Warmth and hospitality at its best! Finding a comfortable place to stay with small children is difficult...everyone here made us feel completely at home and welcome. That extends to the guests we shared the house with that we only met over an amazing breakfast. Its nice to see a multi generational family working together these days, and we were made to feel a part of that family while we were there. Thank you for a home away from home, and God Bless you and yours, and everyone who finds their way to the Whitcomb house.

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This was our 2nd stay at the inn. Susan & her family make you feel so at home.The inn is so full of history. A real New England Gem.The amazing smell of Davids cooking in the morning makes you want to get up and start your day. From the cookies and tea after a day at the pumpkin festival to your beautiful grandchildren we loved it all!

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This was our 2nd stay at the inn. Susan & her family make you feel so at home.The inn is so full history. A real New England Gem.The amazing smell of Davids cooking in the morning makes you want to get up and start your day. From the cookies and tea after a day at the pumpkin festival to your beautiful grandchildren we love it all!

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I had a wonderful time at the Bridges Inn while visiting in the area for college recruiting. The Inn is in a great location (near Keene, NH and Brattleboro, VT) as a central base for day travel. The rooms are spacious and comfortable--and the snuggly bathrobes aren't bad either! My bathroom was warm on the chilly fall mornings, and while completely modern, retained a tin lined wooden tub. The Schuster family all take part in the management and operation of the Inn and are consummate hosts. I very much enjoyed my conversations with Susan and Elizabeth, and "Top Chef" should know that David could cook circles around their contestants; I hope he is soon discovered in national culinary circles. The Bridges Inn is everything you hope for in a New England Inn-- you even drive over a covered bridge to get to it. I would recommend the Inn as a great place for a weekend getaway, or a relaxing home away from home while on a business trip.

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eye opening from the start! Lots of nostalgia, old world New England, excellent breakfasts. Very comfortable and homey. Location, location!! You want New England? You have got to stay here!!! Joe and Sandy Jeffries

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Great way to step into the past. Excellent value. Minutes from Keene and at least (6) covered bridges. Quaint old Inn with the look and feel of days gone by. Rooms were clean and comfortable and the food was excellent from fresh fruit to hearty New England breakfasts. Hosts were friendly and accomodating. Plan to visit again.

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Not only was the Bridges Inn the best value in a 15 mile radius but the food and accomodations were out of this world! If you need to go to the greater Keene area for any reason, this is the place to stay. You will feel like a member of the family but eat like royalty. The atmosphere and food are unparalleled! We can't wait to visit again!

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This is our second visit to the inn we have loved both of the rooms we have had. Beautiful, comfortable absolutely perfect. Dave out did himself with breakfast I couldn't stop telling everyone how delicious both of our breakfast were. He was also very accomodating to my husbands palate needs. David and his sister Elizabeth were wonderful and gracious hosts. We look forward to our return next year and hopefully getting that nice corner room with all the wonderful windows. Continued success. Milton & Patricia

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I stayed here in April and had a lovely time. The Inn is very cute and within easy driving distance of numerous covered bridges.

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We recently stayed at the Bridges Inn while attending a family reunion in Keene, N.H. We enjoyed meeting Susan, the innkeeper, and her daughter Elizabeth very much. They were extremely hospitable and attentive to all of our needs. We did not meet David until the last day when he sent us on our way with a wonderful sample of Honduran Coffee which we are still enjoying. The Bridges Inn was quiet, clean and charming in every way and the breakfasts were fantastic!! We look forward to visiting again sometime in the near future.

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From our very first correspondence with Susan I knew that the Bridges Inn was a special place. They were happy to accommodate my family with 3 couples, 2 young infants and several dietary restrictions. The rooms were comfortable and tastefully decorated. The breakfast was amazing: beautiful, scrumptious and nutritious. Susan, Elizabeth, David and Nickolas were so welcoming and made us feel very much at home. We had planned to only stay 3 nights and ended up staying the week! Gabrielle

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My husband and I spent four wonderful days at the Inn with our adult children and their babies. The Inn became our home, the beautiful house, comfortable beds and excellent breakfasts made our visit a special event. The Innkeepers were extremely helpful, very pleasant and added to our family celebration. The setting is relaxing, quiet and lovely. I look forward to a return trip.

