The Inn At the Round Barn Farm

I was very excited to stay at the Round Barn Inn for the weekend and partake in the Snowshoe dinner on Saturday night.
The inn is under newish ownership as it was purchased by a couple from New Jersey 1.5 years ago.
We stayed in the Terrace Room. I really enjoyed the size of the room and the fact that it opened into the common area of the «game room».
The rooms were not right on top of each other and you could be as public or private as you choose.
I enjoyed the little details that the inn offered such as homemade cookies in the afternoon, Bee Kind sundries, local tea from Waterbury, NY and Quinn popcorn and Stewart’s soda.
I was however disappointed with the snowshoe dinner. It was $ 95.00 per person. This included a snowshoe rental, head lamp and dinner at a old hunting cabin. The hike was 45 minutes and at a fast pace. There was no allowances to stop and catch your breath.
The snowshoe dinner included cheese charcuterie, duck wings, chicken wings, veggie dumplings, sausage, kale and squash veggie, and chili. The dessert was smores. You had to bring your own alcoholic beverages that were brought in prior to the snowshoe by staff.
No one was able to tell us what the meal was going to be prior to the meal. Due to our party having various food sensitivities we asked various staff at the inn who gave us completely different answers including «filet mignon» and «stew». We had no idea what to expect and were concerned that there may be some gastric distress in the middle of the woods.
We were also disappointed with the seating in the cabin. They had 16 people signed up for the snowshoe dinner. They did not have enough seating and we were seated staring at the wall. Another couple had to sit in high bar stools and were perched over the table.
I thought for $ 95.00 a person there would be more options and better organization, and possibly something more fancy for the meal than chili and smores.
The breakfast at the inn was hit or miss. The first morning it was wonderful with eggs, homemade bread, fresh bacon, banana bread, and an apple slaw.
The second morning, it was French toast with caramelized bananas. The staff seemed pretty disappointed when I asked for no bananas. 2 out of 4 of our French toasts were very underdone and were raw batter. I didn’t want to say anything considering I felt like they were upset about the bananas.
We loved the room and the inn itself, but it seems the new owners still have a few kinks they have to work out to make this place truly fantastic.

We go away every year for a couple of nights to celebrate our anniversary. This year we tried the Round Barn Farm. First of all, the place is breathtakingly beautiful. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. I always check before we book if the place we are staying can accommodate my gluten free diet (I have Celiac) and was assured they could. I didn’t expect much to be honest, as long as I get some eggs for breakfast I’d be happy. Well, I have to say I was BLOWN AWAY by what I was served. They went over and above my expectations. Each morning I was served a fresh, gluten free baked good. Seriously? I had to pinch myself to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. I have NEVER had anyone go out of their way like that for my diet!
We stayed in the Terrace room which is downstairs next to the game room. There weren’t many people in the game room, so we basically had it to ourselves and it was like our own little apartment. The Terrace room itself was beautiful. Everything was immaculately clean and current (no outdated bathrooms or things falling apart).
I can’t say enough good things about this place. I would LOVE to go back!!!

My first time visiting The Inn at The Round Barn Farm was for a summer wedding. Between the green flowered meadows, the covered bridge, the little farm attached to the property and the reception in the round barn… well, that venue totally epitomized what the world thinks is the idyllic Vermont country setting. Then the sun went down, and the fireflies began to twinkle. Wow!
Fast forward, my second visit to The Inn at The Round Barn Farm… OMG, it was winter. As far as the eye could see, everything was blanketed in white, white, snow. This time the only thing twinkling were the icicles on the eves. Lol, I got out of the car and started sliding across the parking lot. This California girl was COLD! But the moment I walked into The Round Barn the warmth of all the townspeople surrounded me. What an amazing farmers market Waitsfield puts on. Music, food, crafts, and more; all under that round roof.
Five stars year round!

When my boyfriend had mentioned to me that we should plan a winter weekend getaway to Vermont, which we both haven’t ever been to, I jumped on the idea. I found the Inn at Round Barn by digging around the internet. The pictures certainly sold me, as well as the great price for the weekend! When we pulled up it looked like something out of story book. All covered in snow, with lights and wreaths everywhere. Simply beautiful. We stayed in the Joslin room which is just lovely and cozy! Very spacious and very clean. The hot tub was a wonderful amenity we certainly took advantage of. Nothing like a nice hot bath after a morning of show shoeing right across the street! They provide you with the snow shoes as well as a very easy to read map. We were the only ones in the forest trekking around and it was absolutely magical. The staff is incredible! They are all so kind and helpful. Any questions or concerns you may have they are there to help. The 3 course breakfast prepared daily was nothing short of delicious. Many many compliments to the chef. They also tidy up your room while you’re eating. Then around 3 pm they prepare some home baked cookies as well as a little appetizer around 5 pm. Our first night there was a white fish chowder which was INCREDIBLE! We enjoyed some delicious chowder and a heady topper in the quiet library portion of the home. Overall there is not one negative thing about this inn that I can say. It literally felt like home. My boyfriend and I were looking to come back Valentines day weekend, but it’s not available for the dates we want. No worries though, looking forward to visiting in the summer and experiencing it during a different season. Five stars all around Round Barn!!!

