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The Red Maple Inn
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Bravo TV's Top Chef finalist Miguel Morales with Chef Shari Alexander make magic in the kitchen for our guests!
Enjoy a glass of port or wine, warm and cozy in front of the Library fireplace
One of our elegantly decorated guest rooms.
The Cottage is the ultimate in privacy with fireplace, separate sitting room, kitchenette with dining table, and luxury bath.
Our signature 3-course gourmet breakfast is served by our crackling fireplace.
The elegant Blue Room with large private bath, TV, DVD & luxury linens...of course!
The elegant Duck Room with Ralph Lauren linens & style. Private small showered bath, TV, DVD, wireless internet gratis.
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Nightly Rate
$139 - $299
, - Reviews 40
- Rooms 6
Inn's website-
Address
217 Main Street
Spencer, MA 01562
USA - Phone+1-508-885-9205
- Fax+1-508-885-9255
- EmailContact Innkeeper
Welcome to The Red Maple Inn, a romantic colonial-era estate listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Our 15 room mansion, built circa 1780, features six deluxe guest accommodations appointed with period antiques as well as all modern amenities, including private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and color cable television with DVD players. Lovely perennial gardens, ancient stone walls and towering evergreens surround the estate which is tucked into the heart of Spencer's Historic District. Original wide-board pumpkin pine floors, chair rails and crown moldings have been lovingly restored to their original beauty. Yankee Magazine "Editors' Choice" 2007.
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 40 Reviews
4.5 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 5
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
4.6 out of 5Red Maple Inn
June 05, 2013
Extended family members stayed in The Suite and the Duck Room for an area graduation. The rooms were well-appointed and comfortable. Every amenity we could think of was provided. Hosts are interesting, friendly and thoughtful. We only had breakfast; it was delicious & nicely-presented, with excellent service. Would definitely go back for another stay. Quite lovely.
4.4 out of 5Delightful Cottage suite
April 04, 2013
We really enjoyed our 3 night stay in the Cottage room This is delightfully decorated, and a perfect size for 2 people. The gourmet breakfasts were delicious and gave us an excellent start to the day. We would definitely stay again.
3.6 out of 5Red Maple Inn
January 04, 2013
Nice, cozy New England Inn.Great service and very helpful staff and host.
5 out of 55 stars!
January 02, 2013
The service was absolutely wonderful! Our hostess was so attentive! The room was gorgeous, the food exquisite! I'm looking forward to going back just to stay at this bed and breakfast! Truly a gem!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Shari Alexander & John Bills
Innkeepers Description:
Shari has been in the hospitality business for 25 years, owning and/or serving as chef in restaurants in the Hamptons, New York City, Sarasota and in Spain. She earned 3 stars from The New York Times and is a member of Les Amis d'Escoffier. John recently retired after a 26-year career singing with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City.
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Spanish
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Nightly Rate
$139 - $299
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$139 - $299
Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3 PM Check Out: 11 AM
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Minimum Stay: Certain holidays and during Brimfield Antique Shows
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Deposit Amount Required: Advance reservations required. One night's rental or 50% deposit, whichever is greater. "Brimfield" reservations payable in full when made.
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Cancellations: 30-day cancellation notice required for a full refund, less $30 processing fee. Fewer than 30 days notice, no refund unless we are able to re-rent the reserved room(s) for the entire period booked. No refunds for early departure. "Brimfield" reservations non-refundable under any circumstances.
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Open All Year Round: No
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Premium Wine Cellar including Champagne
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: No
Discount Type
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Corporate/mid-week only
Percent Off: 10% Days Required: 1 -
US Arrmed Forces
Percent Off: 10%
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Nightly Rate
$139 - $299
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 40 Reviews
4.5 out of 5- Guest room 4
- Services 4
- Value 4
- Cleanliness 4
- Dining 4
4.6 out of 5Red Maple Inn
June 05, 2013
Extended family members stayed in The Suite and the Duck Room for an area graduation. The rooms were well-appointed and comfortable. Every amenity we could think of was provided. Hosts are interesting, friendly and thoughtful. We only had breakfast; it was delicious & nicely-presented, with excellent service. Would definitely go back for another stay. Quite lovely.
4.4 out of 5Delightful Cottage suite
April 04, 2013
We really enjoyed our 3 night stay in the Cottage room This is delightfully decorated, and a perfect size for 2 people. The gourmet breakfasts were delicious and gave us an excellent start to the day. We would definitely stay again.
3.6 out of 5Red Maple Inn
January 04, 2013
Nice, cozy New England Inn.Great service and very helpful staff and host.
5 out of 55 stars!
January 02, 2013
The service was absolutely wonderful! Our hostess was so attentive! The room was gorgeous, the food exquisite! I'm looking forward to going back just to stay at this bed and breakfast! Truly a gem!
4.6 out of 5Quaint, cozy, a memorable stay!
