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The Old Brick Tavern Bed & Breakfast and Antique Shop - Townshend

Built in 1792, the building now known as the Old Brick Tavern B&B is one of the oldest in Townshend village. It is said to have served as a tavern, dance hall, antique shop and the residence of a silent movie actress. The B&B offers two beautiful guest rooms with luxurious baths and room amenities include air conditioning, cable TV, and velour robes and slippers.

The common areas are welcoming and designed for guests' enjoyment and relaxation. The TV lounge is furnished with a comfortable sofa and chairs, numerous antiques and a 52″ HDTV with a large selection of movies. 

Included is a delicious breakfast served each morning in the dining room from tables set with antique china, beautiful crystal, and linen tablecloths. Dinner options are also available at the B&B.

Other dinner options near the B&B include Townshend Pizza (also serves, pastas, sandwiches and beer) located on the Village Green,  the Stuffed Bun (burgers and sandwiches) located 1.1 miles from the Green, and the Dam Diner located 3.9 miles from the Green.

Room Rates: $150

Website:  www.oldbricktavern.com

 

The Boardman House Bed & Breakfast - Townshend

Built in the Greek Revival architectural style, this 1840 farm house turned bed and breakfast sits next to the most photographed church in Vermont! This B&B features 5 rooms and 1 suite, all with private modern baths and several of which overlook the historic village green. Guest rooms are uncluttered and are furnished in the Shaker style with bursts of color on the duvet covers and paintings.

A well maintained barn on the property houses a sauna on the lower level.

Breakfasts are gourmet and might offer individual soufflés, homemade muffins, or baked pear pancakes.

Dinner options near the Boardman House include Townshend Pizza (also serves pastas, sandwiches and beer) located on the Village Green, the Stuffed Bun (burgers and sandwiches) located 1.1 miles from the Green and the Dam Diner located 3.9 miles from the Green..

Room Rates: $60 - $80 / Suite Rates: $90 - $110 (no credit cards)

Website:  www.southvermont.com/townshend/boardmanhouse/index.html

 

The Old Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast - Townshend

This cozy 1790 farmhouse sits on 15 acres just outside of Townshend and offers guests  three spacious bedrooms with queen size beds and private baths. Each bedroom has old American charm with beautiful wide board pumpkin pine floors, original artwork, and hand made quilts.

There is a solarium where you can watch the numerous varieties of birds and wild turkeys feeding at the bird sanctuary. Also in the solarium is a reading nook, television, and piano for your enjoyment.

A hearty country breakfast is served with a choice of fresh fruits, home made cakes and muffins, a variety of egg dishes, pancakes, bacon & sausages and French toast.

Dinner options near the Boardman House include Townshend Pizza (also serves pastas, sandwiches and beer) located on the Village Green and the Stuffed Bun (burgers and sandwiches) located 1.1 miles from the Green and the Dam Diner located 3.9 miles from the Green.

Room Rates: $95 (No credit cards.)

Website:  www.oldefarmhouse.net

 

The Redwing Farm Bed & Breakfast - Townshend

On a quiet back road just minutes from the entrance of the Townshend State Park, this 200 year old farm house is nestled on the West River and offers serene views of the river valley and distant mountain tops. Still a working farm, the Redwing Farm B&B offers three rooms (one with private bath) that are spacious, bright, and have a warm cozy feel.

Dinner options near the Redwing Farm include the River Bend Grill located 2.3 miles away and the Riverbend Farm Market for carry-out of prepared foods, deli sandwiches, salads and baked goods located approximately 3 miles from the Redwing.

Room Rates: $60 to $95

Website:  www.redwingfarm.com

The Sugar House - Newfane



This 1796 post and beam cottage was originally built for maple sugaring and was converted to a charming guest house in the 1970's. Built without any nails, the hand hewn wood beams give the cottage a warm cozy feeling.

The cottage has a full kitchen, sitting area with fireplace, a loft that sleeps two additional people and a private patio. The kitchen is stocked with coffee, tea, water, juice and milk. A cheese and fruit platter will greet you upon arrival and in the morning, freshly baked muffins are delivered to your door with the newspaper. Other amenities include air conditioning and satellite TV.

