Overview

The Samuel Fitch House is an 18th century Saltbox Colonial and was the childhood home of the Innkeeper and her five brothers. Filled with centuries of history as well as decades of wonderful family memories, it offers quiet colonial comfort and a warm welcome. A local minister, Walter Powers, built the house in 1711. The original house has five fireplaces around a central chimney, which includes a smoke room where meat was cured. In the dining room is the Parson's Cupboard, where legend has it that babies were placed out of harm's way during Indian attacks. The house was subsequently used as a tavern, where local committeemen held meetings during the Revolutionary War. The house was also a stop on the Underground Railroad. During the home's long and interesting history, many stories have been passed down. Guest accommodations in the main house include two beautifully appointed bedrooms. One of these rooms is available as a suite with a private sitting room and screened porch. Breakfast is served on the screened porch during warmer months and in the original dining room at other times. In addition, attached to the main house is a separate two-story Carriage House Suite which has its own private entrance. Upon request, guests of the Carriage House will be served breakfast in their suite. Organic fruits and vegetables grown on the property are served with the guests' breakfasts. The property has several private outdoor sitting areas, many flowering trees, wild berries and gardens. The two acre lawn backs up against a wooded lot with stone walls meandering through the land toward the neighboring ski area. Catie, a calico kitten, has her residence at the Fitch House.