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We’re TripSavvy’s Best-of-the-Best for Travel

We’re truly honored

2020 has been a difficult year for travel. Despite the restrictions, we’ve worked hard to adapt to this new normal and to prepare for our guest’s next relaxing, peaceful, healthy, AND safe visit. To our surprise, our efforts were noticed by TripSavvy and we were awarded meaningful recognition.

We’re honored to be named by Trip Savvy a 2020 Travel Community Leader winner.

Please read more about this award and the amazing collection of Trip Savvy recognized small businesses persevering during this unprecedented time. Interested in staying at Stone Hill Inn? Check out our safety protocols.

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TripSavvy Community Leader Award: Stone Hill Inn

Trip Savvy Community Leaders 2020 Travel Awards


Thoughts from the TripSavvy Editors


“This year, we’ve decided to honor American establishments that genuinely make America great. You might find that many of our winners are in your own backyard. Take the time to discover them alongside us—and root for them today, tomorrow, and into the future.”

– Molly Fergus, VP & General Manager, and Laura Ratliff, Editorial Director, TripSavvy.


2020 Editors’ Choice Award: Stone Hill Inn

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We look forward to hosting you. Your Romantic Getaway in Vermont awaits!

There’s a reason Yankee Magazine, TripAdvisor, and TripSavvy have recently recognized our Vermont Bed and Breakfast with prestigious awards! Book your stay to find out for yourself. We know you won’t be disappointed! Call us to book your Vermont Romantic getaway today (802) 253-6282 or book online.

Ranked in Top 25 B&B’s in the U.S.

We’ve got news!!!

Tripadvisor named Stone Hill Inn a “Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Winner” — Tripadvisor’s highest honor!

This means we’re in the top 1% of hotels worldwide in the category: U.S. Best Inns / B&Bs!

TripAdvisor ranks Stone Hill Inn in the TOP 25 B&B’s in the ENTIRE United States!!!

 

We’re thrilled to be included in this line-up with such amazing properties. Thank you. This is such an honor!!!

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Incredible Romantic Getaway in Vermont for Couples

Stone Hill Inn is thrilled to be included in New England with Love’s roundup of the SEVEN INCREDIBLY ROMANTIC GETAWAYS IN VERMONT FOR COUPLES.

Read more about what author and site founder Amy Hartle has to say about Romantic Getaways in Vermont!
 
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Look no further.The Stone Hill Inn will not disappoint!

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Stone Hill Inn: Romantic Getaway for Vermonters

We love our guests! Here’s what a few recent guests shared on TripAdvisor about our Romantic Vermont Inn.
 
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“Best Romantic Getaway in Vermont”

My partner and I finally found our ideal romantic getaway in the Stone Hill Inn. The quiet inn caters to couples only and each of the rooms has a fireplace and Jacuzzi tub. As Vermonters, our idea of escaping to an inn means hiding out from life at an inn where we can just be together. We had an in-room double massage and even ordered take-out. There was ample space in the room for us to use WiFi to do yoga and meditate and we loved being able to walk/snowshoe right from our room door. Private seating at breakfast kept our experience intimate and we took advantage of the large living room to watch movies from the huge library and had the space all to ourselves. Kristie and Todd were helpful and attentive when needed, but not hovering as can be the case at some establishments. So many inns or resorts only have the top-priced rooms with both a Jacuzzi and fireplace, while the Stone Hill Inn’s nine rooms all include these features, and for a better price than other comparable rooms in the area.
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“Fabulous Romantic Getaway”

My second visit and it was everything I remembered and more. The grounds are serene, rooms are spacious and cozy, and breakfasts were delectable. Wonderful central location and Todd and Kristie were the ideal hosts. We cannot wait to return again!
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Vermont Resident Special for Romantic In-State Getaway

The Stone Hill Inn offers a Vermont Resident Special most months of the year. Check out the details. Proof of Residency is required.
 

We look forward to hosting you. Your Romantic Getaway in Vermont awaits you.

There’s a reason Yankee Magazine voted us “Best Romantic Getaway in New England.” Book your stay and find out for yourself. We know you won’t be disappointed! Call us to book your Vermont Romantic getaway today (802) 253-6282 or book online.

Coronavirus Updates – Vermont is Open for Travel

Welcome Back. We’ve missed you!

When you’re ready to visit, we’re looking forward to welcoming you back to the Stone Hill Inn!

TRAVEL POLICY UPDATE: 03/02/22

At Stone Hill Inn, we are no longer requiring guests to wear a mask in common areas Travelers visiting Vermont no longer require testing or quarantine. If you are fully vaccinated, be sure to carry your COVID-19 vaccine card with you and be prepared to show it when asked. In Vermont, masks are required in public spaces for people who are not vaccinated.

