Strong House Inn

Strong House Inn is a historic bed and breakfast in Vergennes, Vermont. The inn features 14 individually decorated guestrooms set on five acres of gardens and trees. It combines classic New England architecture with modern comfort and luxury. The property is located just outside Vergennes Main Street, 40 minutes south of Burlington and 20 minutes north of Middlebury and Middlebury College. This central location places the inn near Lake Champlain vistas and local breweries and wineries. The Strong House Inn serves as a venue for romantic getaways, foodie experiences, weddings, special events, meetings, and retreats. It also hosts quilting retreats, such as upcoming events in Vermont.

The house was built in 1834 by Samuel Paddock Strong in the Federal style with Greek Revival influences. Samuel was the son of General Samuel Strong, who directed the Vermont militia at the Battle of Plattsburg during the War of 1812. He was also the grandson of John Strong, a local legislator and military leader and one of the first settlers of Addison County. Samuel Paddock Strong served as President of the Bank of Vergennes and Director of the Rutland and Burlington railroad. The residence is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is considered one of the best-preserved Federal and Greek Revival homes in the area. Interior details include a free-standing main staircase with curly maple railings, a black marble fireplace in the morning room with a portrait of Samuel above it, and elegant moldings and doors throughout.

The inn holds a rating of 4.90. It stands as a historic lodging option in the Champlain Valley, offering a unique New England experience in the smallest city in the U.S.