A 1918 Country Estate · Dorset, Vermont

Quiet Rooms, Long Breakfasts, No Middlemen

Designed by noted architect W. Marbury Somervell and set on 11 private acres, Squire House keeps just three guest rooms. A full breakfast and afternoon tea are included in the rate, always.

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Book straight with the inn. Questions? Call (802) 867-0281 or write to Turtlerock@SquireHouse.com.

3 guest rooms, never crowded 1918 historic estate, 11 private acres Full breakfast + afternoon tea included
5.0/5
★★★★★
Rated 5.0/5 on Google, based on 15 reviews, as of 2026-10

“The historic home is beautiful and elegant while still cozy and welcoming. It is full of amenities that rival the best hotels.”

Guest review, Tripadvisor

Guest Rooms

Three Rooms, Each Its Own

All rooms are furnished with 18th and 19th century antiques. Each has central air conditioning, a modern private bathroom with tub/shower, bed warmers, hair dryers, ultra soft terrycloth robes, and wireless internet throughout the house.

Elisabeth Willcox Suite bedroom with tiger maple canopy bed

Elisabeth Willcox Suite

The suite has a large private sitting room with wood-burning fireplace, TV, and mini-fridge. The bedroom features a queen-size tiger maple canopy bed, Victorian parlor chairs and a 19th century pine dresser.

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Alice Wolcott Room with queen-size four-poster bed

Alice Wolcott Room

A queen-size four-poster bed, wood-burning fireplace, 18th century Chippendale mirror, European prints and watercolors. A corner room in the treetops, praised by guests for its peaceful quiet.

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Sally M. Cowles Room with queen-size cannonball bed

Sally M. Cowles Room

A queen-size cannonball bed, 19th century dresser and bureau, and a collection of antique needlework. There is a small TV in this room.

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For extended visits, ask about the Carriage House Apartment. Five wood-burning fireplaces and three gathering rooms are shared by all guests.

Breakfast, Included

A Full Three-Course Breakfast, Every Morning

Served in the paneled dining room with English china, family silver and fine linen. Afternoon tea is also included in the rate.

Tell the inn ahead of time if you are vegetarian, vegan, or have other dietary restrictions.

  • Creme Brulee French Toast
  • Vegetarian Frittatas
  • Berry-Bread Pudding
  • Buttermilk Pancakes
  • Omelette du Jour
  • Squire House Granola
Paneled dining room set for breakfast
Your Hosts

Staying With Friends at Their Country Estate

Guests describe arriving to feel as though they are staying at very cool friends’ country house: warmly welcomed, shown their room, then left to unwind. Guest reviews on Tripadvisor speak of proprietors who offer excellent suggestions, spot on for your interests, and go out of their way with directions and local tips.

Gay & Roger

Proprietors, as mentioned by guests on Tripadvisor

Local Guide

Dorset & Southern Vermont

The village dates from the 1760s. White houses by the graceful village green form a protected historic district, seven miles north of Manchester.

Dorset Playhouse

Evenings Worth Planning Around

  • Dorset Playhouse (in the village, minutes away): repertory theater with a tradition dating back to the 1920s; most productions run in summer. Check the current schedule before your trip.
  • Dorset Horse Show (nearby): a nationally ranked riding competition held every summer.
  • Hildene (Manchester, about 15 minutes): restored mansion built by Robert Todd Lincoln, with guided tours, cross-country skiing, and views over the Battenkill River Valley.
  • Land Rover Experience Vermont (at the Equinox, Manchester): guided off-road driving on icy hill climbs, side tilts, and rocky terrain.
Fly fishing on a Vermont river
Free

Days That Cost Nothing

  • Dorset village green (minutes away): stroll the protected historic district of white houses; no stoplight in town.
  • Merck Forest & Farmland Preserve (6 minutes): nature walks and natural history with a full schedule of educational outdoor events for adults and children.
  • Battenkill & Mettowee Rivers (nearby): legendary trout fishing water; bring a rod or watch the fly fishers at work.
  • Back-road touring: hiking, jogging, bicycling, and horseback riding routes start practically at the doorstep.

Activity photos: Squire House website.

Skiing near Dorset, Vermont

Winter & Shoulder Seasons

  • Bromley Mountain (within 20 minutes): sunny slopes close to the doorstep.
  • Stratton Mountain (a few miles farther): larger resort, winter and summer activities.
  • Golf: six courses in the area for summer visits.

Activity photo: Squire House website.

Free

Where to Eat Nearby

  • Dorset Inn (Dorset, 4 minutes, 802-867-5500): the village classic, right on the green.
  • Barrows House (Dorset, 5 minutes, 802-867-4455): a short drive for dinner.
  • The Barn Restaurant (Pawlet, 12 minutes, 802-325-3088): worth the drive.
  • Manchester picks (11 to 25 minutes): Mistral’s at Toll Gate, Cucina Mystico, The Silver Fork.

Good to Know Before You Go

  • Two-night minimum: the inn does not take one-night reservations, so plan a proper stay.
  • Book ahead for foliage season and ski weekends; there are only three rooms.
  • Dietary needs: tell the inn before arrival and breakfast will be adjusted.

Getting There & Parking

  • From Rt. 30, turn onto Church Street at the Dorset Inn, then right onto Dorset West Road; the inn is 0.3 miles on the left.
  • Drive times: Albany 1.5 hrs, Boston 2 hrs 45, New York City 4 hrs.
  • For parking details, please call or email the inn to confirm.

Safety Notes

  • Quiet country roads with no streetlights: drive slowly after dark and watch for deer.
  • Winter visits: allow extra time on mountain roads in snow; carry a charged phone.
  • After nature walks, check for ticks, standard practice across Vermont.
Gallery

Around the House

Library gathering room with red walls Foyer with arched doorway and china cabinets Sunroom with piano and garden doors Elisabeth Willcox Suite sitting room with fireplace

Photos: Squire House official website.

Good to Know

Policies & FAQ

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

Yes. A full breakfast and afternoon tea are included in the rate. Breakfast is a full three-course service in the paneled dining room.

Can I book a single night?

No. Squire House does not take one-night reservations, so please plan a stay of at least two nights.

What are the current room rates?

Current rates are shown on our booking page. Use the Check rates button to see live availability and pricing.

What about taxes and payment?

A 9% Vermont tax is applied to your bill. The inn prefers payment by check; a 3% service charge is added to payments made by credit card or debit card.

Is the inn non-smoking? Are pets allowed? Children?

Squire House is a non-smoking inn and does not allow pets. Young adults age 12 and over are welcome.

What is the deposit and cancellation policy?

Please call or email to confirm. Reach the inn at (802) 867-0281 or Turtlerock@SquireHouse.com.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Please call or email to confirm. Reach the inn at (802) 867-0281 or Turtlerock@SquireHouse.com.

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Three rooms, one quiet estate. Reserve directly with the inn, no middlemen, no accounts to create.

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3395 Dorset West Road, Dorset, Vermont 05251