Dinner options within two miles of  the Sugar House include the River Bend Grill; the Newfane Market and the Newfane Cafe & Creamery for carry-out of prepared foods, deli sandwiches, salads and baked goods; Rick's Tavern; and for upscale dining, the Four Columns Inn or the Old Newfane Inn.

Room Rates: $200

Website: http://thesugarhouse.info

Four Columns Inn - Newfane



The Four Columns Inn is a legendary 15 room country inn built in the elegant Federal style. It sits nestled at the foot of a 150-acre private mountain and rushing stream in the heart of downtown Newfane. The inn's comfortably elegant rooms, all with private bath and most with spa tubs and fireplaces, are extremely well appointed featuring luxury linens, fluffy robes, custom bath accessories, individual heat/air conditioning,  high speed wireless internet access, and complimentary bottled water. Rates include a hearty country breakfast each morning in the inn's elegant dining room, complimentary newspapers, and afternoon tea and coffee service with sweets.

Other amenities include a swimming pool, walking trails, and gourmet restaurant.

In addition to the award winning restaurant on-site, the Old Newfane Inn is a three minute walk from the Four Columns. By bike, Rick's Tavern is 1.1 miles from the Inn and the River Bend Grill is 2.5 miles from the inn.

Room Rates: $170 - $195 / Foliage Season: $215 - $240

Suite Rates: $227 - $329 / Foliage Season: $340 - $390

Website:  www.fourcolumnsinn.com

Old Newfane Inn - Newfane


Constructed in 1787 (when Vermont was still an independent republic) the Old Newfane Inn sits on the historic Newfane Village Common. Virtually unchanged for nearly 200 years, this classic and gracious country inn offers ten very quaint rooms, all furnished with lovely antiques. Each room has modern facilities. Amenities include an award winning gourmet restaurant with a large selection of imported and domestic wines carefully selected by the chef-owner Eric Weindl.

The Old Newfane Inn has been featured and recommended for its high standards in classic French-Swiss Cuisine by Gourmet Magazine, Travel and Leisure, Chaine de Rotisseurs, Bon Appetit, The New York Times and Yankee Magazine.

In addition to the award winning restaurant on-site, the Four Columns Inn is a three minute walk from the Old Newfane Inn. By bike, Rick's Tavern is 1.1 miles from the Inn and the River Bend Grill is 2.5 miles from the inn.

Room Rates: $135.00  /  Suite Rates:   $175.00 

Website:  www.www.oldnewfaneinn.com

 

Newfane Woods Guest Suite - Newfane

Located on the ground level of the owners' log home, this tourist accommodation, with its private entrance, offers a comfortable home-like atmosphere for 2 persons only. It includes a spacious living room, bedroom with a queen-sized bed, private bath (shower), and patio with pleasant views of the pretty setting. Amenities include a fridge, microwave, coffee-maker, toaster, dishes, glasses & utensils, as well as everything you'll need for a satisfying, continental-style, self-serve breakfast.

A seasonal sandwich / burger shack at the confluence of the West and Rock Rivers is a short walk from Newfane Woods, and the very popular Rick's Tavern is 1.7 miles by bike. Guests are also welcome to pick-up provisions at Dutton's farm stand across from Rick's (local fruits & cheeses and fresh baked goods) and / or the Newfane Market and Newfane Cafe and Creamery (freshly made salads and sandwiches) for dining in at Newfane Woods.

At the Newfane Woods Guest Suite you'll experience a private, peaceful, slice of authentic Vermont living that is walking distance to the West River beaches and the Rock River's unspoiled swimming holes.

Room Rates: $115 / Foliage Season: $135

Website: www.newfanewoods.com 

 

The River Bend Lodge - Newfane

The River Bend Lodge, located on the banks of the West River 2.5 miles north of Newfane village, offers twenty recently redecorated standard rooms. For breakfast, coffee and doughnuts are served in the lobby. Amenities include a popular full service restaurant , The River Bend Grille (not open for breakfast), a golf driving range, indoor game room and close proximity to the Townshend State Park entrance.

Breakfast provisions can be purchased at the nearby River Bend Farm Market the night before for dining in your room,

Room Rates: $55 - $65 / Holiday & Foliage: $82

Website:  www.riverbendlodgevt.com