We booked a polar express trip in December 2011 through the Cranmore Inn with a total of three families. The inn is in the process of remodeling, our family resided in the double bedroom efficiency which included a full sized fridge, TV, pull out couch, xmas tree, dishwasher and full stock of pots, pans etc. It was impeccably clean. The room could easily accomodate a family of four and was roomy enough for two small families (one in each room). All 10 people traveling in our group easily "hung out" in our hotel room at the end of each day.

One other family resided in a recently refurbished room with a double bed trundle which i believe would have pulled out to a double as well. Their room also had a fireplace and was impeccably clean as well.

One family did stay in a partially renovated or soon to be renovated room. It was slightly outdated (wall paper and water stains in bathroom from years of shower usage) but other than decor the room was also very clean.

From what we could tell most rooms on the second floor have been refurbished. We were able to peek into unoccupied rooms and they all looked very comfortable and very, very clean.

The breakfast cooked to order in the morning was very good and more than satisfactory. It is a sit down breakfast with table service. If you are looking for continental or buffet, this is not your place.

The sitting room downstairs is very comfortable and there is a side room with movies and a separate television for the kids. A nice touch to keep them busy while the adults talk.

The owners are some of the nicest persons you could ask to meet on your travels. They are conversational and have a great sense of humor. We had several small (not out of the ordinary) requests and all were met with a smile and sometimes a joke.

So why only 3 stars. As ALL hotels go this is only 3 stars due to no common computer and printer, and simply this is not meant to be a luxurious hotel. As bed and breakfasts go this is easily a 4 star. Why? Charm, great owners, clean rooms, good breakfast, GREAT LOCATION.

We have purchased polar express tickets and have stayed at the following hotels/inns in the nearby area; Jackson Lodge, Green Granite, Comfort Inn. Of all these hotels I feel that the Cranmore Inn gave us the most character and feeling of home than any of the other hotels. We would stay here again above all of the other hotels listed. If you are looking for a true 3 star HOTEL with buffet breakfast and standard amenities stay at the Comfort Inn.

BTW: I agree with all of the positive posts on this property as rated by other visitors.