We had a lovely stay at Laurel Ridge! It was the perfect rustic cabin retreat. We stayed in the…read moreMaster Suite. It was very spacious and had a gorgeous view out over the property. The bird feeders in front of the big windows are a nice touch. You can also see their 6 friendly goats and chickens from the room-side porch. You can say hello to them during your stay. One thing to note, though, is the master suite is right off the main kitchen. So if you are a light sleeper, you may hear breakfast prep sounds in the morning. Breakfast was served at a big dining table with the other guests. It was very yummy! The common area had a lovely fireplace where appetizers like cheese and crackers were provided upon arrival. We booked the Salem Cross Inn Fireplace Feast package. I would highly recommend booking this package. The biggest perk was being driven to and from the feast in a comfortable limo. It was also fun interacting with the other guests staying at the inn. You will likely be grouped with them for the dinner event. Eric and Sue were also very accommodating and friendly. It is definitely a unique getaway experience worth booking!

If you're looking for the perfect getaway for some peace and quiet, the Laurel Ridge Bed and…read moreBreakfast is the place to visit. Nestled on 60 acres in Warren, MA, the house is a beautiful log cabin that's completely off the grid with electricity sourced from solar panels and water from a well. Driving down the ¾ of a mile dirt driveway is a trip in itself... there's actually a sign to assure you that you're on the right path! Linda and Eric were extremely welcoming and made us feel like family. We ended up spending quite a few hours chatting with them and learning about living off the grid. They take a lot of pride in their property and it shows. Outside the beautifully built house live the chickens and the goats. The eggs for breakfast come from the chickens and Linda makes a wonderful goat milk yogurt. We were able to spend some time with the animals, which was an absolute blast. At the time they had several baby goats and they were a riot, each with their own personalities. My wife now wants some pet goats! The food was fantastic! Linda is an amazing cook and aims to please. My wife cannot have gluten and she prepared a gluten free breakfast that was beyond delicious. She made homemade gluten free pancakes with blueberries from their yard that were to-die-for. We didn't try the dinner option, but we definitely will next visit. The Laurel Ridge Bed and Breakfast is a hidden gem. You won't be disappointed if you go there. My wife and I can't wait to go back!

The Mansion at Bald Hill sits on 45 acres site 20 ft from linemaster switch corporation... The…read morefactory next door makes switches for sewing machines and has dumped thinners chemicals paints and metals into the soil creating a 45 acre EPA Superfund hazardous clean up site... The well and Wells are budding the property have been affected by the toxicity of the dumpings.. today they have not been removed and remained on a site which is now used to host weddings and functions... I am shocked that this is not disclosed to every person that uses this facility... This is why they give you bottled water when you're there.. because they're on well is tainted.. if you don't believe me check out the federal website for EPA hazardous website in Woodstock Connecticut and see for yourself.. https://cumulis.epa.gov/supercpad/SiteProfiles/index.cfm?fuseaction=second.redevelop&id=0100041#:~:text=The%2045%2Dacre%20Linemaster%20Switch,use%20chemicals%2C%20paint%20and%20thinners.

There is no doubt The Mansion at Bald Hill is a stunning venue to host an outdoor wedding. The…read moregrounds are maintained beautifully, and the gardens are green and lush. We loved the dramatic ceremony aisle, and the cocktail hour patio space was perfect. The ballroom can truly be transformed into something magical and memorable. Though the venue itself was overall perfect, we did not have a good experience with their so called "day of coordinator" (DOC). There was an extreme lack of communication and professionalism experienced during the rehearsal and wedding day with the DOC. As a Type A bride, I planned every last detail to a T and even provided a fool proof binder of my expectations for decor setup and wedding day flow. On the night of our rehearsal...the day before the wedding, we were informed that the DOC and her staff would not be assisting in the setting up of any of our wedding décor. The only portion of the setup they handle are the tables w/ linens (if you choose to use theirs) and the ceremony chairs. This was not discussed or disclosed to us when booking the venue and had it been, we would have hired an actual coordinator. Due to this, one of my bridesmaids and the significant others of the bridal party had to set up everything the morning of the wedding. Due to the lack of eye for detail and overall care from the mansion's DOC, she did not read the binder we provided her with which in turn also caused our ceremony to be mismanaged. She told the groom and bridal party to start walking before the officiant even began reading the opening remarks resulting in our officiant having to skip over the whole beginning of our ceremony script. We would have been better off without her "help" and "services" altogether as several of our other vendors also commented to us about her rudeness towards them. We also want to share our experience regarding their "open bar" pricing. Due to specific wording in the contract, we were charged an additional (quite significant) amount of money for alcohol consumed. You are not paying for an open bar here but rather by consumption so please be sure you understand your contract fully to avoid this unnecessary additional stress. Overall, we feel the venue itself made our wedding perfect, but we are giving only three stars due to the DOC's behavior, lack of care for the bride and groom and subpar services provided. If you fall in love with the grounds like we did and choose to book your wedding here, the major takeaway we have from our experience would be to hire your own coordinator. You will need someone who always has the bride and groom's needs at the forefront of their mind and someone who truly knows and cares about executing your vision. Your wedding day should be stress-free and that will not happen here without an outside coordinator.