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We stayed at the Bridges Inn for a week while celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary and family reunion. July 18 -25, 2009. It was our first time at a B & B and what a joy to experience this awesome home. Susan and Elizabeth were so gracious and made us feel so welcome. Each and every breakfast was a delicious feast and such exciting variety. We hope many more people will enjoy this delightful and friendly Inn. Ralph & Sharon Peoria, Illinois

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The Bridges Inn is the perfect B & B for visitors to the Monadnock region. Decor of the rooms brings one back into Victorian times; but the SO comfortable beds, the bathrooms, reading material, etc. are definitely of the present. Breakfasts are served in an elegant dining room. None of this going around to find cold cereal and juice drinks. Everything is homemade, delicious, filling and beautifully served. And owner Susan Schuster will spoil you, help you with anything you need, and after a night's stay you'll want to return every year! Sally

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We had a wonderful first time visit at the Whitcomb House. The lodging, food and the hospitality was second to none. Susan and Elizabeth both went out of their way to make this visit for us a most memorable one. Thank you both Rich and Judi - Connecticut

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Dear Susan and David, You both worked too hard. We hope you are now resting! We were delighted with our accomodations--of course making the adjustments for older folks. We are fresh air nuts so would want windows open instead of a/c. David or Claudio better have the cold water feed on the downstairs shower checked. l took a pretty hot shower! The wedding and the priest were delightful. Eliz. and George were quite stoic-Nick was a good dancer! Love, M & C

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Clean,quiet and comfortable. Susan and Elizabeth were very accomodating,without being "pesky". We like to be treated as guests but not doted over or watched like children,although we probably could benefit from some supervision sometimes. It's true about the breakfasts, country elegance, delightfully delicious! We stayed in the Carlton Bridge room. If your over 5'8" you will not fit in this bed,it's just not long enough, people were probably shorter when it was built. Charming inside as only a big old house can be, and the garden outside the front door was just beginning to bloom. Very nice. Walter & Tracy , NY State.

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My stay at The Bridges Inn couldn't have been better. This was the first time I have stayed at a B&B. Susan is a wonderful innkeeper. She is very personable and did everything she could to make me feel at home. Elizabeth cooked scrumptious breakfasts. I wish I could have hired her as my personal chef. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. I will most surely stay here again when I am in the Keene area.

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Home sweet home! Everything was perfect! My family stayed here for Keene State College graduation weekend and my adult children applauded me for my great pick for an Inn. Susan makes you feel at home the moment you step foot into her beautiful Inn which takes you back into time. The rooms are beautiful, clean and very comfortable. The breakfasts.......you'll be ready to make another reservation here in the near future once you've dined here! The food is so fresh and fantastic. One wonderful dish after another keeps arriving. Even if you are not a breakfast eater....this breakfast is hard to resist! This also happened to be Mother's Day Weekend...and I'm thinking about going back EVERY Mother's Day...to be pampered by the beautiful hostess, Susan, and her daugher, Elizabeth who is also a very sweet person and a wonderful cook!

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We recently stayed at the Bridges Inn and had a wonderful time! Susan was a very gracious host and her cooking was amazing! The inn was beautiful and close to Keene, which provided many things to do and see. We would recommend this Inn to anyone who is going to New Hampshire and enjoys a good Bed and Breakfast.

