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Phineas Swann Bed & Breakfast Country Inn
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Dusk at the Phineas Swann Bed and Breakfast Inn
The Phineas Swann is very Pet-friendly - here's Chappy, one of our four-legged guests.
Gourmet breakfast at the Phineas Swann includes selections such as raspberry stuffed french toast, country omelets, and fresh fruit.
Fall Foliage at the Phineas Swann
The Red Room in the Main Inn
Our Green Room in the Main Inn
The Gazebo and Sleigh in our lovely summertime gardens.
Our living room is cozy in the winter
Relax on our expansive decks with lovely views of the gardens
Our Second Floor Suite in the River House has a spacious living room and overlooks the Trout River
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Address
195 Main Street
Montgomery Center, VT 05471
USA - Phone+1-802-326-4306
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Welcome to New England’s Most Romantic Pet-Friendly Inn, a classic and intimate getaway destination nestled in the Green Mountains only 8 miles from Jay Peak Ski Resort. In the shadow of majestic Jay Peak, 35 miles north of Stowe, the little town of Montgomery Center, where the Phineas Swann sits on historic Main Street, is an alluring destination for vacationers and adventurers alike. Guests enjoy skiing, snowshoeing, x-country skiing, snowmobiling on VAST, dog sledding, horseback riding, mountain biking, road cycling, canoeing, kayaking, farm tours, maple sugaring, antiquing, and shopping for handcrafted items made by local artisans. We have earned a 5 Star Trip Advisor Rating, a Top 5 Vermont Inn ranking on Trip Advisor, and write ups in Montreal’s La Presse and Boston, New York, and Yankee Magazines. The Inn includes a wide array of amenities including Air Conditioning, Fireplaces, Jacuzzi Baths, TV/DVD Players, Phones, Internet, and an outdoor Hot Tub. We are VERY pet friendly too!!
Rooms & Rates
Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 88 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5Splendid experience
June 13, 2013
Stayed at Phineas Swann for my first trip to Vermont. It was my boyfriend's first B&B experience too and he fell in love with it. We arrived on my birthday and discovered we were upgraded to a carriage house. We felt so pampered the entire time. Would certainly recommend Phineas Swann to anyone traveling to Vermont.
5 out of 5Incomparable Vermont B&B
June 01, 2013
If there's a better B&B anywhere in the country, we've not found it. Wonderful accommodations, beautiful grounds, great breakfasts, friendly attentive staff, We've been to Phineas three times in the last 15 years, twice while we lived in Washington DC and this time during a trip east from our home in Montana. Each time was a pleasure. This place is as close to the comforts of home as you can get.
4.0 out of 5The best getaway in Vermont and elsewhere...
April 17, 2013
We always enjoy going to the Phineas. We go mostly in the Winter for the skiing at Jay but anytime of year is great as it's so relaxing. Once you have your fabulous breakfast, you're free to enjoy many activities that you like (skiing, snowshoeing, trail running, hiking, cycling & of course the spa at Jay) to name a few. Good selection of Restaurants around but remember you're in a small town & some will require a drive. Great place to stay, relax & read by the fire. We love coming, all the staff are very friendly & take good care of you. Rob & Lisa.
4.4 out of 5Perfect place for a winter getaway!
March 21, 2013
We brought our dog, and had a lovely time. The setting, on the river, in town, a short walk to a few dining options and a grocery store, near Jay peak and excellent XC skiing trails, is great and convenient. All staff at Phineas are super friendly and helpful (not overbearing at all though!). This is the most dog friendly place we've been. Also great if you don't have a dog. We will be back!
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Darren and Lynn
Innkeepers Description:
The Inn and shop are chock-a-block with thousands of dog figurines and collectibles, as we are avid dog lovers. We love to travel and enjoy meeting people from all countries. Very LGBT friendly, and dog lovers step to front of the line!!!
The innkeepers speak:
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English
Resident Pets
3 Dogs
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Address
195 Main Street
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$149 - $299
Standard Room
Standard description
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
Nightly RateCheck Dates
(High/Low Season)
N/APolicy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 3:00 pm. Check Out: 11:00 am.