January 01, 2013
We stayed in the cottage, and just fell in love! A really comfortable bed with mounds of cozy bedding! All the little touches, little homemade trEats at tea time when we arrived, we sat and enjoyed them with tea from the large selection found in the cottages cozy kitchenette. The fireplace added a romantic touch! The bathroom was great- nice big shower, a charming antique sewing machine table used as a vanity. just another of the vintage touches that made it seem like we had stepped through time for a moment. In the morning we were delighted by the sumptuous breakfast. Homemade butter, French toast made with homemade banana walnut bread and real maple syrup. The coffee stood up to my coffee lovers palate! Full bodied and served in a generous mug!! This will be a destination for us when we return to Massachusetts again!
5 out of 5Absolutely Perfect
November 23, 2012
Everything about our stay was perfect. We stayed in the cottage for two nights. There was champagne in the fridge and a cheese and fruit platter waiting for us when we arrived. The room was beautifully decorated. Melida, the inn keeper, was extremely accommodating and made us an early breakfast because we had to leave before the regularly appointed times (and the food was delicious!). I'd recommend this inn to anyone and everyone.
3.8 out of 5Quick one night stay
October 31, 2012
My fiance and I had a wedding to attend in Spencer and found the Red Maple Inn online. The room was great - a big comfortable bed, huge bathroom and even a decantur with a little brandy in it, which sadly we didn't get to enjoy since we got back from the wedding pretty late. The inn keeper was extremely nice, he let us check in a few hours early since our wedding was at 1pm and even printed us directions to get us where we needed to go. We got to choose our breakfast for the next morning when we arrived and the breakfast was amazing. We were bummed we didn't have more time to enjoy the room, but overall it was great and I would recommened it.
3.4 out of 5Quick stay
October 23, 2012
I stayed at the Red Maple Inn for one night. Shari & John are quite nice. The room was comfortable.
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Location
Location Type
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Historic District
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Village
City - Worcester
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Distance to city: 11 miles
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Directions to property:
Airport
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Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.) 60 miles
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Directions to property:
Take the Mass Turnpike, I-90 West, to Exit 10. Take far right exit towards Charlton/Sturbridge, Routes 12 & 20. When Routes 12 and 20 split, bear Right to remain on Rt. 20. At Rt. 56, turn Right and follow 56 North to Leicester. At signal light at Main Street, Leicester, turn Left onto Rt. 9 West. Follow Rt. 9 to Spencer (Rt. 9 becomes Main Street, Spencer). After sign announcing Spencer Historic District and crest of hill, descend the hill and watch for the inn on the right, with white fence in front, at 217 Main Street. Approximately 1 1/4 Hrs.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Concert venue
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Lake
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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Museum
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Tower Hill Botanical Garden
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Higgins Armory Museum, Worcester Fine Arts Museum
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Boston area attractions
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Berkshires, Kyacking, Hiking, Riding, Golf
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Tanglewood, Hanover Theatre Performing Arts
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Brimfield Antique Fairs
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Performing Theater
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Canoeing
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Fishing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Kayaking
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Cooking Classes & Gourmet Weekends
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orchards
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Old Sturbridge Village
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museums and art galleries
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live theater
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antiquing
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Sight-seeing
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Swimming
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Amenities
Type:
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Historic Inn
Property highlights
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Fine "Private" Dining by Chef Shari Alexander
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Near-by Lake Whittemore
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Premium Wine Cellar & Private Screening Room
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The Red Maple Inn Cooking School
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The Red Maple Inn Film School
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surrounded by colonial era stone walls & gardens
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Christian Travel
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Economical rates
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Excellent views
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Family Travel
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Fitness
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Gourmet food
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Honeymoons
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Luxury
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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Amenities Basket
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Conference Rooms
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Videos
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Wedding Facilities
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Wet bar
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Bath robes
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Board games
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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DVD Player
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Hairdryer
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Library
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Radio
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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VCR
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Three-Course Gourmet Breakfast Menu Included
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1500+ DVD Library of Classic Films
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450-Count Egyptian Cotton Sheets & Bathrobes
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Designer touches throughout the mansion
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Book filled Library with Board Games
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Soft Jazz in the Parlor, wine license
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Breakfast
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Type: 3 course gourmet menu
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Time Served: 8:30 to 9:30
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Signature Dish
Chef Alexander's Roast Duck with Port Wine & Figs
Chef Shari Alexander uses fine "Maple Leaf" duckling, moist inside with a carmelized crispy skin. Partially boned to make it even more enjoyable with the Port Wine reduction sauce infused with deep rich Morroccan figs. YUM! Chef Alexander used only farm fresh seasonal vegetables and serves RMI created desserts; Bananas Foster with Artsanal Rums, Creme Brulee, Chocolate Moussem to name a few. Dinner at The Red Maple Inn will be a delicious and memorable evening....we promise! Dinner is available from May to first week of November. The Inn is open weekends from December to May with special arrangements made for week-day guests. Shari is in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico for the winter months with her "Culinary Adventure Tours," www.flavorandmagic.com For more information please email theredmapleinn@aol.com or call us at 508 885 9205Special meal options
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Vegetarian
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Private Parties
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Wine Paired Dinners
Additional food services
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COOKING SCHOOL
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Dinner & A Movie!
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Guest Snack Stations
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Wine Cellar & Private Screening Room
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Contact The Innkeeper
Best Price Guarantee
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Best Price Guarantee Terms and Conditions
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