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Our first stay at this beautiful Inn was approximately 10 years ago, back when we were dating, and we've been coming to stay a weekend each year ever since! We absolutely love it! We've gone to other B&Bs but keep coming back to this one! The Inn is filled with beautiful antiques all throughout, the living room is very cozy with beautiful furniture, very nicely kept, with a big screen TV to watch a game or a movie by the fire. There are also board games available upon request. You will love the old fashioned charm of this Inn, it's a home away from home! There's a hot tub out back which is open during the warm months of the year, and a tea room, also a gazebo out front to sit and enjoy your coffee, wine, or beer. The Inn is VERY clean and very well taken care of! Susan will take care of ALL your needs, if there's anything at all that you need, just ask! If you stay in the room downstairs you will be able to have a bubble bath in the original tin tub back from when the Inn was first built in the 1700's! The breakfasts are To.Die.For!! You will be SO happy when you come down to the dining room for breakfast, it's not just any breakfast, it's a gourmet meal! You will still be full at lunch time! Believe me! David isn't just a cook, he's a chef! You will be asked if you have any special diet needs and will be accommodated to your satisfaction, guaranteed! Just let Susan know a little ahead of time. You definitely will be spoiled when you stay at this B&B! Lots of shopping and plenty of restaurants in W. Swanzey and Keene, including a brewery, antique shops, book stores, and plenty of sight-seeing, skiing, snowshoeing, biking, and hiking. This B&B is in a GREAT location! It's close enough to everything but situated in a very quiet neighborhood. We highly recommend this Inn!

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The Bridges Inn is now at the top of our list of B and B's. It is a wonderful house with an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Susan is a lovely and very accommodating hostess. The breakfast (we lost count of the courses) includes a deliciously diverse menu that changes each day, as does the beautiful china. The Bridges Inn, and Susan, are very worth visiting. Dana and Peter.

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This was our first time at the Bridges Inn and we'll definitely be back. The rooms were all beautifully decorated, and the common space cozy with a fireplace. We loved the quiet area and the covered bridges, as well as the proximity to the artsy and picturesque downtown Keene. The breakfasts were more than plentiful and delicious!

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The Bridges Inn is a great place. Susan made us feel very very at home and David's breakfast was great! I will be back for sure! Thanks again Susan! -Dave & Kelsey

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Susan and Dave did such a wonderful job of making us and our 3 children feel welcome and of catering to all of our special dietary needs. They were so helpful and we really appreciated their kindness, thoughtfulness, and hospitality. We look forward to visiting with them again next time we're in NH!

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Exceptional hospitality, every convenience, very clean. Most eclectic collection of antiques from mid-19th to 1940s, all very tasteful. Susan's hospitality is genuine, and David is an excellent cook, best breakfast we've ever had in a B%B, and hard pressed to surpass it anywhere. Will repeat

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Fall in New Hampshire, weekend at " Bridges Inn", and a pumpkin festival to boot equals PERFECT ! Bridges Inn located near covered bridge, white church steeple, and history galore takes you to a stress free zone. And, how can I forget gourmet breakfast served on china in formal dining area... this was a super weekend from begining to end.. opps, I almost forgot Susan the hostess surprised us with special treats in keeping with theme of pumpkin fest.....cannot say enough, loved it all ..... Pat & Tom

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We had stayed at Bridges in 2004 before Susan and David had acquired it and it was lovely then, upon our return in October 2008 (on a leaf-peeping trip from UK) we took my elderly cousin and his wife with us, hoping that it would be just as good. We were amazed that it could actually be better. Susan and David could not have been better hosts, catering to our every whim (hope there were not too many of them) with a smile, whilst never being intruding. David's breakfasts were better than any we have ever had in the US and we have had some good 'uns. The whole ambiance of Bridges was so relaxing that we just didn't want to leave but it was such a lovely way to end our holiday in the US. Thank you Susan and David - especially for the lovely hugs at the end!

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This was our first visit to New England, and we had been travelling here for 3 weeks when we came to Bridges Inn. It is by far the best bed and breakfast we have stayed in since we arrived. We were astonished at the elegance of the house and rooms-- most inns in this price range are far simpler. It is furnished in period style with excellent taste, and is very clean. Susan and David are very friendly and hospitable, and the breakfasts are delicious--David is a professional chef.

