Description
Circa 1893. The Governor's House in Hyde Park is a centerpiece of the quiet Village of Hyde Park, Vermont, just nine miles from Stowe. This historic 1893 mansion offers modern comfort with the gracious elegance of an earlier time. Recently restored and decorated with period furnishings to reflect its Georgian and Victorian architecture this B&B boasts spectacular woodwork, a Vermont marble foyer and drinking fountain, mirrored mantelpieces and original gas lighting fixtures. Full English afternoon tea is served in the library or on the pillared portico with a mountain view. Guest bedrooms feature fireplaces and antique clawfoot tubs. Pleasing treats include Toll House cookies, Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream or hot chocolate at bedtime. Small private events, intimate weddings and the romantic elopement special are popular.
This property has been featured in 2007 Yankee Magazine Travel Guide to New England, Editor's Choice. Location: Mountains and Village in the mountains.
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Rooms & Rates |
Rates: $125 to $265 Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Visa, Personal Checks and Travelers Checks. Rooms: This property has 8 total guest accommodations, 6 with private bath, 5 with fireplaces, 1 with whirlpool, 1 two-bedroom suite. The types of beds available include Queen, Twin and Double.
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Policies |
Cancellation: Full refund, less $25 fee, with 15 days notice Pets: Innkeepers pets on premises. Smoking: Smoke Free Property.
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Services & Amenities |
Meals Included in Rates: Breakfast and Snacks/Refreshments. Types of meals: Full Breakfast, Full Gourmet Breakfast, Catered Breakfast, Country Breakfast, Vegetarian Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Picnic Lunches, Gourmet Lunches, Dinner, Gourmet Dinner, Afternoon Tea, Snacks/Refreshments, Room Service, Banquet Service, Catering Service and Hors d'oeuvres. Amenities In Room: Modem Hook-Up, Cable TV, Reading Lamps, CD Player, Ceiling Fans, Clock Radio, Telephone, Television, Data Ports, Turn-Down Service, Desk, VCR, Fireplace, DVD, Hair Dryer, Bathrobes, Bath Amenities, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, hot chocolate at bedtime, popcorn and Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Amenities On Site: Library, Parlor Games, Computers, Phone, Fireplace, Handicap Access, Gift Shop, DVD, Movie library, Tournament croquet, Full English afternoon tea and WiFi. Business Traveler Amenities: Desk, Television, Modem Connection, Internet Access, Wireless Internet Access, Iron/Ironing Board, Hair Dryer and Flexible Check in/out Times.
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Spa Services |
On-Site Spa Services: Massages.
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Discounts |
Special Discounts: Piece of Cake to Elope to Vermont: All-inclusive package includes weekend stay, ceremony, lots of extras & all the paperwork. $685 with just a few days notice.
Romantic Interlude Special: Flowers, fireplace, champagne, breakfast in bed. Two people. Two nights. $359.00. Please see details and other specials on Web site.
Jane Austen Weekends: Starting at $260 per person and including all meals and lots of activities. Please see Web site for dates and details.
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Activities |
Events Hosted: Reunions, Meetings, Weddings, Romantic Getaways, Jane Austen Weekends: Talks & Book discussions, Afternoon tea, Movies and Carriage ride. Other Activities: Antiquing, Art Galleries, Bicycling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Golf, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Live Theater, Museums, Shopping (Local Crafts), Skiing Cross Country, Skiing Downhill, Tennis, Water Sports, Wineries, Dogsledding, Snowshoeing, Sleigh & carriage rides and Glider rides/lessons.
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Historic Interest |
Built for Carroll Page in 1893 while he was governor of Vermont. Copy of 1759 Longfellow House in Cambridge, Mass. Restored and decorated in 2001 with period appropriate furnishings. Some appropriate historic memorabilia on display. Historic Awards: National Register (Applied), National Register (Granted) and City Historical Site (Granted).
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Romantic Interest |
 Bedrooms are very private with working fireplaces.
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Ratings |
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