The Shelburne Farms Inn

“I only went to the restaurant, so this review is just based on that: Every meal I ate there was great, although on the pricey side, I'd say it's worth it. The service was incredible, and I was blown away with how accommodating everyone was there. I asked for a spicy margarita, which they said they'd check to see if they had jalapeños. It did take a little while with them going back and forth and just having me wait around for it (which I didn't really mind). Then, the manager (I believe) came by and apologized and said how they are out and they're sorry. I said no worries and just got a regular margarita instead. When we got the bill, the server said the margarita was comped because of all the back and forth. It was so nice and definitely unexpected! I feel like other restaurants wouldn't have thought to do that. I'd definitely come back.”

“Fabulous seasonal farm to table dining in a historic structure overlooking Lake Champlain & the Adirondacks. Formal garden & paths to wander.”

“I worked at the Inn when I was in college (15 years ago) and it is still to this day one of my favorite jobs I've ever had. I was excited to bring my family there for dinner last night. We had our 2 year old and 1 year old with us, and I was a little nervous about having them at a fancy place. The staff couldn't have been nicer. Our server, Gabe, knew it would be helpful to bring our kids meals out quickly to keep them happy. He was very kind, knowledgeable about the food, and seemed to have a passion for what he was doing. Later in the meal, my 1 year old caught the attention of another server (she may have been the dining room manager, I did not catch her name) so she came over to our table to table compliment our kids. My 2 year old told her she wanted raspberries for dessert and she brought out a huge bowl of them for her. She also told my daughter she could take the flowers home that were on the table. At the end of the meal, my daughter, who loves ballet, was starting to get a bit antsy so I told her she could get out of her high chair and dance as long as she stood by our table. A couple next to us got up and started dancing with my daughter. By the time we left, the whole dining room knew my daughter's name and were handing her flowers off their tables. On our way out the door, the server who brought us the raspberries told us how much she loved our kids. It was truly a great experience and probably became a core memory for me and my husband. Thank you to the staff (and patrons!) for such a wonderful night (and my daughter Francesca thanks you, too). We live over an hour away, but we will be sure to make this an annual tradition now.”

“Here's a reworded version for a glorious stay: My husband and I had the pleasure of staying in the Rose Room, which offered stunning views of Lake Champlain. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and despite the lack of air-conditioning, the provided fan and open windows made the room quite comfortable. The service was impeccable, and every meal we enjoyed was delicious and thoughtfully prepared. We felt at ease as we relaxed on the property and wandered along the charming mini trails, discovering new delights at every turn. It was truly remarkable to be in this magnificent mansion, built during the Gilded Age, and to sit on the same couch once graced by the Webb & Vanderbilt family. The attention to detail in its preservation was exceptional. We spent three wonderful days there, and if given the chance, I could easily have stayed for another week, but alas, it's back to work. I highly recommend this as a fantastic retreat for families or couples, especially with the Shelburne Museum just down the road—it perfectly complements the entire experience!”

“Didn't stay there, just visiting for a day. Breath taking views of Lake Champlain and the flowers in the garden. Some day I might go back and stay at the inn.”