No. The inn cannot accommodate pets, though the inn's dog will happily be a surrogate companion during your stay.

Is there a minimum stay?

Yes. A minimum stay of two nights is required on most weekends, though exceptions can sometimes be made if you call the inn.

The Mad River Inn | Victorian B&B in Waitsfield, Vermont

Q: What are the check-in and check-out times?

Yes, check-in is any time after 3:00 p.m. (please call if you will arrive later than 9:00 p.m.), and check-out is by 11:00 a.m.

Q: Is breakfast included?

Yes. The inn offers 2 made-to-order breakfast options daily, along with fresh fruit, locally roasted organic coffee, an extensive assortment of teas, local cider or orange juice, and homemade treats in the afternoon.

Guest reviews

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9

Guest roomsEach with private bath, robes, slippers, and a Smart TV
sleeps up to 18 guests

1987

Welcoming guests since 1987In an 1860 farmhouse on the Mad River
4 seasons, every year

Stay with us

Nine rooms, each one its own.

Every room has antique furnishings with modern comforts: private bathroom, luxury linens, plush bathrobes and slippers, environmentally friendly bath products, AC, and a Smart TV preloaded with streaming. Rollaway beds are available on request in most rooms for a small extra charge.

Willoughby

First floor · King · Most accessible room

Large memory foam topped king bed with ensuite bath and walk-in shower
Wake to mountain views from bed, 43" Smart TV
Most accessible room; only 3 stairs at the entrance of the home

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Quechee

First floor · Queen · Detached bath

Memory foam topped queen bed, large private detached bath
Original acid etched window looking onto the neighboring farm field
Electric fireplace for cozy winters, 43" Smart TV

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Champlain

Second floor · King · Convertible

One-of-a-kind Rococo style metal headboard, luxury king hybrid mattress
Newly renovated ensuite bath with walk-in shower, electric fireplace
Converts to two twin XL beds; pairs with the Warren/Waitsfield Suite for groups of up to 6

This room requires stairs.

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Grafton

Second floor · Queen · Mountain views

Luxury hybrid latex queen bed with ensuite bath
Views of Bald Mountain and Mount Waitsfield, three windows of natural light
Electric fireplace, 43" Smart TV

This room requires stairs.

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Mansfield

Second floor · King · Farm views

King bed with luxury hybrid mattress, newly renovated ensuite bath with walk-in shower
Unobstructed mountain views and surrounding farmland, 43" Smart TV
Converts to two twin XL beds on request

This room requires stairs.

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Montpelier

Second floor · King · Largest room

The largest guest room in the house, quiet end-of-hall location
King size Stickley four post canopy bed with luxury hybrid mattress
Ensuite bath with traditional shower and tub combination, farm views, 43" Smart TV

This room requires stairs.

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Ascutney

Second floor · Queen · Quirkiest room

The smallest and quirkiest room: memory foam topped queen bed with solid cherry Stickley Harvey Ellis frame
Private detached bathroom with full size tub; original 1860 structural details
32" Smart TV. Note: too small for a rollaway bed

This room requires stairs.

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Warren/Waitsfield Suite

Two bedrooms · Two queens · Separate entrance

Two bedrooms, each with memory foam topped queen beds; ensuite bath in the Waitsfield room
Private rooms with a separate entrance from the back deck, ideal for families and groups
40" Smart TV; add a rollaway in the Waitsfield room, or add Champlain for a 3 bedroom setup sleeping up to 6

This suite requires the use of a steep staircase.

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Breakfast & amenities

Two made-to-order breakfasts, every single day.

2 made-to-order breakfast options daily, plus fresh fruit
Locally roasted organic coffee, an extensive tea selection, local cider or orange juice
Homemade treats served in the afternoon
Large game room for rainy days; complimentary snacks and sodas
In-house bar: local craft beers and global wines by the glass and bottle
Fireplaces in winter, outdoor fire pit on cool summer nights, outdoor hot tub
1 mile maintained walking path along the river

Made-to-order breakfast served on the deck

Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Long table in the Mad River Inn dining room

Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Photo: Mad River Inn official site

The inn

A farmhouse that has welcomed travelers for generations.

The original farmhouse was built in 1860 as part of a working farm known for soldier beans, a New England specialty crop. The home has accepted guests from far off places since at least 1960, first opening as a hostel during the winter ski months, and was carefully transformed into a four seasons bed and breakfast in 1987. It has operated as such ever since, keeping the character the Jones family built into it in the 19th century.

Today the inn pairs that history with modern comfort: free high speed WiFi throughout, Smart TVs preloaded with streaming, and thoughtful touches like plush robes and slippers in every room.

