The North Branch Inn

The North Branch Inn was a recommended place to stay for a wedding we were attending in the area. It exceeded every expectation we had! We stayed in a King Suite in the Library building and the room was beautifully decorated and the bed so comfortable. We didn’t use the soaking tub but I’m sure it’s a treat for those who do. Breakfast is included and includes a fruit course, a coffee cake of some kind, and then eggs and some sort of gourmet potatoes. You can tell the chef was trained in a French kitchen - the guy knows his stuff. Also their coffee is perfect. We didn’t get to eat at the restaurant, but we did have a nightcap at the bar and it’s so cozy and friendly, we can see why they stay busy. Love, love, love this place!

If I lived more locally would keep this place a secret so I could have it all to myself. But my home is over 3,000 miles away, so I am prepared to share. It’s under relatively new ownership but already they have established such a warm and relaxed ethos, that a three night break feels like a long holiday. Jake Eberle is one of the owners and also Head Chef, after running his own restaurant in NYC, and has brought his magical cheffing skills into the countryside, serving up the most exquisite deep fried asparagus, perfectly dressed salads, and peppered tuna cooked to perfection. His breakfasts are also out of this world - wafer thin slices of apple with toasted almonds, or slivers of pineapple with salt, cakes like you’ve never tasted and the best scrambled eggs in the world. Throw in the incredible hospitality shown by John, Carrie-Anne, Caroline, Andrew and Meng and you could forget that you’re actually a paying guest and not just a friend staying for the weekend. The rooms and communal areas are lovely - tasteful, slightly boho and not in an overdone way . And there are extensive gardens where you can lounge at leisure. Perfection.

My partner and I had the most wonderful experience recently at the North Branch Inn! The new owners were incredibly accommodating for us - they changed our dates and card on file due to some conflicts that popped up, made sure that our every need was met and expectations exceeded while on property and made us feel so welcome. We cannot wait to book our next stay back! The little touches really are what hit home for us. Thank you so much to everyone at the North Branch Inn ＜3 You made our vacation so memorable and relaxing and we will definitely be singing your praises to everyone we know. We can't wait to come back