In the heart of the Green Mountain National Forest, this bed and breakfast features an outdoor swimming pool and on-site tennis courts. Hildene, the Lincoln family home, is 10 miles from the property. Each uniquely decorated guest room at Barrows House features cable TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms have a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. The Barrows House Restaurant serves New England tavern food and craft beer, which can be enjoyed on the seasonal outdoor patio. A daily breakfast is provided for guests. The Dorset Barrows House has lush gardens and 6 acres of land. Manchester Country Club Golf Course is 6 miles from the bed and breakfast. Stratton Mountain Resort is 22 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
10
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  • Gwynneth
    United States of America United States of America
    The ambiance, friendly staff, beautiful location.
  • Sandy
    United States of America United States of America
    The grounds were beautiful, the room decor just our style! Loved the modern bathroom and keeping its charm! Most important clean!
  • Mary
    United States of America United States of America
    Our family returned for a second visit this season as our first experience was so lovely and memorable. Our second visit was just as wonderful as the first. Barrows House offers the unique balance of modern comforts with the charm of personal...

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Barrows House
Barrows House and its cluster of eight buildings are centered on six acres of lovely gardens, expansive lawns and venerable trees. Lodging options include luxury suites with whirlpool baths and fireplaces, cottages with multiple guest rooms, free-standing homes with living rooms and outdoor seating areas ideal for extended family & friends. In the summer enjoy our pool and tennis courts. In the winter, warm by the outdoor fire pit. Whatever the season…there’s always a reason to stay at Barrows House.
Originally, this six acre estate served as the manse of the Reverend William Jackson, pastor of the Dorset Church for 46 years. In 1900, Experience and Theresa Barrows purchased it to create a farm and country inn dedicated to serving local residents, the traveling public and long term summer boarders, many of whom were writers or artists escaping the summer heat of New York City. Unfortunately, a 1939 fire destroyed a rear wing of the building. Renovations then included giving the entire inn an overlay of Greek revival features. Later, some interior renovations revealed original wall stenciling created in the inn’s parlors by an itinerant artisan. Barrows House has served as a country inn ever since offering guests a classic four season Vermont experience. In 2012, Barrows House was purchased by the owners of the Historic Dorset Inn’ Est 1796 and was completely renovated before opening in the summer of 2013. The inn’s 27 guest rooms, restaurant and tap room hav been modernized and reconfigured including a new large outdoor dining terrace and a local marble bar. The inn boasts several cottages, a swimming pool, tennis courts and beautiful gardens and grounds, as well as, t
Chartered in 1761, Dorset is a vibrant and historic community nestled in the hills of southern Vermont. Dorset is well known for its mountains, valleys & New England village charm. Come learn the reasons why people love to live, eat & play in Dorset!
Language spoken: English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Barrows House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Ski
  • Ski storage
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Game room
  • Skiing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool
Spa
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
$50 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
$50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

If you expect to arrive after 10 pm, please inform the property in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Barrows House

  • Guests staying at Barrows House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Breakfast to go

  • Barrows House is 1,150 feet from the center of Dorset. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Barrows House is from 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Barrows House include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, Barrows House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Barrows House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Skiing
    • Game room
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Live music/Performance
    • Horseback riding
    • Themed dinners
    • Badminton equipment
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at Barrows House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Barrows House has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1