I recently attended a wedding at the Friendly Crossways and although I had a great weekend with…read morefamily and friends, I think my perspective is different than most of the previous reviewers. As others mentioned there were no other options close by in the Harvard area to stay, so we decided to stay on site (even though I tried to find alternative arrangements). We arrived on Friday and found our room, which had only twin beds (the same for almost all rooms) but were yet to receive our linens (sheets/towels/pillow cases). We did get those later and as another reviewer mentioned they were very worn. You could also not bring in your own pillows or linens (as I had brought) and the party would be fined if they saw you doing so. The bathroom/showers which I saw were pretty outdated and dingy (except the ones near the front door which appear to be newer). They weren't unclean, but were just in desperate need of some TLC. We were also informed of a strict 5 minute shower policy which there are signs posted for in the bathroom. As most have said, it is very much a DIY venue, even so far as to washing your own dishes throughout the weekend. We did help out with a lot throughout the weekend which was fun helping our friends set up their wedding and be a part of it, but many times we would need to ask Mary or Keith (the owners of the property) for assistance or direction with a given task. Most of the time they were very friendly and helpful, but not all the time. I certainly understand they have a job to do, and tasks the Bride/Groom set up for them, and that helping me wasn't on their priority list, but at least be a little bit pleasant because we are paying you to be there. I would have to agree that the food they provided was excellent, and they were able to meet the needs of many dietary issues in our group. If I was reviewing only their food it would be 5 stars, no question. They used fresh ingredients and were very passionate about what came out of the kitchen. The other issue was the firewood. We were lectured that it was to be a "camp fire" and not a "bonfire". We were only provided with about 6 tiny pieces of wood to keep the fire going for our allotted 2 hours...and NO wood was to be put on after 11pm as the fire had to be completely out by midnight... It was nice to be able to just walk back to my room after the wedding/reception. The ceremony was beautiful set back under the trees on the lawn. If you are looking for a DIY wedding where you have to do just about everything for set up and break down then this is probably your place.

We had our wedding at Friendly Crossways, about 30 guests. Friendly Crossways provided both the…read morevenue space and the catering, both were super huge parts in making our wedding day so perfect. Mary Helan was a breeze to work with, super quick to respond, so helpful and friendly. We had friends and family stay with us both before and after the wedding which was so special to have all at the venue location. THE FOOD!!! The cooks use fresh food from the garden right there, it was so soooo good and does not get any fresher than that! Everything was so seamless on our day, Mary Helan helped us with so many steps to make it all go so well. I would highly recommend this for anyone who wants to have a stunning outdoor venue with great food and people around you!

I don't even know where to begin--5 stars all around! The Barn at Gibbet Hill is truly something…read morespecial. The Venue & Team: Having grown up in the next town over, Gibbet Hill has always held a special place in my heart. It's where my husband and I went on early dates and celebrated anniversaries, so when we got engaged, I dreamed of a beautiful winter wedding at The Barn. I honestly assumed it would be outside of our budget, but after touring multiple venues, I quickly realized that Gibbet Hill was right on par in price--and incredibly willing to work with any budget. Nothing else compared. Nothing checked all the boxes the way The Barn did. Shoutout Bree--our coordinator, planner, event manager, director of sales, and overall wedding miracle worker. She is FANTASTIC, and I cannot speak highly enough of her. From our very first phone call, she walked me through every option, every detail, every add‑on--with endless patience. I had quite a bit of anxiety around planning, especially since we didn't start until about seven months before the big day, but she made the entire experience seamless. With 300+ weddings under her belt, she knew exactly how to guide us. She helped us design our menu, advised us on where to splurge or save, coordinated the timeline with all our vendors, and even bustled my dress. She made sure we had a quiet 15‑minute moment together after the ceremony--just us, taking it all in with appetizers. She went above and beyond in every single way to make our day easy, special, and absolutely stress‑free. We LOVED working with her. The Space: The barn itself is stunning--warm, elegant, and adaptable. It's spacious enough for a 200‑person celebration yet intimate enough for smaller weddings. We had 75 guests, and the way they set up and decorated the room made it feel breathtakingly beautiful. The Food: OUT. FREAKING. STANDING. Our guests are still talking about it six months later. We chose family‑style dining, and it was such a fun, interactive experience--everyone loved getting to try everything rather than choosing just one entrée. The steak, the fish, the mushroom cream tortellini (incredible!), the broccolini, the mashed potatoes--everything was cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious. I would recommend the family‑style option a thousand times over. The Staff: Every single person--from the waitstaff to the bartenders to the behind‑the‑scenes team--was phenomenal. A special shoutout to Shannon, our dedicated server for the night. She kept our drinks topped off, reminded me to switch into comfortable shoes, and made sure we were having the best day of our lives. If you're considering getting married at The Barn at Gibbet Hill--do it. Planning with their team is smooth, easy, and completely stress‑free. It was everything we dreamed of and more. I can't recommend it highly enough!

Just had the pleasure of attending a wedding there. Location was beautiful. Facility was…read moreimmaculate. Staff were spectacular. 10 stars !!!

Was such an amazing experience. I am not sure if they still have a tasting menu after the fire, but…read moreit was one of my life's great experiences that I wanted to send my daughter. It seems like they only do wedding events. I hope this is not the case

Went to a wedding here. The barn burnt down and has not been rebuilt. They cook on a truck and…read morethe food is mediocre at best. It feels like a picnic. The venue is one long table and those at the end cannot see the event in front. The grounds are messy and there is no place to cool off on a hot day. Very disappointing.

