Manchester, Vermont
Kimpton Taconic Hotel
Clapboard village inn
Manchester, Vermont
Opened
2015
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
The house
IHGClapboard village inn
The property revives the traditional New England country inn, drawing guests together around a central stone hearth.
What it’s good at
What they say
Also in AFAR.
Down the road is the 88-room Kimpton Taconic Hotel, in a clapboard-style building modeled after those found across New England.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Historic marble sidewalks run along Main Street right outside, leading past independent village shops toward trails on Mount Equinox.
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The rooms
Rooms look out toward the Green Mountains and display local art. Three standalone cottages sit apart on the grounds.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The seasonal outdoor pool sits on the back lawn beside a shingled pool house and stone terrace.
The gym
The 24-hour gym has cardio and strength equipment, and complimentary loaner bicycles are available for exploring the area.
Restaurant
The Copper Grouse
Seasonal Vermont comfort dishes are served under reclaimed timber beams, and an outdoor patio has its own fire pit.
How it began
The hotel takes its name from the Taconic Mountains and stands on the site of the historic Worthy Inn.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.