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Ashburn House

Ashburn House

20 Upper Troy Road
Fitzwilliam, NH 03447
United States of America
Innkeeper(s): Carole and Kenneth Beckwith

(603) 585-7198
 

Circa 1807. Sitting on one acre with wildflowers, herb and vegetable gardens, Ashburn House is steps from the village common and a part of the historic district of quaint Fitzwilliam. Guests enjoy a relaxed, welcoming environment of elegant simplicity, modern amenities, and gracious hosts. Rumford fireplaces enhance the warm ambiance of two of the guest bedrooms as well as two parlors. Enjoy complimentary beverages and treats in each parlor; one features board games and a piano, the other has a VCR/DVD player. Sleep on a pencil post bed in the Blue Room. The adjoining Country Room and the Rose Room can be used as a suite. Linger over a hearty candlelight breakfast in the formal dining room that boasts a colonial fireplace with crane and beehive oven.

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Ashburn House



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Rates

$80 to $120

Payment types accepted include Discover, Travelers Checks, Master Card, Personal Checks, Visa and Prefer cash or check.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Afternoon Tea

Events Hosted

  • Reunions
  • Meetings
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Workshops

Available Food Service

  • Picnic Lunches
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Full Gourmet Breakfast
  • Full Breakfast
  • Early Coffee/Tea
  • Country Breakfast
  • Afternoon Tea
  • Room Service
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Vegetarian Breakfast
  • Meals May Be Arranged In Advance. Specific Diets Are Catered To With Advance Notice

Other Activities

  • Amusement Park
  • Antiquing
  • Art Galleries
  • Beaches
  • Bicycling
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Live Theater
  • Museums
  • Parks
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Skiing Cross Country
  • Skiing Downhill
  • Sports Events, Major College
  • Tennis
  • Water Sports
  • Popular Nearby Camps: Waklo
  • Fleur De Lis
  • Wakoda

Innkeeper(s)

Carole and Kenneth Beckwith

Languages Spoken

French, German

Rooms

This property has 3 total guest accommodations, 4 with private bath, 1 with fireplace, 1 two-bedroom suite. The types of beds available include Queen, Twin and Double.

Amenities In Room

  • Bathrobes
  • Clock Radio
  • Bath Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • Coffeemaker
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Reading Lamps
  • Turn-Down Service
  • Refrigerator
  • Hair Dryer
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Luggage Racks
  • Water
  • Treats
  • Books
  • Magazines
  • Fans
  • Some Air Conditioning
  • Clock Radio

Amenities On Site

  • Gift Shop
  • Library
  • Phone
  • Television
  • VCR
  • Fireplace
  • Parlor Games
  • DVD
  • Fishing Poles
  • Senseo Coffeemaker
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea Making In Common Area
  • Ironing Board
  • Ice Available

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Modem Connection
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Internet Access
  • Hair Dryer
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Desk
  • Daily Newspapers
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access
  • Masseuse Nearby
  • Wireless Connection Nearby
  • Frequently Available From Inn
  • DVD
  • Vcr Available On Premises With A Small Vcr/dvd Collection On Site

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Ashburn House

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Location: Country, Mountains, historic village, near Keene and NH.


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Romantic Interest

Private, intimate historic rooms with tasteful decorations, special amenities and feeling of yesteryear.

Historic Interest

This 1807 inn has six Rumford fireplaces, original siding, wainscotting, historic paint colors from the period, wide-plank pumpkin-pine floorboards, original granite foundation, post and beam corner posts in rooms, and many antiques.

Historic Awards:

  • Located In The Fitzwilliam Historic District

Historic Memberships:

  • Local Historical Society

Other Awards:

Yankee Magazine "Best Small B & B in New Hampshire" 2010

Weather

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:2 nights during some high seasons
Cancellation:10 days prior to stay
Pets:Pets may stay on premises if they can stay in garage or outside.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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Delightful stay

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
David Stephenson
Biggin Hill,

We have stayed in several B&Bs in the USA, and this was undoubtedly the best. Carole and Ken were perfect hosts. My wife is gluten intolerant, and Carole baked her a special fruit loaf as part of the best breakfast we have had in a B&B regardless of country.The house and our room was charming and very comfortable. We would definitely stay again even if it meant a detour.

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Completely happy

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Patti Weeks

My stay here was perfect. The accommodations are clean and comfortable. Carole and Ken are welcoming, friendly, and helpful, yet also give you space. The best part - breakfast. Some of the best breakfasts I have ever had anywhere. You will not need lunch.

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Eastern Hospitality

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Carol T
Aurora, CO

Everyone hears of southern hospitality, but Ashburn House embodies eastern hospitality...comfy bed, delicious food, and atmosphere in this wonderful old home.

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Cordial and quaint

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Linda N
Oxford, MA

I stayed here with my mum, my twin daughters, and infant grandson three years ago. We loved our stay with the Beckwiths. I promised to return and one day I hope to. Mum, sadly, has passed on. Linda Newell, Massachusetts

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Treated like royalty

Ashburn House

4 of 5 hearts
Diane F
Biddeford, ME
10/26/2010

We have stayed at the Ashburn House on two separate occasions, each time it was a wonderful experience. Carole and Ken are such welcoming hosts. The three course breakfast they serve is just amazing. We will definitely return. Would definitely recommend a stay at this lovely B & B.