A beautiful boutique inn in the small town of Groton Massachusetts…read more The staff was warm and inviting, the room clean and well put together, and the facilities are gorgeous. You can't ask for a better place to stay in such a small town location. What a GEM of a location. To send this place into the orbit of perfection, They offered a continental breakfast, full of artisan delights and small local vendor treats!!!

In town for nearby work visit. Great inn With the snow all around. The front desk attendant, Jen…read morewas helpful & friendly. The room was very spacious & comfortable. Great bed & shower. I didn't have the breakfast but love the water available at any time. The fireplace in the main area was beautiful! The meeting area for a group dinner one night was nice too.

We needed reasonably priced accommodations for one night to attend my son's golf tournament early…read morethe following morning. I booked a room, then read the reviews. I wished I had read them first and since cancellation would have required full payment, we went and hoped for the best. At check in the didn't have our reservation. The front desk manager, Tina, I believe, could not have been more pleasant or apologetic. She was friendly, personable and worked quickly to get our reservation straightened out. In a few minutes she had us all checked in. The room was completely fine. Honestly, it was clean, it didn't smell and the beds were comfortable. We went for a swim in the pool and it was fantastic. I hate cold water, I hate it! This wasn't cold, not even close. My son and I played in the pool for an hour, it was very refreshing. I would definitely stay here again. I seriously wonder who these people are and what their expectations may be when you stay at a hotel for $135/night? Basic and clean is all I needed and they delivered and more. Nice place.

Spent a night here for a dance competition. Not sure how this hotel stays open. Booked rooms in…read moreAugust with a 24 hour cancellation policy. When trying to cancel one night was told it was part of a two night minimum. Never disclosed on any of the paperwork or confirmation emails. Front desk staff was extremely rude about it. But then finally let me cancel a night. On arrival when walking to the room noticed hallways in disrepair with holes in walls, paint and wall coverings falling off renovation areas that seem to have been that way for quite some time. Stains on walls and carpets. On arrival to room it was freezing the air was one and it was 62 in the room. Bathroom door broken as well as it didn't lock. Musty smell in the room. Upon arrival checked the bed to make sure there were no bedbugs based on the general upkeep of the common areas. Didn't see any. Pulled back top corner to get into bed and realize there was a full spiderweb and large spider that had been in residence for quite some time. When I called the front desk they told me there were no other rooms to move too. Nor anybody to clean the room. It was obvious this room had not been occupied in quite some time nor cleaned. Finally able to relocate us at 11 o'clock at night. Made for a poor sleeping night for our group because we weren't sure that we were not gonna find other spiders, bugs or other animals in the new room. New room still had a musty smell. Walls painted over mold. Toilet was not connected to the floor. Tiles were falling off the wall under the sink. Mirror was disintegrating. Spoke to the front desk in the morning we're not even apologetic for the inconvenience. I was told all the rooms in the hotel had been thoroughly cleaned before the weekend. When I showed her the pictures she stated oh my. While this place may have been nice when constructed it is obvious they have not kept up with general maintenance or renovations. In reviewing previous reviews, after the fact, I found pictures of areas that were under maintenance 11 months ago that are still in the same exact state. Icemaker that doesn't work , areas partitioned off for Reno , industrial washers in the hallway, dumpster dollies full of bleach and trash in the halls and rooms that seemed to have paper on the sliders. First room had two refrigerators and a coffee maker second room had one fridge no coffee maker. I would've never made coffee there. Second room was smaller and we were told since we got a view of the pool that our room was an actual upgrade. It was ridiculous Stay someplace else

My sister age 57 how has Down Syndome and was signed up for session ant Grotonwood for adults with…read morespecial needs. She was there less than 24 hours when I was called to come get her as she had a couple of melt downs. we were both very upset by this and when I asked if I could get any of the $1600 that it cost me back the answer was NO as her dismissal was behavioral. It's a SPECIAL NEEDS Camp Shame on Grotonwoo

My three sons have attended as campers or worked here for the past 12 summers, and have also…read moreattended retreats and other events. It is like a second home for our family. I highly recommend it to anyone who wants a classic camp experience and for the working family who needs childcare/activities for the summer!

Studio Lab does outstanding work!! They all have amazing talent with what they do at the studio…read moreLab!! Give them a shot because you won't be sorry ! Great bunch of people who work there. Well worth the money and effort to go and see what they have to offer you for your professional business. I would give them 100 stars if I could if it was offered!! Just amazing there!!

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Have stayed here a few times when in the area. Cida @ breakfast is a treasure, Patricia, and…read moreKatelynn do a great job at the front desk. My room is paid for when I stay, so I can't complain too much. They have the absolute weirdest bed pillows I've ever seen in a hotel, or anywhere! Room for my last stay was missing the closet door, sheet window curtains, and housekeeping left the floor lamp askew. Was told the hotel is soon to undergo a complete renovation. Hope they get better bed pillows! Looking forward to seeing the new look!

This is a very convenient location to the fields at Devens fields. Overall it's a fine place but I…read morewas disappointed with my stay as one of the rooms had a crack in the bathroom which was infested with ants. They did not have complimentary toiletries, and were out of extra pillows. The towels were raggedy and had strings hanging off of it.