Originally, this six acre estate served as the manse of the Reverend William Jackson, pastor of the Dorset Church for 46 years. In 1900, Experience and Theresa Barrows purchased it to create a farm and country inn dedicated to serving local residents, the traveling public and long term summer boarders, many of whom were writers or artists escaping the summer heat of New York City. Unfortunately, a 1939 fire destroyed a rear wing of the building. Renovations then included giving the entire inn an overlay of Greek revival features. Later, some interior renovations revealed original wall stenciling created in the inn’s parlors by an itinerant artisan. Barrows House has served as a country inn ever since offering guests a classic four season Vermont experience. In 2012, Barrows House was purchased by the owners of the Historic Dorset Inn’ Est 1796 and was completely renovated before opening in the summer of 2013. The inn’s 27 guest rooms, restaurant and tap room hav been modernized and reconfigured including a new large outdoor dining terrace and a local marble bar. The inn boasts several cottages, a swimming pool, tennis courts and beautiful gardens and grounds, as well as, t

Barrows House and its cluster of eight buildings are centered on six acres of lovely gardens, expansive lawns and venerable trees. Lodging options include luxury suites with whirlpool baths and fireplaces, cottages with multiple guest rooms, free-standing homes with living rooms and outdoor seating areas ideal for extended family & friends. In the summer enjoy our pool and tennis courts. In the winter, warm by the outdoor fire pit. Whatever the season…there’s always a reason to stay at Barrows House.

Chartered in 1761, Dorset is a vibrant and historic community nestled in the hills of southern Vermont. Dorset is well known for its mountains, valleys & New England village charm. Come learn the reasons why people love to live, eat & play in Dorset!