10/10 Excellent
Peter G.
11 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlotte
Peter G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Lake views, casual elegance, chef's kitchen, at state park.
Photo gallery for Lake views, casual elegance, chef's kitchen, at state park.
Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Charlotte, VT
- Mt. Philo State Park2 min walk
- Thompsons Point11 min drive
- Shelburne Museum12 min drive
- Burlington, VT (BTV-Burlington Intl.)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Lake views, casual elegance, chef's kitchen, at state park.
Situated at the base of Mt. Philo in picturesque Charlotte, Vermont, with stunning panoramic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains, the kingdomWest Wing at the Mt. Philo Inn offers guests the privacy, spaciousness and tranquility of a home in the country, with the amenities of a boutique hotel.
The West Wing is a 3-bedroom suite with a complete kitchen, 2 bathrooms and private entrance way.
The West Wing at the Mt. Philo Inn provides a comfortable and genuine Vermont experience, away from the highways and lights, but convenient to both Burlington and Middlebury. We feature solidly crafted furniture, hardwood floors, stone counters, locally sourced foods, soaps and artwork. The West Wing suite has a designer kitchen, fully equipped for cooking and entertaining. The refrigerator is stocked with a breakfast basket of Vermont products, including bacon and eggs, coffee, pancake mix and maple syrup.
The century-old inn is in Charlotte, the heart of the Champlain Valley, with the private, original carriage road to Mt. Philo State Park and its many recreational options. The Inn is surrounded by preserved fields and mountain ranges, but conveniently located with easy access to the restaurants, clubs, galleries, bookstores and shops of Burlington and Middlebury.
Our unique spacious structure is conducive to family reunions, educational retreats, or simple weekends away. A commune in the sixties, the West Wing of the inn is now available. A three night minimum stay is required.
Innkeeper for over 30 years, Dave has given thought to the inn’s facelift-- preserving the inn’s gorgeous woodwork and hardware; sourcing local building materials when possible; decorating with a minimalist and eclectic style; and emphasizing products from local companies. The result is an updated classic that exudes a simple elegance and peaceful vibe.
Recognized as a "Fodor's Choice" hotel, 1 of 5 in Northern Vermont
The West Wing is a 3-bedroom suite with a complete kitchen, 2 bathrooms and private entrance way.
The West Wing at the Mt. Philo Inn provides a comfortable and genuine Vermont experience, away from the highways and lights, but convenient to both Burlington and Middlebury. We feature solidly crafted furniture, hardwood floors, stone counters, locally sourced foods, soaps and artwork. The West Wing suite has a designer kitchen, fully equipped for cooking and entertaining. The refrigerator is stocked with a breakfast basket of Vermont products, including bacon and eggs, coffee, pancake mix and maple syrup.
The century-old inn is in Charlotte, the heart of the Champlain Valley, with the private, original carriage road to Mt. Philo State Park and its many recreational options. The Inn is surrounded by preserved fields and mountain ranges, but conveniently located with easy access to the restaurants, clubs, galleries, bookstores and shops of Burlington and Middlebury.
Our unique spacious structure is conducive to family reunions, educational retreats, or simple weekends away. A commune in the sixties, the West Wing of the inn is now available. A three night minimum stay is required.
Innkeeper for over 30 years, Dave has given thought to the inn’s facelift-- preserving the inn’s gorgeous woodwork and hardware; sourcing local building materials when possible; decorating with a minimalist and eclectic style; and emphasizing products from local companies. The result is an updated classic that exudes a simple elegance and peaceful vibe.
Recognized as a "Fodor's Choice" hotel, 1 of 5 in Northern Vermont
Property manager
David Garbose
Languages
English
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Have a question?
