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Governor's Rock Motel

4325 Historic Rte 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
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Governor's Rock Motel
Ranked #2 of 3 hotels in Shaftsbury
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Brooklyn, New York
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013

I traveled to VT to visit family the week before Christmas and arrived at the Governor's Rock late in the day when a massive snowstorm was brewing. It was frigid and blustery, so the owner had turned on the heat in my room to pre-warm it in anticipation of my arrival. The room was toasty warm and a small electronic... More

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Essex
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27 reviews 27 reviews
20 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

We stayed here for two nights whilst visiting friends in the area. The rooms aren't huge but they are very clean and nicely furnished. The bed was extremely comfortable. The bathroom and shower were small but given that you don't really spend too much time there it didn't matter! I would definitely stay there again.

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aruba
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

What a comfortable bed,Nice hotel.Room was not large but big enough.The bathroom was kind of small but great hot water.there was a flat screen tv with sattelite dish.Not far from bennington or manchester.Very quaint hotel Nice that there was a good sized fridge and microwave Owner sophie very nice and friendly.Will definitely return to the rock.....

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newton ma
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012 via mobile

Stayed for 2 nights while in for Bennington College Parents Weekend. Hampton Inn was full. Saved a whopping $200 by staying at Governor's Rock. We had a king memory foam bed that was the best bed we have ever had in any motel. No traffic noise. Small, clean frig was very helpful. Bathroom was challenging -- very small. Breakfast was... More

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Shelburne, VT
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

We had a reunion and many family members stayed at the Governor's Rock. It is an "old school" style motel that includes many modern amenities (i.e. flat screen t.v.s, microwave ovens, memory foam mattresses (in Room 5 at least), etc.). The rooms are small, but they are comfy with lots of personal touches in each room. Everything is very clean.... More

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Bloomfield, NY
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 August 2012

Governor's Rock Motel is very comfortable with cozy furniture, cute little table and chairs, microwave, good-sized mini-frig, and quiet. The lady who owns the motel made sure we had everything we needed and took time to visit. The slower pace of life is much needed and refreshing to find as one travels. The home-made coffeecake in the office, the next... More

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Binghamton, New York
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2012

Such a nice little place. Room was very comfortable, nice bed, love seat, microwave, fridge and nice tv. It was perfect with my one year old, nice big yard in the back for him to run around in. You can tell the owner puts a lot of love and care into the place, right down to the landscaping and flowers.... More

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maritime provinces
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2012

My nine yr old Rhodesian Ridgeback and i loved this place! A truly charming find on lovely historic route 7a. It felt like a European B&B to me. We felt so welcome. Our room had a sliding door at the back - perfect for a dog to exit to a huge yard of great smells bordered by woods. The room... More

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hnl
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

I stayed here for one night while visiting Bennington. My room had a queen size bed and a love seat, plus a quiet patio out back with table and chairs -- a great place to sit and enjoy the bird song all around. The mattress was very comfortable, as were the fluffy pillows. The bathroom and small shower were spotlessly... More

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Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2011

My husband, my dog, and I stayed at the Governor's Rock Motel one night in August. We were on our way from northern Vermont to our home in PA. The motel was very clean and comfortable. There was a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker in the room. There is a nice TV and the furnishings were nice. The outdoor areas... More

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Address: 4325 Historic Rte 7A, Shaftsbury, VT 05262
Region: United States > Vermont > Green Mountains > Shaftsbury
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Pets Allowed
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Ranked #2 of 3 hotels in Shaftsbury
Price range (per night): RM193 - 250
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