Find the full travel guidance for Vermont and visitors at the Health Department website.

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We’re the Ideal Social Distancing Getaway

We’ve always thought our 9 acres were the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the busy city and suburban life. Now we know it is. Our 9 guest rooms are spread across the property in a way that makes social distancing easy and natural. Your visit to Stone Hill Inn will feel safe and secure. And because we are private property, we can easily manage the flow of guests and other visitors to protect your privacy and health.

General Protocols

We’ve been hard at work adapting to this new normal and preparing for your next relaxing, peaceful, healthy, AND safe visit. (We’ve even been recognized by Trip Savvy for our efforts.)

We are following the latest guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the Vermont Department of Public Health.
We look forward to welcoming you back (or for the first time). While your overall experience will be as delightful as usual, there are some changes you should expect, including:

  • Guest room management that allows maximum time between guest stays.
  • A modified arrivals process that follows social distancing guidelines, or contactless arrival and departure. Upon check-in, we will no longer give a tour of the building, but rather tell our guests about our property’s spaces and amenities.
  • Hand sanitizer stations throughout the property.
  • Temporary suspension of late checkouts and early arrivals.

Our Commitment to You

We are taking the following steps to optimize safety:

  • We are wearing masks at all times and following recommended social distancing practices faithfully, including no-contact behaviors with guests (sadly, no more hugs or handshakes).
  • Sanitizing surfaces rigorously and continuously.
  • Frequently washing hands and using hand sanitizer between washings.
  • Maximizing natural ventilation in all spaces when practical.

Our Housekeeping Protocols

We have always prided ourselves on maintaining a pristine environment for your enjoyment.

We are so fortunate to have Tony, who is one of very few Registered Executive Housekeepers in the United States, leading the way in our cleaning. This year, Tony has taken additional courses including GBAC’s Online Fundamentals Training Course emphasized on SARS-CoV-2/COVID 19, a Master Certificate in Business Management and VOSHA’s training for methods of protection from COVID-19 virus in the workplace; Tony is also a Registered Environmental Services Executive (requires 30 hours of continuing education every 2 years).

At Stone Hill Inn, we’re doubling down by:

  • Providing spray bottles of hand sanitizer in all common areas of the Inn and we will wipe down all common areas 3 times a day with EPA approved product.
  • Wearing masks at all times, even while cleaning.
  • Enhanced cleaning protocols in all common spaces and continual cleanings of high-touch surfaces throughout the day.
  • We have suspended evening turn-down services.
  • Daily in-room housekeeper will only enter your room if you request them to do so for towels and amenities.

Breakfast Protocols

We have taken important steps to keep you safe while dining, including:

  • Establishing strict table and chair cleaning protocols between guests’ seating.
  • Breakfast will have 4 seating options. This will ensure that there are no more than 5 couples in the dining room at one time. Times will be 8am, 8:30am, 9am, 9:30am. At check-in, guests will indicate their breakfast dining choice for each day of their stay.

Activity Protocols

While we aim to make your visit as close to normal as possible, we have had to make some changes to guest activities.

Umiak and other companies are running most tours with minimal adjustments. The city of Stowe is evaluating canceling some festivals, however, it will continue to hold the beloved Sunday Farmers Market as well as keep open all Stowe Land Trust trails. Our world-class breweries are open and we encourage individual and couple activities like walking, hiking, biking, kayaking, fly fishing and golfing.

We will encourage social distancing in all common areas of the Inn, however, the Inn is large and allows for more than 1 couple to enjoy common areas safely at the same time.

What We Ask of You

If during your stay, you fall ill, we request that you seek immediate medical attention and notify us. We ask that you wear a mask whenever you enter public buildings on the property, for your safety and that of our team.

If before your visit you are not feeling well and show any symptoms of Covid-19 (fever, dry cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell), please stay home and stay safe. We will happily re-book your stay.

Guests staying with us are required to fill out a Certificate of Compliance by the State of Vermont in compliance with the “Be Smart, Stay Safe Executive Order” Stone Hill Inn will provide the form after a reservation is made.

If you need to change your reservation, we are more than happy to move you to a different date (up to 2-years out)! We will also upgrade the reservation at no charge, when available. We understand these are unprecedented times and we will remain flexible and willing to help as best we can. Please review our Cancellation Policy.

Thank you. We look forward to your visit.

