Rowell's Inn Bed and Breakfast - Andover, Vermont - VT - near Chester and Okemo Valley

 
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History of Rowell's Inn

Stagecoach Arrival at Rowell's Inn

Turn of the century commuters used coaches like this to travel from village to village. This group was coming from Chester and stopped at the inn, possibly on their way to Londonderry or Manchester. 

 

 

In the past, guests could take a carriage ride down one of many country roads. Today Rowell's Inn guests walk & cycle these same roads in summer & fall to enjoy the country. side and view 

F A Rowell's with granddaughters

FA and Abby Rowell In 1910 F.A. & "Nana" Abby Rowell purchased the inn and changed it's name from the Peabody Hotel to Rowell's Inn. The inn was noted for it's hospitality and it's chicken & trout dinners
The inn in the early 30's; The ivy gate lead down to a fork of the Williams River, where guests could fish for trout, wade, or just sit in a rocking chair on the porch and listen to the river and watch the fireflies light up the night

Rowell's Inn in the 1900's

Rt 11 to Rowell's Inn

Guests have been coming to the inn along Route 11, "Simonsville Road", for over 180 years by wagon, carriage, and automobile. The trip is quicker now but the Vermont hospitality is still the same. A warm fire, a good meal, and the chance to explore the countryside still awaits the discerning traveler at Rowell's Inn.
Maple Syrup making has changed some since this picture was taken but can still be viewed and enjoyed at nearby farms in March & April. There are many covered bridges close by to see and photograph. Although pets are not accommodated at the inn some of the local ones still like to hang around, just like the group pictured to the left. The innkeeper hopes you have enjoyed this brief history of the inn and looks forward to answering any questions you have. See you soon. 

Michael Brengolini & Susan McNulty
Keepers of the Inn

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Sugar Camp

Covered Bridge

 

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Rowell's Inn Bed and Breakfast - Andover, Vermont - VT - near Chester and Okemo Valley

Rowell's Inn Bed and Breakfast
1834 Simonsville Road (Rte 11)  ~  Andover, Vermont (VT) 05143
Telephone: 802-875-3658  ~  Fax: 802-875-3680
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