Inn

2.5 of 5
4010 Bolton Access Road, Bolton Valley, VT 05477
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Clifton Park, New York
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14 reviews 14 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

My husband and I were married at the Black bear May 12 2012. So this past weekend we came back to celebrate our 1 year anniversary. This place for us is got to be one of the most romantic spots we have ever found. Its like that lost cottage somwhere. We stayed in room 13 with a King size bed... More

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Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Canada
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30 reviews 30 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We were lucky to have found a wonderful deal on Living Social for $108 for 2 nights which included full breakfasts both mornings, a lovely bottle of pinot grigio chilling in our room upon arrival and a small plate of yummy Vermont chocolates! Jill and Brian, the owners, are so warm and friendly and an absolute pleasure to talk with.... More

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Vermont
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15 reviews 15 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

I took my husband here for his 70 ith birthday. It is pet friendly, most important to us because we travel with our Schnauzers. Our room was very small, but nicely decorated. The room we were in did not have a coffeepot, but I guess some of them do. We had a private hot tub, which was nice. The price... More

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divadeb51
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

My husband and I have been to Black Bear Inn several times over the past 10 years-we always love to come up here on the mountain. It is scenic and quiet and just all around beautiful. The Inn is quaint and very rustic which we love-the room we always try to stay in is lovely-with a hot tub right outside... More

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New Haven, Connecticut
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 4, 2013

If you love skiing and want easy access to the trails (nordic and alpine), but aren't into big ski resorts, this is the place for you. The Black Bear Inn is quiet, friendly, helpful, and comfortable. The breakfasts are delicious, the dinner we had in the inn was tasty and generous, and the fire stove helped us dry our wet... More

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Whitehall, Pennsylvania
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17 reviews 17 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

This was our second trip to the Black Bear Inn and it was just as good if not better than the first!!! Let me start by saying that the Inn's location and decor make it a great place!! The views of the mountain are breathtaking! We stayed in Room 13 this year and I loved it! The hot tub, fire... More

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Jill D, Owner at Black Bear Inn, responded to this review
March 1, 2013

We are so glad our guests enjoyed their second winter visit with us! And thanks to this wonderful winter we are having, they were even able to enjoy a snowmobile tour nearby. Looking forward to hosting them next February! More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2013 via mobile

The inn is located near the ski resort and nestled in the woods. Convenient as you can ski to resort fom back of inn. The furniture, lighting, window treatments, carpeting all need an upgrade.... The lobby is filled with pieces that don't match and the dark green carpet thruout makes the place look dark and gloomy.... The room has no... More

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Jill D, Owner at Black Bear Inn, responded to this review
February 21, 2013

While we cannot control our guests' tastes, we can certainly stay true to our property's essence of being a country inn. To some folks, that may be equivalent to being outdated, along with our ski lodge feel (lots of woodwork and the necessary dark carpeting for all those boots!). We are fortunate to be complimented daily, however, on our Inn's... More

Chippenham, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013

What's not to like? Great hotel, great location, great people - and the best food I had eaten on a four week visit to North America. Up a mountain, with stunning views, I wished we had had the time to stay at this place longer, and I am planning to go back. The couple who run it are very friendly... More

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Auburn, Maine
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117 reviews 117 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 52 cities Reviews in 52 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 26, 2013

We have stayed here some 5 maybe 6 times, and enjoyed each visit. The Inn Keepers - Brian & Jill are pleasant, helpful and always welcoming on our visits. Black Bear Inn is comfortable, quiet and close to many great places to see. The meals have always been very good as well. We have been with family and friends to... More

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Charlotte, Vermont
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2012

As a travel writer I pay particular attention to online reviews and then verifying if appropriate or not. The Black Bear Inn is a rare find across New England as traditional country inn bed and breakfasts are not typically found adjacent to ski areas with ski-in/ski-out options. Ski area accommodations are increasingly becoming packed with condos and mountain home rentals.... More

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Also Known As:
Black Bear Hotel Bolton Valley
Black Bear Hotel
Address: 4010 Bolton Access Road, Bolton Valley, VT 05477
Region: United States > Vermont > Bolton Valley
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 2 B&Bs / Inns in Bolton Valley
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located 2000 feet above the valley floor, the Black Bear Inn extends a warm welcome to all who visit our mountaintop hideaway! Our slopeside location makes us the ideal spot for a ski vacation with family; the Black Bear Inn also offers rooms with private hot tubs for couples looking for a romantic getaway. Guests will start each day with a hearty country breakfast featuring locally-tapped maple syrup, and later enjoy fine dining in our candlelit restaurant where we feature a three-course prix fix menu that changes nightly and an extensive wine list. ... more   less 
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