As a local small business, we are so thankful for any and all support our guests continue to give us! If you would like to stay with us, but are unsure of a future date, please consider purchasing a gift certificate to use at a later time.

As our current situation changes, we will keep you abreast of any changes here at the Inn. In the meantime, we would love to hear from you! Please show your love on any of our social media platforms. We offer our sincere wishes for the safety and health of you and yours.

Sincerely,
Todd and Kristie Roling
Owners, Stone Hill Inn

 

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“Great Job Ensuring Safety”

Amazing Weekend. We love the Stone Hill Inn. This was our third stay at the inn, and everything was perfect. Todd and Kristie have done such a great job ensuring the safety of their guest while allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the inn and grounds. Our room was immaculate, hand sanitizer is available throughout the inn, and there is enough open space to enjoy the property and still keep your distance from other guests. It was lovely to be able to have an evening cocktail overlooking the waterfall after a long day of outdoor activity. We will certainly be back soon.
Lori J, New Hampshire

“First hotel stay since COVID hit. I felt very safe”

The only complaint – wish we stayed longer! Hope to be back. What a beautiful place. Very clean (this was our first hotel stay since COVID hit and I felt very safe). Every small detail is thought of. Really comfortable beds. (Gas) fireplace (so cozy!). Jacuzzi. Delicious fresh breakfast. Very warm and personal welcome by the owners. Beautiful grounds. Everything was impeccable and we really enjoyed our stay.
TripAdvisor Guest from New York City, NY

 

“We were immediately put at ease”

Back for our 3rd annual stay with Todd, Kristie and Tony. We were a little nervous this year with Covid but we were immediately put at ease. Everyone wore masks and kept 6 feet (or more) distance when possible. There was hand sanitizer at every turn. Their breakfast is still to die for and their hospitality is unmatched. Can’t wait to go back next year!
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“Private Socially Distanced Meal”

Great getaway, such a great place. The owners are welcoming. The room was gorgeous. They even planned breakfast so we all had a private socially distanced meal. The grounds are well kept and the waterfall is beautiful. We felt so at home and everything was perfect.
TripAdvisor Guest from Rhode Island

 

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Top Adult-Only Inns in New England

New England Inns and ResortsStone Hill Inn is thrilled to be highlighted as a “Top Adult-Only Inn in New England” by New England Inns and Resorts.

Our spectacular New England region offers everything from romantic strolls on the beach to fall foliage hikes to après-ski wine tastings following a fun day playing in the snow. In this article, six perfect vacation ideas for your next romantic retreat are listed and Stone Hill Inn is one of them!

Stone Hill Inn Top Inn for Adults

 

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The Stone Hill Inn is consistently ranked as one of the most romantic destinations in New England, most recently earning top-10 recognition from lists released by both Trip Advisor and the Travel Channel, because of our wonderful guests! We are so appreciative of our guests’ feedback and reviews!

“Hallmark Experience”

My husband booked this trip to celebrate my 60th birthday! It could not have been more perfect. We went the first week in December and I truly had my “Hallmark” experience. The snow was gorgeous, the inn was warmly inviting and absolutely gorgeous! Todd and Kristie are perfect hosts making sure that we had anything and everything we needed. The breakfasts were phenomenal and our room was perfect right down to the pillows and mattress. We will definitely stay here for years to come!
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“Green Mountain Views All Around”

I know we will return again soon. The Inn rests on top of a hill with Green Mountain views all around. The owners and staff are outstanding; they define the true meaning of customer service. The breakfast were wonderful. The room was warm and comfortable.
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Adult Only Luxury You Don’t Want to Miss!

Call us to book your romantic getaway today (802) 253-6282 or book online. Romance is always in season!

Best B&B for Chocoholics

Please note: During COVID this activity became unavailable, and is still unavailable.

At Stone Hill Inn we offer a variety of unique romantic activities including a chocoholics delight—our local, hands-on chocolate making experience at Laughing Moon Chocolates. During these workshops, guests try their hand at dipping Laughing Moon’s handmade centers such as Buttercreams, Truffles and Caramels, or dipping their favorite fruit, cookies, or pretzels. The possibilities are endless..bark and clusters to lollipops.

Romantic Chocolate Dipping Experience

Chocolate and Romance – The Perfect Pairing.

The personalized chocolate making workshops at Laughing Moon Chocolates are one of our guests’ favorite activities, and our honeymooners especially enjoy it as part of the Honeymoon Package. Did we mention that guests get to take home what they make, too?!?!

“All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.”
― Charles M. Schulz

Order Laughing Moon Chocolates

Guests can also order these delicious local chocolates online while booking lodging. We’ll have them waiting in your guest rooms upon arrival. These local delights are also featured in our Romance Packages.

