Inn Details
Historic 1852 house in the center of Shelburne Falls.
Many antiques.
Homemade breads and pastries, fresh fruit, coffee, tea, espresso.
5-minute walk to all Shelburne Falls restaurants, galleries, antique stores, Bridge of Flowers, Trolley Museum, Glacial
Potholes, etc.
Frequent live events and festivals take place throughout the year.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Rafting
- Skiing
- Countryside
- Downtown
- Mountains
- Small town
- Village
- Nearest major city: Northampton, MA (30 miles South)
- Directions to property:
From North and South, take I-91 to Exit 26 in Greenfield and travel 9 miles west to Shelburne Falls. Take second left turn for Shelburne Falls. This is Mechanic Street. We are in the 4th block on the right hand side. Parking is on either side of house.
From Albany, take Rt. 2 east to Shelburne Falls. Take second right turn for Shelburne Falls. This is Mechanic Street. We are in the 4th block on the right hand side. Parking is on either side of house.
From Boston, take Rt. 2 west to Shelburne Falls. Take second left turn for Shelburne Falls. This is Mechanic Street. We are in the 4th block on the right hand side. Parking is on either side of house. - Nearest major airport: Hartford, CT (BDL-Bradley Intl.) 67 miles
- Directions from airport:
From Bradley Airport take I-91 north to Exit 26 in Greenfield and travel 9 miles west to Shelburne Falls. Take second left turn for Shelburne Falls. This is Mechanic Street. We are in the 4th block on the right hand side. Parking is on either side of house.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars) All occupancy rates are subject to change - State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms
- There are 4 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
- Single occupancy rate is between $ 99.00 and $ 119.00
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 99.00 and $ 119.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 10.00
Amenities | In Room | | | Air conditioning | Alarm clock | | Board games | Ceiling fans | | Coffee/Tea facilities | Fridge | | Hairdryer | Internet Service | | Ironing Board | Library | | Microwave | Wi-Fi |  | | On Site | | | Copier | Fax Machine | | Fireplace | Satellite/Cable TV | | TV | Telephone |
Meals - A Full breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 8:30 or by prior arrangement
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
- Our signature dish is Dancing Bear Pecan Rolls
All our meals are prepared with natural ingredients, locally grown when available. We serve homemade breads and pastries, fresh fruit, egg dishes, coffee, tea, espresso, cereal, yogurt, etc.
A favorite since we opened are our Dancing Bear Pecan Rolls made with whole grain yeast bread, butter, brown sugar and lots of pecans. We also regularly serve local blueberry muffins, cinnamon rolls, quiches, fritatas, waffles, etc.
Policies - Minimum stay required (A 2-night min, on holiday wknds May-October)
- Smoking is not allowed (Smoking is allowed outside only)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Children are welcome
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted
- Deposit amount required (We require a credit card to hold your room, but you are not charged until after your stay. Without a credit card, payment in advance is requested.)
- Check in time is 4 to 7 and Check out time is 11
- Cancellations:
We will not charge you for your room unless:
*You cancel in the last seven days AND,
*We have turned away a paying guest AND,
*We cannot refill the room.
NOTE: We have only had to do this twice in almost three years.
Discounts available:| | 10% | Massachusetts Teachers | |
Innkeepers - Innkeeper(s): Philip and Edith Bragdon
Since opening the Dancing Bear Guesthouse in 2006, innkeepers, Philip Bragdon and Edith Bingham have welcomed guests from all over North America and around the world.
Philip and Edith enjoy sharing their experiences living and traveling in different parts of the world as well as their enthusiasm for Shelburne Falls and its beautiful surroundings.
In addition to running the Dancing Bear Guest House, Philip teaches Spanish and English in the local schools and Edith is a commercial artist. - The innkeepers speak: Russian, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
Area Attractions Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, The Bridge of Flowers, Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area Onsite or Nearby Activities Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Hiking trails, Kayaking, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Water sports, Whitewater Rafting Shelburne Falls Nearby Cities
Noted below are the approximate distances from Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts.
Contact Information
 
Dancing Bear Guest House22 Mechanic Street Shelburne Falls, MA 01370 USA
| Phone: | +1-413-625-9281 | | Phone: | +1-413-325-1917 | | Phone: | +1-413-625-2496 |
Innkeeper(s)
Philip and Edith Bragdon
Rates:
$99 - $119
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