Local guide

The Mad River Valley, in every season.

The inn sits between two legendary ski mountains in one of Vermont's prettiest valleys. Here is how guests spend their days, winter through fall.

Ski two icons

Sugarbush: 111 trails across 2,000 acres, one of New England's premier resorts. Mad River Glen: ride the last single chair lift in the country, skiers only, a short drive away.

Winter · paid lift tickets

Summer in the valley

Tube the Mad River, stroll the Mad River Path, hike the Long Trail, or ride gravel and mountain bike trails. Try a trail ride on Icelandic horses, or cast a fly rod.

Spring / Summer · mixed free & paid

The inn surrounded by green summer foliage

Fall foliage

Cruise rolling hills in orange, rust, amber, and red. Foliage season is the inn's busiest time and peak rates apply September 20 to October 19, so book early.

Fall · free to admire

Eating nearby

Waitsfield village, minutes away, has farm-to-table restaurants, pubs, and pizza spots the valley is known for, including American Flatbread, Mad Taco, and the 1824 House. Ask the inn for current favorites when you arrive. The Sugarbush golf club's 18 hole course is nearby; reserve tee times in advance.

Good to know before you go

No pets, please. The inn's own dog will happily keep you company instead.
Cancellation needs 15 days notice; no-shows and same-day cancellations are charged the full stay.
Rates exclude 9% state tax and a 4% fee; weekend stays usually require two nights.
No outside alcohol: the inn's bar serves beer and wine since 2022.
Shoes come off at the door to protect 100+ year old wood floors; slippers are provided in every room.

Staying safe

Winter roads in the valley are serious: carry proper tires and allow extra time after snow.
River swimming holes and Warren Falls are beautiful but currents change; never swim alone.
The Warren/Waitsfield Suite uses a steep staircase, worth knowing if stairs are a concern.

Getting here

The inn is at 243 Tremblay Rd, Waitsfield, VT 05673, in the Mad River Valley between Route 100 and the ski mountains. Burlington International Airport is about an hour's drive. Check-in is after 3:00 p.m.; call ahead if you will arrive later than 9:00 p.m.

Gallery

Around the inn.

The Mad River Inn farmhouse exterior — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Dining room long table — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Made-to-order breakfast — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Montpelier Room canopy bed — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Champlain Room — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Horseback riding in the valley — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Chair lift at the ski mountain — Photo: Mad River Inn official site

Good to know

Policies, plainly stated.

What are the room rates?

Current rates are shown on our booking page. Rates vary by season, and peak rates apply during Fall Foliage (September 20 to October 19), Christmas and New Year week, Presidents Day weekend, the 4th of July, Labor Day, and Indigenous Peoples Day. All rates exclude 9% state tax and a 4% fee, and are subject to change without notice.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is any time after 3:00 p.m. Please call if your arrival will be later than 9:00 p.m. Check-out is by 11:00 a.m.

What is the cancellation policy?

At least 15 days notice is required to change or cancel a reservation. If the inn is notified before the 15 days, a full refund is issued minus a $25 processing fee. No-shows, early departures, and same-day cancellations are charged the full amount of the stay. Cancellations after the required date are charged whatever portion of the stay the inn cannot re-book.

Are children welcome? What about extra beds?

Well-behaved children are welcome. Children 3 and under stay free; a rollaway setup is $35 in most rooms (the Ascutney room is too small for one). A minimum stay of two nights is required on most weekends; call the inn, as exceptions can sometimes be made.

Are pets allowed? Can I smoke?

Pets cannot be accommodated, but the inn's dog will happily be your surrogate companion. Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the inn; there is an outdoor smoking station.

Is breakfast included? What else is on site?

Yes: 2 made-to-order breakfast options daily, with fresh fruit, locally roasted organic coffee, teas, local cider or orange juice, plus homemade afternoon treats. The inn also has a game room, complimentary snacks and sodas, an in-house bar (beer and wine; outside alcohol is not allowed), fireplaces, an outdoor fire pit, an outdoor hot tub, and a 1 mile river walking path. Free high speed WiFi throughout; every room has a Smart TV with streaming.

How do I pay?

The inn accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, checks, and cash. For anything not covered here, please call or email to confirm.

Book direct

Talk to the inn, not a booking site.

Reserve online through the inn's own booking engine, or call and email the inn directly. No middlemen.

Call the inn

(802) 496-7900

Call ahead if arriving later than 9:00 p.m.

Email the inn

madriverinnvt@gmail.com

For special requests and group configurations.

Prefer to book online?

Use the inn's own booking engine to check availability and current rates.

Book on the inn's site