In Dorset, this bed and breakfast is a 10-minute drive from downtown Manchester. The property has on-site spa facilities and features free Wi-Fi. On-site dining is also available. The rooms at The Dorset Inn include a cable TV and a private bathroom. The suite has unique features like a spa tub and a fireplace. Guests staying at The Dorset Inn on the Green can relax on the terrace or enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. Fax and photocopying services are also available. Canoes and kayaks are available for rent 13 miles away at BattenKill Canoe Ltd.. Merck Forest & Farmland Center is a 10-minute drive from the property. Hildene is 10 miles from the inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
10
High score for Dorset
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  • William
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved everything about this place !! From the girl that welcomed us to the one that said good bye and gave us helpful tips for places on our vacation
  • Sean
    United States of America United States of America
    Location and the people were great. History of the Inn was wonderful too
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    Linda
    United States of America United States of America
    Breakfast was at the Cafe and it was outstanding. Service was friendly and attentive. The front desk staff were wonderful. The attention to detail in the Inn was very evident.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 51 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Just step outside to take in the charm of this Vermont village. The Dorset Inn anchors a divided town green lined with charming white clapboard houses, the gourmet Dorset Union Store and historic Dorset Congregational Church. There is much to do in our small village.

Property info

For more than 222 years, The Dorset Inn has offered traditional New England hospitality...gracious lodgings, gourmet dining, fine wine & great spirits...all trademarks of a quintessential Vermont experience.

Neighborhood info

Dorset is home to the Dorset Playhouse offering professional summer stock theatre, the Norcross Quarry, the oldest marble quarry in the United States and local summer swimming hole and the Dorset Village Library. To better appreciate our town's history, pop into the Dorset Historical Society. Year round check out local foods and handcrafted products at Dorset Farmer’s Market. If it's art and antiques you're after, Redux Fine Art & Antiques and Kara Finn Oriental Rugs offer lovely selections. In addition, Flower Brook Pottery, Marie Miller American Quilts and The Dorset Exchange all feature unique gift items. JK Adams offers a fabulous selection of specialty food products, kitchen wares and hand crafted wood items and the family owned H.N. Williams General Store has been servicing the area's needs since 1840.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Dinner

Amenities of The Dorset Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Tile/Marble floor
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Toilet with grab rails
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Seasonal
    • Pool with view
    • Heated pool
    • Shallow end
    • Swimming pool toys
    • Pool/Beach towels
    • Fenced pool
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Dorset Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    Check-out

    Until 11:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Discover American Express The Dorset Inn accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    FAQs about The Dorset Inn

    • The prices at The Dorset Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Dorset Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Tennis court
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Swimming pool
      • Tennis equipment

    • Room options at The Dorset Inn include:

      • Double
      • Suite

    • Yes, The Dorset Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at The Dorset Inn is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The Dorset Inn is 150 feet from the center of Dorset. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Dorset Inn has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.