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Our stay at The Bridges was fantastic. Susan Schuster and her family are very gracious and accomodating. They made you feel right at home. The breakfast was absolutely fabulous! David is one of the most talented chefs we have come across. The breakfast he prepared was from local and seasonal items. The sere served beautifully and were delicious. We have stayed at many five star resorts and this was without a doubt the best breakfast we have been served! He is truly talented. When we visit again we will definitely choose to stay at The Bridges!

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We do not have enough good things to say about this place. The accommodations were wonderful, Susan and David were gracious and welcoming, and the breakfast was nothing short of out of this world. We can't wait to come back! Thank you so much.

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We really enjoyed our stay at the Bridges Inn at Whitcomb House. It was our first stay ever at a B&B and it exceeded our expectations. We didn't know what to expect of a B&B. Anyway, the hosts, Susan and David, were very personable and accomdating through out our stay. They made us feel at home the minute we met them. What made the stay even more exciting was that this used to be the home of my husband's family. The very fact that we were able to enjoy the house and estate made our weekend in Swanzey memorable. Thank you for sharing your home with the rest of us. Marlborough, CT

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My extended family and I (12 in all) took over Bridges Inn for four days recently and had an absolutely special time. What warm and gracious hosts! And what astonishingly great food! We expected the usual pot of hot coffee and a pile of fresh bagels or muffins. What we got was fantastic breakfasts tailored to a variety of dietary needs (a couple of vegetarians, one person that requires a gluten-free diet, a diabetic, and the rest who can, and will, devour anything). You can't stay here and not want to come back. Thank you Susan and David!

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The rooms are magnificent, the food is exquisite, Susan and her family are the warmest of hosts. Everything down to the teacups were absolutely perfect for this weekend with my family. I can't wait to come back and stay again!

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Oh my, I have not been so relaxed and comfortable at a B&B ever- Susan and her family are the finest of hosts. I am STILL thinking about David's food! Gracious folk and an absolutely divine sleep in the Coombs room.I am anxious to go back. Thank-you Schuster family.

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I was fortunate enough to stay a weekend at this lovely and quaint B&B set in the idyllic village of Swanzey, NH. It's like walking through a time tunnel - I was blown away by the Victorian artefacts and the original condition of the original house. My stay was made much more pleasurable by the truly outstanding hospitality of the hosts - the Schuster family. It was both informal and relaxed, yet very efficient and professional. I have stayed in other B&Bs around the world, where the hosts are tripping over themselves to be hospitable and, unfortunately, don't give you room or time to breathe/relax. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay around the area, taking in the some of the magnificent covered bridges (they need to be seen to be appreciated) and the sights of Keene. I would go so far as saying that the Schusters treat their guests like their own, if not, like royalty and it's because of this that I write this review. Take it from me, this is a great find and I will be returning as soon as possible! I was quite sad to leave - it was like saying goodbye to lifelong friends. Thank you so much Susan and David for making my stay so pleasurable, but most of all, so memorable!!!!!

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Ten family members stayed at the Bridges Inn at Wihitcome House from Thursday to Sunday. Attention to our needs and comfort could not have been better. Susan has raised the duties os Innkeeper to an art form. Any request was fulfilled with smiles, speed and pleasantness. Chef David each day presented us with gormet breakfasts which would easily compare to five star restaurant's fare anywhere in the country. The cost for our stay was significantly below the costs of hotels in Keene. I recommend Bridges Inn at Whitcome House without any reservation whatever. Dr,. Joseph Franson, Venice FL

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Very cozy stay - delicious food presented beautifully! Can't wait to visit again.

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This is such a unique property. Susan was more than accommodating for my last-minute reservation with special requests and so helpful and friendly during our entire stay. My brother and I had a lovely weekend visiting family and I would absolutely stay here again.