BetaGet instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties
Authentic Log Cabin! - Mountain Views-Campfires FREE wood - Hot Tub - Near Lake
Authentic Log Cabin! - Mountain Views-Campfires FREE wood - Hot Tub - Near Lake
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
9.8 out of 10, (148 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Charlotte
Located in Charlotte, this aparthotel is in a rural area. Charlotte Village Winery and Fiddlehead Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mt. Philo State Park and Kingsland Bay State Park. Rokeby Museum and Vermont Teddy Bears are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Charlotte, VT
What's nearby
- Mt. Philo State Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Charlotte Village Winery - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
- Thompsons Point - 11 min drive - 6.1 km
- Vermont Teddy Bears - 11 min drive - 11.9 km
- Shelburne Museum - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Vermont Cookie Love - 3 min drive
- Backyard Bistro - 5 min drive
- Village Cafe and Tavern - 3 min drive
- Gilfeather’s Fine Provisions - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely get away
Karen H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Sarah Q.
7 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location. Easy Check In. Quiet - you will sleep well!
Sarah Q.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cheri P.
26 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just like home!
Cheri P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Arup B.
15 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Arup B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M.
8 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Tammy M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
About the host
Hosted by David Garbose
In 1990, Innkeeper David Garbose and his partner, Jane bought the neglected Charlotte landmark, the Mt Philo Inn.
We rescue things,” says Jane Garbose, co-owner with her partner, David Garbose, of the Mt. Philo Inn. “Border collies, furniture …”
There’s actually an exhaustive list of things that she and David have rescued, including the inn itself — which isn’t an “inn” now, in the customary sense, so much as an assemblage of four spacious, impressively appointed suites that, except for shared walls and connecting foyers, are independent of one another.
“We don’t serve breakfast,” she says, by way of illustration. “We provide a complimentary breakfast basket of wonderful local products — free-range organic eggs, Vermont Coffee Co. coffee, Smoke & Cure bacon, Vermont maple syrup, Dakin Farm’s buttermilk pancake mix. Each suite has a kitchen, and people can make their own breakfasts if they want.”
But her point about rescuing things, besides Izze, the inn’s sociable border collie, is well taken. Standing in the so-called West Wing Suite of their 120-year-old building at the foot of Mt. Philo, she and David are surrounded by beautiful, restored objects with histories predating their arrival at the inn. Desks, lamps, stoves (both the heating and the cooking variety), beds, sofas — all were found on Craigslist, or at yard sales, or through the Burlington nonprofit recycling cum work-training service ReSource.
Amazingly, there’s not a trace of hodgepodge in the inn’s décor. “Jane is a fantastic designer, without a bit of pretense in her taste, so there’s a comfortableness to the place that’s really noticeable,” says Dave. “We stop and consider each purchase. Nothing is haphazard.” Jane finds a connection in her practice calling at the Mt. Philo Inn.
“There’s something intuitive about working with internal spaces — in people and in this building we have,” she says. Dave and Izze climb Mt. Philo every day
We rescue things,” says Jane Garbose, co-owner with her partner, David Garbose, of the Mt. Philo Inn. “Border collies, furniture …”
There’s actually an exhaustive list of things that she and David have rescued, including the inn itself — which isn’t an “inn” now, in the customary sense, so much as an assemblage of four spacious, impressively appointed suites that, except for shared walls and connecting foyers, are independent of one another.
“We don’t serve breakfast,” she says, by way of illustration. “We provide a complimentary breakfast basket of wonderful local products — free-range organic eggs, Vermont Coffee Co. coffee, Smoke & Cure bacon, Vermont maple syrup, Dakin Farm’s buttermilk pancake mix. Each suite has a kitchen, and people can make their own breakfasts if they want.”
But her point about rescuing things, besides Izze, the inn’s sociable border collie, is well taken. Standing in the so-called West Wing Suite of their 120-year-old building at the foot of Mt. Philo, she and David are surrounded by beautiful, restored objects with histories predating their arrival at the inn. Desks, lamps, stoves (both the heating and the cooking variety), beds, sofas — all were found on Craigslist, or at yard sales, or through the Burlington nonprofit recycling cum work-training service ReSource.
