Swift House Inn

This was our first stay at the Swift Inn and it was so incredible. We were on a working holiday and picking up the kiddo from a language immersion program at Middlebury and after a disastrous stay at the Middlebury Inn a couple years ago, needed a new option. We stayed in the Mansfield Room in the carriage house, which I highly recommend - nice and big - huge bathroom with a great jet tub and plenty of space for us to spread out for 3 nights. We had our own patio and I was able to work there one day for a bit but it was too warm. I do wish their were more common areas to hang in - the central space was in the main house but it also doubled as a restaurant and bar - the porch here was very comfy and there are chairs around the well maintained property! The hammock was a key location for me and it appeared no one else ever used it! We hung out in the bar before dinner and Sara and the resident mixologist were lovely - Laura makes fantastic cocktails and we had a blast chatting! The dinner at Jessica's was a highlight for us and we loved speaking to the owner Matthew who brought us some bubbly at the end of our meal for our anniversary, we also loved our server, Sara. The breakfast was ok - two morning we had the buffet which as someone gluten free there weren't too many options - so many good looking baked goods that I could not have but the granola was top notch! One day we had a prepared meal and I got an omelet but it failed to taste like much - they also informed me that they had gluten free toast (which was quality) and could make GF pancakes so there were more options. After staying in Brattleboro at the Inn on Putney Road, it's hard to compare breakfasts haha - Paul at that inn is superb but the Swift Inn is catering to a lot more folks, so you have to factor that in. We loved walking into town from the Swift Inn and it's also a short drive to the Lincoln Peak Winery and Drop Inn brewery - next time we hope to get some hiking in and explore even more of the area!

Swift House Inn is my go-to escape in Vermont. I’ve stayed in both summer and winter, enjoying elegant rooms with balconies, cozy fireplaces, espresso makers, deep soak tubs and stress-melting views. Mornings begin with an amazing breakfast, and evenings bring the finest dining and a superb wine selection. On-site, I’ve loved “Fancy Friday” with DJ Serena followed by Saturday morning somatic yoga. Nearby, you can explore charming downtown Middlebury, stroll along the Otter Creek Falls, tour local breweries and wineries, or enjoy scenic drives through Vermont’s Green Mountains. It’s the perfect mix of relaxation, fine dining, and local adventure. I can’t wait to return with my fur baby in tow for another royal getaway.

The flower and vegetable gardens, character and charm of the main house, porch, fantastic staff, outdoor porch, top notch breakfast.