WILBURTON INN, Manchester

The Wilburton Inn sits on a 30-acre private estate offering sweeping mountain views of the Green Mountains. The property includes an indoor heated pool, a tennis court, and the on-site Museum of the Creative Process with interactive art installations. Guests can explore the Marble Pavilion Tent, outdoor fire pit, and sculpture gardens scattered across the grounds.

The hotel offers a range of accommodations including rooms in the historic Wilburton mansion, vacation homes, and villas. Each unit includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, and some have fully appointed kitchens and balconies. The Reunion House and Battenkill Valley Mansion provide spacious common areas with multiple dining tables and living rooms for large groups.

The Wilburton provides catered dining experiences with fresh, locally sourced ingredients for events such as weddings and family reunions. A dedicated wedding coordinator, Meesha, helps plan ceremonies on the lawn with mountain backdrops and Friday night bonfires. The property also hosts murder mystery weekends and creative workshops with live music and themed cocktails.

The inn is located 7 km from Mount Equinox for hiking and 30 km from Stratton Mountain for skiing. Manchester Dog Park and Emerald Lake State Park offer additional outdoor activities for guests and their pets. The property is 48 km from Rutland State Airport and within walking distance of Manchester's shopping and dining.

The hotel welcomes dogs with a dog-friendly policy, and the Doggie Slumber PAW-ty event includes group strolls and Vermont wine and cheese receptions. Families can use the indoor heated pool, board games, and outdoor volleyball and badminton areas. The property's multiple common spaces and fully stocked kitchens allow extended families to cook and gather together.

Estate: 30-acre private property with mountain views

Activities: Indoor heated pool, tennis court, bonfire pit

Art: On-site Museum of the Creative Process and sculpture garden

Events: Weddings, murder mystery weekends, corporate retreats

Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with special slumber party events

Family: Vacation homes with kitchens and multiple common rooms