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Photo Credit: Laughing Moon Chocolates
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“Perfect Romantic Spot”

We booked the romance/honeymoon package and had a great time at the chocolate making class and dinner at Michael’s on the Hill. Would wholeheartedly recommend this beautiful Inn to anyone looking for a getaway around the Stowe area.
JMarsh0812, Boston, Massachusetts

“All in all, I couldn’t recommend this place enough!”

My husband and I booked the Stone Hill Inn for our honeymoon. After staying there for four nights, I can honestly say that we picked an amazing location! Todd and Kristie are simply the best–very helpful and they clearly care about their guests’ experience. We booked the honeymoon package and had a great time at the chocolate making class provided by Laughing Moon Chocolates and dinner at Michael’s on the Hill. The couples’ massage and rose petal turn down were great features as well!
Colleen T

 

Romantic Vermont Getaway

Stowe, Vermont is conveniently located for a quick city escape, or a longer romantic getaway. Our local airport is a 40-minute drive and Stowe is a short 3.5 hour drive from Boston and a 5.5 hour drive from New York City. Stowe is known for:

  • World class skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Mansfield (9-minute drive from the Inn)
  • Leaf Peeping — TripAdvisor names Stowe as #1 Leaf Viewing Destination in US!
  • Great Food — Named one of the “World’s 10 Best Ski Towns for Foodies” by Fodors Travel

 

Chocoholics Delight – Couples Chocolate Dipping Experience in Stowe

Chocolate Making VermontThe Stone Hill Inn is an award-winning, adult-only luxury property in Stowe, Vermont focused on providing guests “Unexpected opportunities to celebrate life…together.” Like the smell of freshly made chocolate? Think you could stand to dip your hands in warm chocolate for an hour? How about a hands-on-workshop at Laughing Moon Chocolates where you both prepare and dip your own chocolates? Tasty! Perhaps caramels, buttercreams, truffles, turtles, or clusters? Yum! When it’s over, if you’re still standing, you each walk away with about a pound of handmade Stowe chocolate. Cost is $145 per couple. Book during online checkout or call the Inn at (802) 253-6282.

Must schedule ahead. Cancellations require a 48 hour notice.  

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People Love Us on Yelp Award

Thank you! We’re honored to be recognized with 2018’s “People Love Us on Yelp” Award. Here are some of our favorites!!! We’re so grateful that our amazing guests take the time to leave such nice reviews!! Read more on Yelp.

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Come for the Mountain; Stay in Romantic Luxury at Stone Hill Inn

March 14, 2018

Looking for Stowe Mountain Lodging?

Stone Hill Inn is a couples-only Stowe lodging option for your spring Vermont skiing getaway. Located nine minutes from skiing and six minutes from downtown Stowe, we’re the perfect retreat to get-away and relax after exciting days out in the snow.

AMAZING STAY IN STOWE! The Inn is welcoming, warm and beautiful, the breakfasts were amazing, the location is perfect. We will most certainly return to this little slice of heaven!!! TripAdvisor Review March 2018


 

Breakfast in a Snow Globe


Breakfast is obviously a favorite at Stone Hill Inn.
Guests comment that eating breakfast with fresh falling snow is like eating in a snow globe. We agree!

 

Our dining room features 14′ ceilings, 40 windows and individual tables for each guest room. Fresh fruit, home baked breads, muffins, and coffee cakes, gluten free options, homemade granola and yogurt. That’s just the start. The eggs are always fresh; the syrup (Grade A: Med Amber) is always warmed. Sunshine, snow, coffee and delicious breakfast aromas announce the beginning of the day.

**Don’t let diet restrictions keep you from enjoying time away and our lovely Stowe bed and breakfast. We’re happy to make your stay perfect in every way we can. With advanced notice, we are able to prepare AIP friendly meals, as well as meet restrictions for Paleo, Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian, and Pescatarian diets.

Perfect Winter Getaway! The inn is a quiet and peaceful place to stay, unlike the huge resorts, yet still right in the heart of Stowe. Fantastic gourmet breakfasts, freshly baked cookies everyday, local recommendations, and excellent conversation. We look forward to returning! TripAdvisor Review April 2018


Stowe is one of the WORLD’S Best Ski Towns for Foodies


Fodor’s Travel named Stowe, Vermont #2 in a round-up of the World’s Top 10 Ski Towns for Foodies. You’ll have to go to France, to do better! Yum!!!

Check out our favorite Top Restaurants in Stowe.