This place was incredible! My Aunt and Uncle bought us a gift card here as a wedding present. We got in late but when we stepped out of the car we couldn’t take our eyes of the stars. It was breathtaking. It took us forever to get inside since we walked the whole time with our eyes on the sky. We got into our room, the English Room and it was just beautifully cozy. The bed! Now the bed was so comfortable we seriously considered just staying there all weekend. We woke the next morning at 8 so that we could take advantage of the breakfast inclusion. The food was amazing! A 3 course breakfast meal overlooking the beautiful back yard garden (see pictures I posted). After our french toast we wandered back up stairs with our coffee and took a nap. This laid back, comfortable, homey feeling was throughout the weekend. They gave us great suggestions for dinner and activities for those who wanted to take advantage of the outdoors. I loved this place and have already told all my friends that it is the perfect weekend get away from the city. I can’t wait to make time to go back!

I stayed here as part of a wedding recently. It is a large bed and breakfast with 12 rooms. We booked one of the least expensive rooms for $ 220 (with all taxes + fees) a night. The room was located on the first floor near the fireplace. It was a small room with enough room width wise to fit a queen bed and a night stand on either side. There was also a fireplace along with a small bathroom. We found out that night that heat in the bathroom did not work… ice cold tiles + an ice cold tub greeted me early in the morning when I started getting ready.
Overnight, there were loud obnoxious and decidedly drunk people right outside the room. So, we didn’t exactly sleep well. Due to the hours we were busy for the wedding, I was unable to find people around to discuss these issues with when I got back from the events. The staff we did see seemed friendly.
The much touted 3 course breakfast did not deliver for me. The first course was either a piece of homemade coffee cake or biscuit. The second course was a small portion of fruit salad. The third course was eggs with pork or pancakes. Nothing really stand out and if you were a vegetarian, they just omitted the meat and didn’t add anything else (like some vegetables perhaps?). However, it was nice to have access to an unlimited supply of good coffee and tea. They also offered locally made cider as part of the breakfast.
For a busy weekend, the price we paid for the least luxurious room was very steep and not something I would do again. However, the Inn at the Round Barn Farm is a good place for people who want a low key weekend of staying in the room and relaxing (they have a game room and a small pool).
*I am rounding them up to 3 stars as I didn’t have a chance to find out what corrective actions they would have taken about the heating issues in our room.

We had our wedding at The Inn at The Round Barn Farm in late July of this year. We immediately fell in love with the serenity of the setting and how it seemed to put us at peace. The entire staff was amazing and accommodating during our entire wedding experience. The food was absolutely delicious and our guests are still raving about it! Compliments to Chef Charlie! Lisa, the Wedding Planner on staff is the absolute best. She thinks of EVERYTHING and takes the burden completely off the bride and groom. You can be as hands-​on or as hands-​off as you want with Lisa. Never have I seen a woman balance complete warmth in her interactions and also remain as cool as a cucumber under pressure. Becky, who assisted with our event management and décor was also amazing! The day before our wedding, I basically gave her boxes full of decorations with no idea how to get them to all work together in the barn and she made everything look wonderfully! I am a designer so I am a bit of a tough critic but she just transformed the barn into the wedding setting of our dreams. The owner of the Inn, Anne Marie and her partner Tim make every guest feel immediately at home. They got to know our guests, made sure everyone’s bellies were full and kept a close watch on the ominous skies to ensure we could get the most time outdoors as possible! Stephanie, the Inn Keeper is also an absolute delight. She always has a smile on her face and is so calm and welcoming. Every single guest knew her name and adored her by the end of the weekend!
The staff works excellently together, and as a team, made our wedding day so incredibly special. They made my husband and I and all our of our guests feel very much at home.

We got married in 2008 at the Round Barn and to this day, our family still raves about it. My father stays here during the holidays and he is a very picky person. He cannot say enough about his stay there… relaxing, accomodating and quality time away. You will not go wrong here… it is by far the best place in the valley to stay!

There isn’t one bad thing I can say about the Round Barn. I had my wedding here during the weekend of hurricane Irene. The staff went completely out of their way to make us feel comfortable (even while their own homes were getting flooded, or were at risk of being flooded). Aside from the post-​wedding day storm, our wedding couldn’t have been more flawless. Samantha, the RB’s wedding/​event planner totally exceeded our expectations and ensured that we had the most amazing wedding ever.
Everyone says that their own wedding was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. However, as a professional wedding photographer (and someone who goes to at least 40 – 50 weddings per year), I would be the first to criticize my own wedding if I deemed it necessary. But like I said, it was absolutely flawless, thanks to the über-​professional Round Barn staff. Sleeping quarters were fantastic, food was amazing, and good times were had by all who stayed there with us. It was without a doubt, a week I’ll never forget, and I’ll most definitely recommend the Round Barn Farm to anyone looking for a memorable getaway.

