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#3 of 6 B&Bs / Inns in Dorset
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4.8
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.7
Value
4.3
Barrows House offers 27 guest rooms and suites located in the Main Inn and separate cottages throughout our 6 acre property. Guests can enjoy use of our pool, tennis courts, and outdoor patio dining -- complete with a firepit! Barrows House was recently purchased and the guest rooms and grounds have all been completely updated and renovated. We have transformed the Inn into a quintessential New England Bed & Breakfast. Barrows House maintains the charm of an old Inn while providing guests with modern amenities. Our newly renovated Gastropub boasts an expansive bar, craft beers on draft, an outdoor patio for dining, and nightly specials!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Canoeing
Game room
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Meeting rooms
Parking
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Kids' meals
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Wine / champagne
Hiking
Tennis court
Board games / puzzles
BBQ facilities
Concierge
Gift shop
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Shared lounge / TV area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Dry cleaning
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Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Bottled water
Flatscreen TV
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Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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Charming
Location
53Somewhat walkable
Grade: 53 out of 100
7Restaurantswithin 5 miles
11Attractionswithin 5 miles
Contact
3156 Route 30, Dorset, VT 05251-0740
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Did a last minute getaway over MLK. Looked for small dog friendly inn\B&B with fireplace preferable wood burning. Saw this place and looked perfect. Stayed in the blue jay way while has 5 rooms. Three downstairs that share a common space with a wood burning fireplace. Two upstairs which you can pay extra for private second room which has a gas fireplace. We got in just before ten so staff had left and sadly the extra room we paid for had not been unlocked. No one was downstairs so we settled in there. There was no kindling to start the fire and only couple sheets of paper. Luckily got fire started and enjoyed it. They did unlock room next morning. Couple nights later did see someone had set up fire with newspaper and kindling. They do not do room service during stay. Not sure if this a covid thing, staffing or something else. Do give you door hangers to request things. If need water or clean towels do not want to wait so went over to main building when wanted something. Winter is not peak season for this place as too far from ski slopes to get that crowd. Do have tennis courts and pool which judge are good during summer. When not crowded the breakfast is served at the bakery which shares ownership. Over the weekend you walk quarter mile to the Dorset inn. Breakfast was good there but service was spotty as sometimes great and friendly and others involved long waits.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We had stayed at this property years ago and remembered it as being very charming. We booked a last minute getaway and chose the Falcon's Flight suite because we like to have separate sleeping and sitting areas. When we checked in, the very pleasant person at the desk said she would lead us to our room because it was in a standalone cottage (the Inn has rooms in the main building then a number of other buildings scattered around the property). She then led us out through the back parking lot and up a path that led between what appeared to be a maintenance shop below some other rooms and a large dumpster filled with construction debris. Our suite turned out to be the upper floor of a building that housed the pool changing room on the first floor and abutted the pool. The suite itself was painted in dark red and had little natural light so the overall effect was dreary. The bedroom overlooked the pool so we heard children splashing and yelling most of each day -- they weren't being naughty, we just mention this because if you're looking for quiet, this location wouldn't be for you. When we went outside to sit beside our cottage, we were once again greeted with a view of the construction debris and dumpster, as well as regular garbage dumpsters in another area of the parking lot. For just under $450 a night, we were really expecting something much better. Then there was dinner on both nights. The first night was OK, food and service were acceptable. On the second night, I didn't want a large dinner so I ordered what I thought would be a dinner sized Caesar with shrimp ($28 in total). When my "dinner" arrived, it consisted of a small heart of Romaine lettuce with 5 small leaves in total, and 6 small shrimp. We had to ask our waiter for rolls (which he'd initially forgotten) so I'd have something to fill up on. Dorset is a lovely village but we discovered that a much nicer place to stay is the Barrows House sister property, the Dorset Inn. That's where we'll go next time if we decide to return.…
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Date of stay: September 2022
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My wife and I had a delightful dinner at the beautiful outdoor patio. We both had the salmon that was grilled to perfection with delicious accompaniments. The service was fantastic and we were particularly impressed with Alex who went out of his way to adjust the sun screen to provide us with some shade from the setting sun. We'll be back again!
