The Featherbed Inn

The Featherbed Inn was an idyllic base for our Vermont Nordic ski getaway in the Mad River Valley area. Karen and Mick were so friendly and welcoming. The room and bath were sparkling clean, and the bed very comfortable. With two living rooms, one with a large fireplace, there is plenty of common space to enjoy, and we appreciate the 5PM libation and cookies - the hot ginger lemon maple toddy was amazing. Breakfasts were 3 courses and fantastic and we enjoyed the communal seating (though there are separate tables as well). They easily accommodated my low gluten request while my husband had no problem as a vegetarian. The Inn is conveniently located to dinner restaurants. The sauna is incredibly built and perfect for after a day of skiing and there is a hot tub as well.. The XC skiing was fabulous- Camels Hump State Park, Rikert Nordic (at Middlebury) and then locally Blueberry Lake- would have liked to explore the Catamount Trail and go up to Von Trapp as well as Ole’s locally but ran out of time. We look forward to coming back to the B&B in the summer with its swimming pond and gardens while enjoying hiking and canoeing and biking.

This was our second time at The Featherbed Inn and cannot wait to go back. Karen and Mick are so welcoming and go out of their way to make it a great experience. From the atmosphere, to the amazing 3 course breakfasts (incredible scones) and now my favorite new place on the property, the sauna. They put their heart and soul into the property and it shows. If you haven’t visited before, you must and if you have you know what I am talking about and I’m sure you will be back as soon as you can.

The Featherbed Inn is a welcoming updated Inn with comfortable furnishings and beautiful art and the best breakfast you’ll ever have. The grounds are spacious and picturesque and the amenities include a new outdoor sauna and hot tub. The Innkeepers Mick and Karen make you feel at home. A three course breakfast is served every day. One morning we had raisin and vanilla scones , roasted pears and shirred eggs. Another day we had a chocolate dutch baby pancake with orange sauce. Fresh brewed coffee and tea are available all day. The Inn is located near Sugarbush mountain and town. Karen and Mick can someone offer suggestions about recreation and local restaurants. We can’t wait to go back !

I chose the Featherbed Inn for a weekend away with my husband to celebrate a milestone birthday. It exceeded my expectations! We felt right at home, with Mick and Karen as easy-going, welcoming hosts. Our room was spacious and very comfortable, and we were impressed by the delicious breakfasts. We brought our snowshoes for adventurous hikes on the miles of trails in the quiet, snow-covered woods right at the edge of the property. Afterwards we relaxed in the hot tub out on the deck and in front of the roaring fire in the living room. Heaven!

Mick and Karen are wonderful people who provide the quintessential Vermont cozy bed and breakfast experience. I cherish my memory of sipping coffee early in the morning before sunrise while the crackling fire inside the old stone hearth illuminated the wooden beams and tasteful art. Each morning we enjoyed gourmet breakfasts with lively conversation with other guests. The woods right outside are beautiful and accessible for walking, hiking, etc. They had great insights into the local area for visiting. Relaxing in the hot tub and sauna ....mmmmm. This place is a special gem in an area of special gems.

What could be better...a crackling fire, the smell of freshly baked ginger snaps, the warmth of a hot tub and sauna on tired skiing muscles, the taste of home cooking and the best host and hostess ever. Put that in an updated Vermont farmhouse, complete with barn, sugar house, gazebo, pond, gardens and firepit, and you have the vision that is the Featherbed Inn.