Willard Street Inn
Burlington's first historic Inn offers 14 elegant rooms, individually decorated and all with private baths. This three story 1881 Georgian/Queen Anne revival style mansion is located in the city’s beautiful hill district with scenic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. Gourmet breakfasts are served in the sunny marble floored solarium. 1.5 acres of lawn and English gardens with colorful Adirondack chairs are great for relaxing. Just a short walk to the University of Vermont, Champlain College, Church Street Marketplace shopping, restaurants and waterfront. Grace and grandeur blended with the warmest hospitality provide 19th century charm with 21st century service.
Location
- Location is best described as:
- Directions to property:
From Boston and Interstate 89 - Take Exit 14W. Drive 1.2 miles on Route 2 West and take a left onto South Willard Street (Rte. 7 South). The Inn is number 349 South Willard and is on the right side of the street, on the corner of Spruce Street.
From Middlebury and Points South - Take Route 7 North to Burlington. Follow Route 7 until you come to a traffic rotary. At the rotary bear right continuing on Route 7 (not hard right). Rt. #7 becomes South Willard Street. The Inn is 1/2 of a mile from the Rotary on the left hand side of the street on the corner of Spruce Street. - Nearest major airport: Burlington, VT (BTV) 3 miles
- Directions from airport:
From Burlington Airport - Turn left as you exit the airport. Follow to stop light, take a right onto Williston Road (Rte 2 West). Follow approx 2 miles. Turn left onto South Willard St ( Rte. 7 South). Inn is approx 1/2 mile on the right on the corner of Spruce Street.
Room Rates (USD American Dollars)
All occupancy rates are subject to change
- State and local taxes may apply
- Accommodations: Rooms & Suites
- There are 14 guest accommodations (14 with private baths)
- Double occupancy rate is between $ 135.00 and $ 230.00
- The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00
- Other Accommodations: Suites
Woodhouse Suite with fireplace and 2 person tiled shower.
Suite Larkin with sitting room. Bath has both shower and slipper soaking tub.
Amenities
| In Room | |
| Air conditioning | Alarm clock |
| Amenities Basket | Bath robes |
| Ceiling fans | Coffee/Tea facilities |
| Data port | Desk |
| Hairdryer | Ironing Board |
| Satellite/Cable TV | TV |
| Telephone | Wi-Fi |
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| On Site | |
| Board games | Computer |
| Copier | Fax Machine |
| Fireplace | Internet Service |
| Library | Piano |
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| Other Amenitites | |
| Fresh baked cookies or home-made soup in afternoon | Cookies & chocolates delivered to room daily |
Meals
- A full plated breakfast is included with room rate
- Breakfast is served from: 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
- Breakfast is served in the Breakfast/dining area
- Additional food services included in room rate: Snack plate w/cookies & chocolates.
Policies
- Minimum stay required (2 night minimum required for all weekends May 1 to Oct. 31.)
- Smoking is not allowed (Historic building - smoke free)
- We cannot accommodate guest pets
- Limitations on children staying (Comfortable elegance and ambience appeals most to adults.)
- No childcare is provided
- Consumption of alcohol is permitted (No liquor license, but guests may bring their own beverages.)
- Deposit amount required (1 or 2 nights stay requires a deposit equal to 1 night's charges. 3 nights or more require a 50% of amount of entire stay.)
- Check in time is 3 p.m. and Check out time is 11 a.m.
- Cancellations:
Deposit is refundable if a reservation is cancelled 14 days or more prior to the guest’s arrival date. Refund of the deposit is subject to a $15 processing fee for the credit card charges.
Cancellations made within 13 days or less before the arrival date will result in a forfeiture of the deposit, unless we are able to resell the entire reservation. There are some dates when the cancellation deadline may increase to 30 days prior to the scheduled arrival date. If a guest does not show up for a confirmed reservation or leaves before the original departure date, the guest is responsible for the entire reservation that was originally made.
Weather - There will be no deposit refunds for weather related cancellations. Neither the guest nor the innkeeper can predict unfortunate weather conditions. Due to this we have developed a weather related policy that provides flexibility to guests during winter months. If a guest needs to cancel due to weather conditions, they may be issued a "courtesy credit" in the amount of their deposit to be used within 30 days of their original reservation date and is based on availability. - Accepted by the following agencies:
- Professional Association of Innkeepers International
- Select Registry -Distinguished Inns of North America
- Chamber of Commerce
Discounts available:Innkeepers
- Innkeeper(s): Larry & Katie Davis
Prior to becoming innkeepers, Larry & Katie founded The TalkWorks Company, a Marketing and Product Development business specializing in children's products. The Inn's General Manager is their daughter Carrie with over 10 years experience in the hotel & hospitality industry. Great breakfasts are planned and prepared by Executive Chef Chris Wagner. - The innkeepers speak: English, Spanish
Area Attractions
Antique Shopping, Aquarium, Art Galleries, Beach, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Lake, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Nature area, Adirondack Mountains, Church Street Marketplace, University of Vermont, Champlain College, Green Mountains, Fall Foliage, Performing Theater, Picnic area, Religious Services, River, Ski area, Vineyard, Winery
Onsite or Nearby Activities
Bicycle rental, Bicycle riding trails, Bicycles, Bird watching, Boating, Canoeing, Cross-country ski trails, Downhill Skiing, Fishing, Golfing, Hiking trails, Horseback riding, Hunting, Kayaking, Mountain Bike trails, Sailing, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Ski rentals, Snow shoe rental, Snow shoe trails, Swimming, Tennis courts, Water sports
Burlington Nearby Cities
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