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Date of stay: August 2022
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I wouldn’t even give this place a 1, but this review will not let me select anything less. We booked a 2-night stay at the Wrens Nest cottage at the Inn, and after getting lunch in Manchester Center, we got to the Inn around 4pm to check-in. After waiting about 5mins we were greeted by “Kaitlin” (unsure spelling) who checked us in and gave us the keys to our cottage. After a few mins attempting to get into the room, hardware was loose and wobbly and keys were not turning the deadbolt, the key broke in half with half stuck in the deadbolt. We immediately went in and found “Kaitlin”. We told her what happened and she said she would get maintenance. After waiting for about 15mins, we had no updates so we went back to the cottage to inquire an update. “Kaitlin” was at the cottage door while maintenance went to get “tools”. We asked if there were any updates, but there were none. How the whole experience started, and no updates on how long it would take to handle this issue, we told her that for the price and our time, we wanted a full refund and would be leaving. “Kaitlin” got rather huffy puffy and said, “ok, then you can leave”. She was the furthest from hospitable, was not apologetic and did not offer up any alternatives to make us feel welcome. She acted like we were the irritation, not the fact that we took time off from work, drove an hour and 15mins each way, packed and looked forward to an enjoyable weekend away. However the inn did nothing to keep up on their property or room that they were charging us $800 for a 2night stay. The light outside the entrance to our cottage was not working, their keys/door hardware were not in functioning condition and the door hardware was very loose so clearly this was an issue with other guests but never fixed, and the patio near the restaurant while it looked nice with outdoor heaters, nothing was shoveled to allow guests easy access. The whole experience was unacceptable and it amazes us that this inn qualifies to be a Select Registry property.…
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We looked forward to trying the restaurant since we heard so many good thinks about the food. And it does have an enticing menu. We decided, though, not to put up with rudeness and unacceptable behavior. We had made reservations for after 8 PM. We decided, however, to eat at the bar earlier. The barmaid was rude: Among other things, she slapped down the place mats, telling us when we said we were staying at the bar for dinner, “of course you are.” She then doubted we had cancelled our dining room reservation by making a point of going over to ask the hostess if we had really cancelled. Small reasons to up and leave what could have been a wonderful dinner? Perhaps, though in the scheme of life, it’s too short to tolerate boorish behavior. As often said, it takes years to build a (restaurant/bar’s) reputation and five minutes to lose it!…
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We made reservations on their special deal for one night including dinner at 6:30. Done ! Our plans changed so we called to move our dinner reservation to 5:00. We were then told they had no dinner reservation since they don’t serve dinner on Sunday evening. Their special Romantic night and dinner for two included Sunday. The Asst Manager Kaitlin practically called my partner a liar stating she never book the reservation for dinner then hung up the phone. This place doesn’t deserve one star but I couldn’t give it 0 stars so there it is.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Wonderful, wonderful! We chose to do a little stay-cation in our home state of VT and opted for a stay at Barrows House in Dorset VT. I can't speak highly enough of this gem of a property. Everything about our experience was just what we were looking for, relaxing, rejuvenating and so pleasant. Accommodations: We stayed in one of the Cardinal Retreat suites, equipped with a wood-burning fireplace, large bathroom with a walk-in shower, extremely comfortable bed and super spacious! Customer Service: A+, every interaction we had with staff from the check-in to dinner and breakfast, we were always greeted with a pleasant demanor and excellent service Property: Quintessential VT charm with nice added touches for amenities like a comforting outdoor fire-pit, game table with life-size checkers, outdoor tent for dining etc. If you're looking for a romantic escape to a place where you can experience all that VT has to offer - this is the place for you!…
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Get on your mask and head to the Barrows House in Dorset VT. They have a great drink selection, I enjoyed a lunch from Maine brewing and my sandwich was the best. I tried the kluker and everyone was jealous. I paid for the sweet potato fries and wish there were more or they were bigger, you can never get enough fries. The weather was awesome so it was a nice treat to eat outside on Sunday night.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Traveled with family
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We scouted Barrows House for our wedding 6 years ago, married there 5 years ago & return at least once a year! We love the customer service & location. Bonus- Dorset Green is an easy morning walk & we always get our coffee at the general store. We also love the included breakfast at Dorset Inn.It would be nice for a few updates as we’ve noticed some wear & tear- we’ve literally stayed in a different spot each time. But we feel like it’s a second home away from home. If you go- call & ask for help with booking a room. They have great customer service and are more than happy to help!
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Date of stay: October 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We loved staying at the Barrows house . The friendly staff upgraded our room when we arrived and could not be more welcoming. A fireplace and cheese tray awaited us in the main lobby. The room and were clean, comfortable with a contemporary feel. We had a delicious dinner at the Inn and went down the road to The Dorset Inn for Breakfast which was included in our rate. We enjoyed seeing their other property. We thought both Inns were charming and will return.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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PRICE RANGE
$265 - $273 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
barrows house hotel dorset
LOCATION
United StatesVermontGreen MountainsDorset
NUMBER OF ROOMS
27
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barrows House
Which popular attractions are close to Barrows House?
Nearby attractions include North Meadow Farm (4.3 miles), Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park (4.9 miles), and H.N. Williams General Store (0.4 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Barrows House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at Barrows House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Barrows House?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Dorset Inn Restaurant, Chantecleer Restaurant, and Inn at West View Farm Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Barrows House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Barrows House located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the center of Dorset.
Are pets allowed at Barrows House?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Barrows House?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Norcross-West Marble Quarry (1.3 miles).
Is Barrows House accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.