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3740 Rte. 125 West, Bridport, VT 05734
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Boston
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“A wonderful find”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2011

We spent 2 nights at the Inn at Lovers Lane while taking our son to Middlebury college for his freshman year. We had hoped to stay in Middlebury but all accommodations were booked so we looked further afield. Reviews in Tripadvisor led us to this Inn and we were very glad they did.

The Inn is situated about 8 miles west of Middlebury and it turned out to be an easy "straight shot" drive of no more than 15 minutes to the College. The Inn has 3 rooms upstairs (one room is actually a suite)--all comfortably furnished and impeccably clean. Downstairs were several "common rooms" with very comfortable couches that invited lazing about and reading (which we happily did while sipping coffee before breakfast each morning). There is also a dining room with deck. Both of these areas look out over beautiful gardens that surround the Inn and beyond to the sweeping farmlands of the Lake Champlain valley. A refrigerator in the dining area filled with soft drinks and bottled water (the later also in the rooms) is available at any time to guests.

The breakfasts served were among the best, if not the best, we have ever had at a B&B. (example: yoghurt, fresh fruit, and granola parfait followed by cinnamon swirl french toast garnished with warm fresh peach slices and pecans all accompanied by locally made maple breakfast sausages). None of us, including are normally constantly ravenous teenage son, had any desire to eat until dinner after one of these breakfast feasts.

And last but certainly not least, the owners Pam and John were two of the nicest, warmest and most helpful people one could hope to meet. They were always ready to make a hot drink, provide restaurant recommendations, discuss the history of the area etc.. Thus, what we initially thought of as a "less than optimal" situation when we couldn't book into the town of Middlebury turned out to be our good luck. The Inn at Lovers Lane was a fortunate and wonderful find for us and we certainly plan to return.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Nashville, Tennessee
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“Welcoming, beautiful views, immaculate, lots of books, refreshing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2011

We rode in on our bicycles, and were greeted with a warm hello, and a safe place to store our bicycles. Shortly thereafter, choco-chip cookies and fresh coffee - what an excellent way to begin a visit. Stayed in the blue room, which was plenty large for me and my husband. The room (and house) was spotless and large. Sure the bathroom in the blue room may have been small, but we are small people so the size was not an issue or important to us. Guests have access to all of the rooms, and each are inviting - be sure to spend time in each. If you like flowers, this is an excellent place - in June the yard is in full bloom. If you like the outdoors, there are lots of books about the birds, trees, wildflowers and activities located in the area. The view of the Adirondack peaks from the breakfast room and outdoor deck is superb. The breakfast meal was excellent and so was the coffee. There was a wide assortment of teas for the avid tea drinker.

  • Stayed June 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“A lovely B&B experience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 July 2010

We stayed at The Inn at Lovers' Lane for two nights during a friend's wedding. This B&B was lovely. We stayed in the blue room, billed as their coziest, and found it quite comfortable, with plenty of space to stow our bags, hang clothes, and walk around the room. The bathroom is, indeed, tiny, but had everything we needed. The room was very pretty -- not fussy, but very nice details. The bed was very comfortable, there were bathrobes in the armoire, and the towels were of fluffy high quality. No skimping here. The two rooms set aside for common use were also very pretty and comfortable. Having two common rooms allows for more privacy if that's what is wanted, although we thoroughly enjoyed the company of the other couple staying at the inn that weekend. John and Pam, the innkeepers, were also very pleasant and helpful.

Saturday's breakfast was absolutely delicious (and beautifully serve) in the breakfast room, which has a very pleasant view of surrounding farmland and the Adirondack Mountains. After that fabulous meal, we were severely disappointed that we had arranged to leave so early on Sunday morning (5:30 AM) that we would have to miss out on breakfast that day. However, John insisted on setting up the coffeemaker to provide coffee for us at 5:00 AM and left out some very good homemade muffins for us to take on our journey home.

Some B&Bs are more like leftover space in someone's home, and one feels less than welcome. Not so here. The Inn at Lovers' Lane is truly a lovely place to stay, with gracious hosts who go out of their way to accommodate their guests. We recommend it and would return.

  • Stayed July 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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“Really comfortable; great service and lovely hosts; and beautiful view from the breakfast room.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2010

We stayed at the Inn to attend a performance at Middlebury College. We love the Champlain Valley with its view of the Adirondacks. We slept really well--it was very comfortable; the hosts are super accommodating and focused on details that made our stay easy and really pleasant.

  • Stayed April 2010, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Massachusetts
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“Fabulous Hosts at Traditional Inn”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2010

My husband & I, and friends had a wonderful stay at this charming inn. The Inn has a beautiful view of Adirondacks. Rooms and facilities were very comfortable and clean. But the best of all was their breakfasts and the dinner that they help us host for the Trinity Colllege swim team during NESCAC swim finals when at Middlebury College. Our hosts, the Friedrichs took everything in stride when we told them we needed to feed upwards of 30 people after a late swim meet on Saturday. They did a fantastic job!
I would recommend this Inn to anyone that needs accomodations when at Middlebury College - it is the best small inn in the vicinity and is only a short drive from the school.

  • Stayed February 2010, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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3740 Rte. 125 West, Bridport, VT 05734
Price range (per night):* INR4,761 - 8,121

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