A friend’s wedding was held at the Round Barn, and it was beautiful and perfectly executed. Everything went amazingly and every guest had a great time. The next day, MANY of us found ourselves stuck in Vermont due to Hurricane Irene. The Round Barn Inn not only took in a million wedding guests for HALF-​PRICE, but they made sure that the extra day and night we had to spend in Vermont was amazing.
The entire staff was warm and welcoming, but Tim, Cliff and Stef really stand out in my mind. They were unable to get home to their own families, yet they still made their Inn guests a top priority. They chatted with us, baked us cookies and artichoke dip, gave us an amazing, delicious and free dinner and breakfast, and generally made a huge group of people who would have otherwise been antsy to leave VT and grumpy incredibly happy. Then, to make sure we were safe leaving the state, they helped us all go over routes to the major highways and were on top of road closures so we wouldn’t get stuck anywhere else.
I couldn’t be exaggerating less– this review is completely genuine, and I really have a hard time wrapping my head around just how above and beyond the Round Barn went this past weekend.
It’s beautiful, the rooms are super nice and large, the beds are comfortable, the property is really stunning, and the staff, as I mentioned, is awesome.
Stay here! Well worth anything they charge.

Just driving down the road and saw this beautiful round barn! Stopped in to see if they had a room… Kate was the Innkeeper for the day and she was so incredibly helpful and interested in how she could make our stay even better. Savored the local mozarella, tomatoes and balsamic and then headed to American Flatbread! (Another great recommendation by Kate). The bed was so comfortable, hot shower and all the ammenities you could need. Woke up to walk through the beautiful grounds listening to frogs in the pond and a gathering of wild turkeys in the field. My only wish was that we could have stayed another night! Highly recommended.

The Round Barn is absolutely beautiful in every way. After searching all over Vermont for our wedding location, my fiancé and I drove up the road to the Round Barn Inn & Farm… it was an «AHHHHHH» moment for me the second I saw the place– soooo picturesque– I mean, you drive through a covered bridge to get there. Then up and over a few hills and the beautifully restored barn is just sitting there in a majestic-​looking sprawling of fields– it’s really just such a perfect classically Vermont setting. I ran around the grounds in utter excitement at having located the perfect place of my dreams…
Kudos to Tim for being a great host– it felt like he was a Vermont Dad during our stay. All the staff were so friendly. It really does feel homey. The rooms and entire Inn are just beautifully decorated. Amazing exposed wood beams abound, and gorgeous furniture in every room. Steam showers are sooo relaxing! Staying there may just put you in the poor house– it is pricey– but then again, other local options of the same calibur (Pitcher Inn) are the same or more in price. And the Barn can accomodate large weddings, which is fairly rare for the area. And really, you just can’t beat the location.
Our food was frickin delicious– this was not nasty wedding food– the apps were so good I wanted to hoard them. And the meal itself came out very nicely.
The barn itself is a beautiful place to host an event– my only real complaint is that you have to end at 9:30 pm (10 in the winter…) — which is really kind of too early. I’d recommend starting a wee bit earlier then you might for a wedding, in order to make full use of the time.
My reasons for 4 rather than 5 stars are mainly the time issue, the pricing, the brunch is good but not spectacular, and a few minor issues that came up related to the wedding «coordinator». However, I should mention that particular event/​wedding coordinator has since been replaced, and Tim handled her mistakes very professionally. Basically, she screwed up the vegetarian meal (I’m veggie– you don’t mess with the bride) — and a number of specific decoration issues I’d laid out for her– she basically didn’t listen to anything I said despite being very nice. But again, she got the axe, and everything else about this place is so perfect. My other comment for Barn-​bride-​to-​bes is don’t rely just on their recommended vendor list– there are plenty of other nearby options not on their list that can do a better job. Also, don’t rely on the coordinator to do your work for you– you can bounce questions off them but designate someone else to help on the day– I don’t know what the new person is like, but it’s worth it to be sure.
The Round Barn was an amazing place to have a wedding. We had the BEST day. It really is the perfect Vermont retreat (if you’re willing to shell out some dough).

In late September we held our wedding reception at the Round Barn. It was an amazing day in a spectacular setting. The barn has been beautifully restored and is a great spot for a Vermonty wedding. The inn is intimate and the owners are friendly.
I can hardly complain about such a perfect day. I’ll admit this isn’t the most reasonably priced location for a wedding or even a long weekend. On the other hand, there is a shortage of «perfect» locations so you kind of just have to deal with the high price.
Check this place out in any season. You’ll be back every year.