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Susan and family made our stay a wonderful one! We were glad to see a B&B that allowed children - our 8-year old was thrilled to be staying at a "home away from home". Breakfast each morning was creative, elegantly presented and just delicious. We look forward to being back soon.

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My sister & I returned for the second time and once again we were welcomed home like family! The breakfast's that David made were always superior & very filling. Susan and her family are warm & accommodating. This is truly a don't miss place..

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Breakfasts were fantastic, it was a very pleasant and comfortable week!

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Our stay at the Bridges Inn made our first visit to New England even more memorable. Our room was delightful and the whole house warm and welcoming. Susan and her lovely family are truly wonderful people. The breakfasts made by chef David were outstanding. I really hope that one day we will return.

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Everything about my stay was delightful -- the comfortable room, the exquisite breakfasts, the lovely location. But what was most impressive was the degree of hospitality. I felt truly cared for. The charm of this place comes as much from Susan and David as from the historic home. A wonderful experience!

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I was fortunate enough to stay at the Bridges Inn a week ago and I have to say it far surpassed my expectations. The hospitality was so warm by the entire family, David's homemade bread was so, so good...Thanks David! The feeling I get there is just "warm and cozy" and I actually did not want to leave. The rooms were very clean with a beautiful atmosphere filled with history and antiques. The overall feeling while staying there was beyond what I could have expected. I do hope to return soon. Thanks again for everything that you did to make my stay so memorable.

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Wonderful house. Our room was beautifully decorated, very comfortable bed. Everything we needed was there and thoughtful touches were added- chocolates in our room! Very friendly and accommodating -Susan is delightful. The icing on the cake was breakfast-David, the chef created a delicious and creative meal!

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We only wish we could have stayed longer. The inn was lovely. Susan was so full of helpful information. Breakfast was a real treat.

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We are always well cared for at Bridges Inn. The Schusters are attentive and friendly. One bonus for us has been the wheat-free and gluten-free cooking which is available upon request. Even those without special dietary needs will be won over.

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I have stayed in both the Slate Room and the Coombs Room and would like to try every room! Both rooms have comfy beds, well equipped bathrooms and their marvelous old-fashioned decor reminds me of my grandmother who attended Colby in the late 1890's and would have used similar mirrors, combs, etc. David does a wonderful breakfast and Susan is a gracious and welcoming host. I just love staying at Bridges Inn and would recommend doing so to anyone coming to this area.

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I first stayed at the Bridges Inn in October of 2007 with my Mother, who knew of the Inn already. She couldn't say enough wonderful things about it. I had my hesitations, as I usually prefer the "big hotels", but decided to give it a shot. I am out in the Keene area once a month on business, and will NEVER stay anywhere but the Bridges Inn now! It is unbelievable, and Susan and her family are now my "family away from home". They are so welcoming, and the Inn is so warm and inviting! Breakfast is beyond reality's realm...just incredible. You could only dream of waking up to one of David's breakfasts each day in life! There is no describing how pampered this family makes their guests feel. I could not recommend Bridges Inn more...you have to stay there to find out yourself what you've been missing!

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This was my first BNB, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I certainly enjoyed my stay with Susan and David. They were both extremely helpful and welcoming. There wasn't a thing they weren't able to get that my girlfriend or I asked of them. David is an absolutely fantastic cook. Overall a very pleasant experience. I'd recommend it to anyone.

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This was our first time staying in a B&B. My husband brought me there for a birthday weekend. I can't tell you how fabulous it was! Susan is a gracious and generous host, and her family is wonderful. David is an exceptional chef and breakfast was the best weve ever had. I plan to tell all my friends and go back as soon as possible!

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My wife and I were on a genealogical research trip that had to include the Bridges Inn at Whitcomb House. Susan was a delightful hostess, friendly and outgoing and very helpful to me in presenting information about the home and its history. This is a stop not to be missed, particularly for anyone connected with the Whitcomb family. Norm & Marcia Whitcomb, Denver, CO

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We had a delightful three-day, two-night visit with Susan and her family. David is an extremely talented and accommodating chef. The inn is well-appointed, warm and inviting. We will be back and intend to bring our friends. Don't forget to check out the many covered bridges in the area.

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My daughter and I were guests at the Inn during a college visit. Susan greeted us with her terrific smile and made us feel very welcome. The room was warm and inviting. After a terrific night's sleep, breakfast was ready in the dining room on bone china. David’s culinary skills are exceptional. His delicious, creative breakfast will not soon be forgotten. The Inn’s décor is filled with detailed antiques and surprising special touches. We will be back for sure!

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This is by far the best experience we have had at a B&B in a long while. The people who run the place are wonderful and clearly love what they are doing. The food is extraordinary—truly a gourmet breakfast. We plan to return every time we're in NH.

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It was our first 20th wedding anniversary and our 1st honeymoon, as well as our first time at a B&B. The family went above and beyond to be sure we had an awesome time. A perfect memory forever.Thank You!

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Friendliness. Hospitality Great breakfasts A lovely place to stay Lots to do in the area

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We spent two wonderful nights at the Bridges Inn and our stay was made more pleasurable by the beautiful decor of the Inn. As well as the wonderful sense of hospitality shown by the hostess Susan Schuster, we certainly would make it a desitnation upon a return trip to the Monadnock region. Breakfasts were superb!

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Staying at The Bridges Inn during Pumpkin Weekend is something we look forward to all year. Every time we stay, it has been such a wonderful time...hospitality under the new ownership is the best we have ever experienced. Susan is the kindest and most friendly inn keeper and there should be more out there like her. David is an absolutely incredible chef. The breakfast was out-of-this-world!!! The atmosphere, innkeepers, and food make for an altogether perfect stay. We will return many times in the coming years!

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You can't beat the breakfast or Sunday brunch. Chef David will surprise you with a variety of original recipes. The rooms are exquisite, just the right balance between Victorian and modern. The family and staff are friendly and helpful and the 2 1/2 year old granddaughter, who also serves as sous-chef, is an absolute delight. We will be back!

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A historical treasure, as if we were transported back in time, yet has all the amenities of home. The meals were delightfully different, fresh and healthy. The company of other guests and the Bridges Inn family were pleasantly personable.

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When in this neck of the woods, you will not be disappointed with a stay at this family-run inn. You will be welcomed and cared for in a very charming and comfortable home, well-located and easily found. My room was very well appointed with an attached bath,along with a coffee maker and chocolates set on a small wicker table by the bed.Vintage appointments and details abound. In the morning, breakfast awaited or they will send you off with food in hand. The owner's son, David, is a local chef. This family is living out a dream to own a B&B and you can be part of it.

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This is the best B & B I"ve stayed at. Warm, friendly atmosphere, lovely gracious rooms, and extraordinarily delicious breakfast. I'll be back!

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We were fortunate to be able to stay in the Carlton Bridge Room which is everything it is made out to be... quaint, equisitively furnished, cozy, and comfortable. The facility was immaculate and well cared for and the innkeeper and her family made us feel like a part of the family. Exploring the many rooms and furnishings made us feel we were back in colonial days. The meals were a pleasant surprise... gourmet! All in all, it was a very pleasant experience and we would not hesitate to recommend it to our friends or to visit again when we are in that area. Highly recommended!! Jim and Sylvia Salidas

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We chose Bridges Inn because we were intrigued by the idea of an inn whose rooms were named for the five covered bridges in the area. We found far more than covered bridges...we found a family-run inn whose decor and furnishings are true to the spirit of the Whitcomb House as it was in all its early splendor. We were warmly welcomed, our every request was met, and breakfast was a work of art as well as a culinary delight. If you enjoy stepping back in time, Bridges Inn at Whitcomb House is worth checking out.

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