Hugging Bear Inn and Shoppe
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Address
244 Main St.
Chester, VT 05143
USA - Phone+1-802-875-2412
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Stay in one of 5 guest rooms blending 19th century charm and modern touches, each with a private bath. Rooms accommodate couples, singles, families and children. And you will find a Teddy Bear in every bed! Included in your room rate is a hearty country breakfast, including Pure Vermont Maple Syrup. Seconds? Certainly! The Hugging Bear Inn & Shoppe offers a wide variety of gathering places for guests, including a comfortable living room, cozy den/playroom and spacious front porch with a swing. Browse and shop in the Teddy bear shop with over 10,000 teddy bears and their friends. Enjoy conversation, television, internet, board games, toys, a good book, or just sit back and relax. Check out the village with its quaint shops and elegant buildings. Churches, restaurants, shops, galleries and lodging surround the village green and bring back the nostalgia of a bygone time. Buy a teddy bear, dine by candlelight, and observe historic architecture. Hiking, swimming, and skiing are all near by.
Rooms & Rates
Pooh & Piglet's Hideaway
1 Double Beds, 1 Twin Beds, Private Bath, sleeps3Average Nightly Rate $128
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Teddy Roosevelt Room
1 King Beds, 1 Double Beds, Private Bath, sleeps4Average Nightly Rate $148
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Panda-monium
1 Queen Beds, 1 Double Beds, Private Bath, sleeps4Average Nightly Rate $148
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 1 Reviews
5 out of 5Fall vacation
October 21, 2011
My wife and I stayed at the Hugging Bear Inn yesterday. Georgette has been running this Inn for over thirty years, in fact we stayed here for the first time twenty five years ago. This recent stay was just as perfect as our first time. The rooms are very clean, and Georgette opens her home to her guests and made us feel like it was our own home. Our day started with Georgette cooking us breakfast. Chester is a very quaint and peaceful town and our room looked down on the town green. Guests are welcome to wander through the teddy bear shoppe at night after the shop is closed to shoppers. We recommend this inn to everyone. No visit to Chester,Vt. would be complete without staying at the Hugging Bear Inn.-Warren Harris.
Location
Innkeeper Information
Innkeeper(s)
Georgette Thomas, Laura Thomas,Scott Morgan, Paul Thomas
Innkeepers Description:
Laura - Acupuncture, Herbs, cranial therapy & energy medicine, Scott - Artist, Paul - Vermont Stoneworks, Georgette - Teddy bears and collectibles
The innkeepers speak:
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English
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Spanish
Resident Pets
2 Cats
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Address
244 Main St.
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Rooms & Rates
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Nightly Rate
$115 - $160
Tower Room
Cozy and romantic with queen-sized bed, full private bath with shower. Air-conditioning for hot weather days. A round room in the tower of this Victorian home overlooks the village green.
- Maximum Capacity: 2
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen
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$140/$115Bear Den
Overlooking the village green, this bright and spacious room accommodates a family or group of people. Has two queen-sized beds, wall-to-wall carpeting, infrared fireplace, private bath with shower and air conditioning for hot weather days.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 2 Queen
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$160/$135Pooh & Piglet's Hideaway
This cozy hideaway has a double and a twin bed, private bath with shower, and air-conditioning for hot weather days. It has a Winnie the Pooh and friends theme, tastefully done.
- Maximum Capacity: 3
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Double , 1 Twin
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$140/$115Teddy Roosevelt Room
Bed that can be king-sized or two twins upon request. This room boasts a beautiful bay window with couch that can pull out for extra sleeping space. Lots of natural light. A comfortable room for resting, relaxing and reading a good book. Private bath with shower and air-conditioning for hot weather days.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 King , 1 Double
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$160/$135Panda-monium
A room with calming earth tones. One queen and one double bed with panda quilts and pillows. Medium sized room, good for a family. Private bath with shower and air-conditioning for hot weather days.