Great, warming and welcoming environment. This B & B sets a very high bar for other's to meet.read more

Dont' miss this gem in Barre Ma. Beautiful, well-kept victorian with several rooms and a wonderful…read morebreakfast. Joe, the Innkeeper and breakfast maker is absolutely delightful, full of great information and just a general all-around stellar person. We felt like we were the queen and king of the mansion while we were there. Special times at the Jenkins Inn.

This was such a beautiful experience! Our host Candy was extremely accommodating complete with…read moredelicious gluten free breakfast!!!! Thanknyou!!

We were here to visit our kid at UMass over Parents Weekend and had a very pleasant stay in the…read moreupstairs suite with two bedrooms. The rooms are stocked with snacks and there's some local artwork you can purchase if you like. The upstairs suite doesn't have any kind of a kitchen, though there's a mini-fridge and I believe a microwave, so dishes are bussed out as you use them; don't plan on doing any food prep on your own. The hostess brought breakfast to the room (there's not a common dining room like most B&Bs) and pointed out the local ingredients including eggs from her chickens and vegetables from the garden. This is a real working mini-farm and it's fun to stroll the grounds and see what is going on. And it's VERY close to the northeast corner of the campus; we were able to leave our car and walk to his dorm (Van Meter) in about 20 minutes. Like the website says, the grounds are very rich in animals and there's an extremely friendly cat who wouldn't stay out of our room in spite of the management's desire to keep the premises pet-free. Keep this in mind if you have allergies.

I'm reviewing based only on SMELLS. This place is pleasant, the couple running it are nice and…read moreattentive, it's decorated nicely, and the bed was very comfortable. But I'm here to talk about smells. They clean the floors with lemon-scented Pine Sol. The downstairs is all hardwood floors so it has a distinct lemon smell in the air. The room was lovely but they washed the blankets, sheets, pillowcases, and towels with a strong scented detergent. As a super smeller, this was really my only complaint. If I hadn't brought my own pillow, I would have had to leave. Luckily I was able to sleep with help from allergy meds and my personal pillow. The smell of the air outside was clean and beautiful. Fresh Connecticut air! If detergent smells don't bother you, this is a great place to stay. I suggest they consider switching to hypoallergenic (free &. clear) detergent for those of us very sensitive noses!

TOP Bed & Breakfast EVER! My husband and I wanted a nice getaway at a top B&B, something nice,…read moreupdated, comfy yet home away from home. This is a B&B AND has the service of a 5 start hotel in NYC! Rooms are so clean, spacious and provide EVERYTHING you need. Beth, Priscilla & Mauricio are SO attentive, welcoming and amazing hosts. Breakfast is fresh and the decor is JUST AMAZING. I'm not afraid to admit it, coming from a big city I try to look for and want the best of the best, boy WAS THIS IT! I don't right reviews even if I'm happy with something, I ONLY write reviews if I'm blown away. We loved it so much we decided to stay an extra night. Look no further, Watson is the best of the best. My husband and I will surely be returning!

Just completed a weekend wedding celebration at the Inn. 10/10! From Friday nights rehearsal and…read moreimpromptu dinner for the family all the way through brunch Sunday Morning for the overnight guests. The food, the staff, the property so welcoming felt like spending time at a family countryside home. Pics from brunch !!

I attended a brunch last Sunday Nov 19 for the Hanover Theatre Volunteers. I know she doesn't…read moremanage the Inn anymore but it was great to see Dawn Eckelberry. She and my Family all graduated from David Prouty. In fact She graduated with my youngest brother Ken. I have been to other functions there like Class Reunions and other occasions. The Brunch was great. It is nice that you are keeping that Spencer Landmark operating. Jim Messier DPHS Class of 1970

Hands down the best bed and breakfast I've ever stayed in! Every detail is well-thought out and…read moreperfectly executed. The rooms and the grounds are beautiful and relaxing. Lee and Bob are the perfect hosts, easy to chat with and available at a moment's notice, but never intrusive. And the breakfasts are amazing!!! You will not regret a stay here.

What a charming Idealic setting in luscious Green Vermont very upscale newly renovated inn with…read moresprawling back yard fields a continuous River Brook near a waterfall and covered bridge exquisite morning breakfasts at your requested times . beautiful attentive caretakers ..top quality bed and friendly bathrooms in each room.. quiet gentle cozy rooms made for our splendid perfect weekend stay. LARAAJI & Arji OceAnanda May 25,2022

A hidden gem! On 8 acres, the whole house has been beautifully restored to its 1722 salt box…read moreorigins, with all modern conveniences added. Two beautiful ponds in the backyard with fountains. I stayed in the Tobacco Valley Suite, which had a Queen bed, a separate sitting room and a private bath. The most peaceful sleep I ever had! Great continental breakfast, wine at night, and the host, Thomas, quietly ensured my stay was perfect. Excellent value! A great location for families, couples or single travelers.

Great experience all nice people there whenever I've been there no inappropriate behavior at all.read more

First time experience. It was refreshing. Staff and people were very nice. Pool is excellent…read more They have a great library and gorgeous waterfall , worth the short walk. The nudity takes a bit getting used to. I found it best to just go for it once there. Had some marvelous conversations. Thinking about it , I think the staff could be a little more aware of newbies and maybe check in on them. Maybe whoever brings you on the tour. My only minor concern. I will go back before the end of summer