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BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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A Romantic Out of the Way Spot

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Pat and Becky Towle (2 reviews)
Noblesville, IN
10/26/2010

What a wonderful place to stay. Away from the hustle of the city, yet easily accessible. Want a romantic get away..this is the place. Our stay was fantastic...great food, great accommodations, and great innkeepers. The food was simply prepared yet presented as if to royalty. The rooms warm and cozy. The innkeepers, charming, friendly, warm, and knowledgeable. We will definitely return when in the area.

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Great B&B

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Ken H
Swampscott, MA
9/30/2010

We felt right at home as soon as we walked in the door. Carole and Ken are excellent innkeepers. The house is a charming escape into old New England with all the comforts. Not to mention an oustanding breakfast. Great location for exploring this very pretty corner of New Hampshire.

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Perfect

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Peter Jackson
Center City, MN
8/11/2010

Great rates, rooms and candlelight breakfasts - thanks! :)

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Loved our stay

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Greg La Vardera
Merchantville, NJ
8/2/2010

The owners were warm and friendly, and very helpful with directions and advice on our plans for the day. The room was very comfortable, great light in the day, quiet at night. We did not make use of the parlors, but they were very attractive and felt like home. Breakfast was delicious - fresh baked items, eggs prepped as you please, waffles, fresh juices. Very personal and well done. Much to do in the area, parks, lakes, hiking, etc outdoors. Many great restaurants, including one just down the road that served us a great late dinner.

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A gem of a place

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Norma Horan
4/21/2010

I spent the night before Easter at Ashburn House so I could attend the sunrise service at the Cathedral of the Pines which is about 10 minutes from the inn. The host and hostess are lovely, welcoming people who made me feel right at home. They were chatty without being intrusive. The food was top-notch: freshly baked scones, baked pears,waffles served up with their home-produced maple syrup and topped off with piping hot delicious coffee. The rooms are charming, the bed was comfortable, what else could you want or need!?!

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    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Quaint, romantic, countryside B&B

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Emily Smith
1/31/2010

Everything you would expect and more from a quintessential New England inn - beautifully restored Colonial home, gracious innkeepers, delicious hearty breakfasts. Bedroom was nicely appointed with THE MOST comfortable bed I have ever slept in. Innkeepers spoiled us with warm, wood-burning fires in the common area, tea, and popcorn. Water pressure in attached shower a bit weak, but this may be unavoidable given the age of the house.

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Wonderful Spot

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Thirry Belisle
11/29/2009

With a charming atmosphere it is a wonderful place to stay. Carole and Ken are the best part of it. They make you feel welcome and help you plan activities. Their attention to the details is superb you feel like the guest of honor. Breakfast was always amazing, a special treat each day.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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What a wonderful treasure!

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Bruce & Kristi-Leigh Lyon
Estero, FL
11/21/2009

We were fortunate to have found this treasure for a week's stay this past July. Carole and Ken found us lovely accomodations without any notice and were most hospitable. From all the personal touches, to making dinner reservations for us, day trip recommendations, and the porch-side visits, they were wonderful. The breakfasts were amazing..the aromas that woke you in the morning were indescribeable...fresh blueberry pancakes, banana nut muffins, mmmmm the list goes on and on. We look forward to our next visit...wonderful home, people, and place to visit.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
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    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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One Hundred Fifteen

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Sondra & Patrick Butler
Irving, TX
10/23/2009

Ashburn House was number 115 of the B&Bs that we have visited in the US, Canada, and European countries. It is one of the very best, one that we will never forget. Carole makes guests feel like a special friend or family member from the moment of arrival, and continues her warm and special attention to detail throughout your visit. Breakfast is indescribably delicious with her special dishes. Evenings, a fire is in the fireplace and guests share a bottle of Port and more treats as they relax and chat with one another. Robes, wine, and oh so comfortable beds wait in the tastefully appointed rooms. We, and other guests wanted to stay forever and we all plan to return.

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    • 5 of 5 heartsLocation
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    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
    • 5 of 5 heartsCleanliness
    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Excellent Place

Ashburn House

5 of 5 hearts
Samyak Chakrabarty
9/14/2009

My experience at The Ashburn House was something that i will surely remember and look forward to reliving. Hailing all the way from India, Carole and Ken there made sure that we got everything we need to make this vacation perfect. The breakfast was ofcourse the highlight, I got to experience flavors like never before and the rooms were furnished for ultimate comfort. It was like a home away from home. The location is strategic because from here you could go all the way up the mountain, or walk up to pluck some blueberries or simply grab a chair and sit by a lake near by.

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    • 4 of 5 heartsLocation
    • 5 of 5 heartsComfort
    • 5 of 5 heartsCondition
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    • 5 of 5 heartsService
BOTTOM LINE: I would stay here again.
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Publicity and Press Reviews

The Keene Sentinel, Fitzwilliam Newsletter.