Heading to New England to look at the beautiful fall foliage or enjoy a lovely spring drive? Want to stay in something other than a chain hotel? Then check out some of the best bed and breakfasts in the area.

The Beach House Inn: Located directly on Kennebunk Beach in Kennebunkport, Maine, this bed and breakfast was built in 1891, making it one of the oldest B&Bs in Maine. Plan your trip accordingly, because The Beach House Inn is only open from April through December so you can either enjoy the warm beach breezes or the cozy fireplace and the crisp sea air during the winter months.

Enjoy your stay in one of their 34 rooms that is furnished with American antiques and wrought iron beds. You’ll receive a daily continental breakfast or an afternoon sitting tea. There’s plenty to do when you’re not enjoying the outdoors, which also includes use of touring bikes and canoes. There are board games and playing cards to help you with your R&R, or you can enjoy the Breakwater Spa or their own Stripers Restaurant.

The Inn at Round Barn Farm: Located in Waitsfield, Vermont, the Barn restoration began in June of 1988 and, at that time, it was registered in the National Registry of Historic Places. The ground floor is home to the pool and greenhouse. There’s plenty to do locally with year-round Vermont activities, arts and culture, especially close to the Stowe ski area. Each room offers a unique view, while luxury rooms have a gas fireplace and a glass enclosed shower or oversize whirlpool tub. It’s all about luxury. Enjoy a meal with locally grown foods, many of which are grown right on the property.

Cliffside Inn: This bed and breakfast, which is located near Rhode Island’s historic Cliff Walk, is elegance and opulence and the perfect venue for your next vacation. Whether you’re enjoying a whirlpool bath or spa shower or cozying up in front of the fireplace or on one of the grand beds, you’ll feel like you’re being pampered from head to toe.  The home is the former residence of painter Beatrice Turner and its 16 rooms have fireplaces, and private “bathing salons.” Decompress with tea served fireside in the parlor, on the veranda, and in the garden or enjoy afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, clotted cream, and handmade English marmalades and fruit butter curds.

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