INN VERMONT : ROWELL ' S INN
old registry book with the names of past guests is displayed prominently , paying homage to the inn ’ s storied past .
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Upstairs from the front entrance , a short hallway leads to the second story of the three-level porch . The second floor is also home to the Rowell ’ s Inn ’ s four inviting and unique guestrooms : The “ Miss Caitlin ” room , the “ Master William ” room , the “ Miss Ashley ” room , and the “ Master Joshua ” room . The Miss Caitlin room features a gorgeous , wooden , four-poster bed and a private ensuite bath . Patterned wallpaper , antique furnishings , and a vestigial decorative sink create an atmosphere of restful , countrified tranquility . “ There are decorative sinks in several of the rooms ,” says Christina . “ None of them are functional , but we left them in , because they look nice and serve as a reminder of the building ’ s history .” In the Master William room , visiting guests will discover a queen-sized bed , an antique vanity and mirror . A shell back chair by the window is perfectly-suited for reading , relaxing , and restful reflection .
Down the hall , the Miss Ashley room boasts a queen bed with a distinctive headboard , which is made out of a repurposed glass door from a lower floor . “ We upcycled as many things as we could from the Inn ’ s past ,” says Christina . “ We used some of the old boards and nails that we found throughout the Inn in the rooms and the common areas , and we also kept several of the antique barstools in the bar .” Additional highlights of the Miss Ashley room include an antique clawfoot tub , a small , stately chandelier , and a writing desk that is situated next to the window . Visitors who wish to enjoy an intimate sojourn with a view of a babbling brook will certainly savor a stay in the Master Joshua room . The cozy , well-appointed guestroom overlooks the nearby Lyman Brook and also houses a colorful , scenic painting and two antique , wooden chairs . In all four guestrooms , the
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