Stowe is now EPIC (EPIC Season Pass)

Stowe has always been a mecca for winter sports and this year, it got even better! Stowe Mountain - Epic PassStowe Mountain became part of the EPIC Pass. With the purchase of an EPIC SEASON PASS, you receive unlimited access in Colorado: Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin; Utah: Park City; California: Heavenly, Northstar, Kirkwood; Canada: Whistler Blackcomb; Vermont: Stowe; Illinois: Wilmot; Minnesota: Afton Alps; Michigan: Mt. Brighton and for the 2019 ski season:Perisher in Australia.

Incredible Experience! Stayed at the Stowe Mountain Resort for two nights and Stonehill Inn for two. Stonehill Inn exceeded all expectations and is a far better option than the ski resort. The guest rooms were impeccable and well designed while the service and amenities were exceptional. Conveniently located with easy access to skiing and hiking and the best breakfast you will ever experience. Kristie and Todd go all out to ensure your stay is a memorable one. I will not stay anywhere else in Stowe and can’t wait to come back! TripAdvisor Review April 2018

 


Spring Skiing at Mt. Mansfield & Spruce Peak

Annual 80s Weekend, Stowe Mountain Lodging

Photo Credit: Stowe Mountain Resort

Spring skiing conditions in Stowe are often unmatched. Case in point, just this week we received 12 inches of fresh powder!

Enjoy end of season mountain events like the Annual 80’s Retro Weekend (Saturday, March 24, 2018). Dress in your best 80’s gear and hit the slopes for a fun-filled retro weekend.

Lovely Inn. Get away weekend to ski and found Stone Hill Inn from great reviews they received. We were looking for quaint bed and breakfast and found the perfect place.TripAdvisor Review March 2018


 

Stowe Mountain Lodging, Award-Winning B&B

Stone Hill Inn is the perfect Stowe mountain lodging choice for hitting the mountain and then retreating to quiet, luxury. There’s a reason Yankee Magazine voted us “Best Romantic Getaway in New England.” Book your Spring stay today and find out for yourself. We know you won’t be disappointed!

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We look forward to hosting you at the Stone Hill Inn.

Call us to book your romantic getaway today (802) 253-6282 or book online. Romance is always in season!

Stone Hill Inn is Yankee Magazine’s ‘Best of New England’ for Romantic Getaway

May 24, 2017, 9:05 am.

STOWE, Vt.(BusinessWire)—Yankee Magazine’s “Best of New England” travel guide has named Stone Hill Inn the 2017 Editors’ Choice for Romantic Getaway, noting, “Luxury is the hallmark of this couples-only retreat nestled on nearly 10 acres in the heart of Stowe.”

Kristie Roling, who took ownership of the B&B with her husband, Todd, last December, said, “We fell in love with the romanticism of the gardens, the rooms and the seclusion, and love to share it with other couples, who often come to celebrate a special milestone in their lives.”

“Nearly half our guests come to celebrate an event–a proposal, an engagement, a wedding, an elopement, a honeymoon, an anniversary or a birthday,” agreed Todd Roling, who added, “But Stone Hill Inn is the perfect spot for couples to just spend time together recharging and reconnecting in a romantic escape from their hectic daily lives.”


To encourage more couples to do this, the inn has created a special add-on room package for stays of at least two nights. It includes:

$120 certificate toward dinner for two at chef-owned, from-farm-to-table Michael’s on the Hill;
A dozen long-stemmed roses;
Chocolate (local) truffles;
Candle-lit, silk-rose-petal turndown service; and
Late checkout (additional 90 minutes).
For details on rooms: https://www.stonehillinn.com/stowe-bed-and-breakfast.html

To enter a sweepstakes to win a two-night stay valued at up to $1,200: https://www.stonehillinn.com/romantic-getaway-giveaway (enter by June 15, 2017).


About Stone Hill Inn

Stone Hill Inn features nine guest rooms with king beds, fireplaces and Jacuzzis for two. Couples enjoy three-course breakfasts and mimosas, seated at private tables in the sunlit dining room, and can retreat to their rooms for massages. The inn is: a year-round destination for such outdoor activities as ballooning, kayaking, ziplining and hiking; in the No. 1 spot in the country for fall foliage (per TripAdvisor readers); and a short drive to winter skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Mansfield. A member of TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame and a recipient of its Certificate of Excellence for six consecutive years, the inn accommodates guests with AIP, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and gluten-free dietary needs.

Best Romantic Getaway in New England – Stone Hill Inn – Yankee Magazine Editors’ Choice 2017 from Todd Roling on Vimeo.