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Minimum Stay: During peak weeks, 2 or 3 night minimums on weekends/holidays
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Deposit Amount Required: one night accomodation
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Cancellations: As we are a small country inn and turn away many guests during peak periods, please be aware that you will forfeit your deposit should your room not be re-booked. Cancellations for full refund of deposit require a 30 day notice.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: Limited
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Guest Pets Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinking Description: Sell Beer and Wine Only
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Drinks Available: Yes
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Children Allowed: We cater mostly to couples and pet lovers.
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Suitable For Children: Limited
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Childcare Provided: Limited : By advance request only based on staffing availability
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Nightly Rate
$149 - $299
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 88 Reviews
4.7 out of 5- Guest room 5
- Services 5
- Value 5
- Cleanliness 5
- Dining 5
5 out of 5Splendid experience
June 13, 2013
Stayed at Phineas Swann for my first trip to Vermont. It was my boyfriend's first B&B experience too and he fell in love with it. We arrived on my birthday and discovered we were upgraded to a carriage house. We felt so pampered the entire time. Would certainly recommend Phineas Swann to anyone traveling to Vermont.
5 out of 5Incomparable Vermont B&B
June 01, 2013
If there's a better B&B anywhere in the country, we've not found it. Wonderful accommodations, beautiful grounds, great breakfasts, friendly attentive staff, We've been to Phineas three times in the last 15 years, twice while we lived in Washington DC and this time during a trip east from our home in Montana. Each time was a pleasure. This place is as close to the comforts of home as you can get.
4.0 out of 5The best getaway in Vermont and elsewhere...
April 17, 2013
We always enjoy going to the Phineas. We go mostly in the Winter for the skiing at Jay but anytime of year is great as it's so relaxing. Once you have your fabulous breakfast, you're free to enjoy many activities that you like (skiing, snowshoeing, trail running, hiking, cycling & of course the spa at Jay) to name a few. Good selection of Restaurants around but remember you're in a small town & some will require a drive. Great place to stay, relax & read by the fire. We love coming, all the staff are very friendly & take good care of you. Rob & Lisa.
4.4 out of 5Perfect place for a winter getaway!
March 21, 2013
We brought our dog, and had a lovely time. The setting, on the river, in town, a short walk to a few dining options and a grocery store, near Jay peak and excellent XC skiing trails, is great and convenient. All staff at Phineas are super friendly and helpful (not overbearing at all though!). This is the most dog friendly place we've been. Also great if you don't have a dog. We will be back!
5 out of 5The Epitomy of a Country B and B
March 19, 2013
My wife and I were looking for a quick getaway and have wanted to stay at the Phineas Swann for some time now. Our only regret is that we didn't come sooner! What a thrill is was for us and our Corgi, Woody, to have spent a night in such a wonderful place! We were treated like royalty and would wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to pet-lovers everywhere! We will definitely be back! Warmest Regards, Sam, Patty and Woody
4.6 out of 5Great!
March 16, 2013
My husband and I spent 2 nights here for a little get away and to ski. We had an amazing time, we didn't want to leave! From welcoming us at we pulled in to the warm cozy fire at night we loved it. We booked online and it was very easy. The inn is very clean and comfortable, they really make you feel welcome and comfortable. We stayed in the "Red Room" and it was a very comfortable bed and the bathroom was great! We are already excited for our next stay at the inn!
4.2 out of 5Restful Vacation for the Whole Family!
March 12, 2013
We just returned from our second visit to the Phineas Swann Bed & Breakfast Country Inn. Once again, everything was first rate! The fact that we could bring our Labrador Retreiver when staying in the Carriage House is the icing on the cake. The close proximity to Jay Peak also makes it an ideal four season retreat.
3.8 out of 5Nice cozy spot!
