The Middlebury Inn
Middlebury, Vermont
14 Court House Square, Middlebury, Vermont 05753
Original Property Opened in 1827
Historic Hotels of America member since 1991
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The Middlebury Inn has been in continuous operation as a hotel since 1827, arguably one of the longest of any hotel in the country. It opened as the Vermont Hotel, a brick ‘public house’ for Nathan Wood. The adjacent Porter Mansion, a stately brick home, was built in 1825 and named for the William Porter family. The mansion’s elegantly curved staircase, intricate moldings, and Victorian-style guest rooms complement the main building’s Federalist architecture, with columned ballroom and lobby, as well as varied meeting and sitting spaces. While providing quality service, warm hospitality, and modern amenities, the Middlebury Inn has carefully restored architecture and interior detailing to preserve its unique, historic charm and grace among Vermont inns.
Discover
- Enjoy the charming accommodations of this historic hotel, originally built in 1827. Situated right by Middlebury’s quaint downtown area, the hotel offers views of the Middlebury town green from the hotel’s front porch.
- Discover the ornate period design of The Middlebury Inn. This marvelous historic structure displays wonderful Federal-style architecture, and possesses many of its original features, such as its high ceilings, brass fixtures, and period moldings.
- Walk just steps from the hotel to historic downtown Middlebury to discover cultural attractions and a plethora of enticing shops and restaurants. Discover beautiful Otter Creek, which runs right through downtown Middlebury, with a trip to peaceful Riverfront Park.
Explore
- Stroll downtown to The Vermont Book Shop, a locally owned shop, to find great reads, jazz selections, and classical recordings. This bookstore, open since 1949, features the works of local artists and frequently hosts artist events and book discussions.
- Journey to Green Mountain National Forest for exceptional hiking, skiing, and recreation. Located south of the hotel, this vast mountainous green space offers a plethora of exciting ways to discover Vermont’s iconic mountains.
- Explore gorgeous Otter View Park, a 15-acre park containing a wildlife habitat, a wetland, and access to Otter Creek. Located just a short walk or drive from the hotel, this park offers views of downtown Middlebury and of Vermont’s rolling green hills and fall colors.
Experience
- Attend a concert or theater performance at Middlebury’s historic Town Hall Theater. With a rich history, the building opened in 1884 as the Middlebury Opera House and reopened in 1937 under its current name.
- Tour the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History to discover more about Vermont life and the social customs, business, and political life in the late 18th and 19th centuries. The museum features a permanent collection of 19th- and 20th-century Vermont household items and is named after Henry Sheldon, a devoted collector and preserver of photographs and written records.
- Stroll through the Middlebury College Museum of Art for an exploration of contemporary art and photography. In addition to its impressive collection, the museum regularly hosts films, workshops, and lectures.
Taste
- Savor a taste of delicious Vermont cuisine at the hotel restaurant, Morgan’s Tavern, for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea. The hotel has a firm commitment to using the freshest and most local ingredients and offers a different farm-to-table menu for each month.
- Indulge in extraordinary chocolate right in Vermont with a trip to Lake Champlain Chocolates in nearby Burlington. The factory offers free tours with plenty of decadent bites to try for an amazing chocolate experience.
- Try some of Vermont’s greatest craft beers with a trip to Otter Creek Brewing Co. As a part of the Middlebury Tasting Trail, a tour of some of Vermont’s finest breweries, Otter Creek has been offering a unique and quirky selection of beers to Middlebury since 1991.
Featured Offers
Book the Best Available Rate at this property on HistoricHotels.org and receive a complimentary one-year family membership (a $30 value) to the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Our Bed and Breakfast Package includes daily breakfast at Morgan’s Tavern for up to two people.
Up to 30% savings to honor the National Trust for Historic Preservation's Preservation Month.
