Chester Vermont Bed and Breakfast Inn Lodging Accommodations Williams River House

Chester Vermont Inn The Williams River House

A Vermont guesthouse and country estate of exceptional
quality, dedicated to good times and fine living

Vermont Bed & Breakfast Inn

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The Williams River House Bed & Breakfast in Chester, VT has established itself as one of the most beautiful and charming country inns in the state of Vermont. Built in 1780, this historic guesthouse is set on 46 secluded and private acres conveniently located in southern/central Vermont. This classic gentleman's farm provides an ideal setting for a perfect New England Getaway. There are 18th century style gardens and lush expansive grounds with rolling green pastures, shaded woodlands and moss covered field stone walls. You'll find rushing rivers, babbling brooks and lovely mountain views, there's an old train trestle and even a vintage touring train that runs through the property, all of which are a tribute to the rural and rustic Vermont of yesteryear.

"The Williams River House is a very special B & B, offering many extra little luxuries you will not find at most B & Bs, it ranks as a resort in our eyes!" From the publication: Tastes of New England,
April 2005

The proud owners and gracious hosts of the Williams River House, Geof Brown and Mark Martins have created a truly warm and friendly atmosphere that rings true with sincerity and heartfelt generosity. Their dream and vision is to make their inn a destination for all visitors to relax and share good times and experience fine living. A place to return to again and again…

The entire home is tastefully decorated with period furniture, oriental carpets, beautiful art work, antique photographs and fascinating collections. Each of the three guest suites has a full private bath and comfortable sitting areas. Canopied beds, feather comforters, decorative fireplaces, plush robes and an outdoor hot tub are just a few of the many amenities this fine bed and breakfast has to offer.

The Grand Keeping Room at the Williams River House B&B

During cold Vermont winter months you'll discover a working greenhouse with exotic plants and wood burning stove. This oasis of lush greenery and tropical warmth has beautiful teak lounge chairs to lie in and soak up the sun.

A festive and fun private tavern is yours to enjoy. Pull up a stool at the bar or sit at one of the café tables and enjoy a game of cards. There is a television with satellite service for sporting events, your favorite TV programs and movies. It's a perfect place for socializing and relaxing.

This special and unique guesthouse offers all inclusive weekend packages including entire inn rentals. Groups are always welcome! Williams River House offers romantic weekend getaway packages all year long including their new elopement weekend packages and civil union weekend packages.

Spring and summer are perfect times to visit the Williams River House. Nightly bonfires blaze in the Fire Circle and stargazing is at its best! The Fire Circle is a fieldstone walled terrace with a large central fire pit surrounded by comfortable Adirondack chairs, rustic wooden benches and a splashing waterfall spilling into a lovely miniature goldfish pool and water garden. Music is enjoyed throughout the property via an expansive outdoor sound system. On any given summer evening there is fire, water, starlight and song, a simply magical combination for you to experience!

The grand open porch is filled with large lazy rockers and overstuffed wicker furniture just waiting for you and your favorite book. Picture yourself on a balmy summer's day rocking gently in the antique glider overlooking the lush green meadows and flower gardens and listening to the calming splash of the nearby fountain. Add a large frosty glass of lemonade or iced tea and you have the perfect afternoon. The Williams River House will give you a summer vacation in Vermont you'll long remember.

Vermont is host to many special events, festivals, concerts and theatre productions during the summer. There's always something fun and exciting to experience in Vermont and the Williams River House in Chester is centrally located to it all! The Weston Playhouse, Vermont's oldest professional theatre company in Vermont hosts live performances, plays and musicals and is only minutes away! The nearby town of Bellows Falls hosts many of Southern Vermont's summer events including a 4 day concert event in June, the ever popular Roots on the River " The seventh annual Fred Eaglesmith concert”.

Love sports?
There is boating, canoeing, kayaking and swimming on the Connecticut River. Enjoy hiking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, and golfing all available in the Okemo Valley area! Unique summer sports and activities include horseback riding in Woodstock, Orvis fly fishing in Manchester and hot air ballooning in Quechee. During winter months you'll find downhill and cross country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling.

Love to explore?
The historic towns of Woodstock, Grafton, Walpole, Weston, Brattleboro and Manchester are just a few of the most beautiful and scenic places that are just a short drive away.

Love to shop?
The famous Vermont Country Store is just 4 miles away! The town of Manchester with all of its incredible outlets such as the Gap, Bose, Anichini, Crabtree & Evelyn, J. Crew and Polo just to name a few is 30 minutes away. You Look Fabulous Dahling!

Love to Antique?
The Stone House Antique Center with over 80 dealers is great for fun antiquing is just down the street! There are all kinds of auctions, antique shows and fun eclectic flea markets to be found almost every weekend in Southern Vermont. The Brimfield Antique Show, put on three times a year, is one of the largest antique shows in the U.S and one of our favorite annual field trips! Make reservations and come with us!

Planning a Wedding, Vermont Civil Union, Special Event or Celebration?

The Williams River House and Farm hosts events up to 200 guests and specializes in relaxed country affairs.

The grand Colonial brick home with its countryside location offers an exceptional site of natural beauty and privacy. Events are tented affairs held on the grounds where guests can experience firsthand the flower gardens and beautiful rural vistas.

The Williams River House and Farm hosts outdoor events up to 200 guests during spring, summer and fall.

Winter events hosted indoors
are limited to 30 guests.
(Buffet style event only)

"Of course we fully expected our innkeepers to be gracious, attentive and charming - what we didn't expect, but did receive, was the peace and kindness of the place itself and the immediate warmth and welcome we received. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us and giving us an unforgettable weekend in Chester, Vermont."
Ziggy & Ron
Salem, MA

The spring and summer seasons bring the green mountain state to life with freshness and full floral brilliance while the autumn offers the stunning backdrop of mountains and multicolored magnificence. Winter is a wonderland of frosty white outdoors while inside you and your guests will enjoy the warm glow and romance of a crackling fire and fine food.

The hosts will provide complete Wedding and Vermont Civil Union planning including: on-site rehearsal dinners, receptions, brunches, honeymoons, elopements, lodging and accommodations. The Williams River House offers all inclusive wedding packages, all inclusive Vermont civil union packages and all inclusive elopement packages.

The Williams River House welcomes the gay and lesbian
community to our inn and to the state of Vermont.

Vermonts First Green Lodging Association

Please email us at:
Relax@WilliamsRiverHouse.com
397 Peck Road • Chester, Vermont 05143
802-875-1790