Amazingly, there’s not a trace of hodgepodge in the inn’s décor. “Jane is a fantastic designer, without a bit of pretense in her taste, so there’s a comfortableness to the place that’s really noticeable,” says Dave. “We stop and consider each purchase. Nothing is haphazard.” Jane finds a connection in her practice calling at the Mt. Philo Inn.
“There’s something intuitive about working with internal spaces — in people and in this building we have,” she says. Dave and Izze climb Mt. Philo every day
Why they chose this property
The Mt. Philo Inn is a unique property next to a unique mountain. Our 3 bedroom suites provide an unusually comfortable lodging experience. Mt. Philo is one of the only accessible 360 degree views of a large body of water in New England. Our inspiring setting has easy access to the best features of Vermont.
There are a huge variety of quality recreational options centered at Mt. Philo that make it a great place to live. Mt. Philo itself is a jewel, with one of Vermont's best views. There are amazing routes out the door for running and biking, in the woods, flats or hills. Great options abound for birding, boating, swimming, hiking, climbing, golfing... the list is huge, and can be found on our website.
There are many nearby cultural options, starting with nearby world renowned Shelburne Museum. Also check out Middlebury College, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, the Echo Center,.
Our local culinary school, has been turning out quality chefs for 20 years, who remain to take advantage of Vermont's amazing local food production, creating fantastic fresh farm-table delicacies.
There are a huge variety of quality recreational options centered at Mt. Philo that make it a great place to live. Mt. Philo itself is a jewel, with one of Vermont's best views. There are amazing routes out the door for running and biking, in the woods, flats or hills. Great options abound for birding, boating, swimming, hiking, climbing, golfing... the list is huge, and can be found on our website.
There are many nearby cultural options, starting with nearby world renowned Shelburne Museum. Also check out Middlebury College, Lake Champlain Maritime Museum, the Echo Center,.
Our local culinary school, has been turning out quality chefs for 20 years, who remain to take advantage of Vermont's amazing local food production, creating fantastic fresh farm-table delicacies.
What makes this property unique
Spacious (1800 sq. ft.) 2-3 bedroom suites with complete kitchens.
Panoramic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks
Adjoining the 278 acre Mt. Philo State Park
Private tranquil location in a protected landscape
Historic Inn from 1896 tastefully renovated using local artisans and materials
Only 12 miles to Burlington, 18 to Middlebury
Fully-equipped modern kitchens with Vermont stone counters
Private entrances
Outstanding TripAdvisor reviews
Two stylized, modern bathrooms in each suite
Dog friendly with 278 acres of adjoining dog friendly park
Private porches and office spaces
Original woodwork and ornate antique brass hardware
Free High-speed internet, wired and wireless
Cable TV, modern televisions
24 hr. on-site assistance
Cleaning service available (1 week notice)
Laundry facilities in each suite
Extensive flower gardens and fountain
Landscaped terraces
Refrigerators stocked with Vermont breakfast products
Local and organic soap and bath amenities
Free off-street parking
Safe neighborhood, never trouble
2 miles to Lake Champlain
A Fodors Choice hotel, one of 5 in Northern Vermont
Panoramic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks
Adjoining the 278 acre Mt. Philo State Park
Private tranquil location in a protected landscape
Historic Inn from 1896 tastefully renovated using local artisans and materials
Only 12 miles to Burlington, 18 to Middlebury
Fully-equipped modern kitchens with Vermont stone counters
Private entrances
Outstanding TripAdvisor reviews
Two stylized, modern bathrooms in each suite
Dog friendly with 278 acres of adjoining dog friendly park
Private porches and office spaces
Original woodwork and ornate antique brass hardware
Free High-speed internet, wired and wireless
Cable TV, modern televisions
24 hr. on-site assistance
Cleaning service available (1 week notice)
Laundry facilities in each suite
Extensive flower gardens and fountain
Landscaped terraces
Refrigerators stocked with Vermont breakfast products
Local and organic soap and bath amenities
Free off-street parking
Safe neighborhood, never trouble
2 miles to Lake Champlain
A Fodors Choice hotel, one of 5 in Northern Vermont
Languages:
English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback