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The Dutch Iris Inn Bed & Breakfast
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  • The Dutch Iris Inn in Granby, Connecticut. An historic home built in 1812, located in the beautiful Farmington Valley.

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    The Dutch Iris Inn is a lovely 1812 colonial home set on three acres in the historical section of Granby, Connecticut. The home was, for many years, the summer home of the Edwards family who resided in Hartford. The Inn is furnished with period reproductions and antiques, some of which belonged to the Edwards. With modern amenities tucked in here and there, you will find the Inn to be a wonderful destination for romance or business. Welcome!

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    Innkeepers Description:

    Hiking, biking, x-country skiing, snowshoeing, theater, arts, comedy, history, travel, and of course, family and friends. We look forward to meeting you!

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English


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  • The English Rose Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    This room is spacious with rich maroon hues and a private in-room bathroom. It sits on a very peaceful back corner of the house on the second floor, with a view of the landscape. If you listen closely, you can hear the soothing sounds of the garden fountain and birds from your queen size bed.

    The Victorian Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    This second floor room is light and airy with its carefully selected pastel decor and charming antiques. This room has a private in-room bathroom and an exquisite, working wood fireplace next to the comfortable queen size bed.

    The Chickering Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    This spacious room is appropriately named after an amazing antique 1930's Chickering piano, which for many years, occupied this room. This first floor room is now adorned with a king size four poster pineapple bed dressed in elegance. There is a also a small sitting area and a desk. You will find it easy to relax in this room with the help of the jetted tub in your very own in-room private bathroom.

    The Spring Garden Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    This second floor room is particularly inviting with its robust tones of burgundy and navy surrounding dark wood and antiques. With a luxurious king size bed, in-room private bathroom, and a gorgeous working wood fireplace, you will feel pampered as you enjoy views of our tree-lined landscape.

    The Dibble Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    A history buff's delight! This comfortable first floor room envelops guests in warm hunter greens and royal blues with its queen size bed. A 19th century portrait of the builder of the house, James Dibble, hangs above a striking, working wood fireplace. The in-room private bathroom is equipped with a jetted tub.

    The Mary Edwards Room

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

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    This second floor room is especially cozy, nestled in a secluded corner of the house with a private in-room bathroom. Its decor reflects the love that Mary Edwards, last of the Dibble Family, had for Granby's beautiful landscape. A full size antique 1840's bed adds to this room's charm.

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: 3:00pm or later    Check out: 11:00am

    • Deposit amount required: One night's deposit required

    • Cancellations: 7-day advanced notice is required to receive refund of deposit if cancelling or changing reservation dates; 14-day advanced notice is required for Thanksgiving and Christmas week/weekend reservations

    • Open all year round: Y

    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Complimentary soft drinks, coffee, tea and hot chocolate

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Suitable for children: Limited

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00-9:30am, or other

    • Serving location: Breakfast Room

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

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  • Location Type

    • Small town

    • Village

    City

    • HARTFORD

    • Distance to city: 13 miles

    • Directions to property:
      From North: Take I-91 South to exit 40. Take Rt/20 West into Granby. Turn left onto Rt/10 South. 4th house on the right. From South: Take I-84 East to exit 39. Stay on Rt/4 into Farmington. Go to 2nd traffic light and turn onto Rt/10 North. Follow signs For Rt/10 North through Avon and Simsbury (14 miles to the inn). The inn is on the left accross from South Church.

    Airport

    • Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) 6 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Rt/20 West to Granby. Turn left onto Rt/10 South. The Inn is the 4th house on the right.

    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Art Galleries

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • River

    • Ski area

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Billiards

    • Bird watching

    • Canoeing

    • Cross-country ski trails

    • Downhill Skiing

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Horseback riding

    • Kayaking

    • Mountain Bike trails

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Ski rentals

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Whitewater Rafting

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    Amazing! Home from home, but with all the perks!

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    Our stay at the Dutch Iris Inn was amazing. The hosts are so friendly- we felt like we were visiting old friends, not staying in a strangers home or a faceless hotel! There was a perfect balance between privacy and 'hotel like' feel, and the homliness that comes with friendly hosts, homly touches and certainly the home cooked breakfasts! This was our first experience of a b&b for a long time- and I was really pleased and surpirsed how lovely it was. From other reviews, I gather this isn't the norm- in which case, you need to visitthe Dutch Iris Inn to experience what b&b stays should be like! Our room was lovely, the best part by far being the open fire in the room! I can't recommend enough this Inn, I just wished we lived closer so that we could go again! Living in Wales (UK), its a bit far unfortunately. But anyone I know who ever ventures out to Connecticut, I'll be pointing in the way of the Dutch Iris! Thank you for a lovely break!

    Innkeeper Response
    We appreciate your review, thank you! It is always a pleasure to host international guests. We enjoyed sharing our memories of travel through Wales, and we hope you created many memories for yourselves in New England and NYC!

    - Bill & Nancy (Innkeepers)

    Our two night stay

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family

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    The bed was so uncomfortable that neither my husband nor I had a decent night's sleep. Everything else was fine and the owners are very nice and helpful, but because of the bed we will not plan to stay there again.

    Innkeeper Response
    Thank you for choosing our inn. We wish your stay was more comfortable for you. We encourage everyone to please let your innkeepers know right away if something is not meeting your expectations rather than letting us know after your stay. Innkeepers are very accommodating people, and we always have ways to improve your comfort. Our goal is to create a positive memorable experience for all of our guests.

    - Bill & Nancy (Innkeepers)

    One Special Night

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway

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    I took my fiance away as a surprise for one evening. We had the best one night stay at a wonderful bed and breakfast, the Dutch Iris Inn. The inn is beautiful, spotless and warm. I had asked for the All Romantic Touch package and it was everything it said and more. Bouquet of beautiful fresh roses and flowers, a chilled bottle of prosecco (the other choice was champagne or wine) and a plateful of chocolate dipped strawberries. My fiance was so surprised and so impressed with the presentation of it all. The hosts are definitely in the right business! They both were very friendly, helpful and hospitable. We stayed in the Dibble Room and loved it! Very romantic and well appointed! The breakfast was delicious and we wished we could have stayed a lot longer, we will next time. We will also be sure to recommend this inn to anyone and everyone! Thanks again Bill and Nancy! Well done! Kim D.

    Innkeeper Response
    We are glad that the thoughtful surprise getaway you planned for your fiancee was such a success. Thank you for letting us help you make this a memorable stay for both of you - we enjoy providing special touches. We hope to see you again!

    - Bill & Nancy (Innkeepers)

    Such a lovely stay

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    Everything was perfect, the hosts, the room, the coffee, the cakes awaiting for you...

    Innkeeper Response
    We are so glad you enjoyed your stay - thank you for your review.

    - Bill & Nancy (Innkeepers)

    Dutch Iris

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation

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    wonderful host, cleanliness, and breakfast. couldn't have asked for anything more.

    Innkeeper Response
    Thank you so much for taking the time to review our inn.

    - Bill & Nancy (Innkeepers)

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