March 08, 2013
I came here for a two night stay in the middle of February 2013 with my boyfriend. We skied at Jay Peak and stayed here. Everything was great about our stay. The only downfall is that the dining options in the town of Montgomery Center are not great. You can pay to have dinner made at the Phineas but I never tried it but would consider doing so if I stayed there again. The breakfasts were great. We had pancakes the first day and waffles the second. They kinda looked at us funny when we ordered 3 and 4 pancakes respectively but to me that is a normal restaurant portion and we needed the energy for skiing! We stayed in the red room and the bed is ginormous! It pretty much takes up the whole room. There is space underneath to keep things but there isn t much floor space so don t bring too much stuff. Overall a great stay and it was just what I expected. The fire place is lovely in the winter along with the hot tub, although its quite small and not suited for more than four people. It also feels awkward intruding on other people when they are in it because it is so small. We just kinda waited until no one was in it to go in. They definitely keep pushing for this review via e-mail after you stay, so I finally decided to give one. Be prepared to be asked multiple times too if you stay. It's not like they don t have enough reviews on here.....but whatever.
Innkeeper Response
Thanks for your review. Just so you know, bed and breakfast.com is pretty aggressive about pushing for reviews when a guest has booked thru them, and sends many follow up emails and that is sadly out of our control since you had to give them your email address when you booked. I would be annoyed by all their emails too, so please accept my apologies. I wish I could get them to stop that. Tho was not us who asked for your review on this site, we are still glad you took the time to write one as it helps us improve out service for future guests. Our hot tub has 8 seats in it, but I can see why you would not want to crowd that many folks in, but luckily people seldom spend more than 15 minutes in it. We have four restaurants within walking distance, but perhaps you stayed on a Monday or Tuesday, since most are closed on that day except for Bernies and the snowshoe. We suggest using tripadvisor.com to search for other nearby options as well. To any other guests reading this, we offer dinner at the inn, but due to the small size of our property we do not stock food for all the dinner choices, so we need a few days notice to make sure we have your menu choices on hand. The price ranges from 100 dollars per person including tax and service and wine for a 5 course meal with a private chef, to 50 dollars for a prix fixe four course dinner that may be served with other guests in the dining room as you. Thanks so much!! Jay
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Location
Location Type
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Main Street Location
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Near Jay Peak Ski Resort
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Next to Long Trail
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On VAST Trail
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River Front
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Countryside
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Mountains
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Small town
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Village
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Wine country
City - Burlington
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Distance to city: 45 miles
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Directions to property:
See web site for specific directions from many nearby gateways.
Airport
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Burlington, VT (BTV) 45 miles
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Directions to property:
See website. Around a one hour and 20 minute drive.
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Casino
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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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Cross Country Ski Areas
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Snow Shoe Trails
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Fishing
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Biking Trails
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Canoeing
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Hiking Tails
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Picnic area
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Religious Services
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River
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Ski area
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Vineyard
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Winery
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Bicycle rental
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Bicycle riding trails
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Bicycles
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Bird watching
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Boating
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Canoeing
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Cross-country ski trails
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Downhill Skiing
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Fishing
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Golfing
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Hiking trails
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Horseback riding
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Hunting
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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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Sailing
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Shopping
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Sight-seeing
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Ski rentals
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Snow shoe rental
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Snow shoe trails
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Swimming
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Tennis courts
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Water sports
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Whitewater Rafting
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Amenities
Type:
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Bed and Breakfast
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Country Inn
Property highlights
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Antiques/decor
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Gourmet food
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
On-site
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Copier
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Fax Machine
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Library
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Piano
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Private entrance
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Radio
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Secretarial services
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TV Video games
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Washer/dryer
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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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Amenities Basket
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Bath robes
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Board games
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CD player
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Ceiling fans
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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Computer
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DVD Player
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In-room internet
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Desk
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Fireplace
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Fridge
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Hairdryer
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Hot tub/whirlpool tub
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Internet Service
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Ironing Board
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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Turndown Service
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VCR
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Videos
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Wi-Fi
Other
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Dog Walking
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Dog Sitting
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Spa Services
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: Per Guest request
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Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area,On-site restaurant
Complimentary Perks
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Afternoon Tea
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Dessert
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Fruit
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Non-alcoholic Beverages
Special meal options
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Low fat
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Restrictive
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Vegetarian
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Gluten Free,Diabetic
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Vegan, Lactose Free
Additional food services
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24 Coffee Tea Service
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Energy Bars
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Free Soda Pop, Waters
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Snacks Assortment
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