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A comfortable bed &
breakfast inn with the gracious elegance of an earlier
time.
Centerpiece of the quiet
village of Hyde Park, just nine miles from the
world-class resort of Stowe, Vermont, the fully-restored
historic mansion offers the quintessential New England
holiday. Perfect for a honeymoon or romantic weekend
getaway, it is also ideal for family reunions, intimate
weddings, or simply enjoying the fall foliage or sleigh
rides in the scenic countryside. Charm and luxury abound
inside this distinctive inn furnished with antiques,
bedroom fireplaces, in-room WiFi, and a well-stocked
library .
We serve a full English
afternoon tea and do Jane Austen weekends. We have lots
of specials including a very affordable all-inclusive
elopement package so easy it's called Elope to Vermont:
It's a Piece of Cake! You'll find fresh flowers, bedroom
fireplaces, cozy robes, a great movie library, even hot
chocolate at bedtime. And you'll always find a warm
welcome. So when you're ready for a very comfortable
stay, come to The Governor's House in Hyde Park and back
to a time when warm bread and cookies come straight from
the oven and maple syrup comes straight from the tree.
The Governor's House in Hyde Park is worth the trip from
anywhere - even the Twenty-First Century.
Group Meetings/Retreats:
The simple elegance of the Governor's House in Hyde Park
Vermont is a perfect setting for an intimate wedding
ceremony. All arrangements and menus are custom designed
to suit your style & budget. Most couples describe our
all-inclusive elopement package for $685, "Perfect".
Extras include video package or ceremony in a hot-air
balloon.
Afternoon Tea: Full English afternoon tea is
served Thursdays and Sundays. Tea sandwiches, warm
scones with jam and clotted cream, millionaire's
shortbread. – you'll think it's Hyde Park in London.
Having Tea in New England calls it "the most proper tea
this side of the Atlantic".
Family Getaways: The Governor's House is ideal
for family celebrations, reunions, or just getting away
together. Family meals are tailored to your individual
tastes. We can provide birthday cakes, pack picnics and
help organize activities for family members of all ages.
Private Parties: Use the library, the dining
room, the back portico or the entire inn for a very
special private gathering. We will create a menu to suit
your individual needs.
Area Attractions: World-class Stowe is nine miles
away with great skiing, restaurants, shops, outdoor
activities and cultural events. There is a long list of
places for both downhill and cross-country skiing as
well as snowshoeing, dog sledding, sleigh rides, ice
skating, hiking, biking, horseback riding, canoeing or
kayaking. You can even canoe to a winery for a
wine-tasting lunch.
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