- Maximum Capacity: 4
- Bathroom Private Bath
- Beds 1 Queen , 1 Double
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$160/$135Policy
Reservation Policy
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Check In: 2pm Check Out: 11am
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Minimum Stay: 2 nights on holiday and foliage weekends weekends
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Deposit Amount Required: Reservations may be guaranteed with a deposit via credit card or personal check received within seven (7) business days of making the reservation.
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Cancellations: Cancellations of less than 7 days notice: Deposit equivalent of one (1) night stay will be charged during high season. $25 cancellation fee for medium and low seasons.
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Open All Year Round: Yes
General Policies
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Smoking Allowed: No
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Guest Pets Allowed: No
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Drinking Allowed: Yes
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Drinks Available: No
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Children Allowed: We are a family oriented Inn. All are welcome!
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Suitable For Children: Yes
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Childcare Provided: No
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Nightly Rate
$115 - $160
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Reviews
Score Breakdown based on 1 Reviews
5 out of 5Fall vacation
October 21, 2011
My wife and I stayed at the Hugging Bear Inn yesterday. Georgette has been running this Inn for over thirty years, in fact we stayed here for the first time twenty five years ago. This recent stay was just as perfect as our first time. The rooms are very clean, and Georgette opens her home to her guests and made us feel like it was our own home. Our day started with Georgette cooking us breakfast. Chester is a very quaint and peaceful town and our room looked down on the town green. Guests are welcome to wander through the teddy bear shoppe at night after the shop is closed to shoppers. We recommend this inn to everyone. No visit to Chester,Vt. would be complete without staying at the Hugging Bear Inn.-Warren Harris.
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Location
Location Type
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Village Green
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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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Directions to property:
The Inn and Shoppe are easy to find in the center of Chester (Rte. 11) on the Village Green. Chester is just 8 miles SW of Springfield, VT, and 12 miles NW of Bellows Falls, VT, both on U.S. 91. From the WEST and SOUTH: NY State Thruway to Albany (Exit 23), Rte. 787 North, NY 7 East through Troy to Bennington, VT, U.S. 7 North (22 miles), Exit 4 in Manchester, then Rte. 11 East (28 miles) to Chester. The Inn is on the left. From the SOUTH and EAST: U.S. 91 to Vermont Exit 6, Rockingham, then Rte. 103, 10 miles west to Chester. Do NOT turn right when 103 turns in Chester, continue straight on Main Street. The Inn is on the right, across the street from the village green.
Airport
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Albany, NY (ALB-Albany County)
Area Attractions
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Antique Shopping
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Art Galleries
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Gourmet/Fine Dining
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Historical interests
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Live Music
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Movie Theater
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National/State parks
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Nature area
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Outlet Stores
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Performing Theater
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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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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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Kayaking
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Mountain Bike trails
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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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Swimming pool
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Water sports
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Whitewater Rafting
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Amenities
Type:
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Country Inn
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Historic Inn
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Bed and Breakfast
Property highlights
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Antiques/decor
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Business travel
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Family Travel
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Gay / Lesbian Travel
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Group events
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Honeymoons
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Nature
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Peaceful getaway
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Romantic escape
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Weddings
On-site
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Board games
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DVD Player
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Fax Machine
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Fireplace
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Internet Service
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Library
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Piano
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Satellite/Cable TV
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TV
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Telephone
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VCR
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Videos
Guest room(s)
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Air conditioning
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Alarm clock
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Coffee/Tea facilities
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In-room internet
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Hairdryer
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Ironing Board
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Wi-Fi
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Breakfast
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Type: Full
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Time Served: 8-9am
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Serving Location: Dining Room
Special meal options
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Vegetarian
Additional food services
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cereal and fruit
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cheese, crackers and cider
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tea and coffee
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Special Package
Steiff "shopping Spree" Package
Steiff Party Weekend Steiff event is September 7,1213 package is $385- includes Two-night stay for two at the Hugging Bear Bed & Breakfast Inn. Full breakfast to order. $100 Shopping Spree in the Hugging Bear Teddy Bear Shoppe $50 Gift Certificate for dinner at a local Chester restaurant
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